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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: $39,740 Volkswagen Passat VR6 | ||||
| Difference: $18,260 | ||||
Lowest Total Invoice: $36,936 Volkswagen Passat VR6 | ||||
| Difference: $16,589 | ||||
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| Model Year | 2008 | 2013 | 2013 | 2013 |
| 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 | $47,800 | $53,400 | $62,700 |
| Base Invoice | $33,597 | $44,155 | $49,310 | $57,865 |
| iPod integration | 0 | |||
| Heated front seats | 225 | 500 | 500 | 500 |
| Navigation system | 1,800 | 1,900 | 1,900 | |
| Adaptive cruise control | 975 | |||
| Sunshade, rear, power | 575 | 575 | 575 | |
| Premium Package | 2,600 | |||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 550 | 550 | ||
| Aluminum trim | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 750 | 750 | ||
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | 2,400 | 2,400 | 2,400 | |
| iPod integration | 0 | |||
| Heated front seats | 199 | 455 | 455 | 455 |
| Navigation system | 1,589 | 1,730 | 1,730 | |
| Adaptive cruise control | 861 | |||
| Sunshade, rear, power | 525 | 525 | 525 | |
| Premium Package | 2,365 | |||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 500 | 500 | ||
| Aluminum trim | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 685 | 685 | ||
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | 2,185 | 2,185 | 2,185 | |
| Options (change) | 3,000 | 9,275 | 6,675 | 3,475 |
| Options (change) | 2,649 | 8,445 | 6,080 | 3,165 |
| Destination | 690 | 925 | 925 | 925 |
| Total Price | $39,740 | $58,000 | $61,000 | $67,100 |
| Total Invoice | $36,936 | $53,525 | $56,315 | $61,955 |
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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: $14,770 | ||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $13,368 | ||||
| Model Year | 2008 | 2013 | 2013 | 2013 |
| 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 | 240hp I4 | 300hp I6 | 400hp V8 |
| Transmission | T6 | T8 | T8 | T8 |
| Drivetrain | FWD | RWD | RWD | RWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 600, 10 | 180, 10 | 180, 10 | 180, 10 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 235/40-18 | 225/55-17 | 245/45-18 | 245/45-18 |
| Total Price | $39,740 | $58,000 | $61,000 | $67,100 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -3,490 | -2,540 | -2,940 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $39,740 | $54,510 | $58,460 | $64,160 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $0 | $3,950 | $9,650 |
| Total Invoice | $36,936 | $53,525 | $56,315 | $61,955 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -3,221 | -2,345 | -2,715 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $36,936 | $50,304 | $53,970 | $59,240 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $0 | $3,666 | $8,936 |
Features Comparison: Volkswagen Passat vs. BMW 5-Series
| Model Year | 2008 | 2013 | 2013 | 2013 |
| 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 | |||
| 8-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1300 | $1300 | $1300 | |
| FWD | $0 | |||
| RWD | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Accessories | ||||
| Adaptive cruise control | $600 | |||
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | $850 | $850 | $850 | |
| Hands-free trunk or liftgate | $100 | |||
| Power trunk closer | $350 | |||
| Proximity key | $250 | |||
| Remote app | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| 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 | $0 | |
| Forward collision warning | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Full-size spare tire | $225 | |||
| Knee airbag, driver | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Knee airbag, passenger | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Obstacle detection, front | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Rearview camera | $200 | |||
| Rollover sensor | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Tires, run-flat | $150 | $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 | |
| Residual heat | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Engine / Motor | ||||
| Automatic start / stop | $150 | $150 | ||
| Regenerative braking | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Exterior | ||||
| Bodyside moldings | $75 | |||
| Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Infotainment | ||||
| Aux input | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| DVD-compatible player | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| HD radio | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| iPod integration | $100 | |||
| Media drive | $15 | $15 | $15 | |
| Satellite radio | $200 | |||
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | $250 | |||
| SMS text-to-speech reader | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Traffic + travel information | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| USB port | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| 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 | |
| Compass | $0 | |||
| Cornering lights | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||||
| Door sill trim plates | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Leather door panel trim | $250 | $250 | $250 | |
| Memory system, passenger seat | $150 | |||
| Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| 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 | |||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||||
| Electronic systems calibration selector | $200 | $200 | ||
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | |||
| Transmission | ||||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | |||
| Total Value of Features | $2,840 | $6,330 | $5,380 | $5,780 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $3,490 | $2,540 | $2,940 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | -3,221 | -2,345 | -2,715 |
Specifications Comparison: Volkswagen Passat vs. BMW 5-Series
| Model Year | 2008 | 2013 |
| Model | Passat | 5-Series |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Wheelbase | 106.7 in | 116.9 in |
| Length | 188.2 in | 193.1 in |
| Width | 71.7 in | 73.2 in |
| Height | 58.0 in | 57.6 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,306 lb. | 3,815 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 18.5 gal. | 18.5 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 38.4 in | 40.5 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 55.7 in | 58.3 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 41.4 in | 41.4 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 37.8 in | 38.3 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 54.6 in | 56.2 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 37.7 in | 36.1 in |
| Cargo Volume | 14.2 ft3 | 18.4 ft3 |
Option Package Details
BMW 5-Series 528i
| 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% |
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | 700 | No |
| Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system | 0 | No |
| Forward collision alert | 200 | No |
| Total Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Total Not Requested | 900 | 100% |
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | No |
| Media drive, large | 15 | No |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 600 | 81% |
| Total Not Requested | 140 | 19% |
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Power decklid | 350 | No |
| Proximity key | 250 | No |
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | 250 | No |
| Upholstered door panels, leather | 250 | No |
| Hands-free trunk or liftgate | 100 | No |
| Total Requested | 900 | 43% |
| Total Not Requested | 1200 | 57% |
Option Package Details
BMW 5-Series 535i
| 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% |
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | 700 | No |
| Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system | 0 | No |
| Forward collision alert | 200 | No |
| Total Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Total Not Requested | 900 | 100% |
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | No |
| Media drive, large | 15 | No |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 600 | 81% |
| Total Not Requested | 140 | 19% |
Option Package Details
BMW 5-Series 550i
| 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% |
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | 700 | No |
| Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system | 0 | No |
| Forward collision alert | 200 | No |
| Total Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Total Not Requested | 900 | 100% |
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