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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: $18,910 | |||
Lowest Total Invoice: $28,505 Volkswagen Beetle Turbo | |||
| Difference: $16,465 | |||
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| Model Year | 2014 | 2014 | 2012 |
| Model | 3-Series | 3-Series | Beetle |
| Trim | 328i | 328d | Turbo |
| Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr Wagon | 2dr Hatch |
| Base Price | $41,450 | $42,950 | $23,395 |
| Base Invoice | $38,315 | $39,695 | $22,459 |
| Navigation system | 2,150 | 2,150 | |
| Premium Package | 2,200 | 2,200 | |
| Steering-linked headlights | 900 | 900 | |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 550 | 550 | |
| Heated front seats | 500 | 500 | |
| Navigation Package | 1,600 | ||
| Sunroof and Sound Package | 3,000 | ||
| Xenon HID headlights | 1,000 | ||
| Navigation system | 1,955 | 1,955 | |
| Premium Package | 2,000 | 2,000 | |
| Steering-linked headlights | 820 | 820 | |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 500 | 500 | |
| Heated front seats | 455 | 455 | |
| Navigation Package | 1,536 | ||
| Sunroof and Sound Package | 2,880 | ||
| Xenon HID headlights | 860 | ||
| Options (change) | 6,300 | 6,300 | 5,600 |
| Options (change) | 5,730 | 5,730 | 5,276 |
| Destination | 925 | 925 | 770 |
| Total Price | $48,675 | $50,175 | $29,765 |
| Total Invoice | $44,970 | $46,350 | $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: $10,810 | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $8,982 | |||
| Model Year | 2014 | 2014 | 2012 |
| Model | 3-Series | 3-Series | Beetle |
| Trim | 328i | 328d | Turbo |
| Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr Wagon | 2dr Hatch |
| Engine | 240hp I4 | 180hp I4 D | 200hp I4 |
| Transmission | T8 | T8 | M6 |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | FWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 205, 9 | 205, 9 | 400, 9 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 225/50-17 | 225/50-17 | 235/40-19 |
| Total Price | $48,675 | $50,175 | $29,765 |
| Adjustments for Features | -8,100 | -8,000 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $40,575 | $42,175 | $29,765 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $1,600 | $0 |
| Total Invoice | $44,970 | $46,350 | $28,505 |
| Adjustments for Features | -7,483 | -7,390 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $37,487 | $38,960 | $28,505 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $1,473 | $0 |
Features Comparison: BMW 3-Series vs. Volkswagen Beetle
| Model Year | 2014 | 2014 | 2012 |
| Model | 3-Series | 3-Series | Beetle |
| Trim | 328i | 328d | Turbo |
| Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr Wagon | 2dr Hatch |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | |||
| 8-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1300 | $1300 | |
| 6-speed manual | $150 | ||
| AWD | $1700 | $1700 | |
| FWD | $0 | ||
| Accessories | |||
| Hands-free trunk or liftgate | $100 | $100 | |
| Power rear side windows | $200 | $200 | |
| Remote app | $25 | $25 | |
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | $15 | |
| Universal garage door opener | $100 | $100 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | |||
| Hill descent control | $250 | $250 | |
| Knee airbag, driver | $75 | $75 | |
| Knee airbag, passenger | $75 | $75 | |
| Temporary spare tire | $150 | ||
| Tires, run-flat | $150 | $150 | |
| Cargo Management | |||
| Air-conditioned storage compartment | $50 | $50 | |
| Cargo area partition net | $40 | $40 | |
| Liftglass or two-piece tailgate | $150 | $150 | |
| Climate Control | |||
| Automatic air recirculation | $100 | $100 | |
| Automatic climate control, front | $200 | $200 | |
| Dual-zone climate control | $125 | $125 | |
| Rain-sensing wipers | $175 | $175 | |
| Rear air vents with manual controls | $150 | $150 | |
| Rear wiper | $175 | $175 | |
| Residual heat | $50 | $50 | |
| Variable intermittent wipers | $75 | ||
| Engine / Motor | |||
| Automatic start / stop | $150 | $150 | |
| Regenerative braking | $0 | $0 | |
| Exterior | |||
| Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) | $25 | $25 | |
| Panoramic sunroof | $1200 | $1200 | |
| Sunroof | $900 | ||
| Infotainment | |||
| App support | $0 | $0 | |
| DVD-compatible player | $0 | $0 | |
| Handwriting recognition | $200 | $200 | |
| HD radio | $50 | $50 | |
| In-vehicle Internet | $150 | $150 | |
| iPod integration | $100 | ||
| Media drive | $15 | $15 | |
| S Voice support | $0 | $0 | |
| Satellite radio | $200 | ||
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | $250 | $250 | |
| SD Card slot | $25 | ||
| Siri Eyes Free support | $0 | $0 | |
| SMS text-to-speech reader | $25 | $25 | |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | $200 | $200 | |
| Text dictation | $50 | $50 | |
| Traffic + travel information | $25 | $25 | |
| USB port | $25 | $25 | |
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | $0 | |
| Voice control for nav and audio | $100 | $100 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | |||
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | $75 | $75 | |
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | $75 | $75 | |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | $150 | $150 | |
| Automatic headlights | $125 | $125 | |
| Boost gauge | $75 | ||
| Compass | $0 | $0 | |
| Cornering lights | $50 | ||
| Illuminated visor mirror, driver | $50 | $50 | |
| Illuminated visor mirror, passenger | $50 | $50 | |
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | $25 | $25 | |
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | $50 | |
| Steering-linked headlights | $150 | $150 | |
| Visor mirror, driver | $10 | ||
| Visor mirror, passenger | $10 | ||
| Seats and Interior Trim | |||
| Center armrest(s), second row | $50 | $50 | |
| Door sill trim plates | $100 | ||
| Leather door panel trim | $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 | ||
| Memory system, driver seat | $200 | $200 | |
| Metal pedals | $75 | ||
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $150 | $150 | |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $150 | $150 | |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | |
| Power height adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | |
| Power recliner, driver seat | $100 | $100 | |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | |
| Power tilt adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | |
| Wood trim | $300 | $300 | |
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | |||
| Electronic systems calibration selector | $200 | $200 | |
| Touring suspension (upgrade) | $0 | ||
| Transmission | |||
| Launch control | $100 | ||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | $100 | |
| Total Value of Features | $10,470 | $10,370 | $2,370 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $8,100 | $8,000 | $0 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -7,483 | -7,390 | 0 |
Specifications Comparison: BMW 3-Series vs. Volkswagen Beetle
| Model Year | 2014 | 2012 |
| Model | 3-Series | Beetle |
| Body | 4dr Wagon | 2dr Hatch |
| Wheelbase | 110.6 in | 99.9 in |
| Length | 182.1 in | 168.4 in |
| Width | 71.3 in | 71.2 in |
| Height | 56.5 in | 58.5 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,546 lb. | 2,940 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 15.8 gal. | 14.5 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 40.4 in | 39.4 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 55.1 in | 55.3 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 42.0 in | 41.3 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 38.3 in | 37.1 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 55.1 in | 49.0 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 35.0 in | 31.4 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 17.5 ft3 | 15.4 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 53.0 ft3 | 29.9 ft3 |
Option Package Details
BMW 3-Series 328i
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | No |
| Media drive, large | 15 | No |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | No |
| Smartphone integration | 0 | No |
| In-vehicle Internet | 150 | No |
| Handwriting recognition | 200 | No |
| App support | 0 | No |
| Text dictation | 50 | No |
| Siri Eyes Free support | 0 | No |
| S Voice support | 0 | No |
| Total Requested | 600 | 53% |
| Total Not Requested | 540 | 47% |
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Hands-free trunk or liftgate | 100 | No |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | 150 | No |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 150 | No |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | 250 | No |
| Total Requested | 1150 | 64% |
| Total Not Requested | 650 | 36% |
Option Package Details
BMW 3-Series 328d
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | No |
| Media drive, large | 15 | No |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | No |
| Smartphone integration | 0 | No |
| In-vehicle Internet | 150 | No |
| Handwriting recognition | 200 | No |
| App support | 0 | No |
| Text dictation | 50 | No |
| Siri Eyes Free support | 0 | No |
| S Voice support | 0 | No |
| Total Requested | 600 | 53% |
| Total Not Requested | 540 | 47% |
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Hands-free trunk or liftgate | 100 | No |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | 150 | No |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 150 | No |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | 250 | No |
| Total Requested | 1150 | 64% |
| Total Not Requested | 650 | 36% |
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 | No |
| Total Requested | 1500 | 86% |
| Total Not Requested | 250 | 14% |
| 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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