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BMW Z4 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 Z4 vs. Volkswagen Passat Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $30,665 Volkswagen Passat 2.5L SEL Premium | ||||||
| Difference: $26,230 | ||||||
Lowest Total Invoice: $29,440 Volkswagen Passat 2.5L SEL Premium | ||||||
| Difference: $23,085 | ||||||
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| Model Year | 2012 | 2012 | 2012 | 2012 | 2012 | 2012 |
| Model | Z4 | Z4 | Z4 | Passat | Passat | Passat |
| Trim | sDrive28i | sDrive35i | sDrive35is | 2.5L SEL Premium | TDI SEL Premium | V6 SEL Premium |
| Body | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Price | $48,650 | $55,150 | $64,200 | $29,895 | $32,195 | $32,950 |
| Base Invoice | $44,940 | $50,920 | $59,245 | $28,670 | $30,876 | $31,600 |
| Premium Package | 3,300 | 1,100 | 1,100 | |||
| Navigation system | 2,150 | 2,150 | 2,150 | |||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 550 | 550 | 550 | |||
| Heated front seats | 500 | 500 | 500 | |||
| Proximity key | 500 | 500 | 500 | |||
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | 350 | 350 | 350 | |||
| Premium Package | 3,005 | 1,000 | 1,000 | |||
| Navigation system | 1,955 | 1,955 | 1,955 | |||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 500 | 500 | 500 | |||
| Heated front seats | 455 | 455 | 455 | |||
| Proximity key | 455 | 455 | 455 | |||
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | 320 | 320 | 320 | |||
| Options (change) | 7,350 | 5,150 | 5,150 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Options (change) | 6,690 | 4,685 | 4,685 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Destination | 895 | 895 | 895 | 770 | 770 | 770 |
| Total Price | $56,895 | $61,195 | $70,245 | $30,665 | $32,965 | $33,720 |
| Total Invoice | $52,525 | $56,500 | $64,825 | $29,440 | $31,646 | $32,370 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: BMW Z4 vs. Volkswagen Passat
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Volkswagen Passat 2.5L SEL Premium | ||||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $20,860 | ||||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $18,127 | ||||||
| Model Year | 2012 | 2012 | 2012 | 2012 | 2012 | 2012 |
| Model | Z4 | Z4 | Z4 | Passat | Passat | Passat |
| Trim | sDrive28i | sDrive35i | sDrive35is | 2.5L SEL Premium | TDI SEL Premium | V6 SEL Premium |
| Body | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | 240hp I4 | 300hp I6 | 335hp I6 | 170hp I5 | 140hp I4 D | 280hp V6 |
| Transmission | M6 | M6 | S7 | T6 | S6 | S6 |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | RWD | FWD | FWD | FWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | ?, 10 | ?, 10 | ?, 10 | 400, 9 | 400, 9 | 400, 9 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 225/45-17 | 225/45-17 | 225/40-18 | 215/55-17 | 235/45-18 | 235/45-18 |
| Total Price | $56,895 | $61,195 | $70,245 | $30,665 | $32,965 | $33,720 |
| Adjustments for Features | -5,370 | -5,820 | -7,870 | 0 | 0 | -100 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $51,525 | $55,375 | $62,375 | $30,665 | $32,965 | $33,620 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $3,850 | $10,850 | $0 | $2,300 | $2,955 |
| Total Invoice | $52,525 | $56,500 | $64,825 | $29,440 | $31,646 | $32,370 |
| Adjustments for Features | -4,958 | -5,373 | -7,263 | 0 | 0 | -96 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $47,567 | $51,127 | $57,562 | $29,440 | $31,646 | $32,274 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $3,560 | $9,995 | $0 | $2,206 | $2,834 |
Features Comparison: BMW Z4 vs. Volkswagen Passat
| Model Year | 2012 | 2012 | 2012 | 2012 | 2012 | 2012 |
| Model | Z4 | Z4 | Z4 | Passat | Passat | Passat |
| Trim | sDrive28i | sDrive35i | sDrive35is | 2.5L SEL Premium | TDI SEL Premium | V6 SEL Premium |
| Body | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||||||
| 6-speed manual | $150 | $150 | ||||
| 7-speed automated manual | $1200 | |||||
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | |||||
| 6-speed automated manual | $1100 | $1100 | ||||
| RWD | $0 | $0 | $0 | |||
| FWD | $0 | $0 | $0 | |||
| Accessories | ||||||
| Power rear side windows | $200 | $200 | $200 | |||
| Remote app | $25 | $25 | $25 | |||
| Remote start | $150 | $150 | $150 | |||
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||||||
| Knee airbag, driver | $75 | $75 | $75 | |||
| Knee airbag, passenger | $75 | $75 | $75 | |||
| Roll bar | $200 | $200 | $200 | |||
| Side curtain airbags | $350 | $350 | $350 | |||
| Temporary spare tire | $150 | $150 | $150 | |||
| Tires, run-flat | $150 | $150 | $150 | |||
| Cargo Management | ||||||
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | $25 | $25 | |||
| Ski sack | $50 | $50 | $50 | |||
| Climate Control | ||||||
| Automatic air recirculation | $100 | $100 | $100 | |||
| Rain-sensing wipers | $175 | $175 | $175 | |||
| Variable intermittent wipers | $75 | $75 | $75 | |||
| Engine / Motor | ||||||
| Automatic start / stop | $150 | $150 | $150 | |||
| Raised top speed limiter | $0 | |||||
| Regenerative braking | $0 | $0 | $0 | |||
| Exterior | ||||||
| Bodyside moldings | $75 | $75 | $75 | |||
| Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) | $25 | $25 | $25 | |||
| Power retractable hardtop | $6750 | $6750 | $6750 | |||
| Sunroof | $900 | $900 | $900 | |||
| Infotainment | ||||||
| DVD-compatible player | $0 | $0 | $0 | |||
| iPod integration | $100 | $100 | $100 | |||
| Satellite radio | $200 | $200 | $200 | |||
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | $250 | $250 | $250 | |||
| SD Card slot | $25 | $25 | $25 | |||
| SMS text-to-speech reader | $25 | $25 | $25 | |||
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | $200 | $200 | $200 | |||
| USB port | $25 | $25 | $25 | |||
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | $0 | $0 | |||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||||||
| Analog clock | $25 | $25 | $25 | |||
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | $75 | $75 | $75 | |||
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | $75 | $75 | $75 | |||
| Cornering lights | $50 | $50 | $50 | |||
| Illuminated visor mirror, driver | $50 | $50 | $50 | |||
| Illuminated visor mirror, passenger | $50 | $50 | $50 | |||
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | $50 | $50 | |||
| Steering-linked headlights | $150 | $150 | $150 | |||
| Trip computer | $150 | $150 | $150 | |||
| Visor mirror, driver | $10 | $10 | $10 | |||
| Visor mirror, passenger | $10 | $10 | $10 | |||
| Xenon HID headlights | $500 | $500 | $500 | |||
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||||||
| Aluminum trim | $100 | $100 | ||||
| Center armrest(s), second row | $50 | $50 | $50 | |||
| Door sill trim plates | $100 | $100 | ||||
| Folding second row seats | $300 | $300 | $300 | |||
| Leather door panel trim | $250 | $250 | ||||
| Manual thigh support length adjuster, driver seat | $50 | |||||
| Manual thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | |||||
| No leather in second row | $-300 | $-300 | $-300 | |||
| 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 | |||||
| Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat | $100 | |||||
| Power tilt adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | |||
| Synthetic suede inserts in leather seating surfaces | $0 | $0 | $0 | |||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||||||
| Adaptive dampers - electrical | $500 | |||||
| Electronic systems calibration selector | $200 | $200 | $200 | |||
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | |||||
| Transmission | ||||||
| Launch control | $100 | |||||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | $100 | ||||
| Total Value of Features | $9,595 | $10,045 | $12,095 | $4,225 | $4,225 | $4,325 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $5,370 | $5,820 | $7,870 | $0 | $0 | $100 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -4,958 | -5,373 | -7,263 | 0 | 0 | -96 |
Specifications Comparison: BMW Z4 vs. Volkswagen Passat
| Model Year | 2012 | 2012 |
| Model | Z4 | Passat |
| Body | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 4dr Sedan |
| Wheelbase | 98.3 in | 110.4 in |
| Length | 166.9 in | 191.6 in |
| Width | 70.5 in | 72.2 in |
| Height | 50.8 in | 58.5 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,264 lb. | 3,167 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 14.5 gal. | 18.5 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 39.1 in | 38.3 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 53.3 in | 56.9 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 42.2 in | 42.4 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 0.0 in | 37.8 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 0.0 in | 57.0 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 0.0 in | 39.1 in |
| Cargo Volume | 10.9 ft3 | 15.9 ft3 |
Option Package Details
BMW Z4 sDrive28i
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Automatic climate control, front | 200 | Yes |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | 150 | No |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 150 | No |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | No |
| Dual-zone climate control | 125 | Yes |
| Power-folding mirrors | 50 | No |
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | 75 | No |
| Automatic air recirculation | 100 | No |
| Interior ambient lighting | 150 | Yes |
| No leather in second row | -300 | No |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power height adjuster, driver seat | 50 | Yes |
| Power tilt adjuster, driver seat | 100 | 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 |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 2425 | 86% |
| Total Not Requested | 400 | 14% |
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Traffic information | 25 | Yes |
| Media drive, large | 15 | Yes |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | 200 | No |
| SMS text-to-speech reader | 25 | No |
| Bluetooth audio streaming | 25 | Yes |
| Remote app | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 765 | 75% |
| Total Not Requested | 250 | 25% |
Option Package Details
BMW Z4 sDrive35i
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | 150 | No |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 150 | No |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | No |
| Power-folding mirrors | 50 | No |
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | 75 | No |
| Interior ambient lighting | 150 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 400 | 44% |
| Total Not Requested | 500 | 56% |
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Traffic information | 25 | Yes |
| Media drive, large | 15 | Yes |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | 200 | No |
| SMS text-to-speech reader | 25 | No |
| Bluetooth audio streaming | 25 | Yes |
| Remote app | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 765 | 75% |
| Total Not Requested | 250 | 25% |
Option Package Details
BMW Z4 sDrive35is
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | 150 | No |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 150 | No |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | No |
| Power-folding mirrors | 50 | No |
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | 75 | No |
| Interior ambient lighting | 150 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 400 | 44% |
| Total Not Requested | 500 | 56% |
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Traffic information | 25 | Yes |
| Media drive, large | 15 | Yes |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | 200 | No |
| SMS text-to-speech reader | 25 | No |
| Bluetooth audio streaming | 25 | Yes |
| Remote app | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 765 | 75% |
| Total Not Requested | 250 | 25% |
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