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Acura RL vs. Volkswagen Golf / GTI Price Comparison (MSRP)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.
Models in short supply often sell at or even above these prices.
Acura RL vs. Volkswagen Golf / GTI Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $30,595 Volkswagen Golf / GTI GTI | ||
| Difference: $20,465 | ||
Lowest Total Invoice: $29,403 Volkswagen Golf / GTI GTI | ||
| Difference: $16,537 | ||
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| Model Year | 2009 | 2011 |
| Model | RL | Golf / GTI |
| Trim | Base | GTI |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Hatch |
| Base Price | $46,680 | $24,295 |
| Base Invoice | $41,935 | $23,323 |
| Technology Package | 3,620 | |
| Autobahn Package | 5,530 | |
| Technology Package | 3,245 | |
| Autobahn Package | 5,310 | |
| Options (change) | 3,620 | 5,530 |
| Options (change) | 3,245 | 5,310 |
| Destination | 760 | 770 |
| Total Price | $51,060 | $30,595 |
| Total Invoice | $45,940 | $29,403 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Acura RL vs. Volkswagen Golf / GTI
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Volkswagen Golf / GTI GTI | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $15,100 | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $11,710 | ||
| Model Year | 2009 | 2011 |
| Model | RL | Golf / GTI |
| Trim | Base | GTI |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Hatch |
| Engine | 300hp V6 | 200hp I4 |
| Transmission | T5 | M6 |
| Drivetrain | AWD | FWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 260, 10 | 300, 8 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 245/45-18 | 225/40-18 |
| Total Price | $51,060 | $30,595 |
| Adjustments for Features | -5,365 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $45,695 | $30,595 |
| Total Invoice | $45,940 | $29,403 |
| Adjustments for Features | -4,827 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $41,113 | $29,403 |
Features Comparison: Acura RL vs. Volkswagen Golf / GTI
| Model Year | 2009 | 2011 |
| Model | RL | Golf / GTI |
| Trim | Base | GTI |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Hatch |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||
| 5-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1000 | |
| 6-speed manual | $150 | |
| AWD | $1700 | |
| FWD | $0 | |
| Accessories | ||
| Active noise reduction | $0 | |
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | |
| Sunshade, rear, power | $225 | |
| Sunshades, second row | $125 | |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | $350 | |
| Universal garage door opener | $100 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||
| Full-size spare tire | $225 | |
| Rearview camera | $200 | |
| Temporary spare tire | $150 | |
| Cargo Management | ||
| Air-conditioned storage compartment | $50 | |
| Cargo cover | $75 | |
| Cargo net | $40 | |
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | |
| Climate Control | ||
| Automatic climate control, front | $200 | |
| Dual-zone climate control | $125 | |
| Heated windshield washer nozzles | $15 | |
| Rear wiper | $175 | |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Active rear differential | $500 | |
| Exterior | ||
| Bodyside moldings | $75 | |
| Rear spoiler | $200 | |
| Infotainment | ||
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | |
| CD changer, in-dash | $325 | |
| CD player | $125 | |
| DVD-Audio-compatible player | $0 | |
| HD radio | $50 | |
| iPod integration | $100 | |
| MP3-compatible player | $50 | |
| SD Card slot | $25 | |
| Surround sound | $250 | |
| Traffic + travel information | $25 | |
| USB port | $25 | |
| Voice control for nav and audio | $100 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | $150 | |
| Automatic headlights | $125 | |
| Compass | $0 | |
| Interior ambient lighting | $150 | |
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | $25 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||
| Aluminum trim | $100 | |
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | $300 | |
| Door sill trim plates | $100 | |
| Folding second row seats | $300 | |
| Leather door panel trim | $250 | |
| Leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | |
| Manual height adjuster, driver seat | $50 | |
| Manual height adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | |
| Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $50 | |
| Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | |
| Memory system, driver seat | $200 | |
| Metal pedals | $75 | |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat | $100 | |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Power height adjuster, driver seat | $100 | |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $100 | |
| Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Power tilt adjuster, driver seat | $100 | |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Power-folding headrests, second row seats | $50 | |
| Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | |
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | |
| Transmission | ||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | |
| Total Value of Features | $7,830 | $2,465 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $5,365 | $0 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -4,827 | 0 |
Specifications Comparison: Acura RL vs. Volkswagen Golf / GTI
| Model Year | 2009 | 2011 |
| Model | RL | Golf / GTI |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Hatch |
| Wheelbase | 110.2 in | 101.5 in |
| Length | 195.8 in | 165.4 in |
| Width | 72.7 in | 70.3 in |
| Height | 57.2 in | 58.3 in |
| Curb Weight | 4,084 lb. | 2,969 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 19.4 gal. | 14.5 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 38.5 in | 39.3 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 58.5 in | 54.7 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 55.1 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 42.4 in | 41.2 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 37.2 in | 38.5 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 56.1 in | 52.8 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 54.0 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 36.3 in | 35.5 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 13.1 ft3 | 15.0 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 13.1 | 46.0 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Acura RL
| Technology Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | 300 | No |
| Steering-linked headlights | 150 | Yes |
| Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel | 0 | No |
| Rearview camera | 200 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | No |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 750 | 55% |
| Total Not Requested | 625 | 45% |
Option Package Details
Volkswagen Golf / GTI GTI
| Autobahn Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| Dynaudio, 300W, 8 speakers | 350 | No |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Steering-linked headlights | 150 | Yes |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| HD radio | 50 | No |
| Audio controls on steering wheel | 125 | Yes |
| Sunroof | 900 | Yes |
| CD changer, in-dash | 200 | No |
| SD Card slot | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 3425 | 85% |
| Total Not Requested | 625 | 15% |
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