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Volvo C30 vs. BMW X5 Price Comparison

Volvo C30 vs BMW X5 Price Comparison:
Volvo C30 vs BMW X5 Price Comparison:

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For the Volvo C30 vs. BMW X5 price comparison, we have first equipped the cars with selected features. The specific options added are shown in the C30 vs. X5 Price Comparison table. If you want to know how much the C30 and X5 will cost with the features you specified, this is the table to check. In this case, the Volvo C30 Version 1.0's price is $24,388 lower than the BMW X5 xDrive50i's price

Each car includes features you didn't request, and that aren't included on the other car. In the C30 vs. X5 Features Comparison table we've tallied these features up and assigned monetary values to them using the site's default values. For example, compared to the Volvo C30 Version 1.0, the BMW X5 xDrive50i includes additional features worth $6665. The TrueDelta Value Comparison figures include adjustments for most differences in feature content. However, they do not include advertising fees, factory-to-dealer incentives, or differences in engines, tires, seat configurations, and audio systems. Exceptions: They do include values for third-row seats and media players. Additional notes

0 In this case, despite a $6665 adjustment for the BMW X5 xDrive50i's additional features, the Volvo C30 Version 1.0 is $24,388 less than the Volvo C30 Version 1.0.

TrueDelta Value Comparison: Volvo C30 vs. BMW X5

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Volvo C30 Version 1.0
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: 24,388
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: 22,668
Model Year200820082012
ModelC30C30X5
TrimVersion 1.0Version 2.0xDrive50i
Body2dr Hatch2dr Hatch4dr SUV
Engine227hp I5227hp I5400hp V8
TransmissionT5T5T8
DrivetrainFWDFWDAWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)19/27 MPG19/27 MPG14/20 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers160, 8650, 10205, 10
Tire (rear if not all the same)205/50-17215/45-18255/55-18
Total Price35,54237,79766,595
Adjustments for Features0-350-6,665
Feature-Adjusted Total Price35,54237,44759,930
Cost Above Minimum01,9050
Total Invoice32,68134,84061,505
Adjustments for Features0-323-6,156
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice32,68134,51755,349
Cost Above Minimum01,8360

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Invoice Comparison: Volvo C30 vs. BMW X5

Price Comparison (MSRP): Volvo C30 vs. BMW X5

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.

Lowest Total Price: Volvo C30 Version 1.0
Difference: 31,053
Lowest Total Invoice: Volvo C30 Version 1.0
Difference: 28,824
Model Year200820082012
ModelC30C30X5
TrimVersion 1.0Version 2.0xDrive50i
Body2dr Hatch2dr Hatch4dr SUV
Base Price22,95025,70064,200
Base Invoice21,57324,15859,245
Navigation system2,2052,205 
Special order charge300300 
Power front seats900900 
Climate Package412412 
5-speed shiftable automatic1,2501,250 
Satellite radio295  
Sunroof1,2001,200 
Proximity key4504501,000
Center armrest(s), second row4040 
Rear spoiler200  
Cargo cover180180 
Automatic air recirculation200200 
Automatic climate control, front250250 
Cruise control185185 
Xenon HID headlights700700 
Trip computer100100 
Leather seating surfaces1,2001,200 
Power-folding mirrors250250 
Obstacle detection, rear400400 
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150150 
Fog lights295295 
Wood trim210210 
Metallic paint (extra cost)475475 
Compact spare tire  150
Satellite radio - one year subscription  350
Navigation system  0
Special order charge  0
Power front seats  0
Climate Package  0
5-speed shiftable automatic  0
Satellite radio  0
Sunroof  0
Proximity key  910
Center armrest(s), second row  0
Rear spoiler  0
Cargo cover  0
Automatic air recirculation  0
Automatic climate control, front  0
Cruise control  0
Xenon HID headlights  0
Trip computer  0
Leather seating surfaces  0
Power-folding mirrors  0
Obstacle detection, rear  0
Auto-dimming rearview mirror  0
Fog lights  0
Wood trim  0
Metallic paint (extra cost)  0
Compact spare tire  135
Satellite radio - one year subscription  320
Total options11,84711,3521,500
Total options10,3639,9371,365
Destination745745895
Total Price35,54237,79766,595
Total Invoice32,68134,84061,505

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Price of the the Volvo C30

Price of the Volvo C30: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
20082dr Hatch turbocharged 227hp 2.5L I5
6-speed manual FWD		Watch out for the options, but if you just want a fun and unique car to drive, a base model will cost you a little over 20K.
Price of the Volvo C30: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
20092dr Hatch turbocharged 227hp 2.5L I5
6-speed manual FWD		It is expensive compared to similar vehicles.
20082dr Hatch turbocharged 227hp 2.5L I5
5-speed shiftable automatic FWD		The price is a little on the high side for a car of this caliber.

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Price of the the BMW X5

Price of the BMW X5: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
20104dr SUV turbocharged 265hp 3.0L I6 Diesel
6-speed shiftable automatic AWD		BMW cost higher than other brand in the same class, except Porsche and Land Rover.
20084dr SUV 260-horsepower 3.0L I6
6-speed shiftable automatic AWD		It was very hard to find one close to or under invoice. But the vehicle does retain a lot of residual value. I had to do a lot of research to find one at a decent price...but I did!
20074dr SUV 260-horsepower 3.0L I6
6-speed shiftable automatic AWD		Overpriced relative to USA prices
20064dr SUV 315-horsepower 4.4L V8
6-speed shiftable automatic AWD		I feel that the certified pre owned program from BMW adds much too high a cost to the vehicle. However, wife wanted from dealership, so we had to get from there.
20044dr SUV 225-horsepower 3.0L I6
5-speed shiftable automatic AWD		These can be pricey.
20024dr SUV 282-horsepower 4.4L V8
5-speed shiftable automatic AWD		New price is enormous. 50,000+ I paid 15,000

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Features Comparison: Volvo C30 vs. BMW X5

Model Year200820082012
ModelC30C30X5
TrimVersion 1.0Version 2.0xDrive50i
Body2dr Hatch2dr Hatch4dr SUV
Transmission and Drivetrain 
5-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1000$1000 
8-speed manually-shiftable automatic  $1300
FWD$0$0 
AWD  $1700
Accessories 
Power liftgate  $350
Power rear side windows  $200
Regenerative braking  $0
Remote app  $25
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual$250$250 
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power  $350
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Hill descent control  $250
Obstacle detection, front  $200
Rollover sensor  $100
Tires, run-flat  $150
Cargo Management 
Liftglass or two-piece tailgate  $150
Roof rails  $250
Climate Control and Infotainment 
Bluetooth audio streaming  $25
Bluetooth cell phone link  $100
HD radio  $100
Heated windshield washer nozzles  $15
iPod integration  $150
Media drive, large  $100
Rear air vents  $100
Residual heat  $50
Satellite radio$200$200 
Satellite radio - one year subscription  $250
SMS text-to-speech reader  $50
Surround sound $250 
Telematics service, such as OnStar  $350
Traffic + travel information  $50
Traffic information$50$50 
Voice control for external devices  $50
Voice control for nav and audio  $100
Exterior 
Body kit $350 
Body kit (gray/black)$250 $250
Bodyside moldings  $75
Deep-tinted rear windows  $275
Panoramic sunroof  $1200
Sunroof$900$900 
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror  $75
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror  $75
Automatic headlights  $125
Automatic-off headlights$25$25 
Cornering lights  $25
Fog light, rear$100$100 
Headlight washers$50$50 
Interior ambient lighting  $150
Mirror tilt-down in reverse  $25
Steering-linked headlights  $150
Seats and Interior Trim 
Manual fore-aft adjuster, second row seats  $75
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat$50$50 
Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat$50$50 
Manual recliner, second row seats  $75
Memory system, passenger seat$150$150 
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat  $150
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat  $150
Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat  $50
Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat  $50
Upholstered door panels, leather  $250
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Sport suspension (upgrade) $0 
Total Value of Features$3,075$3,425$9,740
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$350$6,665
Value of Feature Adjustments0-323-6,156

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Specifications Comparison: Volvo C30 vs. BMW X5

Model Year20082012
ModelC30X5
Body2dr Hatch4dr SUV
Wheelbase103.9 in115.5 in
Length167.4 in191.2 in
Width70.2 in76.1 in
Height57.0 in69.9 in
Curb Weight3,201 lb.5,291 lb.
Fuel Capacity15.9 gal.22.5 gal.
Row 1 Headroom38.2 in39.3 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room53.6 in60.0 in
Row 1 Hip Room53.1 in0.0 in
Row 1 Legroom42.3 in40.0 in
Row 2 Headroom36.4 in39.0 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room47.0 in58.0 in
Row 2 Hip Room41.5 in0.0 in
Row 2 Legroom33.9 in36.6 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum		12.9 ft37.1 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Behind R2		12.921.9 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum		20.2 ft361.8 ft3

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Option Package Details
Version 1.0

Power front seats
FeatureValueRequested?
Power recline, passenger100Yes
Power fore-aft, passenger100Yes
Memory system, passenger150No
Power height, passenger50Yes
Power tilt, passenger100Yes
Memory system, driver200Yes
Power fore-aft, driver100Yes
Power height, driver50Yes
Power tilt, driver100Yes
Power recline, driver100Yes
Total Requested90086%
Total Not Requested15014%
Climate Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Heated300Yes
Rain-sensing wipers100Yes
Headlight washers50No
Total Requested40089%
Total Not Requested5011%

Option Package Details
Version 2.0

Power front seats
FeatureValueRequested?
Power recline, passenger100Yes
Power fore-aft, passenger100Yes
Memory system, passenger150No
Power height, passenger50Yes
Power tilt, passenger100Yes
Memory system, driver200Yes
Power fore-aft, driver100Yes
Power height, driver50Yes
Power tilt, driver100Yes
Power recline, driver100Yes
Total Requested90086%
Total Not Requested15014%
Climate Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Heated300Yes
Rain-sensing wipers100Yes
Headlight washers50No
Total Requested40089%
Total Not Requested5011%

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What Our Members Are Saying about Volvo C30 Materials and Workmanship

Available Features of the Volvo C30: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2009 2dr Hatch turbocharged 227hp 2.5L I5
6-speed manual FWD		 Nothing looks or feels cheap. Paint on the plastic and metal match perfectly. Joints are tight and consistant. Welds are very consistant. Materials feel thick and substantial.
2009 2dr Hatch turbocharged 227hp 2.5L I5
5-speed shiftable automatic FWD		 The fit and finish (materials, tolerances, etc.) are far superior to other hatches I test drove. The seat materials and comfort are amazing. Great upholstery for base option.
2008 2dr Hatch turbocharged 227hp 2.5L I5
6-speed manual FWD		 The large doors feel really solid for example. The interior seems to be made of high quality materials. Nothing feels cheap in this car.

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What Our Members Are Saying about BMW X5 Materials and Workmanship

Available Features of the BMW X5: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2008 4dr SUV 260-horsepower 3.0L I6
6-speed shiftable automatic AWD		 The overall quality is great. Everything is in place, is well finished, and fits. Also, everything works as advertised. I read a few complaints concerning the iDrive but after an hour or so of instruction, it is easily mastered.
2004 4dr SUV 225-horsepower 3.0L I6
5-speed shiftable automatic AWD		 quality materials. clean exterior lines. clean interior features.
2004 4dr SUV 225-horsepower 3.0L I6
5-speed shiftable automatic AWD		 Interior fit and trim is tasteful and well done, seats are comfortable, nothing rattles.
Materials and Workmanship of the BMW X5: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2008 4dr SUV 260-horsepower 3.0L I6
6-speed shiftable automatic AWD		 Poor fit & finish, orange peel in paint

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