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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: $31,040 Volkswagen Passat 2.5L SEL Premium | |||||||||
| Difference: $11,130 | |||||||||
Lowest Total Invoice: $29,740 Volkswagen Passat 2.5L SEL Premium | |||||||||
| Difference: $9,735 | |||||||||
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| Model Year | 2016 | 2016 | 2016 | 2016 | 2016 | 2016 | 2012 | 2012 | 2012 |
| Model | 3-Series | 3-Series | 3-Series | 3-Series | 3-Series | 3-Series | Passat | Passat | Passat |
| Trim | 320i | 328i | 328d | 330e | 340i | M3 | 2.5L SEL Premium | TDI SEL Premium | V6 SEL Premium |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Price | $33,150 | $38,350 | $39,850 | $43,700 | $45,800 | $63,500 | $29,895 | $32,195 | $32,950 |
| Base Invoice | $31,180 | $35,960 | $37,340 | $40,885 | $42,815 | $59,100 | $28,670 | $30,876 | $31,600 |
| Premium Package | 3,100 | ||||||||
| Navigation system | 1,950 | 1,950 | 1,950 | 1,950 | 1,950 | ||||
| Leather seating surfaces | 1,450 | 1,450 | 1,450 | 1,450 | 1,450 | 950 | |||
| Heated front seats | 500 | 500 | 500 | 500 | 500 | ||||
| Folding second row seats | 475 | ||||||||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 550 | 550 | 550 | 550 | 550 | 550 | |||
| Sunroof | 1,050 | 1,050 | 1,050 | 0 | |||||
| Wood trim | 0 | ||||||||
| Rear spoiler | 375 | 375 | 375 | ||||||
| Premium Package | 2,820 | ||||||||
| Navigation system | 1,775 | 1,775 | 1,775 | 1,775 | 1,775 | ||||
| Leather seating surfaces | 1,320 | 1,320 | 1,320 | 1,320 | 1,320 | 865 | |||
| Heated front seats | 455 | 455 | 455 | 455 | 455 | ||||
| Folding second row seats | 430 | ||||||||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 500 | 500 | 500 | 500 | 500 | 500 | |||
| Sunroof | 955 | 955 | 955 | 0 | |||||
| Wood trim | 0 | ||||||||
| Rear spoiler | 300 | 300 | 300 | ||||||
| Options (change) | 8,025 | 5,500 | 5,500 | 5,500 | 4,450 | 1,500 | 375 | 375 | 375 |
| Options (change) | 7,300 | 5,005 | 5,005 | 5,005 | 4,050 | 1,365 | 300 | 300 | 300 |
| Destination | 995 | 995 | 995 | 995 | 995 | 995 | 770 | 770 | 770 |
| Gas Tax | 0 | 0 | 0 | -4,001 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Total Price | $42,170 | $44,845 | $46,345 | $46,194 | $51,245 | $65,995 | $31,040 | $33,340 | $34,095 |
| Total Invoice | $39,475 | $41,960 | $43,340 | $42,884 | $47,860 | $61,460 | $29,740 | $31,946 | $32,670 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: BMW 3-Series vs. Volkswagen Passat
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Volkswagen Passat 2.5L SEL Premium | |||||||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $10,665 | |||||||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $9,300 | |||||||||
| Model Year | 2016 | 2016 | 2016 | 2016 | 2016 | 2016 | 2012 | 2012 | 2012 |
| Model | 3-Series | 3-Series | 3-Series | 3-Series | 3-Series | 3-Series | Passat | Passat | Passat |
| Trim | 320i | 328i | 328d | 330e | 340i | M3 | 2.5L SEL Premium | TDI SEL Premium | V6 SEL Premium |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | 180hp I4 | 240hp I4 | 180hp I4 D | 181hp I4 PiH | 320hp I6 | 425hp I6 | 170hp I5 | 140hp I4 D | 280hp V6 |
| Transmission | M6 | T8 | T8 | T8 | M6 | M6 | T6 | S6 | S6 |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | RWD | RWD | RWD | RWD | FWD | FWD | FWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 205, 9 | 205, 9 | 205, 9 | 205, 9 | 205, 9 | 600, 16 | 400, 9 | 400, 9 | 400, 9 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 225/50-17 | 225/50-17 | 225/50-17 | 225/50-17 | 225/45-18 | 255/40-18 | 215/55-17 | 235/45-18 | 235/45-18 |
| Total Price | $42,170 | $44,845 | $46,345 | $46,194 | $51,245 | $65,995 | $31,040 | $33,340 | $34,095 |
| Adjustments for Features | -465 | -1,390 | -1,490 | -1,515 | -2,140 | -2,590 | 0 | 0 | -100 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $41,705 | $43,455 | $44,855 | $44,679 | $49,105 | $63,405 | $31,040 | $33,340 | $33,995 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $1,750 | $3,150 | $2,974 | $7,400 | $21,700 | $0 | $2,300 | $2,955 |
| Total Invoice | $39,475 | $41,960 | $43,340 | $42,884 | $47,860 | $61,460 | $29,740 | $31,946 | $32,670 |
| Adjustments for Features | -435 | -1,301 | -1,393 | -1,406 | -1,999 | -2,412 | 0 | 0 | -96 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $39,040 | $40,659 | $41,947 | $41,478 | $45,861 | $59,048 | $29,740 | $31,946 | $32,574 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $1,619 | $2,907 | $2,438 | $6,821 | $20,008 | $0 | $2,206 | $2,834 |
Features Comparison: BMW 3-Series vs. Volkswagen Passat
| Model Year | 2016 | 2016 | 2016 | 2016 | 2016 | 2016 | 2012 | 2012 | 2012 |
| Model | 3-Series | 3-Series | 3-Series | 3-Series | 3-Series | 3-Series | Passat | Passat | Passat |
| Trim | 320i | 328i | 328d | 330e | 340i | M3 | 2.5L SEL Premium | TDI SEL Premium | V6 SEL Premium |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | |||||||||
| 6-speed manual | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||||||
| 8-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1300 | $1300 | $1300 | ||||||
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | ||||||||
| 6-speed automated manual | $1100 | $1100 | |||||||
| RWD | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | |||
| FWD | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||||||
| Accessories | |||||||||
| Hands-free trunk or liftgate | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||||||
| Proximity key | $250 | $250 | $250 | $250 | $250 | $250 | |||
| Remote app | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | |||
| Remote start | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||||||
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | $15 | $15 | $15 | $15 | $15 | |||
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | |||||||||
| Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | |||
| Knee airbag, driver | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | |||
| Knee airbag, passenger | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | |||
| Temporary spare tire | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||||||
| Tires, run-flat | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||||
| Cargo Management | |||||||||
| Air-conditioned storage compartment | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | |||
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||||||
| Rear seat pass-through | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||||||
| Climate Control | |||||||||
| Automatic air recirculation | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |||
| Rain-sensing wipers | $175 | $175 | $175 | $175 | $175 | $175 | |||
| Rear air vents with manual controls | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |||
| Residual heat | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | |||
| Variable intermittent wipers | $75 | $75 | $75 | ||||||
| Drivetrain | |||||||||
| Active rear differential | $500 | ||||||||
| Engine / Motor | |||||||||
| 3.6 kW onboard charger | $0 | ||||||||
| 8 kWh battery pack | $0 | ||||||||
| Automatic start / stop | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |||
| Regenerative braking | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||||
| Exterior | |||||||||
| Black exterior trim (optional) | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||||
| Bodyside moldings | $75 | $75 | $75 | ||||||
| Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) | $25 | $25 | |||||||
| Painted brake calipers (optional) | $0 | ||||||||
| Rear spoiler | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | |||||
| Sport rocker panels (optional) | $0 | ||||||||
| Infotainment | |||||||||
| 4G LTE connectivity | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | |||
| App support | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | |||
| Handwriting recognition | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | |||
| In-vehicle Internet | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |||
| iPod integration | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||||||
| Navigation map updates, three years | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | |||
| S Voice support | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | |||
| Satellite radio | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||||||
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | $250 | $250 | $250 | ||||||
| SD Card slot | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||||||
| Siri Eyes Free support | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | |||
| Surround sound | $250 | ||||||||
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | |||
| Traffic + travel information | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | |||
| Traffic information | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||||||
| USB port | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | |||
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | |||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | |||||||||
| Analog clock | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||||||
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | |||
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | |||
| Compass | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | |||
| Cornering lights | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | |||||
| Fog lights | $125 | $125 | $125 | $125 | $125 | $125 | $125 | $125 | |
| Large energy flow and fuel economy display | $25 | ||||||||
| LED headlights | $1000 | ||||||||
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | |||
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | |||
| Steering-linked headlights | $150 | ||||||||
| Xenon HID headlights | $500 | ||||||||
| Seats and Interior Trim | |||||||||
| Door sill trim plates | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||||
| Manual thigh support length adjuster, driver seat | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||||
| Manual thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||||
| 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 | $100 | ||||||
| Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||||||
| Power seatback bolsters, driver seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||||
| Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||||
| Power tilt adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |||
| Synthetic suede inserts in leather seating surfaces | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||||||
| Wood trim | $300 | $300 | $300 | $300 | $300 | ||||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | |||||||||
| Electronic systems calibration selector | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | |||
| Performance steering system (optional) | $0 | ||||||||
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | ||||||||
| Transmission | |||||||||
| Downshift rev matching | $50 | ||||||||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||||||
| Total Value of Features | $3,340 | $4,265 | $4,365 | $4,390 | $5,015 | $5,465 | $2,875 | $2,875 | $2,975 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $465 | $1,390 | $1,490 | $1,515 | $2,140 | $2,590 | $0 | $0 | $100 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -435 | -1,301 | -1,393 | -1,406 | -1,999 | -2,412 | 0 | 0 | -96 |
Specifications Comparison: BMW 3-Series vs. Volkswagen Passat
| Model Year | 2016 | 2012 |
| Model | 3-Series | Passat |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Wheelbase | 110.6 in | 110.4 in |
| Length | 182.5 in | 191.6 in |
| Width | 71.3 in | 72.2 in |
| Height | 56.3 in | 58.5 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,431 lb. | 3,167 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 15.8 gal. | 18.5 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 40.3 in | 38.3 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 55.1 in | 56.9 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 42.0 in | 42.4 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 37.7 in | 37.8 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 55.1 in | 57.0 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 35.1 in | 39.1 in |
| Cargo Volume | 13.0 ft3 | 15.9 ft3 |
Option Package Details
BMW 3-Series 320i
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Sunroof | 900 | Yes |
| 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 |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | No |
| Compass | 0 | No |
| Power-folding mirrors | 50 | No |
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | 75 | No |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | Yes |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power height adjuster, driver seat | 50 | Yes |
| Power tilt adjuster, driver seat | 50 | No |
| 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 |
| Total Requested | 2150 | 70% |
| Total Not Requested | 900 | 30% |
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Media drive | 15 | Yes |
| 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 | 715 | 64% |
| Total Not Requested | 400 | 36% |
Option Package Details
BMW 3-Series 328i
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Media drive | 15 | Yes |
| 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 | 715 | 64% |
| Total Not Requested | 400 | 36% |
Option Package Details
BMW 3-Series 328d
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Media drive | 15 | Yes |
| 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 | 715 | 64% |
| Total Not Requested | 400 | 36% |
Option Package Details
BMW 3-Series 330e
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Media drive | 15 | Yes |
| 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 | 715 | 64% |
| Total Not Requested | 400 | 36% |
Option Package Details
BMW 3-Series 340i
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Media drive | 15 | Yes |
| 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 | 715 | 64% |
| Total Not Requested | 400 | 36% |
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