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Audi R8 vs. Volkswagen Golf / GTI Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Audi R8 vs. Volkswagen Golf / GTI Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $29,995

Volkswagen Golf / GTI GTI   
Difference: $90,155

Lowest Total Invoice: $28,827

Volkswagen Golf / GTI GTI   
Difference: $83,144

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20092011
ModelR8Golf / GTI
Trim4.2GTI
Body2dr Coupe2dr Hatch
Base Price $114,200 $23,695
Base Invoice $106,206 $22,747
Metallic paint (extra cost) 650  
Navigation system 2,000  
Autobahn Package   5,530
Metallic paint (extra cost) 605  
Navigation system 1,860  
Autobahn Package   5,310
Options (change) 2,650 5,530
Options (change) 2,465 5,310
Destination 1,200 770
Gas Tax 2,100 0
Total Price $120,150 $29,995
Total Invoice $111,971 $28,827

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Audi R8 vs. Volkswagen Golf / GTI

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Volkswagen Golf / GTI GTI
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $88,975
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $82,044
Model Year20092011
ModelR8Golf / GTI
Trim4.2GTI
Body2dr Coupe2dr Hatch
Engine420hp V8200hp I4
TransmissionM6M6
DrivetrainAWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)140, 7300, 8
Tire (rear if not all the same)235/35-19225/40-18
Total Price$120,150$29,995
Adjustments for Features-1,1800
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$118,970$29,995
Total Invoice$111,971$28,827
Adjustments for Features-1,1000
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$110,871$28,827

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Features Comparison: Audi R8 vs. Volkswagen Golf / GTI

Model Year20092011
ModelR8Golf / GTI
Trim4.2GTI
Body2dr Coupe2dr Hatch
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manual$150$150
AWD$1700 
FWD $0
Accessories 
Proximity key $250
Universal garage door opener$100 
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats $0
Full-size spare tire $225
Knee airbag, driver$75 
Knee airbag, passenger$75 
Side curtain airbags $350
Cargo Management 
Air-conditioned storage compartment $50
Cargo cover $75
Overhead sunglass holder $25
Rear seat pass-through $100
Climate Control 
Automatic climate control, front$200 
Heated windshield washer nozzles $15
Rain-sensing wipers$175 
Rear air vents $100
Rear wiper $175
Variable intermittent wipers $75
Engine / Motor 
Mid-engine configuration$0 
Exterior 
Bright-finished fuel door$100 
Rear spoiler $200
Retractable rear spoiler$400 
Sunroof $900
Infotainment 
Aux input $50
Bluetooth audio streaming $25
CD changer, in-dash$325 
CD player $125
HD radio $50
iPod integration $100
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Auto-dimming rearview mirror$150 
Automatic headlights$125 
Fog lights $125
Illuminated visor mirror, driver $50
Illuminated visor mirror, passenger $50
Interior ambient lighting$150 
Steering-linked headlights $150
Visor mirror, driver$10 
Visor mirror, passenger$10 
Seats and Interior Trim 
Aluminum trim $100
Center armrest(s), second row $50
Folding second row seats $300
Manual height adjuster, driver seat $50
Manual height adjuster, passenger seat $50
No leather in second row$-300 
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 recliner, driver seat$100 
Power recliner, passenger seat$100 
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat$100 
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat$100 
Synthetic suede inserts in leather seating surfaces$0 
Upholstered instrument panel$300 
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Adaptive dampers - electrical$500 
Sport suspension (upgrade) $0
Transmission 
Launch control$100 
Total Value of Features$5,145$3,965
Value of Feature Adjustments$1,180$0
Value of Feature Adjustments-1,1000

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See a complete comparison of Audi R8 vs. Volkswagen Golf / GTI features.

Specifications Comparison: Audi R8 vs. Volkswagen Golf / GTI

Model Year20092011
ModelR8Golf / GTI
Body2dr Coupe2dr Hatch
Wheelbase104.3 in101.5 in
Length174.5 in165.4 in
Width75.0 in70.3 in
Height49.3 in58.3 in
Curb Weight3,606 lb.2,969 lb.
Fuel Capacity23.8 gal.14.5 gal.
Row 1 Headroom38.0 in39.3 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room54.4 in54.7 in
Row 1 Legroom41.1 in41.2 in
Row 2 Headroom0.0 in38.5 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room0.0 in52.8 in
Row 2 Legroom0.0 in35.5 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum		3.5 ft315.0 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum		3.546.0 ft3

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See a complete comparison of Audi R8 vs. Volkswagen Golf / GTI specs.

Option Package Details
Volkswagen Golf / GTI GTI

Autobahn Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Proximity key250No
Dynaudio, 300W, 8 speakers350No
Navigation system600Yes
Steering-linked headlights150No
Xenon HID headlights500Yes
HD radio50No
Audio controls on steering wheel125Yes
Sunroof900No
CD changer, in-dash200No
SD Card slot25Yes
Total Requested235055%
Total Not Requested190045%

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