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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: $31,855 Volkswagen Golf / GTI 1.8T SEL | |||
| Difference: $13,820 | |||
Lowest Total Invoice: $30,445 Volkswagen Golf / GTI 1.8T SEL | |||
| Difference: $11,775 | |||
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| Model Year | 2011 | 2015 | 2015 |
| Model | 3-Series | Golf / GTI | Golf / GTI |
| Trim | 328i | 1.8T SEL | TDI SEL |
| Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr Wagon | 4dr Wagon |
| Base Price | $37,150 | $29,345 | $30,345 |
| Base Invoice | $34,380 | $28,171 | $29,131 |
| Premium Package | 1,900 | ||
| Navigation system | 2,100 | ||
| Steering-linked headlights | 900 | ||
| Obstacle detection, rear | 750 | ||
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | 350 | ||
| Heated front seats | 500 | ||
| Proximity key | 500 | ||
| Roof rails | 100 | ||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 550 | ||
| Driver Assistance Package | 695 | 695 | |
| Lighting Package | 995 | 995 | |
| Premium Package | 1,730 | ||
| Navigation system | 1,910 | ||
| Steering-linked headlights | 820 | ||
| Obstacle detection, rear | 685 | ||
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | 320 | ||
| Heated front seats | 455 | ||
| Proximity key | 455 | ||
| Roof rails | 90 | ||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 500 | ||
| Driver Assistance Package | 598 | 598 | |
| Lighting Package | 856 | 856 | |
| Options (change) | 7,650 | 1,690 | 1,690 |
| Options (change) | 6,965 | 1,454 | 1,454 |
| Destination | 875 | 820 | 820 |
| Total Price | $45,675 | $31,855 | $32,855 |
| Total Invoice | $42,220 | $30,445 | $31,405 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: BMW 3-Series vs. Volkswagen Golf / GTI
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Volkswagen Golf / GTI 1.8T SEL | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $12,300 | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $10,403 | |||
| Model Year | 2011 | 2015 | 2015 |
| Model | 3-Series | Golf / GTI | Golf / GTI |
| Trim | 328i | 1.8T SEL | TDI SEL |
| Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr Wagon | 4dr Wagon |
| Engine | 230hp I6 | 170hp I4 | 150hp I4 D |
| Transmission | T6 | T6 | M6 |
| Drivetrain | RWD | FWD | FWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 180, 8 | 400, 9 | 400, 9 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 225/45-17 | 225/40-18 | 225/40-18 |
| Total Price | $45,675 | $31,855 | $32,855 |
| Adjustments for Features | -2,570 | -1,050 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $43,105 | $30,805 | $32,855 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $0 | $2,050 |
| Total Invoice | $42,220 | $30,445 | $31,405 |
| Adjustments for Features | -2,376 | -1,004 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $39,844 | $29,441 | $31,405 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $0 | $1,964 |
Features Comparison: BMW 3-Series vs. Volkswagen Golf / GTI
| Model Year | 2011 | 2015 | 2015 |
| Model | 3-Series | Golf / GTI | Golf / GTI |
| Trim | 328i | 1.8T SEL | TDI SEL |
| Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr Wagon | 4dr Wagon |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | |||
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | $1100 | |
| 6-speed manual | $150 | ||
| RWD | $0 | ||
| FWD | $0 | $0 | |
| Accessories | |||
| AC power outlet | $100 | $100 | |
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | ||
| Universal garage door opener | $100 | ||
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | |||
| Forward collision warning | $200 | $200 | |
| Knee airbag, driver | $75 | $75 | |
| Rearview camera | $200 | $200 | |
| Secondary collision brake assist | $25 | $25 | |
| Temporary spare tire | $150 | $150 | |
| Tires, run-flat | $150 | ||
| Vehicle health reports | $0 | $0 | |
| Cargo Management | |||
| Cargo area partition net | $40 | ||
| Liftglass or two-piece tailgate | $150 | ||
| Rear seat pass-through | $100 | $100 | |
| Climate Control | |||
| Automatic air recirculation | $100 | ||
| Rear air vents | $100 | $100 | |
| Rear air vents with manual controls | $150 | ||
| Exterior | |||
| Rear spoiler | $200 | $200 | |
| Infotainment | |||
| Aux input | $50 | ||
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | $25 | |
| Media drive | $15 | ||
| Satellite radio | $200 | $200 | |
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | $250 | ||
| SD Card slot | $25 | $25 | |
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | ||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | |||
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | $75 | ||
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | $75 | ||
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | $150 | ||
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | $25 | ||
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | ||
| Steering-linked fog lights | $50 | $50 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | |||
| Floor mats | $75 | $75 | |
| Leather seating surfaces | $900 | ||
| Manual height adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | |
| Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | |
| Memory system, driver seat | $200 | ||
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $150 | ||
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | ||
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | ||
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | ||
| Synthetic leather seating surfaces | $0 | $0 | |
| Wood trim | $300 | ||
| Transmission | |||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | ||
| Total Value of Features | $4,345 | $2,825 | $1,775 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $2,570 | $1,050 | $0 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -2,376 | -1,004 | 0 |
Specifications Comparison: BMW 3-Series vs. Volkswagen Golf / GTI
| Model Year | 2011 | 2015 |
| 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 | 3,463 lb. | 3,064 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
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | 150 | Yes |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 150 | No |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | No |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | No |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | 200 | Yes |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | 100 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | No |
| Compass | 0 | Yes |
| Power-folding mirrors | 50 | No |
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | 75 | No |
| Remote app | 25 | Yes |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power height adjuster, driver seat | 50 | Yes |
| Power tilt adjuster, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power recliner, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | No |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | No |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Total Requested | 925 | 47% |
| Total Not Requested | 1050 | 53% |
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Traffic information | 25 | Yes |
| Media drive, large | 15 | No |
| Total Requested | 725 | 98% |
| Total Not Requested | 15 | 2% |
Option Package Details
Volkswagen Golf / GTI 1.8T SEL
| Driver Assistance Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Obstacle detection, front | 150 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Forward collision warning | 200 | No |
| Total Requested | 400 | 67% |
| Total Not Requested | 200 | 33% |
| Lighting Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Steering-linked headlights | 150 | Yes |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 650 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
Option Package Details
Volkswagen Golf / GTI TDI SEL
| Driver Assistance Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Obstacle detection, front | 150 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Forward collision warning | 200 | No |
| Total Requested | 400 | 67% |
| Total Not Requested | 200 | 33% |
| Lighting Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Steering-linked headlights | 150 | Yes |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 650 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
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