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Volkswagen Passat 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.
Models in short supply often sell at or even above these prices.
Volkswagen Passat vs. BMW 5-Series Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $41,740 Volkswagen Passat VR6 | ||||
| Difference: $18,515 | ||||
Lowest Total Invoice: $38,636 Volkswagen Passat VR6 | ||||
| Difference: $16,869 | ||||
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| Model Year | 2008 | 2010 | 2010 | 2010 |
| Model | Passat | 5-Series | 5-Series | 5-Series |
| Trim | VR6 | 528i | 535i | 550i |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Price | $36,050 | $45,950 | $51,250 | $60,600 |
| Base Invoice | $33,597 | $42,455 | $47,330 | $55,930 |
| Rear side airbags | 350 | 385 | 385 | 385 |
| iPod integration | 0 | |||
| Heated front seats | 225 | 500 | 500 | |
| Navigation system | 1,800 | 1,900 | 1,900 | |
| Body kit | 1,650 | 1,600 | 1,600 | |
| Adaptive cruise control | 975 | |||
| Premium Package | 950 | 750 | ||
| Folding second row seats | 475 | 475 | 475 | |
| Sunshade, rear, power | 575 | 575 | 575 | |
| Xenon HID headlights | 900 | |||
| Value Package | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 750 | 750 | ||
| Sport Package | 2,900 | 2,900 | ||
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | 2,400 | 2,400 | 2,400 | |
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | 595 | 595 | 595 | |
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | 500 | |||
| Rear side airbags | 310 | 350 | 350 | 350 |
| iPod integration | 0 | |||
| Heated front seats | 199 | 455 | 455 | |
| Navigation system | 1,589 | 1,730 | 1,730 | |
| Body kit | 1,390 | 1,455 | 1,455 | |
| Adaptive cruise control | 861 | |||
| Premium Package | 865 | 685 | ||
| Folding second row seats | 430 | 430 | 430 | |
| Sunshade, rear, power | 525 | 525 | 525 | |
| Xenon HID headlights | 820 | |||
| Value Package | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 685 | 685 | ||
| Sport Package | 2,640 | 2,640 | ||
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | 2,135 | 2,135 | 2,135 | |
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | 540 | 540 | 540 | |
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | 455 | |||
| Options (change) | 5,000 | 13,430 | 13,330 | 4,930 |
| Options (change) | 4,349 | 12,175 | 12,085 | 4,435 |
| Destination | 690 | 875 | 875 | 875 |
| Total Price | $41,740 | $60,255 | $65,455 | $66,405 |
| Total Invoice | $38,636 | $55,505 | $60,290 | $61,240 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Volkswagen Passat vs. BMW 5-Series
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Volkswagen Passat VR6 | ||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $15,905 | ||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $14,465 | ||||
| Model Year | 2008 | 2010 | 2010 | 2010 |
| Model | Passat | 5-Series | 5-Series | 5-Series |
| Trim | VR6 | 528i | 535i | 550i |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | 280hp V6 | 230hp I6 | 300hp I6 | 360hp V8 |
| Transmission | T6 | M6 | T6 | M6 |
| Drivetrain | FWD | RWD | RWD | RWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 600, 10 | 200, 10 | 200, 10 | 200, 10 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 235/40-18 | 245/40-18 | 245/40-18 | 225/50-17 |
| Total Price | $41,740 | $60,255 | $65,455 | $66,405 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -2,610 | -3,510 | -1,060 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $41,740 | $57,645 | $61,945 | $65,345 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $0 | $4,300 | $7,700 |
| Total Invoice | $38,636 | $55,505 | $60,290 | $61,240 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -2,404 | -3,233 | -978 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $38,636 | $53,101 | $57,057 | $60,262 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $0 | $3,956 | $7,161 |
Features Comparison: Volkswagen Passat vs. BMW 5-Series
| Model Year | 2008 | 2010 | 2010 | 2010 |
| Model | Passat | 5-Series | 5-Series | 5-Series |
| Trim | VR6 | 528i | 535i | 550i |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||||
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | $1100 | ||
| 6-speed manual | $150 | $150 | ||
| FWD | $0 | |||
| RWD | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Accessories | ||||
| Adaptive cruise control | $600 | |||
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | $850 | $850 | $850 | |
| Heated steering wheel | $100 | |||
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | $15 | $15 | |
| Sunshade, rear | $125 | |||
| Sunshade, rear, power | $225 | $225 | $225 | |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | |||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | $350 | $350 | $350 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||||
| Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats | $0 | $0 | ||
| Full-size spare tire | $225 | |||
| Obstacle detection, front | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Temporary spare tire | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Tires, run-flat | $150 | $150 | ||
| Cargo Management | ||||
| Air-conditioned storage compartment | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Cargo net | $40 | |||
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | |||
| Climate Control | ||||
| Automatic air recirculation | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Heated windshield washer nozzles | $15 | |||
| Rear air vents | $100 | |||
| Rear air vents with manual controls | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Residual heat | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Exterior | ||||
| Body kit | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Bodyside moldings | $75 | |||
| Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Infotainment | ||||
| Aux input | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| HD radio | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| MP3-compatible player | $50 | |||
| Satellite radio | $200 | |||
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | $250 | $250 | $250 | |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Traffic + travel information | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Voice control for nav and audio | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||||
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Cornering lights | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Headlight washers | $50 | |||
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||||
| Aluminum trim | $100 | |||
| Door sill trim plates | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Leather door panel trim | $250 | $250 | $250 | |
| Memory system, passenger seat | $150 | $150 | ||
| Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Power seatback bolsters, driver seat | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power thigh support length adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power upper seatback recliner, driver seat | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power upper seatback recliner, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | ||
| Wood trim | $300 | $300 | $300 | |
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||||
| Active stabilizer bars | $500 | $500 | ||
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Transmission | ||||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | $100 | ||
| Total Value of Features | $3,005 | $5,615 | $6,515 | $4,065 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $2,610 | $3,510 | $1,060 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | -2,404 | -3,233 | -978 |
Specifications Comparison: Volkswagen Passat vs. BMW 5-Series
| Model Year | 2008 | 2010 |
| Model | Passat | 5-Series |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Wheelbase | 106.7 in | 113.7 in |
| Length | 188.2 in | 191.1 in |
| Width | 71.7 in | 72.7 in |
| Height | 58.0 in | 57.8 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,306 lb. | 3,506 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 18.5 gal. | 18.5 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 38.4 in | 37.7 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 55.7 in | 57.3 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 41.4 in | 41.5 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 37.8 in | 37.9 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 54.6 in | 57.2 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 37.7 in | 36.0 in |
| Cargo Volume | 14.2 ft3 | 14.0 ft3 |
Option Package Details
BMW 5-Series 528i
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Compass | 0 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | No |
| HD radio | 50 | No |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 600 | 77% |
| Total Not Requested | 175 | 23% |
| Folding second row seats | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Folding second row seats | 300 | Yes |
| Second-row 2-section 3-person split bench | 100 | No |
| Rear seat pass-through | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 400 | 80% |
| Total Not Requested | 100 | 20% |
| Sunshade, rear, power | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Sunshade, rear, power | 225 | No |
| Sunshades, second row | 125 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 125 | 36% |
| Total Not Requested | 225 | 64% |
| Xenon HID headlights | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Steering-linked headlights | 150 | Yes |
| Cornering lights | 50 | No |
| Total Requested | 650 | 93% |
| Total Not Requested | 50 | 7% |
| Obstacle detection, rear | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, front | 150 | No |
| Total Requested | 250 | 63% |
| Total Not Requested | 150 | 37% |
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | 150 | Yes |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 150 | Yes |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | No |
| Power-folding mirrors | 50 | No |
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | 75 | No |
| Upholstered door panels, leather | 250 | No |
| Total Requested | 1450 | 76% |
| Total Not Requested | 450 | 24% |
| Value Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| iPod integration | 100 | Yes |
| Upholstered door panels, leather | 250 | No |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Heated steering wheel | 100 | No |
| Headlight washers | 50 | No |
| Total Requested | 1200 | 75% |
| Total Not Requested | 400 | 25% |
| Sport Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| 245/40WR18 tires | 200 | No |
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | 250 | Yes |
| Alloy wheels, optional design | 0 | No |
| Tires, run-flat | 150 | No |
| Special exterior trim | 0 | No |
| Active stabilizer bars | 500 | No |
| Front sport buckets | 100 | Yes |
| Power upper seatback recliner, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Memory system, passenger seat | 150 | No |
| Front seat active head restraints | 0 | No |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | 150 | Yes |
| Power thigh support adjuster, driver seat | 100 | No |
| Power seatback bolsters, driver | 100 | No |
| Power upper seatback recliner, driver seat | 100 | No |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 150 | Yes |
| Power thigh support adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Total Requested | 650 | 29% |
| Total Not Requested | 1600 | 71% |
Option Package Details
BMW 5-Series 535i
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Compass | 0 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | No |
| HD radio | 50 | No |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 600 | 77% |
| Total Not Requested | 175 | 23% |
| Folding second row seats | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Folding second row seats | 300 | Yes |
| Second-row 2-section 3-person split bench | 100 | No |
| Rear seat pass-through | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 400 | 80% |
| Total Not Requested | 100 | 20% |
| Sunshade, rear, power | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Sunshade, rear, power | 225 | No |
| Sunshades, second row | 125 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 125 | 36% |
| Total Not Requested | 225 | 64% |
| Obstacle detection, rear | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, front | 150 | No |
| Total Requested | 250 | 63% |
| Total Not Requested | 150 | 37% |
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | No |
| Power-folding mirrors | 50 | No |
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | 75 | No |
| Upholstered door panels, leather | 250 | No |
| Total Requested | 1150 | 72% |
| Total Not Requested | 450 | 28% |
| Value Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| iPod integration | 100 | Yes |
| Upholstered door panels, leather | 250 | No |
| Total Requested | 1000 | 80% |
| Total Not Requested | 250 | 20% |
| Sport Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| 245/40WR18 tires | 200 | No |
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | 250 | Yes |
| Alloy wheels, optional design | 0 | No |
| Tires, run-flat | 150 | No |
| Special exterior trim | 0 | No |
| Active stabilizer bars | 500 | No |
| Front sport buckets | 100 | Yes |
| Power upper seatback recliner, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Memory system, passenger seat | 150 | No |
| Front seat active head restraints | 0 | No |
| Power thigh support adjuster, driver seat | 100 | No |
| Power seatback bolsters, driver | 100 | No |
| Power upper seatback recliner, driver seat | 100 | No |
| Power thigh support adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Total Requested | 350 | 18% |
| Total Not Requested | 1600 | 82% |
Option Package Details
BMW 5-Series 550i
| Folding second row seats | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Folding second row seats | 300 | Yes |
| Second-row 2-section 3-person split bench | 100 | No |
| Rear seat pass-through | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 400 | 80% |
| Total Not Requested | 100 | 20% |
| Sunshade, rear, power | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Sunshade, rear, power | 225 | No |
| Sunshades, second row | 125 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 125 | 36% |
| Total Not Requested | 225 | 64% |
| Value Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Compass | 0 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | No |
| HD radio | 50 | No |
| iPod integration | 100 | Yes |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 700 | 80% |
| Total Not Requested | 175 | 20% |
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