Mercedes-Benz SLK Mercedes-Benz SLK 2009 BMW 5-Series BMW 5-Series 2013

We are 103,000+ car owners sharing real-world car information.

Join Us

Mercedes-Benz SLK vs. BMW 5-Series Price Comparison (MSRP)

The sticker prices, before adjusting for remaining feature differences. Usually these are the numbers you will see on the window stickers.

Models in short supply often sell at or even above these prices.

Mercedes-Benz SLK vs. BMW 5-Series Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $73,035

Mercedes-Benz SLK SLK55 AMG   
Difference: $19,390

Lowest Total Invoice: $68,054

Mercedes-Benz SLK SLK55 AMG   
Difference: $17,336

Calculate Payments

  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20092013
ModelSLK5-Series
TrimSLK55 AMGM5
Body2dr Hardtop conv.4dr Sedan
Base Price $65,700 $90,200
Base Invoice $61,101 $83,165
Lighting Package 1,030  
Multimedia Package 2,980  
Metallic paint (extra cost) 720  
Automatic climate control, front 730  
Wood trim   0
Lighting Package 958  
Multimedia Package 2,771  
Metallic paint (extra cost) 670  
Automatic climate control, front 679  
Wood trim   0
Options (change) 5,460 0
Options (change) 5,078 0
Destination 875 925
Gas Tax 1,000 1,300
Total Price $73,035 $92,425
Total Invoice $68,054 $85,390

Return to top

While we strive for accuracy, the site is not error-free, and prices can change at any time.

Dealer Price Quotes

Want to find out how much dealers are willing to discount these cars?

Request free, no-obligation Mercedes-Benz SLK dealer quotes or BMW 5-Series dealer quotes from dealers using our car quote form.

The process is easy and takes just a minute or two. You'll receive price quotes from local approved dealers within 48 hours.

TrueDelta Value Comparison: Mercedes-Benz SLK vs. BMW 5-Series

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Mercedes-Benz SLK SLK55 AMG
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $20,210
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $18,100
Model Year20092013
ModelSLK5-Series
TrimSLK55 AMGM5
Body2dr Hardtop conv.4dr Sedan
Engine355hp V8560hp V8
TransmissionT7S7
DrivetrainRWDRWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)14/22 MPG14/20 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)380, 11500, 12
Tire (rear if not all the same)225/40-18265/40-19
Total Price$73,035$92,425
Adjustments for Features-8200
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$72,215$92,425
Total Invoice$68,054$85,390
Adjustments for Features-7640
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$67,290$85,390

Return to top

Features Comparison: Mercedes-Benz SLK vs. BMW 5-Series

Model Year20092013
ModelSLK5-Series
TrimSLK55 AMGM5
Body2dr Hardtop conv.4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
7-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1200 
7-speed automated manual $1200
RWD$0$0
Accessories 
Power rear side windows $200
Remote app $25
Wind blocker, small$100 
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats $0
Obstacle detection, front $150
Obstacle detection, rear $250
Rearview camera $200
Rollover sensor $50
Side curtain airbags $350
Temporary spare tire$150 
Cargo Management 
Air-conditioned storage compartment $50
Rear seat pass-through $100
Climate Control 
Automatic air recirculation $100
Rear air vents $100
Drivetrain 
Active rear differential $500
Engine / Motor 
Automatic start / stop $150
Regenerative braking $0
Exterior 
Power retractable hardtop$6750 
Sunroof $900
Infotainment 
Bluetooth audio streaming $25
CD changer, in-dash$325 
CD changer, remote $200
CD player $125
HD radio $50
iPod integration$100 
Satellite radio$200 
SD Card slot$25 
SMS text-to-speech reader $25
Traffic + travel information $25
USB port $25
Voice control for external devices $0
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Analog clock$25 
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror $75
Fog light, rear$100 
Fog lights$125 
Illuminated visor mirror, driver $50
Illuminated visor mirror, passenger $50
Power-folding mirrors $50
Steering-linked headlights $150
Visor mirror, driver$10 
Visor mirror, passenger$10 
Seats and Interior Trim 
Aluminum trim$100 
Center armrest(s), second row $50
Folding second row seats $300
Metal pedals$75 
No leather in second row$-300 
Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat $50
Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat $50
Power seatback bolsters, driver seat $100
Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat $100
Power thigh bolsters, driver seat $100
Power thigh bolsters, passenger seat $100
Power thigh support length adjuster, driver seat $100
Power thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat $100
Power upper seatback recliner, driver seat $100
Power upper seatback recliner, passenger seat $100
Synthetic suede headliner $650
Synthetic suede inserts in leather seating surfaces$0 
Wood trim $300
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Adaptive dampers - electrical $500
Electronic systems calibration selector $200
Transmission 
Launch control $100
Total Value of Features$8,995$8,175
Value of Feature Adjustments$820$0
Value of Feature Adjustments-7640

Return to top

Specifications Comparison: Mercedes-Benz SLK vs. BMW 5-Series

Model Year20092013
ModelSLK5-Series
Body2dr Hardtop conv.4dr Sedan
Wheelbase95.7 in116.9 in
Length160.7 in193.1 in
Width70.4 in73.2 in
Height51.0 in57.6 in
Curb Weight3,420 lb.4,387 lb.
Fuel Capacity18.5 gal.18.5 gal.
Row 1 Headroom37.9 in40.5 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room52.2 in58.3 in
Row 1 Hip Room54.6 in0.0 in
Row 1 Legroom42.5 in41.4 in
Row 2 Headroom0.0 in38.3 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room0.0 in56.2 in
Row 2 Legroom0.0 in36.1 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum
6.5 ft318.4 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum
9.8 ft318.4 ft3

Return to top

Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz SLK SLK55 AMG

Lighting Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Xenon HID headlights500Yes
Headlight washers50Yes
Cornering lights50Yes
Total Requested600100%
Total Not Requested00%
Multimedia Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
Surround sound250Yes
DVD-compatible player0Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Harman/Kardon, 380W, 11 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Media drive, large15Yes
SD Card slot25No
Total Requested96572%
Total Not Requested37528%

Was this information useful?

We're glad we could help! Share this page:

We're so sorry! Tell us how we can improve it.

See TrueDelta's information for all Convertibles
See TrueDelta's information for all Mercedes-Benz models.