Volvo S40 vs. Volkswagen Passat Price Comparison
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For the Volvo S40 vs. Volkswagen Passat price comparison, we have first equipped the cars with selected features. The specific options added are shown in the S40 vs. Passat Price Comparison table. If you want to know how much the S40 and Passat will cost with the features you specified, this is the table to check. In this case, the Volkswagen Passat V6 SEL Premium's price is $2,055 lower than the Volvo S40 T5 R-Design's price |
TrueDelta Value Comparison: Volvo S40 vs. Volkswagen Passat
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Volkswagen Passat V6 SEL Premium | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: 2,055 | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: 1,430 | ||
| Model Year | 2010 | 2012 |
| Model | S40 | Passat |
| Trim | T5 R-Design | V6 SEL Premium |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | 227hp I5 | 280hp V6 |
| Transmission | T5 | S6 |
| Drivetrain | AWD | FWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | 19/28 MPG | 20/28 MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers | 160, 8 | 400, 9 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 205/50-17 | 235/45-18 |
| Total Price | 38,150 | 34,095 |
| Adjustments for Features | -2,000 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | 36,150 | 34,095 |
| Total Invoice | 35,987 | 32,670 |
| Adjustments for Features | -1,887 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | 34,100 | 32,670 |
Invoice Comparison: Volvo S40 vs. Volkswagen Passat
Price Comparison (MSRP): Volvo S40 vs. Volkswagen PassatThe 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: Volkswagen Passat V6 SEL Premium | ||
| Difference: 4,055 | ||
| Lowest Total Invoice: Volkswagen Passat V6 SEL Premium | ||
| Difference: 3,317 | ||
| Model Year | 2010 | 2012 |
| Model | S40 | Passat |
| Trim | T5 R-Design | V6 SEL Premium |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Price | 31,150 | 32,950 |
| Base Invoice | 29,281 | 31,600 |
| Preferred Package | 1,250 | |
| Climate Package | 900 | |
| Navigation system | 1,800 | |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 550 | |
| Leather seating surfaces | 200 | |
| AWD | 1,450 | |
| Rear spoiler | 375 | |
| Preferred Package | 0 | |
| Climate Package | 0 | |
| Navigation system | 0 | |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 0 | |
| Leather seating surfaces | 0 | |
| AWD | 0 | |
| Rear spoiler | 300 | |
| Total options | 6,150 | 375 |
| Total options | 5,856 | 300 |
| Destination | 850 | 770 |
| Total Price | 38,150 | 34,095 |
| Total Invoice | 35,987 | 32,670 |
Features Comparison: Volvo S40 vs. Volkswagen Passat
| Model Year | 2010 | 2012 |
| Model | S40 | Passat |
| Trim | T5 R-Design | V6 SEL Premium |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||
| 5-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1000 | |
| 6-speed automated manual | $1100 | |
| AWD | $1700 | |
| FWD | $0 | |
| Accessories | ||
| Remote start | $150 | |
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | |
| Universal garage door opener | $100 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||
| Front seat active head restraints | $50 | |
| Cargo Management | ||
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | |
| Climate Control and Infotainment | ||
| Automatic air recirculation | $100 | |
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | |
| CD changer, in-dash | $325 | |
| CD player | $125 | |
| DVD-compatible player | $0 | |
| Heated windshield washer nozzles | $15 | |
| Media drive, large | $100 | |
| Rain-sensing wipers | $175 | |
| SD Card slot | $25 | |
| Variable intermittent wipers | $75 | |
| Voice control for nav and audio | $100 | |
| Exterior | ||
| Body kit | $350 | |
| Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) | $50 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||
| Analog clock | $25 | |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | $150 | |
| Automatic headlights | $125 | |
| Automatic-off headlights | $25 | |
| Compass | $25 | |
| Cornering lights | $25 | |
| Fog light, rear | $100 | |
| Headlight washers | $50 | |
| Interior ambient lighting | $150 | |
| Powertrain | ||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||
| Aluminum trim | $100 | |
| Door sill trim plates | $100 | |
| Folding passenger seat | $150 | |
| Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $50 | |
| Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | |
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $100 | |
| Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Power tilt adjuster, driver seat | $100 | |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Suede-like inserts in leather seats | $0 | |
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | |
| Total Value of Features | $4,615 | $2,615 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $2,000 | $0 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -1,887 | 0 |
Specifications Comparison: Volvo S40 vs. Volkswagen Passat
| Model Year | 2010 | 2012 |
| Model | S40 | Passat |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Wheelbase | 103.9 in | 110.4 in |
| Length | 176.2 in | 191.6 in |
| Width | 69.7 in | 72.2 in |
| Height | 57.2 in | 58.5 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,495 lb. | 3,446 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 15.9 gal. | 18.5 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 38.9 in | 38.3 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 55.2 in | 56.9 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 53.7 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 41.6 in | 42.4 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 37.2 in | 37.8 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 54.1 in | 57.0 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 50.7 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 34.4 in | 39.1 in |
| Cargo Volume | 14.3 ft3 | 15.9 ft3 |
Option Package Details
T5 R-Design
| 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 | No |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1500 | 94% |
| Total Not Requested | 100 | 6% |
| Climate Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Heated front seats | 300 | Yes |
| Rain-sensing wipers | 100 | No |
| Headlight washers | 50 | No |
| Automatic air recirculation | 100 | No |
| Total Requested | 300 | 55% |
| Total Not Requested | 250 | 45% |
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What Our Members Are Saying about the Price of the Volvo S40
| Price of the Volvo S40: 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 S40: 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 Volkswagen Passat
| Price of the Volkswagen Passat: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2008 | 4dr Wagon turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
You get a full size class interior and quality materials at a reasonable (for european vehicle) price. |
| 2007 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
You get(LUXE) MUCH more for the same as a base A4. VW also has incentives rarely matched. |
| 2007 | 4dr Wagon turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Found price to be $3000 to $4000 less than comparable wagon with comparable room. |
| 2007 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
lease payments are low |
| 2007 | 4dr Wagon 280-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
optimal price/features ratio |
| 2002 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 170hp 1.8L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
This car was three years old. It was near the cutoff mileage where VW’s CPO would not cover the car. And it was priced to sell at 3K less than similar cars on the lot. If it had not sold that week it would have been sent to auction. |
| Price of the Volkswagen Passat: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2009 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 140hp 2.0L I4 Diesel 6-speed manual FWD |
too expensive |
| 2008 | 4dr Wagon turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Passat is a little more expensive than other cars. |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
My turbo four cost $26,000 with just rear side air bags, heated seats and floor mats as options. About $3500 over a similar Camry and Honda four. |
| 2007 | 4dr Wagon turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
Price is higher than a comparable Japanese car like an Accord or Camry, although the Passat does pack way more features and the base Passat is much better equipped than the base Accord or Camry. |
| 2006 | 4dr Sedan 280-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
4 motion is very $$$ |
| 2005 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 170hp 1.8L I4 5-speed manual AWD |
Price a little on the high side becasue dealer does not compete in the Canadian market, it was sort of buy it or leave it. No incentaives like the US. |
| 2004 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 170hp 1.8L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
so many options that add to sticker price |
| 2004 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 170hp 1.8L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Passats just got too expensive for the common folk Handling was good but everything else was a joke. |
| 2003 | 4dr Sedan 190-horsepower 2.8L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
The Passat is more expensive than other cars when new but you are paying for quality. |
