Chrysler 300 vs. BMW 5-Series Price Comparison
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For the Chrysler 300 vs. BMW 5-Series price comparison, we have first equipped the cars with selected features. The specific options added are shown in the 300 vs. 5-Series Price Comparison table. If you want to know how much the 300 and 5-Series will cost with the features you specified, this is the table to check. In this case, the Chrysler 300 300C's price is $15,940 lower than the BMW 5-Series 528i's price |
TrueDelta Value Comparison: Chrysler 300 vs. BMW 5-Series
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Chrysler 300 300C | ||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: 15,940 | ||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: 13,654 | ||||
| Model Year | 2011 | 2008 | 2008 | 2008 |
| Model | 300 | 5-Series | 5-Series | 5-Series |
| Trim | 300C | 528i | 535i | 550i |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | 363hp V8 | 230hp I6 | 300hp I6 | 360hp V8 |
| Transmission | T5 | M6 | T6 | M6 |
| Drivetrain | AWD | RWD | RWD | RWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | 15/23 MPG | 15/22 MPG | 15/22 MPG | 15/22 MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers | 276, 6 | 200, 10 | 200, 10 | 200, 10 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 235/55-19 | 225/50-17 | 225/50-17 | 225/50-17 |
| Total Price | 45,235 | 58,020 | 62,220 | 68,320 |
| Adjustments for Features | -3,155 | 0 | -950 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | 42,080 | 58,020 | 61,270 | 68,320 |
| Cost Above Minimum | 0 | 0 | 3,250 | 10,300 |
| Total Invoice | 42,785 | 53,455 | 57,325 | 62,970 |
| Adjustments for Features | -2,984 | 0 | -875 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | 39,801 | 53,455 | 56,450 | 62,970 |
| Cost Above Minimum | 0 | 0 | 2,995 | 9,515 |
Invoice Comparison: Chrysler 300 vs. BMW 5-Series
Price Comparison (MSRP): Chrysler 300 vs. BMW 5-SeriesThe 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.
| Lowest Total Price: Chrysler 300 300C | ||||
| Difference: 12,785 | ||||
| Lowest Total Invoice: Chrysler 300 300C | ||||
| Difference: 10,670 | ||||
| Model Year | 2011 | 2008 | 2008 | 2008 |
| Model | 300 | 5-Series | 5-Series | 5-Series |
| Trim | 300C | 528i | 535i | 550i |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Price | 38,170 | 44,600 | 49,800 | 58,800 |
| Base Invoice | 36,342 | 41,210 | 45,995 | 54,275 |
| SafetyTec Group | 2,795 | |||
| AWD | 2,150 | |||
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,295 | |||
| Cold Weather Package | 750 | 750 | 750 | |
| Premium Package | 2,400 | 2,200 | ||
| Obstacle detection, rear | 700 | 700 | ||
| Xenon HID headlights | 800 | |||
| Auto-dimming headlights | 250 | 250 | 250 | |
| Heated second row seats | 350 | 350 | 350 | |
| iPod integration | 400 | 400 | 400 | |
| Folding second row seats | 475 | 475 | 475 | |
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | 595 | 595 | 595 | |
| Proximity key | 1,000 | 1,000 | 1,000 | |
| Navigation system | 1,900 | 1,900 | 1,900 | |
| Sunshade, rear, power | 575 | 575 | 575 | |
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | 2,400 | 2,400 | 2,400 | |
| SafetyTec Group | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| AWD | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Panoramic sunroof | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Cold Weather Package | 685 | 685 | 685 | |
| Premium Package | 2,185 | 2,000 | 0 | |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 635 | 635 | 0 | |
| Xenon HID headlights | 730 | 0 | 0 | |
| Auto-dimming headlights | 230 | 230 | 230 | |
| Heated second row seats | 320 | 320 | 320 | |
| iPod integration | 365 | 365 | 365 | |
| Folding second row seats | 430 | 430 | 430 | |
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | 540 | 540 | 540 | |
| Proximity key | 910 | 910 | 910 | |
| Navigation system | 1,730 | 1,730 | 1,730 | |
| Sunshade, rear, power | 525 | 525 | 525 | |
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | 2,135 | 2,135 | 2,135 | |
| Total options | 6,240 | 12,595 | 11,595 | 8,695 |
| Total options | 5,618 | 11,420 | 10,505 | 7,870 |
| Destination | 825 | 825 | 825 | 825 |
| Total Price | 45,235 | 58,020 | 62,220 | 68,320 |
| Total Invoice | 42,785 | 53,455 | 57,325 | 62,970 |
While we strive for accuracy, the site is not error-free, and prices can change at any time.
What Our Members Are Saying about the Price of the the Chrysler 300
| Price of the Chrysler 300: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2009 | 4dr Sedan 250-horsepower 3.5L V6 4-speed automatic RWD | Heavy discount from near-$40K sticker price as one might expect from a year-old "new" car still in dealer inventory. This fact, coupled with numerous factory incentives and low APR financing cinched the deal. In short, I bought $40K car for $30K. |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 250-horsepower 3.5L V6 4-speed automatic RWD | With all the discounts available, the price was great. |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 178-horsepower 2.7L V6 4-speed automatic RWD | Low overall |
| 2006 | 4dr Sedan 340-horsepower 5.7L V8 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD | Truly one of the best cars for the price. I purchased it when Mercedes owned Chrysler, so I got Mercedes-quality parts within a gorgeous American-designed body. |
| Price of the Chrysler 300: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2006 | 4dr Sedan 190-horsepower 2.7L V6 4-speed automatic RWD | A lease was higher than it should have been. |
| 2005 | 4dr Sedan 250-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD | Car payments could have bought me a bimmer (BMW) |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Price of the the BMW 5-Series
| Price of the BMW 5-Series: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 300hp 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD | Better than the Lexus I was looking at for a much better handling and more luggage space vehicle. |
| Price of the BMW 5-Series: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2010 | 4dr Wagon turbocharged 300hp 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD | Too expensive for what you get. |
| 2006 | 4dr Sedan 255-horsepower 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD | for 60k the 5 series seems a bit pricy compared to what you can get from even an acura TL for instance. |
| 2006 | 4dr Sedan 255-horsepower 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD | I paid cash, but they do not usually offer incentives on the 5 series. That may have changed in this economy but the 5 series has few incentives. |
| 2006 | 4dr Wagon 255-horsepower 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD | Very expensive car 90K CDN or 60K USD new. Very pricey for a car. |
| 2002 | 4dr Sedan 225-horsepower 3.0L I6 5-speed manual RWD | Compared to the implicit value of Genesis, BMW simply charges too much for what you get...$25K delta just not justifiable. |
| 2001 | 4dr Sedan 225-horsepower 3.0L I6 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD | still a high payment |
| 2000 | 4dr Sedan 282-horsepower 4.4L V8 6-speed manual RWD | Mostly about the depreciation - you will lose money |
Features Comparison: Chrysler 300 vs. BMW 5-Series
| Model Year | 2011 | 2008 | 2008 | 2008 |
| Model | 300 | 5-Series | 5-Series | 5-Series |
| Trim | 300C | 528i | 535i | 550i |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||||
| 5-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1000 | |||
| 6-speed manual | $150 | $150 | ||
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | |||
| AWD | $1700 | |||
| RWD | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Accessories | ||||
| Adaptive cruise control | $850 | |||
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | $1450 | $1450 | $1450 | |
| Heated / cooled cup holders | $75 | |||
| Power-adjustable pedals | $125 | |||
| Remote start | $150 | |||
| Sunshades, second row | $125 | $125 | $125 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||||
| Blind spot warning system | $200 | |||
| Forward collision alert | $50 | |||
| Front seat active head restraints | $50 | |||
| Knee airbag, driver | $100 | |||
| Rear cross-traffic detection | $100 | |||
| Rearview camera | $200 | |||
| Cargo Management | ||||
| Air-conditioned storage compartment | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Cargo mat | $40 | |||
| Cargo net | $40 | |||
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | |||
| Rear seat pass-through | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Ski sack | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Climate Control and Infotainment | ||||
| Automatic air recirculation | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | |||
| MP3-compatible player | $50 | |||
| Rear air vents | $100 | |||
| Rear air vents with manual controls | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Residual heat | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| SD Card slot | $25 | |||
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | $350 | $350 | $350 | |
| Traffic information | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Voice control for external devices | $50 | |||
| Voice control for nav and audio | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Exterior | ||||
| Laminated side glass | $300 | |||
| Panoramic sunroof | $1200 | |||
| Sunroof | $900 | $900 | $900 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||||
| Analog clock | $25 | |||
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Compass | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Fog light, rear | $100 | |||
| Headlight washers | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||||
| Cooled front seats | $300 | |||
| Leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Upholstered door panels, leather | $250 | $250 | $250 | |
| Upholstered instrument cluster hood | $50 | |||
| Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | |||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||||
| Alloy wheels | $350 | $350 | $350 | |
| Polished alloy wheels | $700 | |||
| Touring suspension (upgrade) | $0 | |||
| Total Value of Features | $7,780 | $4,625 | $5,575 | $4,625 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $3,155 | $0 | $950 | $0 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -2,984 | 0 | -875 | 0 |
Specifications Comparison: Chrysler 300 vs. BMW 5-Series
| Model Year | 2011 | 2008 |
| Model | 300 | 5-Series |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Wheelbase | 120.2 in | 113.7 in |
| Length | 198.6 in | 191.1 in |
| Width | 75.0 in | 72.7 in |
| Height | 58.4 in | 57.8 in |
| Curb Weight | 4,513 lb. | 3,946 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 19.1 gal. | 18.5 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 38.6 in | 37.7 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 59.5 in | 57.3 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 56.2 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 41.8 in | 41.5 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 37.9 in | 37.9 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 57.7 in | 57.2 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 56.1 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 40.1 in | 36.0 in |
| Cargo Volume | 16.3 ft3 | 14.0 ft3 |
Option Package Details
300C
| SafetyTec Group | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Steering-linked headlights | 150 | Yes |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Adaptive cruise control | 600 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, front | 200 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 300 | Yes |
| Fog light, rear | 100 | No |
| Turn signals on or near mirrors | 25 | Yes |
| Power-folding mirrors | 50 | Yes |
| Perimeter approach lighting | 25 | No |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | No |
| Rear cross-traffic detection | 100 | No |
| Distance alert | 50 | No |
| Total Requested | 1825 | 79% |
| Total Not Requested | 475 | 21% |
Option Package Details
528i
| Obstacle detection, rear | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 300 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, front | 200 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 500 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Xenon HID headlights | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Steering-linked headlights | 150 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 650 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Folding | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Folding | 300 | Yes |
| Second-row 2-section 3-person split bench | 100 | No |
| Rear seat pass-through | 100 | No |
| Ski sack | 50 | No |
| Total Requested | 300 | 55% |
| Total Not Requested | 250 | 45% |
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Compass | 25 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | No |
| Traffic information system | 50 | No |
| Total Requested | 600 | 77% |
| Total Not Requested | 175 | 23% |
| Power sunshade, rear | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Power sunshade, rear | 225 | Yes |
| Sunshades, second row | 125 | No |
| Total Requested | 225 | 64% |
| Total Not Requested | 125 | 36% |
| Cold Weather Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Heated | 300 | Yes |
| Heated steering wheel | 100 | Yes |
| Headlight washers | 50 | No |
| Total Requested | 400 | 89% |
| Total Not Requested | 50 | 11% |
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Power lumbar, 4-way, driver | 150 | Yes |
| Power lumbar, 4-way, passenger | 150 | Yes |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | Yes |
| Power-folding mirrors | 50 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | 75 | No |
| Leather door panel trim | 250 | No |
| Total Requested | 1575 | 83% |
| Total Not Requested | 325 | 17% |
Option Package Details
535i
| Obstacle detection, rear | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 300 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, front | 200 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 500 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Folding | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Folding | 300 | Yes |
| Second-row 2-section 3-person split bench | 100 | No |
| Rear seat pass-through | 100 | No |
| Ski sack | 50 | No |
| Total Requested | 300 | 55% |
| Total Not Requested | 250 | 45% |
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Compass | 25 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | No |
| Traffic information system | 50 | No |
| Total Requested | 600 | 77% |
| Total Not Requested | 175 | 23% |
| Power sunshade, rear | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Power sunshade, rear | 225 | Yes |
| Sunshades, second row | 125 | No |
| Total Requested | 225 | 64% |
| Total Not Requested | 125 | 36% |
| Cold Weather Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Heated | 300 | Yes |
| Heated steering wheel | 100 | Yes |
| Headlight washers | 50 | No |
| Total Requested | 400 | 89% |
| Total Not Requested | 50 | 11% |
| 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 | Yes |
| Power-folding mirrors | 50 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | 75 | No |
| Leather door panel trim | 250 | No |
| Total Requested | 1275 | 80% |
| Total Not Requested | 325 | 20% |
Option Package Details
550i
| Folding | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Folding | 300 | Yes |
| Second-row 2-section 3-person split bench | 100 | No |
| Rear seat pass-through | 100 | No |
| Ski sack | 50 | No |
| Total Requested | 300 | 55% |
| Total Not Requested | 250 | 45% |
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Compass | 25 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | No |
| Traffic information system | 50 | No |
| Total Requested | 600 | 77% |
| Total Not Requested | 175 | 23% |
| Power sunshade, rear | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Power sunshade, rear | 225 | Yes |
| Sunshades, second row | 125 | No |
| Total Requested | 225 | 64% |
| Total Not Requested | 125 | 36% |
| Cold Weather Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Heated | 300 | Yes |
| Heated steering wheel | 100 | Yes |
| Headlight washers | 50 | No |
| Total Requested | 400 | 89% |
| Total Not Requested | 50 | 11% |
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What Our Members Are Saying about Chrysler 300 Materials and Workmanship
| Available Features of the Chrysler 300: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2011 | 4dr Sedan 292-horsepower 3.6L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
The fit and finish are rich and luxurious |
| 2006 | 4dr Sedan 340-horsepower 5.7L V8 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
The materials and workmanship is on par with the best. Easy on the eyes. |
| Materials and Workmanship of the Chrysler 300: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 250-horsepower 3.5L V6 4-speed automatic RWD |
The paint on the outside of the car scratches very easily. The dashboard has mis-aligned panels and there are a number of rattles and clunks coming from inside the dashboard. |
| 2005 | 4dr Sedan 340-horsepower 5.7L V8 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Everything looks ok, but for a car as expensive as this, I expect better than the aforementioned speaker problems. I will say the paint still looks great after 4 years, and the car is not garaged. |
What Our Members Are Saying about BMW 5-Series Materials and Workmanship
| Available Features of the BMW 5-Series: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2010 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 300hp 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Panel aligment is good, as are interior seams. |
| 2009 | 4dr Sedan 230-horsepower 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Solid, quiet, sturdy |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 360-horsepower 4.8L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Very tight and solid. Nothing cheap about the workmanship. |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 300hp 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Top quality - fit and finish is flawless |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 230-horsepower 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
The fit and finish on my new 528i were excellent. Not a flaw found yet. |
| 2007 | 4dr Sedan 360-horsepower 4.8L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
well put together with good materials |
| 2006 | 4dr Sedan 174-horsepower 2.0L I6 6-speed manual RWD |
Excellent material and fit everywhere, the desing maybe abit more simplistic that i would like but the material and build is superb. Even a hardcore japanese brand fan -a friend of mine- admitted the build and materials used |
| 2005 | 4dr Sedan 225-horsepower 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Top quality German manufacturing excellence |
| 2005 | 4dr Sedan 325-horsepower 4.4L V8 6-speed manual RWD |
Well made, with quality materials. Definitely a step up from the 3-series I owned previously. |
| 2004 | 4dr Sedan 325-horsepower 4.4L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Materials and workmanship are first-rate. |
| 2003 | 4dr Sedan 225-horsepower 3.0L I6 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Top quality throughout, very few shortcuts |
| 2002 | 4dr Sedan 225-horsepower 3.0L I6 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
This car is extremely high quality with tight panel fits and soft touch materials. |
| Materials and Workmanship of the BMW 5-Series: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2010 | 4dr Sedan 230-horsepower 3.0L I6 6-speed manual AWD |
I drove both the 3 & 5 series - 328x is far too small inside & materials are worse than my Honda Pilot. The 5 series was a lot better, about as good as my Jetta, but no close to the quality of the Audi (which was $30000 less). |
| 2002 | 4dr Sedan 184-horsepower 2.5L I6 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Electrical and cooling system are a joke |
