| 1 | 0 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 |
BMW 3-Series vs. Volkswagen Passat 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 Passat Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $31,815 Volkswagen Passat 1.8T SEL Premium | ||||
| Difference: $10,575 | ||||
Lowest Total Invoice: $30,544 Volkswagen Passat 1.8T SEL Premium | ||||
| Difference: $8,271 | ||||
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| Model Year | 2006 | 2006 | 2017 | 2017 |
| Model | 3-Series | 3-Series | Passat | Passat |
| Trim | 325i | 330i | 1.8T SEL Premium | V6 SEL Premium |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Price | $30,900 | $36,600 | $30,995 | $33,995 |
| Base Invoice | $28,300 | $33,485 | $29,724 | $32,601 |
| Premium Package | 2,900 | 2,200 | ||
| Navigation system | 2,000 | 2,000 | ||
| Folding second row seats | 475 | 475 | ||
| Steering-linked headlights | 800 | |||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 475 | 475 | ||
| Heated front seats | 500 | 500 | ||
| Satellite radio | 595 | 595 | ||
| Proximity key | 500 | 500 | ||
| Adaptive cruise control | 2,200 | 2,200 | ||
| Obstacle detection, rear | 350 | 350 | ||
| Sport Package (AWD) | 900 | |||
| Premium Package | 2,640 | 2,000 | ||
| Navigation system | 1,820 | 1,820 | ||
| Folding second row seats | 430 | 430 | ||
| Steering-linked headlights | 730 | |||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 430 | 430 | ||
| Heated front seats | 455 | 455 | ||
| Satellite radio | 540 | 540 | ||
| Proximity key | 455 | 455 | ||
| Adaptive cruise control | 2,000 | 2,000 | ||
| Obstacle detection, rear | 320 | 320 | ||
| Sport Package (AWD) | 820 | |||
| Options (change) | 10,795 | 10,195 | 0 | 0 |
| Options (change) | 9,820 | 9,270 | 0 | 0 |
| Destination | 695 | 695 | 820 | 820 |
| Total Price | $42,390 | $47,490 | $31,815 | $34,815 |
| Total Invoice | $38,815 | $43,450 | $30,544 | $33,421 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: BMW 3-Series vs. Volkswagen Passat
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Volkswagen Passat 1.8T SEL Premium | ||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $13,570 | ||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $11,146 | ||||
| Model Year | 2006 | 2006 | 2017 | 2017 |
| Model | 3-Series | 3-Series | Passat | Passat |
| Trim | 325i | 330i | 1.8T SEL Premium | V6 SEL Premium |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | 215hp I6 | 255hp I6 | 170hp I4 | 280hp V6 |
| Transmission | M6 | M6 | T6 | S6 |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | FWD | FWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | ?, 10 | ?, 13 | 400, 9 | 400, 9 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 205/55-16 | 225/45-17 | 235/45-18 | 235/45-18 |
| Total Price | $42,390 | $47,490 | $31,815 | $34,815 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -550 | -2,995 | -3,095 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $42,390 | $46,940 | $28,820 | $31,720 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $4,550 | $0 | $2,900 |
| Total Invoice | $38,815 | $43,450 | $30,544 | $33,421 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -503 | -2,875 | -2,971 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $38,815 | $42,947 | $27,669 | $30,450 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $4,132 | $0 | $2,781 |
Features Comparison: BMW 3-Series vs. Volkswagen Passat
| Model Year | 2006 | 2006 | 2017 | 2017 |
| Model | 3-Series | 3-Series | Passat | Passat |
| Trim | 325i | 330i | 1.8T SEL Premium | V6 SEL Premium |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||||
| 6-speed manual | $150 | $150 | ||
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | |||
| 6-speed automated manual | $1100 | |||
| RWD | $0 | $0 | ||
| FWD | $0 | $0 | ||
| Accessories | ||||
| Hands-free trunk or liftgate | $100 | $100 | ||
| Remote app | $25 | $25 | ||
| Remote start | $150 | $150 | ||
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | $15 | ||
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||||
| Automatic braking, low-speed | $200 | $200 | ||
| Blind spot warning system | $200 | $200 | ||
| Cross-traffic collision intervention, rear | $100 | $100 | ||
| Cross-traffic warning, rear | $100 | $100 | ||
| Forward collision warning | $200 | $200 | ||
| Lane departure prevention, steering-based | $200 | $200 | ||
| Lane departure warning | $200 | $200 | ||
| Obstacle detection, front | $150 | $150 | ||
| Rearview camera | $200 | $200 | ||
| Secondary collision brake assist | $25 | $25 | ||
| Tires, run-flat | $150 | $150 | ||
| Vehicle health reports | $0 | $0 | ||
| Cargo Management | ||||
| Air-conditioned storage compartment | $50 | $50 | ||
| Cargo mat | $40 | $40 | ||
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | $25 | ||
| Ski sack | $50 | $50 | ||
| Climate Control | ||||
| Rear air vents | $100 | $100 | ||
| Rear air vents with manual controls | $150 | $150 | ||
| Residual heat | $50 | $50 | ||
| Exterior | ||||
| Bodyside moldings | $75 | $75 | ||
| Infotainment | ||||
| Android Auto support | $100 | $100 | ||
| App support | $0 | $0 | ||
| Apple CarPlay support | $100 | $100 | ||
| Aux input | $50 | $50 | ||
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | $25 | ||
| HD radio | $50 | $50 | ||
| Mirrorlink support | $0 | $0 | ||
| SMS text-to-speech reader | $25 | $25 | ||
| Surround sound | $250 | |||
| Traffic + travel information | $25 | $25 | ||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||||
| Analog clock | $25 | $25 | ||
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | $75 | $75 | ||
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | $75 | $75 | ||
| Compass | $0 | $0 | ||
| LED headlights | $1000 | $1000 | ||
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | $25 | $25 | ||
| Steering-linked fog lights | $50 | $50 | ||
| Steering-linked headlights | $150 | $150 | ||
| Xenon HID headlights | $500 | $500 | ||
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||||
| Floor mats | $75 | $75 | ||
| Heated second row seats | $200 | $200 | ||
| Manual thigh support length adjuster, driver seat | $50 | |||
| Manual thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | |||
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $150 | $150 | ||
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $150 | $150 | ||
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power seatback bolsters, driver seat | $100 | |||
| Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat | $100 | |||
| Wood trim | $300 | $300 | ||
| Transmission | ||||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | |||
| Total Value of Features | $2,080 | $2,630 | $5,075 | $5,175 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $550 | $2,995 | $3,095 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | -503 | -2,875 | -2,971 |
Specifications Comparison: BMW 3-Series vs. Volkswagen Passat
| Model Year | 2006 | 2017 |
| Model | 3-Series | Passat |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Wheelbase | 108.7 in | 110.4 in |
| Length | 178.2 in | 191.6 in |
| Width | 71.5 in | 72.2 in |
| Height | 55.9 in | 58.5 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,286 lb. | 3,231 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 15.9 gal. | 18.5 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 38.5 in | 38.3 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 55.4 in | 56.9 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 41.5 in | 42.4 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 37.5 in | 37.8 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 55.1 in | 57.0 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 34.6 in | 39.1 in |
| Cargo Volume | 12.0 ft3 | 15.9 ft3 |
Option Package Details
BMW 3-Series 325i
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | No |
| Compass | 0 | No |
| Power-folding mirrors | 50 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | 75 | No |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | 150 | No |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 150 | No |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | 200 | Yes |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | 100 | 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 | Yes |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | Yes |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | Yes |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 2400 | 84% |
| Total Not Requested | 450 | 16% |
Option Package Details
BMW 3-Series 330i
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | No |
| Compass | 0 | No |
| Power-folding mirrors | 50 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | 75 | No |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | 150 | No |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 150 | No |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | 200 | Yes |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1500 | 77% |
| Total Not Requested | 450 | 23% |
| Sport Package (AWD) | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Power seatback bolsters, driver | 100 | No |
| Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| 225/45HR17 tires | 400 | No |
| Manual thigh support adjuster, driver seat | 50 | No |
| Manual thigh support adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | No |
| Alloy wheels, optional design | 0 | No |
| Front sport buckets | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 100 | 13% |
| Total Not Requested | 700 | 87% |
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