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Volkswagen New Beetle vs.
Honda S2000
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Specifications Comparison | |||
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| Model Year | 2009 | 2009 | |
| Model | New Beetle | S2000 | |
| Body | 2dr Convertible | 2dr Convertible | |
| Wheelbase | 98.8 | 94.5 | |
| Length | 161.1 | 162.2 | |
| Width | 67.9 | 68.9 | |
| Height | 59.1 | 50.0 | |
| Fuel Capacity | 14.5 | 13.2 | |
| R1 Headroom | 40.7 | 34.6 | |
| R1 Shoulder Room | 52.8 | 50.7 | |
| R1 Hip Room | 49.8 | ||
| R1 Legroom | 39.4 | 44.3 | |
| R2 Headroom | 37.2 | ||
| R2 Shoulder Room | 42.1 | ||
| R2 Legroom | 31.5 | ||
| Cargo Volume | 5.0 | 5.0 | |
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Price Comparison (MSRP) : Volkswagen New Beetle vs. Honda S2000The 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. | |||
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| Model Year | 2009 | 2009 | 2009 |
| Model | New Beetle | S2000 | S2000 |
| Trim | 2.5L | Base | CR |
| Body | 2dr Convertible | 2dr Convertible | 2dr Convertible |
| Base Price | $25,590 | $34,795 | $36,795 |
| 225/45HR17 | $450 | ||
| A/C and audio | $1,000 | ||
| Total options | $450 | $0 | $1,000 |
| Destination | $650 | $670 | $670 |
| Gas Tax / Credit | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Net Price | $26,690 | $35,465 | $38,465 |
| Over MinimumThe difference between a trim and its model's lowest-priced trim. | $0 | $0 | $3,000 |
| Lowest Net Price | New Beetle 2.5L 2dr Convertible | ||
| Difference | $8,775 | ||
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Invoice Comparison : Volkswagen New Beetle vs. Honda S2000Dealer cost before holdback, bonuses, advertising fees, and such. Also before adjusting for remaining feature differences.Models that are not in demand can often be purchased at or a few hundred dollars over these prices. | |||
| Model Year | 2009 | 2009 | 2009 |
| Model | New Beetle | S2000 | S2000 |
| Trim | 2.5L | Base | CR |
| Body | 2dr Convertible | 2dr Convertible | 2dr Convertible |
| Base Invoice | $24,308 | ||
| 225/45HR17 | $398 | ||
| A/C and audio | |||
| Total options | $398 | ||
| Destination | $650 | ||
| Gas Tax / Credit | $0 | ||
| Net Invoice | $25,356 | ||
| Over MinimumThe difference between a trim and its model's lowest-priced trim. | $0 | ||
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Feature Comparison : Volkswagen New Beetle vs. Honda S2000Adjusts for unshared features -- values in parentheses These are features on some but not all of the displayed trim lines.In parentheses are the values assigned to these features by TrueDelta or, optionally, by you. | |||
| Model Year | 2009 | 2009 | 2009 |
| Model | New Beetle | S2000 | S2000 |
| Trim | 2.5L | Base | CR |
| Body | 2dr Convertible | 2dr Convertible | 2dr Convertible |
| Engine | 150hp I5 | 237hp I4 | 237hp I4 |
| Transmission | T6 ($1100) | M6 ($150) | M6 ($150) |
| Drivetrain | FWD ($0) | RWD ($0) | RWD ($0) |
| Tires (rear if not equal) | 225/45-17 | 245/40-17 | 245/40-17 |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | ?, 10 | ?, 8 | ?, 8 |
| Accessories | |||
| Power rear side windows ($200) | Standard | Not incl. | Not incl. |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual ($250) | Standard | Not incl. | Not incl. |
| Wind blocker, small ($100) | Not incl. | Standard | Standard |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | |||
| Auto-raising roll bars / headrests ($500) | Standard | Not incl. | Not incl. |
| Compact spare tire ($0) | Standard | Not incl. | Not incl. |
| Front seat active head restraints ($50) | Standard | Not incl. | Not incl. |
| Front side airbags ($350) | Standard | Not incl. | Not incl. |
| Cargo Management | |||
| Rear seat pass-through ($100) | Standard | Not incl. | Not incl. |
| Climate Control and Infotainment | |||
| Heated windshield washer nozzles ($15) | Standard | Not incl. | Not incl. |
| Intermittent wipers ($0) | Not incl. | Standard | Standard |
| MP3 player input jack ($100) | Standard | Not incl. | Not incl. |
| MP3-compatible player ($50) | Standard | Not incl. | Not incl. |
| Satellite radio ($200) | Standard | Not incl. | Not incl. |
| Variable intermittent wipers ($75) | Standard | Not incl. | Not incl. |
| Exterior | |||
| Chrome / polished exhaust tip(s) ($50) | Not incl. | Standard | Standard |
| Front splitter spoiler ($200) | Not incl. | Not incl. | Standard |
| Power convertible top ($750) | Not incl. | Standard | Not incl. |
| Removable hard top ($800) | Not incl. | Not incl. | Standard |
| Tall rear wing-type spoiler ($500) | Not incl. | Not incl. | Standard |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | |||
| Digital instruments ($150) | Not incl. | Standard | Standard |
| Heated mirrors ($25) | Standard | Not incl. | Not incl. |
| Illuminated visor mirror, driver ($50) | Standard | Not incl. | Not incl. |
| Illuminated visor mirror, passenger ($50) | Standard | Not incl. | Not incl. |
| Visor mirror, passenger ($10) | Not incl. | Standard | Standard |
| Xenon HID headlights ($500) | Not incl. | Standard | Standard |
| Powertrain | |||
| Limited-slip rear differential ($275) | Not incl. | Standard | Standard |
| Short-throw shifter (optional) ($0) | Not incl. | Not incl. | Standard |
| Seats and Interior Trim | |||
| Alloy pedals ($75) | Not incl. | Standard | Standard |
| Door sill trim plates ($100) | Not incl. | Standard | Standard |
| Heated first row ($300) | Standard | Not incl. | Not incl. |
| Leather seating surfaces ($900) | Not incl. | Standard | Not incl. |
| Manual height, driver first row ($50) | Standard | Not incl. | Not incl. |
| Manual height, passenger first row ($50) | Standard | Not incl. | Not incl. |
| No leather in second row (-$300) | Not incl. | Standard | Not incl. |
| Suede inserts in cloth seats ($0) | Not incl. | Not incl. | Standard |
| Vinyl upholstery ($0) | Standard | Not incl. | Not incl. |
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | |||
| Performance steering system ($0) | Not incl. | Not incl. | Standard |
| Sport suspension (upgrade) ($0) | Not incl. | Not incl. | Standard |
| Total Feature Adjustments The total value of the features listed for a trim, after subtracting the lowest total. | -$755 | -$0 | -$150 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison : Volkswagen New Beetle vs. Honda S2000These are the sticker and invoice prices after adjusting for feature differences, to provide an "apples to apples" comparison. | |||
| Model Year | 2009 | 2009 | 2009 |
| Model | New Beetle | S2000 | S2000 |
| Trim | 2.5L | Base | CR |
| Body | 2dr Convertible | 2dr Convertible | 2dr Convertible |
| Net Price (from Price table) | $26,690 | $35,465 | $38,465 |
| Adjustment (from Feature table) | -$755 | -$0 | -$150 |
| Feature-adjusted Net Price | $25,935 | $35,465 | $38,315 |
| Over MinimumThe difference between a trim and its model's lowest-priced trim. | $0 | $0 | $2,850 |
| Net Invoice (from Invoice table) | $25,356 | ||
| Invoice AdjustmentThe price adjustment multiplied by the ratio between the invoice and sticker prices. | -$717 | ||
| Feature-adjusted Net Invoice | $24,639 | ||
| Over MinimumThe difference between a trim and its model's lowest-priced trim. | $0 | ||
| Lowest Adjusted Price | New Beetle 2.5L 2dr Convertible | ||
| TrueDelta Price Difference | $9,530 | ||
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Notes
Prices are for 2008 models unless otherwise stated. While we strive for accuracy, the site is not error-free, and prices change frequently.
The "TrueDelta Value Comparison" figures optionally include rebates available to the general public in the Chicago area (e.g. they include bonuses from finance subsidiaries but not those for current owners or the military) and adjustments for most differences in feature content. However, they do not include advertising fees (often about $300 added to the invoice), factory-to-dealer incentives, or differences in engines, tires, seat configurations, and audio systems. Exceptions: They do include values for third-row seats ($300) and media players.
Usually the base prices, options, and packages you see here match those on the window stickers. However, in some cases these have been restructured to simplify the database and calculations. These modifictions have no impact on the "total" and "net" figures.
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