Volvo V50 vs. BMW X5 Price Comparison
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For the Volvo V50 vs. BMW X5 price comparison, we have first equipped the cars with selected features. The specific options added are shown in the V50 vs. X5 Price Comparison table. If you want to know how much the V50 and X5 will cost with the features you specified, this is the table to check. In this case, the Volvo V50 T5 R-Design's price is $14,595 lower than the BMW X5 xDrive35i Premium's price |
TrueDelta Value Comparison: Volvo V50 vs. BMW X5
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Volvo V50 T5 R-Design | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: 14,595 | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: 12,692 | |||
| Model Year | 2010 | 2012 | 2012 |
| Model | V50 | X5 | X5 |
| Trim | T5 R-Design | xDrive35i Premium | xDrive35i Sport Activity |
| Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Engine | 227hp I5 | 300hp I6 | 300hp I6 |
| Transmission | T5 | T8 | T8 |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | AWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | 19/28 MPG | 16/23 MPG | 16/23 MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers | 160, 8 | 205, 10 | 205, 10 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 205/50-17 | 255/50-19 | 255/55-18 |
| Total Price | 40,650 | 59,495 | 61,995 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -4,250 | -4,350 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | 40,650 | 55,245 | 57,645 |
| Cost Above Minimum | 0 | 0 | 2,400 |
| Total Invoice | 38,337 | 54,955 | 57,255 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -3,926 | -4,017 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | 38,337 | 51,029 | 53,238 |
| Cost Above Minimum | 0 | 0 | 2,209 |
Invoice Comparison: Volvo V50 vs. BMW X5
Price Comparison (MSRP): Volvo V50 vs. BMW X5The 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 V50 T5 R-Design | |||
| Difference: 18,845 | |||
| Lowest Total Invoice: Volvo V50 T5 R-Design | |||
| Difference: 16,618 | |||
| Model Year | 2010 | 2012 | 2012 |
| Model | V50 | X5 | X5 |
| Trim | T5 R-Design | xDrive35i Premium | xDrive35i Sport Activity |
| Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Base Price | 33,050 | 55,200 | 57,700 |
| Base Invoice | 31,067 | 50,965 | 53,265 |
| Climate Package | 900 | ||
| Preferred Package | 1,250 | ||
| Xenon HID headlights | 800 | ||
| Navigation system | 1,800 | 1,900 | 1,900 |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 550 | ||
| Leather seating surfaces | 200 | ||
| 5-speed shiftable automatic | 1,250 | ||
| Compact spare tire | 150 | 150 | |
| Proximity key | 1,000 | 1,000 | |
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | 350 | 350 | |
| Climate Package | 0 | 0 | |
| Preferred Package | 0 | 0 | |
| Xenon HID headlights | 0 | 0 | |
| Navigation system | 1,730 | 1,730 | |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 0 | 0 | |
| Leather seating surfaces | 0 | 0 | |
| 5-speed shiftable automatic | 0 | 0 | |
| Compact spare tire | 135 | 135 | |
| Proximity key | 910 | 910 | |
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | 320 | 320 | |
| Total options | 6,750 | 3,400 | 3,400 |
| Total options | 6,420 | 3,095 | 3,095 |
| Destination | 850 | 895 | 895 |
| Total Price | 40,650 | 59,495 | 61,995 |
| Total Invoice | 38,337 | 54,955 | 57,255 |
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 Volvo V50
| Price of the Volvo V50: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 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 V50: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 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. |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Price of the the BMW X5
| Price of the BMW X5: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2010 | 4dr 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. |
| 2008 | 4dr 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! |
| 2007 | 4dr SUV 260-horsepower 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD | Overpriced relative to USA prices |
| 2006 | 4dr 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. |
| 2004 | 4dr SUV 225-horsepower 3.0L I6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD | These can be pricey. |
| 2002 | 4dr SUV 282-horsepower 4.4L V8 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD | New price is enormous. 50,000+ I paid 15,000 |
Features Comparison: Volvo V50 vs. BMW X5
| Model Year | 2010 | 2012 | 2012 |
| Model | V50 | X5 | X5 |
| Trim | T5 R-Design | xDrive35i Premium | xDrive35i Sport Activity |
| Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | |||
| 5-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1000 | ||
| 8-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1300 | $1300 | |
| AWD | $1700 | $1700 | $1700 |
| Accessories | |||
| Power liftgate | $350 | $350 | |
| Regenerative braking | $0 | $0 | |
| Remote app | $25 | $25 | |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | ||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | $350 | $350 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | |||
| Hill descent control | $250 | $250 | |
| Obstacle detection, front | $200 | $200 | |
| Obstacle detection, rear | $300 | $300 | |
| Rollover sensor | $100 | $100 | |
| Tires, run-flat | $150 | $150 | |
| Cargo Management | |||
| Liftglass or two-piece tailgate | $150 | $150 | |
| Climate Control and Infotainment | |||
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | $25 | |
| CD changer, in-dash | $325 | ||
| CD player | $125 | $125 | |
| Heated windshield washer nozzles | $15 | $15 | |
| Media drive, large | $100 | $100 | |
| Rear air vents | $100 | $100 | |
| Residual heat | $50 | $50 | |
| Satellite radio | $200 | ||
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | $250 | $250 | |
| SMS text-to-speech reader | $50 | $50 | |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | $350 | $350 | |
| Traffic + travel information | $50 | $50 | |
| Traffic information | $50 | ||
| Voice control for external devices | $50 | $50 | |
| Voice control for nav and audio | $100 | $100 | |
| Exterior | |||
| Body kit | $350 | ||
| Body kit (gray/black) | $250 | $250 | |
| Deep-tinted rear windows | $275 | $275 | |
| Panoramic sunroof | $1200 | $1200 | |
| Rear bumper protector | $40 | ||
| Sunroof | $900 | ||
| Wheel-lip moldings | $75 | $75 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | |||
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | $75 | $75 | |
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | $75 | $75 | |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | $150 | $150 | |
| Automatic headlights | $125 | $125 | |
| Automatic-off headlights | $25 | ||
| Compass | $25 | ||
| Cornering lights | $25 | $25 | |
| Fog light, rear | $100 | ||
| Headlight washers | $50 | ||
| Interior ambient lighting | $150 | $150 | |
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | $25 | $25 | |
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | $50 | |
| Powertrain | |||
| Raised top speed limiter | $0 | ||
| Seats and Interior Trim | |||
| Aluminum trim | $100 | ||
| Door sill trim plates | $100 | ||
| Folding passenger seat | $150 | ||
| Manual fore-aft adjuster, second row seats | $75 | $75 | |
| Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $50 | ||
| Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | ||
| Manual recliner, second row seats | $75 | $75 | |
| Manual thigh support adjuster, driver seat | $50 | ||
| Manual thigh support adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | ||
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $150 | $150 | |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $150 | $150 | |
| Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat | $50 | $50 | |
| Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | |
| Upholstered door panels, leather | $250 | $250 | |
| Wood trim | $300 | $300 | |
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | |||
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | ||
| Total Value of Features | $5,465 | $9,715 | $9,815 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $4,250 | $4,350 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | -3,926 | -4,017 |
Specifications Comparison: Volvo V50 vs. BMW X5
| Model Year | 2010 | 2012 |
| Model | V50 | X5 |
| Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr SUV |
| Wheelbase | 103.9 in | 115.5 in |
| Length | 178.0 in | 191.2 in |
| Width | 69.7 in | 76.1 in |
| Height | 57.4 in | 69.9 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,543 lb. | 4,960 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 15.9 gal. | 22.5 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 38.9 in | 39.3 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 55.2 in | 60.0 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 53.7 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 41.6 in | 40.0 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 38.1 in | 39.0 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 54.1 in | 58.0 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 50.7 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 34.4 in | 36.6 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 12.8 ft3 | 7.1 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 12.8 | 21.9 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 44.2 ft3 | 61.8 ft3 |
Option Package Details
T5 R-Design
| Climate Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Heated front seats | 300 | Yes |
| Rain-sensing wipers | 100 | Yes |
| Headlight washers | 50 | No |
| Automatic air recirculation | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 500 | 91% |
| Total Not Requested | 50 | 9% |
| Preferred Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Sunroof | 900 | Yes |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | Yes |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1600 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
Option Package Details
xDrive35i Premium
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | No |
| Media hard drive | 100 | No |
| Traffic + travel information | 50 | No |
| Total Requested | 600 | 71% |
| Total Not Requested | 250 | 29% |
Option Package Details
xDrive35i Sport Activity
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | No |
| Media hard drive | 100 | No |
| Traffic + travel information | 50 | No |
| Total Requested | 600 | 71% |
| Total Not Requested | 250 | 29% |
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What Our Members Are Saying about Volvo V50 Materials and Workmanship
| Available Features of the Volvo V50: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2006 | 4dr Sedan 168-horsepower 2.4L I5 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
very well made compares to the 3 series BMW that I traded in. |
| 2006 | 4dr Wagon turbocharged 218hp 2.5L I5 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Very solid feeling, everything well put together. |
| Materials and Workmanship of the Volvo V50: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2006 | 4dr Wagon 168-horsepower 2.4L I5 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Cheap glove box door and locking mechanism. Lots of shortcuts on the interior materials including the headliner and seat parts. |
| 2005 | 4dr Wagon turbocharged 134hp 2.0L I4 Diesel 6-speed manual FWD |
Good materials, but not always flawlessly put together. |
What Our Members Are Saying about BMW X5 Materials and Workmanship
| Available Features of the BMW X5: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 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 | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV 260-horsepower 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Poor fit & finish, orange peel in paint |
