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BMW X3 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 X3 vs. Volkswagen Passat Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $37,930 Volkswagen Passat 3.6 VR6 | ||||
| Difference: $13,015 | ||||
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| Model Year | 2021 | 2021 | 2021 | 2006 |
| Model | X3 | X3 | X3 | Passat |
| Trim | sDrive30i | xDrive30i | M40i | 3.6 VR6 |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Price | $43,000 | $45,000 | $56,600 | $29,950 |
| Navigation system | 1,700 | 1,700 | 1,700 | 1,800 |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 750 | 750 | ||
| Temporary spare tire | 150 | 150 | 150 | |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 550 | 550 | 550 | |
| Heated front seats | 500 | 500 | 500 | |
| Leather seating surfaces | 1,700 | 1,700 | 1,700 | |
| Sunshades, second row | 250 | 250 | 250 | |
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,350 | 1,350 | ||
| Luxury #2 Package | 5,250 | |||
| Sport Package | 300 | |||
| Navigation system | 1,565 | 1,565 | 1,565 | 1,589 |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 690 | 690 | ||
| Temporary spare tire | 140 | 140 | 140 | |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 505 | 505 | 505 | |
| Heated front seats | 460 | 460 | 460 | |
| Leather seating surfaces | 1,565 | 1,565 | 1,565 | |
| Sunshades, second row | 230 | 230 | 230 | |
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,240 | 1,240 | ||
| Luxury #2 Package | 4,797 | |||
| Sport Package | 274 | |||
| Options (change) | 6,950 | 6,950 | 4,850 | 7,350 |
| Options (change) | 6,395 | 6,395 | 4,465 | 6,660 |
| Destination | 995 | 995 | 995 | 630 |
| Total Price | $50,945 | $52,945 | $62,445 | $37,930 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: BMW X3 vs. Volkswagen Passat
| Lowest Adjusted Price: Volkswagen Passat 3.6 VR6 | ||||
| Lowest Adjusted Invoice: BMW X3 M40i | ||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $8,685 | ||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $30,041 | ||||
| Model Year | 2021 | 2021 | 2021 | 2006 |
| Model | X3 | X3 | X3 | Passat |
| Trim | sDrive30i | xDrive30i | M40i | 3.6 VR6 |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | 248hp I4 | 248hp I4 | 355hp I6 | 280hp V6 |
| Transmission | T8 | T8 | T8 | T6 |
| Drivetrain | RWD | AWD | AWD | FWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 205, 12 | 205, 12 | 205, 12 | 600, 10 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 225/60-18 | 225/60-18 | 245/50-19 | 235/45-17 |
| Total Price | $50,945 | $52,945 | $62,445 | $37,930 |
| Adjustments for Features | -4,330 | -6,030 | -7,980 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $46,615 | $46,915 | $54,465 | $37,930 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $300 | $7,850 | $0 |
Features Comparison: BMW X3 vs. Volkswagen Passat
| Model Year | 2021 | 2021 | 2021 | 2006 |
| Model | X3 | X3 | X3 | Passat |
| Trim | sDrive30i | xDrive30i | M40i | 3.6 VR6 |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||||
| 8-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1300 | $1300 | $1300 | |
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | |||
| RWD | $0 | |||
| AWD | $1700 | $1700 | ||
| FWD | $0 | |||
| Accessories | ||||
| Hands-free trunk or liftgate | $100 | |||
| Power liftgate | $350 | $350 | $350 | |
| Proximity key | $250 | |||
| Remote app | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | $15 | $15 | |
| Sunshade, rear | $125 | |||
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||||
| Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats | $0 | |||
| Hill descent control | $250 | $250 | $250 | |
| Rearview camera | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Tires, run-flat | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Torque vectoring, brake-based | $100 | |||
| Cargo Management | ||||
| Air-conditioned storage compartment | $50 | |||
| Cargo area rails w/tie downs | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Cargo cover | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Cargo mat | $40 | $40 | $40 | |
| Cargo net | $40 | |||
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | |||
| Rear seat pass-through | $100 | |||
| Roof rails | $250 | $250 | $250 | |
| Trailering equipment (4 wire) | $125 | $125 | $125 | |
| Climate Control | ||||
| Rear air vents | $100 | |||
| Rear air vents with automatic controls | $250 | $250 | $250 | |
| Rear wiper | $175 | $175 | $175 | |
| Engine / Motor | ||||
| Automatic start / stop | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Raised top speed limiter | $0 | |||
| Regenerative braking | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Exterior | ||||
| Active grille shutters | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Black exterior trim (optional) | $0 | |||
| Bodyside cladding | $350 | |||
| Bodyside cladding (gray/black) | $250 | $250 | ||
| Bodyside moldings | $75 | |||
| Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Deep-tinted rear windows | $275 | $275 | $275 | |
| Panoramic sunroof | $1200 | $1200 | $1200 | |
| Rear spoiler | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Sport rocker panels (optional) | $0 | |||
| Sunroof | $900 | |||
| Wheel-lip moldings | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Infotainment | ||||
| 4G LTE connectivity | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| App support | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Aux input | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| CD changer, remote | $200 | |||
| DVD-compatible player | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Handwriting recognition | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| HD radio | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| In-vehicle Internet | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Media drive | $15 | $15 | $15 | |
| Navigation map updates, three years | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| S Voice support | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Satellite radio | $200 | $200 | ||
| Siri Eyes Free support | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| SMS text-to-speech reader | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Traffic + travel information | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Voice control for nav and audio | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||||
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Auto-dimming headlights | $200 | |||
| Compass | $0 | |||
| Headlight washers | $50 | |||
| LED headlights | $1000 | |||
| LED headlights, single projector or low beam only | $750 | $750 | ||
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Steering-linked headlights | $150 | $150 | ||
| Xenon HID headlights | $500 | |||
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||||
| Aluminum trim | $100 | |||
| Manual recliner, second row seats | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Manual thigh support length adjuster, driver seat | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Manual thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $150 | $150 | ||
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $150 | $150 | ||
| Power seatback bolsters, driver seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Upholstered instrument panel | $300 | |||
| Wood trim | $300 | $300 | $300 | |
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||||
| Electronic systems calibration selector | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | $0 | ||
| Transmission | ||||
| Launch control | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Total Value of Features | $8,345 | $10,045 | $11,995 | $4,015 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $4,330 | $6,030 | $7,980 | $0 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -628 | -842 | -698 | 0 |
Specifications Comparison: BMW X3 vs. Volkswagen Passat
| Model Year | 2021 | 2006 |
| Model | X3 | Passat |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan |
| Wheelbase | 112.8 in | 106.7 in |
| Length | 185.9 in | 188.2 in |
| Width | 74.4 in | 71.7 in |
| Height | 66.0 in | 58.0 in |
| Curb Weight | 4,042 lb. | 3,306 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 17.7 gal. | 18.5 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 41.1 in | 38.4 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 57.5 in | 55.7 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 40.3 in | 41.4 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 39.1 in | 37.8 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 56.0 in | 54.6 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 36.4 in | 37.7 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 28.7 ft3 | 14.2 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 62.7 ft3 | 14.2 ft3 |
Option Package Details
BMW X3 sDrive30i
| 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 |
| Remote app | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 600 | 54% |
| Total Not Requested | 515 | 46% |
Option Package Details
BMW X3 xDrive30i
| 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 |
| Remote app | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 600 | 54% |
| Total Not Requested | 515 | 46% |
Option Package Details
BMW X3 M40i
| 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 |
| Remote app | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 600 | 54% |
| Total Not Requested | 515 | 46% |
Option Package Details
Volkswagen Passat 3.6 VR6
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| CD changer, remote | -125 | No |
| Total Requested | 600 | 126% |
| Total Not Requested | -125 | -26% |
| Luxury #2 Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Steering-linked headlights | 150 | Yes |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, front | 150 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Headlight washers | 50 | No |
| Dynaudio, 600W, 10 speakers | 350 | No |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Heated windshield washer nozzles | 15 | Yes |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Rain-sensing wipers | 100 | Yes |
| Automatic headlights | 125 | Yes |
| Fog lights | 125 | Yes |
| Sunshades, second row | 125 | Yes |
| Sunshade, rear | 125 | No |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | Yes |
| Wood trim | 300 | No |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | Yes |
| Automatic climate control, front | 200 | Yes |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Dual-zone climate control | 125 | Yes |
| Power height adjuster, driver seat | 50 | Yes |
| Cargo net | 40 | No |
| Power tilt adjuster, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Perimeter approach lighting | 25 | No |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Audio controls on steering wheel | 125 | Yes |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Leather-wrapped steering wheel | 150 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 4390 | 83% |
| Total Not Requested | 890 | 17% |
| Sport Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | 250 | Yes |
| Front sport buckets | 100 | No |
| Aluminum trim | 100 | No |
| Total Requested | 250 | 56% |
| Total Not Requested | 200 | 44% |
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