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BMW 3-Series vs. Volkswagen Jetta 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 Jetta Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $23,765 Volkswagen Jetta SEL | |||||
| Difference: $15,230 | |||||
Lowest Total Invoice: $22,845 Volkswagen Jetta SEL | |||||
| Difference: $13,035 | |||||
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| Model Year | 2008 | 2008 | 2008 | 2011 | 2011 |
| Model | 3-Series | 3-Series | 3-Series | Jetta | Jetta |
| Trim | 328i | 335i | M3 | SEL | TDI |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Price | $32,700 | $39,300 | $53,800 | $21,395 | $22,995 |
| Base Invoice | $30,085 | $36,155 | $49,675 | $20,539 | $22,075 |
| Folding second row seats | 475 | 475 | 475 | ||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 550 | 550 | 550 | ||
| Heated front seats | 500 | 500 | 500 | ||
| iPod integration | 400 | 400 | 400 | ||
| Navigation system | 2,100 | 2,100 | |||
| Proximity key | 500 | 500 | |||
| HD radio | 350 | 350 | 350 | ||
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | 595 | 595 | 595 | ||
| Sport Package | 900 | 700 | |||
| 6-speed manual | 0 | ||||
| Technology Package | 3,250 | ||||
| Sunroof | 1,050 | 900 | |||
| Rear spoiler | 0 | ||||
| Navigation Package | 1,200 | ||||
| Folding second row seats | 430 | 430 | 430 | ||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 500 | 500 | 500 | ||
| Heated front seats | 455 | 455 | 455 | ||
| iPod integration | 365 | 365 | 365 | ||
| Navigation system | 1,910 | 1,910 | |||
| Proximity key | 455 | 455 | |||
| HD radio | 315 | 315 | 315 | ||
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | 540 | 540 | 540 | ||
| Sport Package | 820 | 672 | |||
| 6-speed manual | 0 | ||||
| Technology Package | 2,960 | ||||
| Sunroof | 955 | 864 | |||
| Rear spoiler | 0 | ||||
| Navigation Package | 1,152 | ||||
| Options (change) | 5,470 | 6,370 | 7,170 | 1,600 | 1,200 |
| Options (change) | 4,970 | 5,790 | 6,520 | 1,536 | 1,152 |
| Destination | 825 | 825 | 825 | 770 | 770 |
| Gas Tax | 0 | 0 | 1,300 | 0 | 0 |
| Total Price | $38,995 | $46,495 | $63,095 | $23,765 | $24,965 |
| Total Invoice | $35,880 | $42,770 | $58,320 | $22,845 | $23,997 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: BMW 3-Series vs. Volkswagen Jetta
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Volkswagen Jetta SEL | |||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $13,950 | |||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $11,858 | |||||
| Model Year | 2008 | 2008 | 2008 | 2011 | 2011 |
| Model | 3-Series | 3-Series | 3-Series | Jetta | Jetta |
| Trim | 328i | 335i | M3 | SEL | TDI |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | 230hp I6 | 300hp I6 | 414hp V8 | 170hp I5 | 140hp I4 D |
| Transmission | M6 | M6 | M6 | M5 | M6 |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | RWD | FWD | FWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | ?, 10 | 300, 13 | ?, 10 | ?, 6 | ?, 6 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 205/55-16 | 225/45-17 | 245/40-18 | 225/45-17 | 205/55-16 |
| Total Price | $38,995 | $46,495 | $63,095 | $23,765 | $24,965 |
| Adjustments for Features | -1,305 | -3,405 | -4,805 | -25 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $37,690 | $43,090 | $58,290 | $23,740 | $24,965 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $5,400 | $20,600 | $0 | $1,225 |
| Total Invoice | $35,880 | $42,770 | $58,320 | $22,845 | $23,997 |
| Adjustments for Features | -1,201 | -3,132 | -4,441 | -24 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $34,679 | $39,638 | $53,879 | $22,821 | $23,997 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $4,959 | $19,200 | $0 | $1,176 |
Features Comparison: BMW 3-Series vs. Volkswagen Jetta
| Model Year | 2008 | 2008 | 2008 | 2011 | 2011 |
| Model | 3-Series | 3-Series | 3-Series | Jetta | Jetta |
| Trim | 328i | 335i | M3 | SEL | TDI |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | |||||
| 6-speed manual | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| 5-speed manual | $0 | ||||
| RWD | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| FWD | $0 | $0 | |||
| Accessories | |||||
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | $15 | $15 | ||
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | |||||
| Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats | $0 | $0 | |||
| Full-size spare tire | $225 | $225 | |||
| Tires, run-flat | $150 | $150 | |||
| Cargo Management | |||||
| Air-conditioned storage compartment | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Cargo mat | $40 | $40 | $40 | ||
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | $25 | |||
| Ski sack | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Climate Control | |||||
| Automatic air recirculation | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Automatic climate control, front | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Dual-zone climate control | $125 | $125 | $125 | ||
| Rain-sensing wipers | $175 | $175 | $175 | ||
| Rear air vents with manual controls | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Residual heat | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Variable intermittent wipers | $75 | $75 | |||
| Drivetrain | |||||
| Limited-slip rear differential | $300 | ||||
| Exterior | |||||
| Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Rear spoiler | $200 | ||||
| Infotainment | |||||
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | $25 | |||
| Bluetooth cell phone link | $100 | $100 | |||
| Satellite radio | $200 | $200 | |||
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | $250 | $250 | $250 | ||
| SD Card slot | $25 | $25 | |||
| Surround sound | $250 | ||||
| Traffic information | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Voice control for nav and audio | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | |||||
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | $150 | ||||
| Automatic headlights | $125 | $125 | $125 | ||
| Interior ambient lighting | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Steering-linked headlights | $150 | $150 | |||
| Xenon HID headlights | $500 | $500 | |||
| Seats and Interior Trim | |||||
| Door sill trim plates | $100 | ||||
| Floor mats | $75 | $75 | |||
| Manual height adjuster, driver seat | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Manual height adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Manual lumbar adjuster, driver 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 | ||||
| Partial leather seating sufaces | $450 | ||||
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $150 | ||||
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $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 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 | |||
| Synthetic leather seating surfaces | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| Wood trim | $300 | $300 | |||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | |||||
| Adaptive dampers - electrical | $500 | ||||
| Electronic systems calibration selector | $200 | ||||
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | ||||
| Ultra-sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | ||||
| Total Value of Features | $2,355 | $4,455 | $5,855 | $1,075 | $1,050 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $1,305 | $3,405 | $4,805 | $25 | $0 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -1,201 | -3,132 | -4,441 | -24 | 0 |
Specifications Comparison: BMW 3-Series vs. Volkswagen Jetta
| Model Year | 2008 | 2011 |
| Model | 3-Series | Jetta |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Wheelbase | 108.7 in | 104.4 in |
| Length | 178.2 in | 182.2 in |
| Width | 71.5 in | 70.0 in |
| Height | 55.9 in | 57.2 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,341 lb. | 2,805 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 15.9 gal. | 14.5 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 38.5 in | 38.2 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 55.4 in | 55.2 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 41.5 in | 41.2 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 37.5 in | 37.1 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 55.1 in | 53.6 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 34.6 in | 38.1 in |
| Cargo Volume | 12.0 ft3 | 15.5 ft3 |
Option Package Details
BMW 3-Series 335i
| Sport Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| 225/45HR17 tires | 400 | No |
| Manual thigh support adjuster, driver seat | 50 | No |
| Power seatback bolsters, driver | 100 | No |
| Manual thigh support adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | No |
| Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Front sport buckets | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 100 | 13% |
| Total Not Requested | 700 | 87% |
Option Package Details
BMW 3-Series M3
| Technology Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Adaptive shocks - electrical | 500 | No |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | No |
| Traffic information | 25 | No |
| Electronic systems calibration selector | 200 | No |
| Total Requested | 850 | 51% |
| Total Not Requested | 825 | 49% |
Option Package Details
Volkswagen Jetta SEL
| Sport Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | 250 | Yes |
| Front sport buckets | 100 | Yes |
| Metal pedals | 75 | No |
| Door sill trim plates | 100 | No |
| Total Requested | 350 | 67% |
| Total Not Requested | 175 | 33% |
Option Package Details
Volkswagen Jetta TDI
| Navigation Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat | 50 | Yes |
| Fog lights | 125 | Yes |
| Additional chrome trim | 0 | No |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| HD radio | 50 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1075 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
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