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Volvo S40 vs. BMW Z4 Price Comparison

Volvo S40 vs BMW Z4 Price Comparison:
Volvo S40 vs BMW Z4 Price Comparison:

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Summary

For the Volvo S40 vs. BMW Z4 price comparison, we have first equipped the cars with selected features. The specific options added are shown in the S40 vs. Z4 Price Comparison table. If you want to know how much the S40 and Z4 will cost with the features you specified, this is the table to check. In this case, the Volvo S40 T5 R-Design's price is $17,620 lower than the BMW Z4 sDrive28i's price

Each car includes features you didn't request, and that aren't included on the other car. In the S40 vs. Z4 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 S40 T5 R-Design, the BMW Z4 sDrive28i includes additional features worth $895. 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 $895 adjustment for the BMW Z4 sDrive28i's additional features, the Volvo S40 T5 R-Design is $17,620 less than the Volvo S40 T5 R-Design.

TrueDelta Value Comparison: Volvo S40 vs. BMW Z4

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Volvo S40 T5 R-Design
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: 17,620
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: 15,538
Model Year20092012
ModelS40Z4
TrimT5 R-DesignsDrive28i
Body4dr Sedan2dr Hardtop conv.
Engine227hp I5240hp I4
TransmissionT5T8
DrivetrainAWDRWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)18/26 MPG24/33 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers160, 8?, 10
Tire (rear if not all the same)205/50-17225/45-17
Total Price39,48057,995
Adjustments for Features0-895
Feature-Adjusted Total Price39,48057,100
Total Invoice37,16153,525
Adjustments for Features0-826
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice37,16152,699

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Invoice Comparison: Volvo S40 vs. BMW Z4

Price Comparison (MSRP): Volvo S40 vs. BMW Z4

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 S40 T5 R-Design
Difference: 18,515
Lowest Total Invoice: Volvo S40 T5 R-Design
Difference: 16,364
Model Year20092012
ModelS40Z4
TrimT5 R-DesignsDrive28i
Body4dr Sedan2dr Hardtop conv.
Base Price32,35048,650
Base Invoice30,40944,940
Climate Package675 
Xenon HID headlights800 
Navigation system2,205 
Metallic paint (extra cost)525550
Proximity key450500
Leather seating surfaces200 
AWD1,450 
Premium Package 3,300
Navigation system  2,150
Satellite radio - one year subscription 350
CD changer, remote 600
8-speed shiftable automatic 0
Aluminum trim 500
Heated front seats 500
Climate Package 0
Xenon HID headlights 0
Navigation system 0
Metallic paint (extra cost) 500
Proximity key 455
Leather seating surfaces 0
AWD 0
Premium Package 3,005
Navigation system  1,955
Satellite radio - one year subscription 320
CD changer, remote 545
8-speed shiftable automatic 0
Aluminum trim 455
Heated front seats 455
Total options6,3058,450
Total options5,9277,690
Destination825895
Total Price39,48057,995
Total Invoice37,16153,525

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Features Comparison: Volvo S40 vs. BMW Z4

Model Year20092012
ModelS40Z4
TrimT5 R-DesignsDrive28i
Body4dr Sedan2dr Hardtop conv.
Transmission and Drivetrain 
5-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1000 
8-speed manually-shiftable automatic $1300
AWD$1700 
RWD $0
Accessories 
Electronic systems calibration selector $200
Power rear side windows$200 
Remote app $25
Remote window/roof operation$15 
Universal garage door opener $100
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Compact spare tire$75 
Front seat active head restraints$50 
Knee airbag, driver $100
Knee airbag, passenger $100
Roll bar $200
Side curtain airbags$350 
Tires, run-flat $150
Cargo Management 
Ski sack $50
Climate Control and Infotainment 
Automatic air recirculation $100
Bluetooth audio streaming $25
CD changer, in-dash$325 
CD changer, remote $200
CD player $125
Heated windshield washer nozzles $15
Media drive, large $100
Satellite radio$200 
Satellite radio - one year subscription $250
SMS text-to-speech reader $50
Telematics service, such as OnStar $350
Voice control for external devices $50
Voice control for nav and audio $100
Exterior 
Body kit$350 
Bodyside moldings$75 
Power retractable hardtop $2750
Rear spoiler$200 
Sunroof$900 
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror $75
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror $75
Automatic headlights $125
Automatic-off headlights$25 
Compass$25 
Fog light, rear$100 
Headlight washers$50 
Illuminated visor mirror, driver$50 
Illuminated visor mirror, passenger$50 
Interior ambient lighting $150
Trip computer$150 
Visor mirror, driver $10
Visor mirror, passenger $10
Powertrain 
Automatic start / stop $300
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row$50 
Door sill trim plates$100 
Folding passenger seat$150 
Folding second row seats$300 
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat$50 
Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat$50 
No leather in second row $-300
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat $150
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat $150
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat $100
Power height adjuster, passenger seat $100
Power recliner, passenger seat $100
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat $100
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Sport suspension (upgrade)$0 
Total Value of Features$6,590$7,485
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$895
Value of Feature Adjustments0-826

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Specifications Comparison: Volvo S40 vs. BMW Z4

Model Year20092012
ModelS40Z4
Body4dr Sedan2dr Hardtop conv.
Wheelbase103.9 in98.3 in
Length176.2 in166.9 in
Width69.7 in70.5 in
Height57.2 in50.8 in
Curb Weight3,495 lb.3,340 lb.
Fuel Capacity15.9 gal.14.5 gal.
Row 1 Headroom38.9 in39.1 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room55.2 in53.3 in
Row 1 Hip Room53.7 in0.0 in
Row 1 Legroom41.6 in42.2 in
Row 2 Headroom37.2 in0.0 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room54.1 in0.0 in
Row 2 Hip Room50.7 in0.0 in
Row 2 Legroom34.4 in0.0 in
Cargo Volume12.6 ft310.9 ft3

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Option Package Details
T5 R-Design

Climate Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Heated300Yes
Rain-sensing wipers100Yes
Headlight washers50No
Total Requested40089%
Total Not Requested5011%

Option Package Details
sDrive28i

Premium Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Automatic climate control, front200Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat150No
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat150No
Universal garage door opener100No
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror75No
Dual-zone climate control125Yes
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror75No
Automatic air recirculation100No
Interior ambient lighting150No
No leather in second row-300No
Memory system, driver seat200Yes
Power height adjuster, passenger seat50No
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat100No
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power height adjuster, driver seat50Yes
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power recliner, driver seat100Yes
Power recliner, passenger seat100No
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat100No
Total Requested192569%
Total Not Requested85031%
Navigation system
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100No
Traffic information50Yes
Media hard drive100No
Telematics service, such as OnStar350No
Text-to-speech reader50No
Bluetooth audio streaming25No
Remote app25No
Total Requested65050%
Total Not Requested65050%

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Price of the Volvo S40

Price of the Volvo S40: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2007 4dr Sedan 168-horsepower 2.4L I5
5-speed manual FWD		 We bought ours used with only 18k miles on it. It was about 50 percent off the MSRP of a new 2010. A friend was surprised that we paid about the same she did for her Hyundai.
2005 4dr Sedan 168-horsepower 2.4L I5
5-speed shiftable automatic FWD		 Price was reasonable and there were good discounts.
Price of the Volvo S40: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2007 4dr Wagon turbocharged 218hp 2.5L I5
5-speed shiftable automatic AWD		 Even with substantial discounts, the price is on the high side, and there is little support from Volvo for good finance deals or leases.
2006 4dr Wagon turbocharged 218hp 2.5L I5
5-speed shiftable automatic AWD		 Expensive vehicle...paying for the name.
2005 4dr Wagon turbocharged 218hp 2.5L I5
5-speed shiftable automatic FWD		 Volvos are pricey and they depreciate very fast. This is a good thing if you buy a three year old car, like I did. I feel like I got a good deal by buying used. I would never buy a new Volvo. Volvo pricing is a la cart, so every item costs extra.

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Price of the BMW Z4

Price of the BMW Z4: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2007 2dr Hatch 330-horsepower 3.2L I6
6-speed manual RWD		 Due to poor sales the local dealers were offering cars a dealer invoice
2003 2dr Convertible 225-horsepower 3.0L I6
6-speed manual RWD		 Its a great value used, not so much new.
Price of the BMW Z4: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2009 2dr Hardtop conv. 255-horsepower 3.0L I6
6-speed shiftable automatic RWD		 a bit expensive

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