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BMW 3-Series vs. Volkswagen Jetta Price Comparison (MSRP)

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BMW 3-Series vs. Volkswagen Jetta Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $29,865

Volkswagen Jetta GLI   
Difference: $10,660

Lowest Total Invoice: $27,779

Volkswagen Jetta GLI   
Difference: $9,686

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20132013201320132009
Model3-Series3-Series3-Series3-SeriesJetta
Trim320i328i335iActiveHybrid 3GLI
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $32,550 $36,850 $43,150 $49,650 $24,770
Base Invoice $30,125 $34,080 $39,880 $45,860 $23,094
Navigation system 2,150 2,150 2,150 2,150 1,990
Steering-linked headlights 900 900      
Metallic paint (extra cost) 550 550 550 550  
Sunroof 1,050        
Leather seating surfaces 1,450        
Cold Weather Package 950        
Sport Line   2,500 1,700 1,950  
Premium Package   3,100 2,200 2,200  
Heated front seats   500 500 500  
Aluminum trim   0 0    
DUPL Voice texting capability       0  
Autobahn Package         2,405
Navigation system 1,955 1,955 1,955 1,955 1,758
Steering-linked headlights 820 820      
Metallic paint (extra cost) 500 500 500 500  
Sunroof 955        
Leather seating surfaces 1,320        
Cold Weather Package 865        
Sport Line   2,275 1,545 1,775  
Premium Package   2,820 2,000 2,000  
Heated front seats   455 455 455  
Aluminum trim   0 0    
DUPL Voice texting capability       0  
Autobahn Package         2,227
Options (change) 7,050 9,700 7,100 7,350 4,395
Options (change) 6,415 8,825 6,455 6,685 3,985
Destination 925 925 925 925 700
Total Price $40,525 $47,475 $51,175 $57,925 $29,865
Total Invoice $37,465 $43,830 $47,260 $53,470 $27,779

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: BMW 3-Series vs. Volkswagen Jetta

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Volkswagen Jetta GLI
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $8,945
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $8,100
Model Year20132013201320132009
Model3-Series3-Series3-Series3-SeriesJetta
Trim320i328i335iActiveHybrid 3GLI
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine180hp I4240hp I4300hp I6335hp I6 H200hp I4
TransmissionM6M6T8T8M6
DrivetrainRWDRWDRWDRWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 9?, 9?, 9?, 9?, 10
Tire (rear if not all the same)225/50-17225/45-18225/45-18225/45-18225/45-17
Total Price$40,525$47,475$51,175$57,925$29,865
Adjustments for Features-1,715-3,740-4,890-5,1650
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$38,810$43,735$46,285$52,760$29,865
Cost Above Minimum$0$4,925$7,475$13,950$0
Total Invoice$37,465$43,830$47,260$53,470$27,779
Adjustments for Features-1,586-3,453-4,516-4,7680
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$35,879$40,377$42,744$48,702$27,779
Cost Above Minimum$0$4,498$6,865$12,823$0

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Features Comparison: BMW 3-Series vs. Volkswagen Jetta

Model Year20132013201320132009
Model3-Series3-Series3-Series3-SeriesJetta
Trim320i328i335iActiveHybrid 3GLI
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manual$150$150  $150
8-speed manually-shiftable automatic  $1300$1300 
RWD$0$0$0$0 
FWD    $0
Accessories 
Hands-free trunk or liftgate $100$100$100 
Heated steering wheel$100    
Remote app$25$25$25$25 
Remote window/roof operation$15$15$15$15 
Universal garage door opener $100$100$100 
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Knee airbag, driver$75$75$75$75 
Knee airbag, passenger$75$75$75$75 
Temporary spare tire    $150
Tires, run-flat$150$150$150$150 
Cargo Management 
Overhead sunglass holder    $25
Rear seat pass-through    $100
Climate Control 
Automatic air recirculation$100$100$100$100 
Automatic climate control, front$200$200$200$200 
Dual-zone climate control$125$125$125$125 
Rain-sensing wipers$175$175$175$175 
Rear air vents    $100
Rear air vents with manual controls$150$150$150$150 
Residual heat$50$50$50$50 
Variable intermittent wipers    $75
Engine / Motor 
Automatic start / stop$150$150$150$150 
Regenerative braking$0$0$0  
Exterior 
Body kit (gray/black)    $0
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)$25   $25
Infotainment 
Bluetooth audio streaming$25$25$25$25 
Bluetooth cell phone link$100$100$100$100 
DUPL Voice texting capability   $50 
HD radio$50$50$50$50 
MP3-compatible player$50$50$50$50 
Satellite radio    $200
Satellite radio - one year subscription $250$250$250 
SD Card slot    $25
SMS text-to-speech reader$25$25$25$25 
Telematics service, such as OnStar$200$200$200$200 
Traffic information$25$25$25$25 
Voice control for external devices$0$0$0$0 
Voice control for nav and audio$100$100$100$100 
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror $75$75$75 
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror $75$75$75 
Auto-dimming rearview mirror $150$150$150 
Automatic headlights$125$125$125$125 
Compass $0$0$0$0
Headlight washers$50    
Interior ambient lighting$150$150$150$150 
Large energy flow and fuel economy display   $25 
Mirror tilt-down in reverse$25$25$25$25 
Power-folding mirrors $50$50$50 
Steering-linked headlights$150$150$150$150 
Seats and Interior Trim 
Aluminum trim $100$100 $100
Door sill trim plates $100$100$100$100
Heated second row seats$200    
Manual height adjuster, driver seat$50   $50
Manual height adjuster, passenger seat$50   $50
Manual thigh support length adjuster, driver seat $50$50$50 
Manual thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat $50$50$50 
Manual tilt adjuster, driver seat$50    
Manual tilt adjuster, passenger seat$50    
Memory system, driver seat $200$200$200 
Metal pedals    $75
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat $150$150$150$150
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat $150$150$150$150
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat $100$100$100 
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat $100$100$100 
Power height adjuster, driver seat $100$100$100 
Power height adjuster, passenger seat $100$100$100 
Power recliner, driver seat $100$100$100 
Power recliner, passenger seat $100$100$100 
Power seatback bolsters, driver seat $100$100$100 
Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat $100$100$100 
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat $100$100$100 
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat $100$100$100 
Wood trim   $300 
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Electronic systems calibration selector$200$200$200$200 
Sport suspension (upgrade) $0$0 $0
Total Value of Features$3,240$5,265$6,415$6,690$1,525
Value of Feature Adjustments$1,715$3,740$4,890$5,165$0
Value of Feature Adjustments-1,586-3,453-4,516-4,7680

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Specifications Comparison: BMW 3-Series vs. Volkswagen Jetta

Model Year20132009
Model3-SeriesJetta
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase110.6 in101.5 in
Length182.5 in179.3 in
Width71.3 in70.1 in
Height56.3 in57.4 in
Curb Weight3,361 lb.3,231 lb.
Fuel Capacity15.8 gal.14.5 gal.
Row 1 Headroom40.3 in38.5 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room55.1 in54.8 in
Row 1 Legroom42.0 in41.2 in
Row 2 Headroom37.7 in37.2 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room55.1 in53.1 in
Row 2 Legroom35.1 in35.4 in
Cargo Volume13.0 ft316.0 ft3

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Option Package Details
BMW 3-Series 320i

Navigation system
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
DVD-compatible player0Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100No
Traffic information25No
Media drive, large15Yes
Telematics service, such as OnStar200No
SMS text-to-speech reader25No
Bluetooth audio streaming25No
Remote app25No
Total Requested61561%
Total Not Requested40039%
Cold Weather Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Heated front seats200Yes
Heated second row seats200No
Folding second row seats300Yes
Heated steering wheel100No
Headlight washers50No
Second-row 3-section 3-person split bench150No
Total Requested50050%
Total Not Requested50050%

Option Package Details
BMW 3-Series 328i

Navigation system
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
DVD-compatible player0Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100No
Traffic information25No
Media drive, large15Yes
Telematics service, such as OnStar200No
SMS text-to-speech reader25No
Bluetooth audio streaming25No
Remote app25No
Total Requested61561%
Total Not Requested40039%
Sport Line
FeatureValueRequested?
Sport suspension (upgrade)250Yes
Special exterior trim0No
Special interior trim0No
Dark-colored headliner (optional)0No
225/45VR18 tires400No
Door sill trim plates100Yes
Manual thigh support adjuster, driver seat50No
Power seatback bolsters, driver100No
Manual thigh support adjuster, passenger seat50No
Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat100No
Front sport buckets100Yes
Total Requested45039%
Total Not Requested70061%
Premium Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Hands-free trunk or liftgate100No
Satellite radio - one year subscription250No
Sunroof900Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat150Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat150Yes
Total Requested210086%
Total Not Requested35014%

Option Package Details
BMW 3-Series 335i

Navigation system
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
DVD-compatible player0Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100No
Traffic information25No
Media drive, large15Yes
Telematics service, such as OnStar200No
SMS text-to-speech reader25No
Bluetooth audio streaming25No
Remote app25No
Total Requested61561%
Total Not Requested40039%
Sport Line
FeatureValueRequested?
Sport suspension (upgrade)250Yes
Special exterior trim0No
Special interior trim0No
Dark-colored headliner (optional)0No
225/45VR18 tires400No
Door sill trim plates100Yes
Manual thigh support adjuster, driver seat50No
Power seatback bolsters, driver100No
Manual thigh support adjuster, passenger seat50No
Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat100No
Front sport buckets100Yes
Total Requested45039%
Total Not Requested70061%
Premium Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Hands-free trunk or liftgate100No
Satellite radio - one year subscription250No
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat150Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat150Yes
Total Requested120077%
Total Not Requested35023%

Option Package Details
BMW 3-Series ActiveHybrid 3

Navigation system
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
DVD-compatible player0Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100No
Traffic information25No
Media drive, large15Yes
Telematics service, such as OnStar200No
SMS text-to-speech reader25No
Bluetooth audio streaming25No
Remote app25No
Total Requested61561%
Total Not Requested40039%
Sport Line
FeatureValueRequested?
Sport suspension (upgrade)250Yes
Special exterior trim0No
Special interior trim0No
Dark-colored headliner (optional)0No
225/45VR18 tires400No
Door sill trim plates100Yes
Manual thigh support adjuster, driver seat50No
Power seatback bolsters, driver100No
Manual thigh support adjuster, passenger seat50No
Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat100No
Front sport buckets100Yes
Total Requested45039%
Total Not Requested70061%
Premium Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Hands-free trunk or liftgate100No
Satellite radio - one year subscription250No
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat150Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat150Yes
Total Requested120077%
Total Not Requested35023%

Option Package Details
Volkswagen Jetta GLI

Navigation system
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
DVD-compatible player0Yes
Media drive, large15Yes
USB port25Yes
SD Card slot25No
Total Requested64096%
Total Not Requested254%
Autobahn Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Sunroof900Yes
Front seat active head restraints0Yes
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Total Requested2000100%
Total Not Requested00%

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