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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: $31,365 Volkswagen Golf / GTI GTI | ||||
| Difference: $18,430 | ||||
Lowest Total Invoice: $30,141 Volkswagen Golf / GTI GTI | ||||
| Difference: $16,369 | ||||
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| Model Year | 2016 | 2016 | 2012 | 2012 |
| Model | 3-Series | 3-Series | Golf / GTI | Golf / GTI |
| Trim | 328i | 328d | GTI | R |
| Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr Wagon | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Hatch |
| Base Price | $42,650 | $44,150 | $24,595 | $34,590 |
| Base Invoice | $39,920 | $41,300 | $23,611 | $33,207 |
| Navigation system | 1,950 | 1,950 | ||
| Premium Package | 1,700 | 1,700 | ||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 550 | 550 | ||
| Heated front seats | 500 | 500 | ||
| Aluminum trim | 0 | 0 | ||
| Leather seating surfaces | 1,450 | 1,450 | ||
| Autobahn Package | 6,000 | |||
| Sunroof and Navigation Package | 1,500 | |||
| Navigation system | 1,775 | 1,775 | ||
| Premium Package | 1,545 | 1,545 | ||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 500 | 500 | ||
| Heated front seats | 455 | 455 | ||
| Aluminum trim | 0 | 0 | ||
| Leather seating surfaces | 1,320 | 1,320 | ||
| Autobahn Package | 5,760 | |||
| Sunroof and Navigation Package | 1,440 | |||
| Options (change) | 6,150 | 6,150 | 6,000 | 1,500 |
| Options (change) | 5,595 | 5,595 | 5,760 | 1,440 |
| Destination | 995 | 995 | 770 | 770 |
| Total Price | $49,795 | $51,295 | $31,365 | $36,860 |
| Total Invoice | $46,510 | $47,890 | $30,141 | $35,417 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: BMW 3-Series vs. Volkswagen Golf / GTI
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Volkswagen Golf / GTI GTI | ||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $10,610 | ||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $9,065 | ||||
| Model Year | 2016 | 2016 | 2012 | 2012 |
| Model | 3-Series | 3-Series | Golf / GTI | Golf / GTI |
| Trim | 328i | 328d | GTI | R |
| Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr Wagon | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Hatch |
| Engine | 240hp I4 | 180hp I4 D | 200hp I4 | 256hp I4 |
| Transmission | T8 | T8 | M6 | M6 |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | FWD | AWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 205, 9 | 205, 9 | 300, 8 | 300, 8 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 225/50-17 | 225/50-17 | 225/40-18 | 225/40-18 |
| Total Price | $49,795 | $51,295 | $31,365 | $36,860 |
| Adjustments for Features | -7,820 | -7,720 | 0 | -1,950 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $41,975 | $43,575 | $31,365 | $34,910 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $1,600 | $0 | $3,545 |
| Total Invoice | $46,510 | $47,890 | $30,141 | $35,417 |
| Adjustments for Features | -7,304 | -7,208 | 0 | -1,874 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $39,206 | $40,682 | $30,141 | $33,543 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $1,476 | $0 | $3,402 |
Features Comparison: BMW 3-Series vs. Volkswagen Golf / GTI
| Model Year | 2016 | 2016 | 2012 | 2012 |
| Model | 3-Series | 3-Series | Golf / GTI | Golf / GTI |
| Trim | 328i | 328d | GTI | R |
| Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr Wagon | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Hatch |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||||
| 8-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1300 | $1300 | ||
| 6-speed manual | $150 | $150 | ||
| AWD | $1700 | $1700 | $1700 | |
| FWD | $0 | |||
| Accessories | ||||
| Hands-free trunk or liftgate | $100 | $100 | ||
| 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 | $150 | ||
| Tires, run-flat | $150 | $150 | ||
| Cargo Management | ||||
| Cargo area partition net | $40 | $40 | ||
| Liftglass or two-piece tailgate | $150 | $150 | ||
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | $25 | ||
| Rear seat pass-through | $100 | $100 | ||
| Climate Control | ||||
| Automatic air recirculation | $100 | $100 | ||
| Automatic climate control, front | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Dual-zone climate control | $125 | $125 | $125 | |
| Rain-sensing wipers | $175 | $175 | ||
| Rear air vents | $100 | $100 | ||
| Rear air vents with manual controls | $150 | $150 | ||
| Residual heat | $50 | $50 | ||
| Variable intermittent wipers | $75 | $75 | ||
| Engine / Motor | ||||
| Automatic start / stop | $150 | $150 | ||
| Regenerative braking | $0 | $0 | ||
| Exterior | ||||
| Black exterior trim (optional) | $0 | $0 | ||
| Body kit | $0 | |||
| Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) | $25 | $25 | ||
| Panoramic sunroof | $1200 | $1200 | ||
| Sunroof | $900 | $900 | ||
| Infotainment | ||||
| 4G LTE connectivity | $0 | $0 | ||
| 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 | $100 | ||
| Media drive | $15 | $15 | ||
| Navigation map updates, three years | $0 | $0 | ||
| S Voice support | $0 | $0 | ||
| Satellite radio | $200 | $200 | ||
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | $250 | $250 | ||
| SD Card slot | $25 | $25 | ||
| Siri Eyes Free support | $0 | $0 | ||
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | $200 | $200 | ||
| 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 | ||
| Fog lights | $125 | $125 | $125 | |
| Headlight washers | $50 | |||
| Interior ambient lighting | $150 | $150 | ||
| LED headlights | $1000 | $1000 | ||
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | $25 | $25 | ||
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | $50 | ||
| Steering-linked headlights | $150 | $150 | ||
| Xenon HID headlights | $500 | $500 | ||
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||||
| Manual height adjuster, driver seat | $50 | $50 | ||
| Manual height adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | ||
| Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $50 | $50 | ||
| Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | ||
| Manual thigh support length adjuster, driver seat | $50 | $50 | ||
| Manual thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | ||
| Memory system, driver seat | $200 | $200 | ||
| Metal pedals | $75 | $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 seatback bolsters, driver seat | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power tilt adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | ||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||||
| Electronic systems calibration selector | $200 | $200 | ||
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | $0 | ||
| Transmission | ||||
| Launch control | $100 | |||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | $100 | ||
| Total Value of Features | $10,720 | $10,620 | $2,900 | $4,850 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $7,820 | $7,720 | $0 | $1,950 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -7,304 | -7,208 | 0 | -1,874 |
Specifications Comparison: BMW 3-Series vs. Volkswagen Golf / GTI
| Model Year | 2016 | 2012 |
| Model | 3-Series | Golf / GTI |
| Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr Hatch |
| Wheelbase | 110.6 in | 101.5 in |
| Length | 182.0 in | 165.4 in |
| Width | 71.3 in | 70.3 in |
| Height | 56.3 in | 58.3 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,621 lb. | 2,969 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 15.8 gal. | 14.5 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 40.4 in | 39.3 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 55.1 in | 54.7 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 42.0 in | 41.2 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 38.3 in | 38.5 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 55.1 in | 52.8 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 35.0 in | 35.5 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 17.5 ft3 | 15.0 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 53.0 ft3 | 46.0 ft3 |
Option Package Details
BMW 3-Series 328i
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | No |
| Media drive | 15 | No |
| In-vehicle Internet | 150 | No |
| Handwriting recognition | 200 | No |
| Siri Eyes Free support | 0 | No |
| S Voice support | 0 | No |
| 4G LTE connectivity | 0 | No |
| Navigation map updates, three years | 0 | No |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | No |
| App support | 0 | No |
| Remote app | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 600 | 54% |
| Total Not Requested | 515 | 46% |
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| LED headlights | 1000 | 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 |
| Hands-free trunk or liftgate | 100 | No |
| Total Requested | 250 | 13% |
| Total Not Requested | 1650 | 87% |
Option Package Details
BMW 3-Series 328d
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | No |
| Media drive | 15 | No |
| In-vehicle Internet | 150 | No |
| Handwriting recognition | 200 | No |
| Siri Eyes Free support | 0 | No |
| S Voice support | 0 | No |
| 4G LTE connectivity | 0 | No |
| Navigation map updates, three years | 0 | No |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | No |
| App support | 0 | No |
| Remote app | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 600 | 54% |
| Total Not Requested | 515 | 46% |
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| LED headlights | 1000 | 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 |
| Hands-free trunk or liftgate | 100 | No |
| Total Requested | 250 | 13% |
| Total Not Requested | 1650 | 87% |
Option Package Details
Volkswagen Golf / GTI GTI
| Autobahn Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| Dynaudio, 300W, 8 speakers | 350 | No |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Steering-linked headlights | 150 | No |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Audio controls on steering wheel | 125 | Yes |
| Sunroof | 900 | Yes |
| CD changer, in-dash | 200 | No |
| HD radio | 50 | No |
| SD Card slot | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 3275 | 81% |
| Total Not Requested | 775 | 19% |
Option Package Details
Volkswagen Golf / GTI R
| Sunroof and Navigation Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Sunroof | 900 | Yes |
| Dynaudio, 300W, 8 speakers | 350 | No |
| Total Requested | 1500 | 81% |
| Total Not Requested | 350 | 19% |
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