Audi R8 Audi R8 2015 Volkswagen Beetle Volkswagen Beetle 2013

We are 103,000+ car owners sharing real-world car information.

Join Us

Audi R8 vs. Volkswagen Beetle 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.

Audi R8 vs. Volkswagen Beetle Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $32,490

Volkswagen Beetle Turbo   
Difference: $104,010

Lowest Total Invoice: $31,142

Volkswagen Beetle Turbo   
Difference: $96,101

Calculate Payments

  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year2015201520152013
ModelR8R8R8Beetle
TrimV8V10CarbonTurbo
Body2dr Convertible2dr Convertible2dr Convertible2dr Convertible
Base Price $129,400 $166,100 $190,600 $27,795
Base Invoice $120,342 $154,473 $177,258 $26,683
Navigation system 2,100      
Metallic paint (extra cost) 650 650 650  
iPod integration 100 100 100  
Sound and Nav Package       3,400
Wind blocker       500
Navigation system 1,953      
Metallic paint (extra cost) 605 605 605  
iPod integration 93 93 93  
Sound and Nav Package       3,264
Wind blocker       400
Options (change) 2,850 750 750 3,900
Options (change) 2,651 698 698 3,664
Destination 1,250 1,250 1,250 795
Gas Tax 3,000 3,000 3,000 0
Total Price $136,500 $171,100 $195,600 $32,490
Total Invoice $127,243 $159,421 $182,206 $31,142

Return to top

While we strive for accuracy, the site is not error-free, and prices can change at any time.

Dealer Price Quotes

Want to find out how much dealers are willing to discount these cars?

Request free, no-obligation Audi R8 dealer quotes or Volkswagen Beetle dealer quotes from dealers using our car quote form.

The process is easy and takes just a minute or two. You'll receive price quotes from local approved dealers within 48 hours.

TrueDelta Value Comparison: Audi R8 vs. Volkswagen Beetle

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Volkswagen Beetle Turbo
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $100,235
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $92,582
Model Year2015201520152013
ModelR8R8R8Beetle
TrimV8V10CarbonTurbo
Body2dr Convertible2dr Convertible2dr Convertible2dr Convertible
Engine430hp V8525hp V10550hp V10200hp I4
TransmissionM6M6M6M6
DrivetrainAWDAWDAWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)140, 7465, 12465, 12400, 9
Tire (rear if not all the same)235/35-19235/35-19235/35-19235/45-18
Total Price$136,500$171,100$195,600$32,490
Adjustments for Features-3,775-4,925-9,3250
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$132,725$166,175$186,275$32,490
Cost Above Minimum$0$33,450$53,550$0
Total Invoice$127,243$159,421$182,206$31,142
Adjustments for Features-3,519-4,589-8,6860
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$123,724$154,832$173,520$31,142
Cost Above Minimum$0$31,108$49,796$0

Return to top

Features Comparison: Audi R8 vs. Volkswagen Beetle

Model Year2015201520152013
ModelR8R8R8Beetle
TrimV8V10CarbonTurbo
Body2dr Convertible2dr Convertible2dr Convertible2dr Convertible
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manual$150$150$150$150
AWD$1700$1700$1700 
FWD   $0
Accessories 
Power rear side windows   $200
Proximity key   $250
Universal garage door opener$100$100$100 
Wind blocker   $300
Wind blocker, small$100$100$100 
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats   $0
Ceramic brake rotors  $4000 
Knee airbag, driver$75$75$75 
Knee airbag, passenger$75$75$75 
Obstacle detection, front $150$150 
Obstacle detection, rear $250$250 
Rearview camera $200$200 
Side curtain airbags   $350
Temporary spare tire   $150
Cargo Management 
Cargo net$40$40$40 
Storage compartment under front seat(s) $50  
Climate Control 
Automatic climate control, front$200$200$200 
Heated windshield washer nozzles   $15
Rain-sensing wipers$175$175$175 
Variable intermittent wipers   $75
Engine / Motor 
Mid-engine configuration$0$0$0 
Exterior 
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)$25$25$25 
Bright-finished fuel door$100$100$100 
Carbon fiber body panels  $250 
Carbon fiber engine cover  $0 
Carbon fiber exterior trim (other)  $100 
Carbon fiber front splitter spoiler  $300 
Carbon fiber mirror housings  $100 
Rear spoiler   $200
Retractable rear spoiler$400$400$400 
Infotainment 
Aux input   $50
Bluetooth audio streaming   $25
DVD-Audio-compatible player$0$0$0 
Surround sound $250$250 
Traffic information$25$25$25 
Voice control for nav and audio$100$100$100 
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror$75$75$75 
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror$75$75$75 
Auto-dimming rearview mirror$150$150$150 
Automatic headlights$125$125$125 
Boost gauge   $75
Chronometer$100$100$100 
Compass$0$0$0 
Cornering lights   $50
Fog lights   $125
LED headlights$1000$1000$1000 
Power-folding mirrors$50$50$50 
Seats and Interior Trim 
Carbon fiber trim  $200 
Folding second row seats   $300
Leather door panel trim $250$250$250
Manual height adjuster, driver seat   $50
Manual height adjuster, passenger seat   $50
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat   $50
Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat   $50
No leather in second row$-300$-300$-300 
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat$150$150$150 
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat$150$150$150 
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat$100$100$100 
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat$100$100$100 
Power height adjuster, driver seat$100$100$100 
Power height adjuster, passenger seat$100$100$100 
Power recliner, driver seat$100$100$100 
Power recliner, passenger seat$100$100$100 
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat$100$100$100 
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat$100$100$100 
Synthetic suede inserts in leather seating surfaces$0 $0 
Upholstered instrument panel$300$300$300 
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Adaptive dampers - electrical$500$500  
Sport suspension (upgrade)  $0 
Touring suspension (upgrade)   $0
Transmission 
Launch control$100$100$100 
Total Value of Features$6,540$7,690$12,090$2,765
Value of Feature Adjustments$3,775$4,925$9,325$0
Value of Feature Adjustments-3,519-4,589-8,6860

Return to top

Specifications Comparison: Audi R8 vs. Volkswagen Beetle

Model Year20152013
ModelR8Beetle
Body2dr Convertible2dr Convertible
Wheelbase104.3 in100.0 in
Length174.4 in168.4 in
Width75.0 in71.2 in
Height49.0 in58.0 in
Curb Weight3,738 lb.3,163 lb.
Fuel Capacity21.1 gal.14.5 gal.
Row 1 Headroom37.5 in39.3 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room54.8 in55.3 in
Row 1 Legroom41.0 in41.3 in
Row 2 Headroom0.0 in37.6 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room0.0 in43.1 in
Row 2 Legroom0.0 in31.4 in
Cargo Volume3.5 ft37.1 ft3

Return to top

Option Package Details
Audi R8 V8

Navigation system
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
DVD-Audio-compatible player0No
Voice control for nav and audio100No
Traffic information25No
Total Requested60083%
Total Not Requested12517%

Option Package Details
Volkswagen Beetle Turbo

Sound and Nav Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Upholstered door panels, leather250Yes
Fender, 400W, 9 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Audio controls on steering wheel125Yes
CD changer, in-dash200No
Center armrest(s), front row75Yes
Satellite radio200Yes
Proximity key250No
HD radio50No
SD Card slot25Yes
Total Requested217572%
Total Not Requested85028%

Was this information useful?

We're glad we could help! Share this page:

We're so sorry! Tell us how we can improve it.

See TrueDelta's information for all Coupes and Convertibles.
See TrueDelta's information for all Audi models.