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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: $34,090 Volkswagen Passat 1.8T SEL Premium | |||||||
| Difference: $24,827 | |||||||
Lowest Total Invoice: $32,544 Volkswagen Passat 1.8T SEL Premium | |||||||
| Difference: $22,563 | |||||||
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| Model Year | 2017 | 2017 | 2018 | 2018 | 2018 | 2018 | 2018 |
| Model | Passat | Passat | 5-Series | 5-Series | 5-Series | 5-Series | 5-Series |
| Trim | 1.8T SEL Premium | V6 SEL Premium | 530i | 530e iPerformance | 540i | 540d | M550i |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Price | $30,995 | $33,995 | $52,400 | $52,400 | $57,700 | $62,000 | $73,400 |
| Base Invoice | $29,724 | $32,601 | $49,410 | $49,410 | $54,340 | $58,340 | $68,940 |
| Body kit | 1,900 | 1,900 | |||||
| Rear spoiler | 375 | 375 | |||||
| Premium Tier | 2,300 | 2,300 | 2,300 | ||||
| Driving Assistance Package | 1,700 | 1,700 | 1,700 | 1,700 | 1,700 | ||
| Lighting Package | 1,050 | 1,050 | 1,050 | 1,050 | |||
| Heated second row seats | 350 | 350 | 350 | 350 | |||
| Heated steering wheel | 190 | 190 | 190 | 190 | |||
| Temporary spare tire | 150 | 150 | 150 | 150 | |||
| Leather seating surfaces | 1,450 | 1,450 | |||||
| Apple CarPlay support | 300 | 300 | 300 | 300 | 300 | ||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 550 | 550 | 550 | 550 | |||
| M Sport Design | 4,600 | ||||||
| Heated front seats | 500 | ||||||
| Wood trim | 0 | ||||||
| Body kit | 1,700 | 1,700 | |||||
| Rear spoiler | 300 | 300 | |||||
| Premium Tier | 2,115 | 2,115 | 2,115 | ||||
| Driving Assistance Package | 1,565 | 1,565 | 1,565 | 1,565 | 1,565 | ||
| Lighting Package | 965 | 965 | 965 | 965 | |||
| Heated second row seats | 320 | 320 | 320 | 320 | |||
| Heated steering wheel | 175 | 175 | 175 | 175 | |||
| Temporary spare tire | 140 | 140 | 140 | 140 | |||
| Leather seating surfaces | 1,335 | 1,335 | |||||
| Apple CarPlay support | 275 | 275 | 275 | 275 | 275 | ||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 505 | 505 | 505 | 505 | |||
| M Sport Design | 4,230 | ||||||
| Heated front seats | 455 | ||||||
| Wood trim | 0 | ||||||
| Options (change) | 2,275 | 2,275 | 8,040 | 10,190 | 6,590 | 6,590 | 2,650 |
| Options (change) | 2,000 | 2,000 | 7,395 | 9,370 | 6,060 | 6,060 | 2,435 |
| Destination | 820 | 820 | 995 | 995 | 995 | 995 | 995 |
| Gas Tax | 0 | 0 | 0 | -4,668 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Total Price | $34,090 | $37,090 | $61,435 | $58,917 | $65,285 | $69,585 | $77,045 |
| Total Invoice | $32,544 | $35,421 | $57,800 | $55,107 | $61,395 | $65,395 | $72,370 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Volkswagen Passat vs. BMW 5-Series
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Volkswagen Passat 1.8T SEL Premium | |||||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $21,747 | |||||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $19,682 | |||||||
| Model Year | 2017 | 2017 | 2018 | 2018 | 2018 | 2018 | 2018 |
| Model | Passat | Passat | 5-Series | 5-Series | 5-Series | 5-Series | 5-Series |
| Trim | 1.8T SEL Premium | V6 SEL Premium | 530i | 530e iPerformance | 540i | 540d | M550i |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | 170hp I4 | 280hp V6 | 248hp I4 | 180hp I4 PiH | 335hp I6 | 261hp I6 D | 456hp V8 |
| Transmission | T6 | S6 | T8 | T8 | T8 | T8 | T8 |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | RWD | RWD | RWD | AWD | AWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 400, 9 | 400, 9 | 205, 12 | 205, 12 | 205, 12 | 205, 12 | 600, 16 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 235/45-18 | 235/45-18 | 245/45-18 | 245/40-19 | 245/45-18 | 245/45-18 | 245/40-19 |
| Total Price | $34,090 | $37,090 | $61,435 | $58,917 | $65,285 | $69,585 | $77,045 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -100 | -3,005 | -3,080 | -3,005 | -4,955 | -6,705 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $34,090 | $36,990 | $58,430 | $55,837 | $62,280 | $64,630 | $70,340 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $2,900 | $2,593 | $0 | $6,443 | $8,793 | $14,503 |
| Total Invoice | $32,544 | $35,421 | $57,800 | $55,107 | $61,395 | $65,395 | $72,370 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -96 | -2,827 | -2,881 | -2,826 | -4,657 | -6,298 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $32,544 | $35,325 | $54,973 | $52,226 | $58,569 | $60,738 | $66,072 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $2,781 | $2,747 | $0 | $6,343 | $8,512 | $13,846 |
Features Comparison: Volkswagen Passat vs. BMW 5-Series
| Model Year | 2017 | 2017 | 2018 | 2018 | 2018 | 2018 | 2018 |
| Model | Passat | Passat | 5-Series | 5-Series | 5-Series | 5-Series | 5-Series |
| Trim | 1.8T SEL Premium | V6 SEL Premium | 530i | 530e iPerformance | 540i | 540d | M550i |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | |||||||
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | ||||||
| 6-speed automated manual | $1100 | ||||||
| 8-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1300 | $1300 | $1300 | $1300 | $1300 | ||
| FWD | $0 | $0 | |||||
| RWD | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||||
| AWD | $1700 | $1700 | |||||
| Accessories | |||||||
| Adaptive cruise control | $600 | $600 | |||||
| Cruise control | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Heated steering wheel | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |||
| Power trunk closer | $350 | $350 | $350 | $350 | $350 | ||
| Remote start | $150 | $150 | |||||
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | $15 | $15 | $15 | $15 | ||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | $250 | |||||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | $350 | $350 | $350 | $350 | $350 | ||
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | |||||||
| Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| Brake- or yaw-sensor-initiated collision preparation system | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| Cross-traffic collision intervention, rear | $100 | $100 | |||||
| Driver drowsiness monitor | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Hill descent control | $250 | $250 | |||||
| Knee airbag, driver | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | ||
| Knee airbag, passenger | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | ||
| Lane departure prevention, steering-based | $200 | $200 | |||||
| Pedestrian detection | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Rollover sensor | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Secondary collision brake assist | $25 | $25 | |||||
| Temporary spare tire | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Tires, run-flat | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Vehicle health reports | $0 | $0 | |||||
| Cargo Management | |||||||
| Air-conditioned storage compartment | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | $25 | |||||
| Climate Control | |||||||
| Automatic air recirculation | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Residual heat | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Engine / Motor | |||||||
| 3.5 kW onboard charger | $0 | ||||||
| 9 kWh battery pack | $0 | ||||||
| Automatic start / stop | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Dual-mode exhaust, switchable | $500 | ||||||
| Regenerative braking | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | |||
| Exterior | |||||||
| Active grille shutters | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| Black exterior trim (optional) | $0 | $0 | |||||
| Body kit | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | |||
| Bodyside moldings | $75 | $75 | |||||
| Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) | $25 | $25 | |||||
| Painted brake calipers (optional) | $0 | ||||||
| Rear spoiler | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||||
| Infotainment | |||||||
| 4G LTE connectivity | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| Android Auto support | $100 | $100 | |||||
| DVD-compatible player | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| Gesture control system | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |||
| Handwriting recognition | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| In-vehicle Internet | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Media drive | $15 | $15 | $15 | $15 | $15 | ||
| Mirrorlink support | $0 | $0 | |||||
| Navigation map updates, three years | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| S Voice support | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| Satellite radio | $200 | $200 | |||||
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | $250 | $250 | $250 | $250 | $250 | ||
| SD Card slot | $25 | $25 | |||||
| Surround sound | $250 | ||||||
| Text dictation | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| Voice recorder | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | |||||||
| Analog clock | $25 | $25 | |||||
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | ||
| Auto-dimming headlights | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Cornering lights | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Fog lights | $125 | $125 | $125 | $125 | $125 | $125 | |
| Head-up display (HUD) | $350 | $350 | $350 | $350 | $350 | ||
| Interior ambient lighting | $150 | $150 | |||||
| Interior ambient lighting, configurable | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Large energy flow and fuel economy display | $25 | ||||||
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Steering-linked fog lights | $50 | $50 | |||||
| Steering-linked headlights | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Seats and Interior Trim | |||||||
| Heated second row seats | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Leather door panel trim | $250 | $250 | $250 | $250 | $250 | ||
| Manual thigh support length adjuster, driver seat | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | |||
| Manual thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | |||
| Memory system, passenger seat | $150 | ||||||
| Metal pedals | $75 | $75 | $75 | ||||
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | |||||
| Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | |||||
| Power seatback bolsters, driver seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $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 | ||||||
| Upholstered instrument panel | $300 | $300 | |||||
| Wood trim | $300 | $300 | $300 | $300 | $300 | ||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | |||||||
| Adaptive dampers - electrical | $500 | ||||||
| Electronic systems calibration selector | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Performance steering system (optional) | $0 | ||||||
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | ||||||
| Transmission | |||||||
| Launch control | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Total Value of Features | $4,050 | $4,150 | $7,055 | $7,130 | $7,055 | $9,005 | $10,755 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $100 | $3,005 | $3,080 | $3,005 | $4,955 | $6,705 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | -96 | -2,827 | -2,881 | -2,826 | -4,657 | -6,298 |
Specifications Comparison: Volkswagen Passat vs. BMW 5-Series
| Model Year | 2017 | 2018 |
| Model | Passat | 5-Series |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Wheelbase | 110.4 in | 117.1 in |
| Length | 191.6 in | 194.6 in |
| Width | 72.2 in | 73.5 in |
| Height | 58.5 in | 58.2 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,231 lb. | 3,747 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 18.5 gal. | 18.0 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 38.3 in | 38.8 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 56.9 in | 58.7 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 42.4 in | 41.4 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 37.8 in | 37.5 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 57.0 in | 55.9 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 39.1 in | 36.5 in |
| Cargo Volume | 15.9 ft3 | 18.7 ft3 |
Option Package Details
BMW 5-Series 530i
| Leather seating surfaces | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Leather door panel trim | 250 | No |
| Total Requested | 900 | 78% |
| Total Not Requested | 250 | 22% |
| Premium Tier | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Gesture control system | 100 | No |
| Obstacle detection, front | 150 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Power trunk closer | 350 | No |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | 250 | No |
| Hands-free trunk or liftgate | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 950 | 58% |
| Total Not Requested | 700 | 42% |
| Driving Assistance Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Head-up display (HUD) | 350 | No |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Cross-traffic warning, rear | 100 | Yes |
| Speed limit information | 0 | No |
| Lane departure warning | 200 | Yes |
| Automatic braking, low-speed | 200 | Yes |
| Forward collision warning | 200 | Yes |
| Pedestrian detection | 50 | No |
| Total Requested | 900 | 69% |
| Total Not Requested | 400 | 31% |
| Lighting Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Auto-dimming headlights | 200 | No |
| LED headlights | 250 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 250 | 56% |
| Total Not Requested | 200 | 44% |
Option Package Details
BMW 5-Series 530e iPerformance
| Leather seating surfaces | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Leather door panel trim | 250 | No |
| Total Requested | 900 | 78% |
| Total Not Requested | 250 | 22% |
| M Sport Design | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| 245/40VR19 tires | 400 | No |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Gesture control system | 100 | No |
| Body kit | 0 | Yes |
| Sport front fascia (optional) | 0 | No |
| Sport rear fascia, e.g. diffuser (optional) | 0 | No |
| Upholstered instrument panel | 300 | No |
| Black exterior trim (optional) | 0 | No |
| Obstacle detection, front | 150 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Power trunk closer | 350 | No |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | 250 | No |
| Hands-free trunk or liftgate | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 950 | 40% |
| Total Not Requested | 1400 | 60% |
| Driving Assistance Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Head-up display (HUD) | 350 | No |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Cross-traffic warning, rear | 100 | Yes |
| Speed limit information | 0 | No |
| Lane departure warning | 200 | Yes |
| Automatic braking, low-speed | 200 | Yes |
| Forward collision warning | 200 | Yes |
| Pedestrian detection | 50 | No |
| Total Requested | 900 | 69% |
| Total Not Requested | 400 | 31% |
| Lighting Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Auto-dimming headlights | 200 | No |
| LED headlights | 250 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 250 | 56% |
| Total Not Requested | 200 | 44% |
Option Package Details
BMW 5-Series 540i
| Premium Tier | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Gesture control system | 100 | No |
| Obstacle detection, front | 150 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Power trunk closer | 350 | No |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | 250 | No |
| Hands-free trunk or liftgate | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 950 | 58% |
| Total Not Requested | 700 | 42% |
| Driving Assistance Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Head-up display (HUD) | 350 | No |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Cross-traffic warning, rear | 100 | Yes |
| Speed limit information | 0 | No |
| Lane departure warning | 200 | Yes |
| Automatic braking, low-speed | 200 | Yes |
| Forward collision warning | 200 | Yes |
| Pedestrian detection | 50 | No |
| Total Requested | 900 | 69% |
| Total Not Requested | 400 | 31% |
| Lighting Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Auto-dimming headlights | 200 | No |
| LED headlights | 250 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 250 | 56% |
| Total Not Requested | 200 | 44% |
Option Package Details
BMW 5-Series 540d
| Premium Tier | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Gesture control system | 100 | No |
| Obstacle detection, front | 150 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Power trunk closer | 350 | No |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | 250 | No |
| Hands-free trunk or liftgate | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 950 | 58% |
| Total Not Requested | 700 | 42% |
| Driving Assistance Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Head-up display (HUD) | 350 | No |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Cross-traffic warning, rear | 100 | Yes |
| Speed limit information | 0 | No |
| Lane departure warning | 200 | Yes |
| Automatic braking, low-speed | 200 | Yes |
| Forward collision warning | 200 | Yes |
| Pedestrian detection | 50 | No |
| Total Requested | 900 | 69% |
| Total Not Requested | 400 | 31% |
| Lighting Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Auto-dimming headlights | 200 | No |
| LED headlights | 250 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 250 | 56% |
| Total Not Requested | 200 | 44% |
Option Package Details
BMW 5-Series M550i
| Driving Assistance Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Head-up display (HUD) | 350 | No |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Cross-traffic warning, rear | 100 | Yes |
| Speed limit information | 0 | No |
| Lane departure warning | 200 | Yes |
| Automatic braking, low-speed | 200 | Yes |
| Forward collision warning | 200 | Yes |
| Pedestrian detection | 50 | No |
| Total Requested | 900 | 69% |
| Total Not Requested | 400 | 31% |
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