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BMW 3-Series 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.
BMW 3-Series vs. Volkswagen Golf / GTI Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $25,750 Volkswagen Golf / GTI S | ||
| Difference: $12,970 | ||
Lowest Total Invoice: $24,752 Volkswagen Golf / GTI S | ||
| Difference: $10,903 | ||
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| Model Year | 2008 | 2017 |
| Model | 3-Series | Golf / GTI |
| Trim | 328i | S |
| Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr Wagon |
| Base Price | $34,500 | $21,580 |
| Base Invoice | $31,740 | $20,718 |
| Cold Weather Package | 750 | |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | 750 | |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 550 | |
| HD radio | 350 | |
| iPod integration | 400 | |
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | 595 | |
| AWD | 2,250 | |
| 6-speed automated manual | 1,100 | |
| Cold Weather Package | 685 | |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | 685 | |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 500 | |
| HD radio | 315 | |
| iPod integration | 365 | |
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | 540 | |
| AWD | 2,159 | |
| 6-speed automated manual | 1,055 | |
| Options (change) | 3,395 | 3,350 |
| Options (change) | 3,090 | 3,214 |
| Destination | 825 | 820 |
| Total Price | $38,720 | $25,750 |
| Total Invoice | $35,655 | $24,752 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: BMW 3-Series vs. Volkswagen Golf / GTI
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Volkswagen Golf / GTI S | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $14,015 | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $11,907 | ||
| Model Year | 2008 | 2017 |
| Model | 3-Series | Golf / GTI |
| Trim | 328i | S |
| Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr Wagon |
| Engine | 230hp I6 | 170hp I4 |
| Transmission | M6 | S6 |
| Drivetrain | RWD | AWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | 14/20 MPG | 23/30 MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | ?, 10 | ?, 8 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 205/55-16 | 195/65-15 |
| Total Price | $38,720 | $25,750 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -1,045 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $38,720 | $24,705 |
| Total Invoice | $35,655 | $24,752 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -1,004 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $35,655 | $23,748 |
Features Comparison: BMW 3-Series vs. Volkswagen Golf / GTI
| Model Year | 2008 | 2017 |
| Model | 3-Series | Golf / GTI |
| Trim | 328i | S |
| Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr Wagon |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||
| 6-speed manual | $150 | |
| 6-speed automated manual | $1100 | |
| RWD | $0 | |
| AWD | $1700 | |
| Accessories | ||
| Remote app | $25 | |
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||
| Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats | $0 | |
| Knee airbag, driver | $75 | |
| Rearview camera | $200 | |
| Secondary collision brake assist | $25 | |
| Temporary spare tire | $150 | |
| Tires, run-flat | $150 | |
| Vehicle health reports | $0 | |
| Cargo Management | ||
| Cargo area partition net | $40 | |
| Liftglass or two-piece tailgate | $150 | |
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | |
| Ski sack | $50 | |
| Storage compartment under front seat(s) | $50 | |
| Climate Control | ||
| Automatic air recirculation | $100 | |
| Automatic climate control, front | $200 | |
| Dual-zone climate control | $125 | |
| Rain-sensing wipers | $175 | |
| Rear air vents | $100 | |
| Rear air vents with manual controls | $150 | |
| Residual heat | $50 | |
| Variable intermittent wipers | $75 | |
| Exterior | ||
| Panoramic sunroof | $1200 | |
| Rear spoiler | $200 | |
| Infotainment | ||
| Android Auto support | $100 | |
| App support | $0 | |
| Apple CarPlay support | $100 | |
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | |
| iPod integration | $100 | |
| Mirrorlink support | $0 | |
| Satellite radio | $200 | |
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | $250 | |
| SD Card slot | $25 | |
| SMS text-to-speech reader | $25 | |
| USB port | $25 | |
| Voice control for audio system | $25 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||
| Automatic headlights | $125 | |
| Compass | $0 | |
| Fog lights | $125 | |
| Headlight washers | $50 | |
| Interior ambient lighting | $150 | |
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | $25 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||
| Floor mats | $75 | |
| Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $50 | |
| Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | |
| Power recliner, driver seat | $100 | |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Synthetic leather seating surfaces | $0 | |
| Wood trim | $300 | |
| Transmission | ||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | |
| Total Value of Features | $3,680 | $4,725 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $1,045 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | -1,004 |
Specifications Comparison: BMW 3-Series vs. Volkswagen Golf / GTI
| Model Year | 2008 | 2017 |
| Model | 3-Series | Golf / GTI |
| Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr Wagon |
| Wheelbase | 108.7 in | 103.5 in |
| Length | 178.2 in | 179.6 in |
| Width | 71.5 in | 70.8 in |
| Height | 55.8 in | 58.3 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,815 lb. | 3,440 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 15.9 gal. | 13.2 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 38.5 in | 38.6 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 55.4 in | 55.9 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 41.5 in | 41.2 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 38.0 in | 38.6 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 55.1 in | 53.9 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 34.6 in | 35.6 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 24.8 ft3 | 30.4 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 58.0 ft3 | 66.5 ft3 |
Option Package Details
BMW 3-Series 328i
| Cold Weather Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Rear seat pass-through | 100 | Yes |
| Headlight washers | 50 | No |
| Ski sack | 50 | No |
| Total Requested | 300 | 75% |
| Total Not Requested | 100 | 25% |
Option Package Details
Volkswagen Golf / GTI S
| AWD | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| AWD | 0 | Yes |
| 6-speed manual | -950 | No |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Heated windshield washer nozzles | 15 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 215 | -29% |
| Total Not Requested | -950 | 129% |
| 6-speed automated manual | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| 6-speed automated manual | 0 | Yes |
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | 100 | No |
| turbocharged 1.8L I4 DOHC-4v 170 hp@4500 199 lb-ft@1600 | 1000 | No |
| Total Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Total Not Requested | 1100 | 100% |
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