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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: $32,500 Volkswagen Passat 2.0T SEL Premium | |||||
| Difference: $14,620 | |||||
Lowest Total Invoice: $31,203 Volkswagen Passat 2.0T SEL Premium | |||||
| Difference: $12,212 | |||||
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| Model Year | 2009 | 2009 | 2009 | 2018 | 2018 |
| Model | 3-Series | 3-Series | 3-Series | Passat | Passat |
| Trim | 328i | 335i | 335d | 2.0T SEL Premium | V6 SEL Premium |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Price | $33,600 | $40,300 | $43,900 | $31,650 | $34,650 |
| Base Invoice | $31,090 | $37,255 | $40,570 | $30,353 | $33,230 |
| Premium Package | 3,350 | 2,650 | 2,650 | ||
| Steering-linked headlights | 800 | ||||
| Navigation system | 2,100 | 2,100 | 2,100 | ||
| Folding second row seats | 475 | 475 | 475 | ||
| Obstacle detection, rear | 750 | 750 | 750 | ||
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | 595 | 595 | 595 | ||
| Proximity key | 500 | 500 | 500 | ||
| HD radio | 350 | 350 | 350 | ||
| Heated front seats | 500 | 500 | 500 | ||
| Adaptive cruise control | 2,400 | 2,400 | 2,400 | ||
| iPod integration | 400 | 400 | 400 | ||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 475 | 475 | 475 | ||
| Sport Package | 1,350 | ||||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | 100 | ||||
| Premium Package | 3,050 | 2,410 | 2,410 | ||
| Steering-linked headlights | 730 | ||||
| Navigation system | 1,910 | 1,910 | 1,910 | ||
| Folding second row seats | 430 | 430 | 430 | ||
| Obstacle detection, rear | 685 | 685 | 685 | ||
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | 540 | 540 | 540 | ||
| Proximity key | 455 | 455 | 455 | ||
| HD radio | 315 | 315 | 315 | ||
| Heated front seats | 455 | 455 | 455 | ||
| Adaptive cruise control | 2,135 | 2,135 | 2,135 | ||
| iPod integration | 365 | 365 | 365 | ||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 430 | 430 | 430 | ||
| Sport Package | 1,230 | ||||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | 90 | ||||
| Options (change) | 12,695 | 12,645 | 11,195 | 0 | 0 |
| Options (change) | 11,500 | 11,450 | 10,130 | 0 | 0 |
| Destination | 825 | 825 | 825 | 850 | 850 |
| Gas Tax | 0 | 0 | -900 | 0 | 0 |
| Total Price | $47,120 | $53,770 | $55,020 | $32,500 | $35,500 |
| Total Invoice | $43,415 | $49,530 | $50,625 | $31,203 | $34,080 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: BMW 3-Series vs. Volkswagen Passat
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Volkswagen Passat 2.0T SEL Premium | |||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $17,800 | |||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $15,265 | |||||
| Model Year | 2009 | 2009 | 2009 | 2018 | 2018 |
| Model | 3-Series | 3-Series | 3-Series | Passat | Passat |
| Trim | 328i | 335i | 335d | 2.0T SEL Premium | V6 SEL Premium |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | 230hp I6 | 300hp I6 | 265hp I6 D | 174hp I4 | 280hp V6 |
| Transmission | M6 | M6 | T6 | T6 | S6 |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | RWD | FWD | FWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | ?, 10 | ?, 10 | ?, 10 | 400, 9 | 400, 9 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 205/55-16 | 225/45-17 | 225/45-17 | 235/45-18 | 235/45-18 |
| Total Price | $47,120 | $53,770 | $55,020 | $32,500 | $35,500 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -400 | -950 | -3,180 | -3,330 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $47,120 | $53,370 | $54,070 | $29,320 | $32,170 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $6,250 | $6,950 | $0 | $2,850 |
| Total Invoice | $43,415 | $49,530 | $50,625 | $31,203 | $34,080 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -368 | -874 | -3,053 | -3,197 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $43,415 | $49,162 | $49,751 | $28,150 | $30,883 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $5,747 | $6,336 | $0 | $2,733 |
Features Comparison: BMW 3-Series vs. Volkswagen Passat
| Model Year | 2009 | 2009 | 2009 | 2018 | 2018 |
| Model | 3-Series | 3-Series | 3-Series | Passat | Passat |
| Trim | 328i | 335i | 335d | 2.0T SEL Premium | V6 SEL Premium |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | |||||
| 6-speed manual | $150 | $150 | |||
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | $1100 | |||
| 6-speed automated manual | $1100 | ||||
| RWD | $0 | $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 | $15 | ||
| Semi-automated parking system | $500 | $500 | |||
| Universal garage door opener | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | |||||
| Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| 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 | |||
| Rearview camera | $200 | $200 | |||
| Secondary collision brake assist | $25 | $25 | |||
| Temporary spare tire | $150 | $150 | |||
| Tires, run-flat | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Vehicle health reports | $0 | $0 | |||
| 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 | ||
| Rear air vents | $100 | $100 | |||
| Rear air vents with manual controls | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Residual heat | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Exterior | |||||
| Bodyside moldings | $75 | $75 | |||
| Infotainment | |||||
| Android Auto support | $100 | $100 | |||
| App support | $0 | $0 | |||
| Apple CarPlay support | $100 | $100 | |||
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | $25 | |||
| iPod integration | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Media drive | $15 | $15 | $15 | ||
| Mirrorlink support | $0 | $0 | |||
| Satellite radio | $200 | $200 | |||
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | $250 | $250 | $250 | ||
| SD Card slot | $25 | $25 | |||
| SMS text-to-speech reader | $25 | $25 | |||
| Traffic + travel information | $25 | $25 | |||
| Traffic information | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| USB port | $25 | $25 | |||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | |||||
| Analog clock | $25 | $25 | |||
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | $75 | $75 | $75 | ||
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | $75 | $75 | $75 | ||
| Compass | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| LED headlights | $1000 | $1000 | |||
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Steering-linked fog lights | $50 | $50 | |||
| Steering-linked headlights | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Xenon HID headlights | $500 | $500 | $500 | ||
| Seats and Interior Trim | |||||
| Door sill trim plates | $100 | $100 | |||
| 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 | ||||
| Metal pedals | $75 | $75 | |||
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $150 | $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 | $300 | ||
| Transmission | |||||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | $100 | |||
| Total Value of Features | $2,720 | $3,120 | $3,670 | $5,900 | $6,050 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $400 | $950 | $3,180 | $3,330 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | -368 | -874 | -3,053 | -3,197 |
Specifications Comparison: BMW 3-Series vs. Volkswagen Passat
| Model Year | 2009 | 2018 |
| 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 | 3,341 lb. | 3,275 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 328i
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | 150 | No |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 150 | No |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | No |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | 200 | Yes |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | 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 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 | 2300 | 81% |
| Total Not Requested | 550 | 19% |
Option Package Details
BMW 3-Series 335i
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | 150 | No |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 150 | No |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | No |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | 200 | Yes |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | 100 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | No |
| Compass | 0 | No |
| Power-folding mirrors | 50 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | 75 | No |
| Total Requested | 1400 | 72% |
| Total Not Requested | 550 | 28% |
| 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 335d
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | 150 | No |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 150 | No |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | No |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | 200 | Yes |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | 100 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | No |
| Compass | 0 | No |
| Power-folding mirrors | 50 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | 75 | No |
| Total Requested | 1400 | 72% |
| Total Not Requested | 550 | 28% |
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