Volvo C30 vs. BMW 5-Series Price Comparison
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For the Volvo C30 vs. BMW 5-Series price comparison, we have first equipped the cars with selected features. The specific options added are shown in the C30 vs. 5-Series Price Comparison table. If you want to know how much the C30 and 5-Series will cost with the features you specified, this is the table to check. In this case, the Volvo C30 T5's price is $21,955 lower than the BMW 5-Series 535i's price |
TrueDelta Value Comparison: Volvo C30 vs. BMW 5-Series
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Volvo C30 T5 | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: 21,955 | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: 19,481 | |||
| Model Year | 2009 | 2009 | 2010 |
| Model | C30 | C30 | 5-Series |
| Trim | T5 | T5 R-Design | 535i |
| Body | 2dr Hatch | 2dr Hatch | 4dr Wagon |
| Engine | 227hp I5 | 227hp I5 | 300hp I6 |
| Transmission | T5 | T5 | T6 |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | AWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | 19/27 MPG | 19/27 MPG | 17/25 MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers | 160, 8 | 160, 8 | 200, 10 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 205/50-17 | 215/45-18 | 225/50-17 |
| Total Price | 37,390 | 37,665 | 65,120 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -100 | -5,775 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | 37,390 | 37,565 | 59,345 |
| Cost Above Minimum | 0 | 175 | 0 |
| Total Invoice | 35,271 | 35,530 | 60,080 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -94 | -5,328 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | 35,271 | 35,436 | 54,752 |
| Cost Above Minimum | 0 | 165 | 0 |
Invoice Comparison: Volvo C30 vs. BMW 5-Series
Price Comparison (MSRP): Volvo C30 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: Volvo C30 T5 | |||
| Difference: 27,730 | |||
| Lowest Total Invoice: Volvo C30 T5 | |||
| Difference: 24,809 | |||
| Model Year | 2009 | 2009 | 2010 |
| Model | C30 | C30 | 5-Series |
| Trim | T5 | T5 R-Design | 535i |
| Body | 2dr Hatch | 2dr Hatch | 4dr Wagon |
| Base Price | 23,800 | 25,950 | 55,950 |
| Base Invoice | 22,372 | 24,393 | 51,655 |
| Climate Package | 675 | 675 | |
| Power front seats | 900 | 900 | |
| Special order charge | 300 | 300 | |
| Navigation system | 2,205 | 2,205 | 1,900 |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 525 | 525 | |
| Cargo area partition net | 145 | 145 | |
| Cargo cover | 180 | 180 | |
| Center armrest(s), second row | 40 | 40 | |
| Wood trim | 150 | 150 | |
| Xenon HID headlights | 700 | 700 | |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | 295 | 295 | |
| Sunroof | 1,200 | 1,200 | |
| Trip computer | 100 | 100 | |
| Automatic air recirculation | 200 | 200 | |
| Automatic climate control, front | 250 | 250 | |
| Fog lights | 295 | ||
| Cruise control | 185 | ||
| Obstacle detection, rear | 400 | 400 | 750 |
| Proximity key | 450 | 450 | 1,000 |
| Leather seating surfaces | 1,200 | 200 | |
| Universal garage door opener | 225 | 225 | |
| Power-folding mirrors | 250 | 250 | |
| Compass | 250 | 250 | |
| Satellite radio | 395 | ||
| 5-speed shiftable automatic | 1,250 | 1,250 | |
| Value Package | 0 | ||
| Premium Package | 1,050 | ||
| Body kit | 1,600 | ||
| Sport Package (AWD) | 1,400 | ||
| 6-speed shiftable automatic | 0 | ||
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | 595 | ||
| Climate Package | 0 | ||
| Power front seats | 0 | ||
| Special order charge | 0 | ||
| Navigation system | 1,730 | ||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 0 | ||
| Cargo area partition net | 0 | ||
| Cargo cover | 0 | ||
| Center armrest(s), second row | 0 | ||
| Wood trim | 0 | ||
| Xenon HID headlights | 0 | ||
| Bluetooth cell phone link | 0 | ||
| Sunroof | 0 | ||
| Trip computer | 0 | ||
| Automatic air recirculation | 0 | ||
| Automatic climate control, front | 0 | ||
| Fog lights | 0 | ||
| Cruise control | 0 | ||
| Obstacle detection, rear | 685 | ||
| Proximity key | 910 | ||
| Leather seating surfaces | 0 | ||
| Universal garage door opener | 0 | ||
| Power-folding mirrors | 0 | ||
| Compass | 0 | ||
| Satellite radio | 0 | ||
| 5-speed shiftable automatic | 0 | ||
| Value Package | 0 | ||
| Premium Package | 955 | ||
| Body kit | 1,455 | ||
| Sport Package (AWD) | 1,275 | ||
| 6-speed shiftable automatic | 0 | ||
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | 540 | ||
| Total options | 12,765 | 10,890 | 8,295 |
| Total options | 12,074 | 10,312 | 7,550 |
| Destination | 825 | 825 | 875 |
| Total Price | 37,390 | 37,665 | 65,120 |
| Total Invoice | 35,271 | 35,530 | 60,080 |
While we strive for accuracy, the site is not error-free, and prices can change at any time.
Features Comparison: Volvo C30 vs. BMW 5-Series
| Model Year | 2009 | 2009 | 2010 |
| Model | C30 | C30 | 5-Series |
| Trim | T5 | T5 R-Design | 535i |
| Body | 2dr Hatch | 2dr Hatch | 4dr Wagon |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | |||
| 5-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1000 | $1000 | |
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | ||
| FWD | $0 | $0 | |
| AWD | $1700 | ||
| Accessories | |||
| Heated steering wheel | $100 | ||
| Power liftgate | $350 | ||
| Power rear side windows | $200 | ||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | $250 | |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | $350 | ||
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | |||
| Front seat active head restraints | $50 | $50 | |
| Obstacle detection, front | $200 | ||
| Cargo Management | |||
| Air-conditioned storage compartment | $50 | ||
| Cargo organizer | $100 | ||
| Liftglass or two-piece tailgate | $150 | ||
| Rear seat pass-through | $100 | ||
| Roof rails | $250 | ||
| Ski sack | $50 | ||
| Climate Control and Infotainment | |||
| MP3-compatible player | $50 | $50 | |
| Rear air vents with manual controls | $150 | ||
| Residual heat | $50 | ||
| Satellite radio | $200 | $200 | |
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | $250 | ||
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | $350 | ||
| Traffic + travel information | $50 | ||
| Traffic information | $50 | $50 | |
| Voice control for nav and audio | $100 | ||
| Exterior | |||
| Body kit | $350 | $350 | |
| Body kit (gray/black) | $250 | ||
| Panoramic sunroof | $1200 | ||
| Rear spoiler | $200 | $200 | |
| Sunroof | $900 | $900 | |
| Wheel-lip moldings | $75 | $75 | |
| 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 | |
| Interior ambient lighting | $150 | ||
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | $25 | ||
| Steering-linked headlights | $150 | ||
| Seats and Interior Trim | |||
| Door sill trim plates | $100 | ||
| Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $50 | $50 | |
| Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | |
| 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 | ||
| Power thigh support adjuster, driver seat | $100 | ||
| Power thigh support adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | ||
| Upholstered door panels, leather | $250 | ||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | |||
| Rear air springs, auto-leveling | $400 | ||
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | ||
| Total Value of Features | $3,400 | $3,500 | $9,175 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $100 | $5,775 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | -94 | -5,328 |
Specifications Comparison: Volvo C30 vs. BMW 5-Series
| Model Year | 2009 | 2010 |
| Model | C30 | 5-Series |
| Body | 2dr Hatch | 4dr Wagon |
| Wheelbase | 103.9 in | 113.6 in |
| Length | 167.4 in | 191.2 in |
| Width | 70.2 in | 72.7 in |
| Height | 57.0 in | 58.7 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,201 lb. | 4,122 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 15.9 gal. | 18.5 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 38.2 in | 37.6 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 53.6 in | 57.3 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 53.1 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 42.3 in | 41.5 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 36.4 in | 37.6 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 47.0 in | 57.2 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 41.5 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 33.9 in | 36.0 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 12.9 ft3 | 17.6 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 20.2 ft3 | 58.3 ft3 |
Option Package Details
T5
| Climate Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Heated | 300 | Yes |
| Rain-sensing wipers | 100 | Yes |
| Headlight washers | 50 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 450 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Power front seats | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Power recline, passenger | 100 | Yes |
| Power fore-aft, passenger | 100 | Yes |
| Memory system, passenger | 150 | No |
| Power height, passenger | 50 | Yes |
| Power tilt, passenger | 100 | Yes |
| Power fore-aft, driver | 100 | Yes |
| Power height, driver | 50 | Yes |
| Power tilt, driver | 100 | Yes |
| Power recline, driver | 100 | Yes |
| Memory system, driver | 200 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 900 | 86% |
| Total Not Requested | 150 | 14% |
Option Package Details
T5 R-Design
| Climate Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Heated | 300 | Yes |
| Rain-sensing wipers | 100 | Yes |
| Headlight washers | 50 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 450 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Power front seats | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Power recline, passenger | 100 | Yes |
| Power fore-aft, passenger | 100 | Yes |
| Memory system, passenger | 150 | No |
| Power height, passenger | 50 | Yes |
| Power tilt, passenger | 100 | Yes |
| Power fore-aft, driver | 100 | Yes |
| Power height, driver | 50 | Yes |
| Power tilt, driver | 100 | Yes |
| Power recline, driver | 100 | Yes |
| Memory system, driver | 200 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 900 | 86% |
| Total Not Requested | 150 | 14% |
Option Package Details
535i
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Compass | 25 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | No |
| HD radio | 100 | Yes |
| Traffic + travel information | 50 | No |
| Total Requested | 725 | 83% |
| Total Not Requested | 150 | 17% |
| Obstacle detection, rear | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 300 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, front | 200 | No |
| Total Requested | 300 | 60% |
| Total Not Requested | 200 | 40% |
| Value Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| iPod integration | 150 | Yes |
| Upholstered door panels, leather | 250 | No |
| Rear seat pass-through | 100 | No |
| Ski sack | 50 | No |
| Heated front seats | 300 | Yes |
| Heated steering wheel | 100 | No |
| Headlight washers | 50 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1400 | 74% |
| Total Not Requested | 500 | 26% |
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Power liftgate | 350 | No |
| 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 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | 75 | No |
| Upholstered door panels, leather | 250 | No |
| Total Requested | 1200 | 62% |
| Total Not Requested | 750 | 38% |
| Sport Package (AWD) | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Power thigh support adjuster, driver seat | 100 | No |
| Power thigh support adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Front sport buckets | 100 | No |
| Unique exterior trim | 0 | No |
| Total Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Total Not Requested | 300 | 100% |
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What Our Members Are Saying about the Price of the Volvo C30
| Price of the Volvo C30: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2008 | 2dr 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 | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2009 | 2dr Hatch turbocharged 227hp 2.5L I5 6-speed manual FWD |
It is expensive compared to similar vehicles. |
| 2008 | 2dr 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. |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Price of 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 |
