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BMW 3-Series 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.
Models in short supply often sell at or even above these prices.
BMW 3-Series vs. Volkswagen Beetle Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $29,765 Volkswagen Beetle Turbo | ||||
| Difference: $13,810 | ||||
Lowest Total Invoice: $28,505 Volkswagen Beetle Turbo | ||||
| Difference: $11,805 | ||||
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| Model Year | 2011 | 2011 | 2011 | 2012 |
| Model | 3-Series | 3-Series | 3-Series | Beetle |
| Trim | 328i | 335i | M3 | Turbo |
| Body | 2dr Coupe | 2dr Coupe | 2dr Coupe | 2dr Hatch |
| Base Price | $37,650 | $44,100 | $58,900 | $23,395 |
| Base Invoice | $34,840 | $40,770 | $54,390 | $22,459 |
| Navigation system | 2,100 | 2,100 | ||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 550 | 550 | 550 | |
| Heated front seats | 500 | 500 | 500 | |
| Sunroof | 1,050 | 0 | ||
| Proximity key | 500 | 500 | ||
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | 350 | 350 | 350 | |
| iPod integration | 400 | |||
| Leather seating surfaces | 1,450 | |||
| Convenience Package | 2,900 | |||
| Leather door panel trim | 2,000 | |||
| Rear spoiler | 0 | |||
| Navigation Package | 1,600 | |||
| Sunroof and Sound Package | 3,000 | |||
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | 0 | |||
| Xenon HID headlights | 1,000 | |||
| Navigation system | 1,910 | 1,910 | ||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 500 | 500 | 500 | |
| Heated front seats | 455 | 455 | 455 | |
| Sunroof | 955 | 0 | ||
| Proximity key | 455 | 455 | ||
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | 320 | 320 | 320 | |
| iPod integration | 365 | |||
| Leather seating surfaces | 1,320 | |||
| Convenience Package | 2,640 | |||
| Leather door panel trim | 1,820 | |||
| Rear spoiler | 0 | |||
| Navigation Package | 1,536 | |||
| Sunroof and Sound Package | 2,880 | |||
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | 0 | |||
| Xenon HID headlights | 860 | |||
| Options (change) | 5,050 | 5,850 | 6,300 | 5,600 |
| Options (change) | 4,595 | 5,325 | 5,735 | 5,276 |
| Destination | 875 | 875 | 875 | 770 |
| Gas Tax | 0 | 0 | 1,300 | 0 |
| Total Price | $43,575 | $50,825 | $67,375 | $29,765 |
| Total Invoice | $40,310 | $46,970 | $62,300 | $28,505 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: BMW 3-Series vs. Volkswagen Beetle
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Volkswagen Beetle Turbo | ||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $11,835 | ||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $9,978 | ||||
| Model Year | 2011 | 2011 | 2011 | 2012 |
| Model | 3-Series | 3-Series | 3-Series | Beetle |
| Trim | 328i | 335i | M3 | Turbo |
| Body | 2dr Coupe | 2dr Coupe | 2dr Coupe | 2dr Hatch |
| Engine | 230hp I6 | 300hp I6 | 414hp V8 | 200hp I4 |
| Transmission | T6 | M6 | M6 | M6 |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | RWD | FWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 180, 8 | 180, 8 | 180, 8 | 400, 9 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 225/45-17 | 225/45-17 | 245/40-18 | 235/40-19 |
| Total Price | $43,575 | $50,825 | $67,375 | $29,765 |
| Adjustments for Features | -1,975 | -1,925 | -2,550 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $41,600 | $48,900 | $64,825 | $29,765 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $7,300 | $23,225 | $0 |
| Total Invoice | $40,310 | $46,970 | $62,300 | $28,505 |
| Adjustments for Features | -1,827 | -1,779 | -2,358 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $38,483 | $45,191 | $59,942 | $28,505 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $6,708 | $21,459 | $0 |
Features Comparison: BMW 3-Series vs. Volkswagen Beetle
| Model Year | 2011 | 2011 | 2011 | 2012 |
| Model | 3-Series | 3-Series | 3-Series | Beetle |
| Trim | 328i | 335i | M3 | Turbo |
| Body | 2dr Coupe | 2dr Coupe | 2dr Coupe | 2dr Hatch |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||||
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | |||
| 6-speed manual | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| RWD | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| FWD | $0 | |||
| Accessories | ||||
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | $15 | $15 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||||
| Automatic seat belt presenters, front row | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Obstacle detection, rear | $250 | |||
| Temporary spare tire | $150 | |||
| Tires, run-flat | $150 | $150 | ||
| Cargo Management | ||||
| Air-conditioned storage compartment | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Cargo cover | $75 | |||
| Cargo mat | $40 | $40 | $40 | |
| Rear seat pass-through | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Second-row low console | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Climate Control | ||||
| Automatic air recirculation | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Automatic climate control, front | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Dual-zone climate control | $125 | $125 | $125 | |
| Rain-sensing wipers | $175 | $175 | $175 | |
| Rear air vents with manual controls | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Variable intermittent wipers | $75 | |||
| Drivetrain | ||||
| Limited-slip rear differential | $300 | |||
| Engine / Motor | ||||
| Automatic start / stop | $150 | |||
| Exterior | ||||
| Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Rear spoiler | $200 | $200 | ||
| Sport rocker panels (optional) | $0 | |||
| Infotainment | ||||
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | |||
| Bluetooth cell phone link | $100 | |||
| HD radio | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Media drive | $15 | $15 | $15 | |
| Satellite radio | $200 | |||
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | $250 | $250 | $250 | |
| SD Card slot | $25 | |||
| Traffic information | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Voice control for nav and audio | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||||
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | $150 | |||
| Automatic headlights | $125 | $125 | $125 | |
| Boost gauge | $75 | |||
| Cornering lights | $50 | |||
| Fog lights | $125 | $125 | $125 | |
| Illuminated visor mirror, driver | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Illuminated visor mirror, passenger | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Steering-linked headlights | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Visor mirror, driver | $10 | |||
| Visor mirror, passenger | $10 | |||
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||||
| Center armrest(s), second row | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Floor mats | $75 | |||
| Leather door panel trim | $250 | $250 | ||
| Manual height adjuster, driver seat | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Manual height adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $50 | |||
| Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | |||
| Manual thigh support length adjuster, driver seat | $50 | |||
| Manual thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | |||
| Memory system, driver seat | $200 | |||
| Metal pedals | $75 | |||
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $150 | |||
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $150 | |||
| 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 seatback bolsters, driver seat | $100 | |||
| Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat | $100 | |||
| Power tilt adjuster, driver seat | $100 | |||
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | |||
| Wood trim | $300 | $300 | ||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||||
| Electronic systems calibration selector | $200 | |||
| Total Value of Features | $3,845 | $3,795 | $4,420 | $1,870 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $1,975 | $1,925 | $2,550 | $0 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -1,827 | -1,779 | -2,358 | 0 |
Specifications Comparison: BMW 3-Series vs. Volkswagen Beetle
| Model Year | 2011 | 2012 |
| Model | 3-Series | Beetle |
| Body | 2dr Coupe | 2dr Hatch |
| Wheelbase | 108.7 in | 99.9 in |
| Length | 181.1 in | 168.4 in |
| Width | 70.2 in | 71.2 in |
| Height | 54.1 in | 58.5 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,363 lb. | 2,940 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 15.9 gal. | 14.5 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 38.4 in | 39.4 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 55.3 in | 55.3 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 41.8 in | 41.3 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 36.8 in | 37.1 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 51.9 in | 49.0 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 33.7 in | 31.4 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 11.1 ft3 | 15.4 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 11.1 | 29.9 ft3 |
Option Package Details
BMW 3-Series 328i
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | No |
| Traffic information | 25 | No |
| Media drive, large | 15 | No |
| Total Requested | 600 | 81% |
| Total Not Requested | 140 | 19% |
Option Package Details
BMW 3-Series 335i
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | No |
| Traffic information | 25 | No |
| Media drive, large | 15 | No |
| Total Requested | 600 | 81% |
| Total Not Requested | 140 | 19% |
Option Package Details
BMW 3-Series M3
| Convenience Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | No |
| Alarm | 100 | No |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| iPod integration | 100 | Yes |
| Voice control for external devices | 0 | No |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | No |
| Traffic information | 25 | No |
| Media drive, large | 15 | No |
| Total Requested | 950 | 66% |
| Total Not Requested | 490 | 34% |
Option Package Details
Volkswagen Beetle Turbo
| Xenon HID headlights | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| 235/40HR19 tires | 400 | No |
| Total Requested | 500 | 56% |
| Total Not Requested | 400 | 44% |
| Navigation Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Upholstered door panels, leather | 250 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1750 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Sunroof and Sound Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Fender, 400W, 9 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Audio controls on steering wheel | 125 | Yes |
| Sunroof | 900 | Yes |
| CD changer, in-dash | 200 | No |
| Center armrest(s), front row | 75 | Yes |
| Satellite radio | 200 | Yes |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| HD radio | 50 | No |
| SD Card slot | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 1550 | 71% |
| Total Not Requested | 625 | 29% |
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