BMW Z4 BMW Z4 2015 Volkswagen Passat Volkswagen Passat 2006

We are 103,000+ car owners sharing real-world car information.

Join Us

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.

BMW Z4 vs. Volkswagen Passat Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $39,880

Volkswagen Passat 3.6 VR6   
Difference: $23,125

Lowest Total Invoice: $36,703

Volkswagen Passat 3.6 VR6   
Difference: $21,975

Calculate Payments

  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20152006
ModelZ4Passat
TrimsDrive35i3.6 VR6
Body2dr Hardtop conv.4dr Sedan
Base Price $56,950 $29,950
Base Invoice $53,075 $27,513
Technology Package 2,250  
Obstacle detection, rear 750  
Metallic paint (extra cost) 550  
Cargo net 60  
Heated front seats 500  
Wood trim 0  
CD changer, remote 600  
Satellite radio - one year subscription 350  
Luxury #2 Package   5,250
Sport Package   300
AWD   1,950
Navigation system   1,800
Technology Package 2,050  
Obstacle detection, rear 685  
Metallic paint (extra cost) 500  
Cargo net 53  
Heated front seats 455  
Wood trim 0  
CD changer, remote 545  
Satellite radio - one year subscription 320  
Luxury #2 Package   4,797
Sport Package   274
AWD   1,900
Navigation system   1,589
Options (change) 5,060 9,300
Options (change) 4,608 8,560
Destination 995 630
Total Price $63,005 $39,880
Total Invoice $58,678 $36,703

Return to top

While we strive for accuracy, the site is not error-free, and prices can change at any time.

Dealer Price Quotes

Want to find out how much dealers are willing to discount these cars?

Request free, no-obligation BMW Z4 dealer quotes or Volkswagen Passat dealer quotes from dealers using our car quote form.

The process is easy and takes just a minute or two. You'll receive price quotes from local approved dealers within 48 hours.

TrueDelta Value Comparison: BMW Z4 vs. Volkswagen Passat

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Volkswagen Passat 3.6 VR6
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $17,515
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $16,750
Model Year20152006
ModelZ4Passat
TrimsDrive35i3.6 VR6
Body2dr Hardtop conv.4dr Sedan
Engine300hp I6280hp V6
TransmissionS7T6
DrivetrainRWDAWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)17/24 MPG18/27 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 10600, 10
Tire (rear if not all the same)225/40-18235/45-17
Total Price$63,005$39,880
Adjustments for Features-5,6100
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$57,395$39,880
Total Invoice$58,678$36,703
Adjustments for Features-5,2250
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$53,453$36,703

Return to top

Features Comparison: BMW Z4 vs. Volkswagen Passat

Model Year20152006
ModelZ4Passat
TrimsDrive35i3.6 VR6
Body2dr Hardtop conv.4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
7-speed automated manual$1200 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic $1100
RWD$0 
AWD $1700
Accessories 
Power rear side windows $200
Proximity key$250 
Remote app$25 
Sunshade, rear $125
Sunshades, second row $125
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats $0
Knee airbag, driver$75 
Knee airbag, passenger$75 
Roll bar$200 
Side curtain airbags $350
Tires, run-flat$150 
Cargo Management 
Air-conditioned storage compartment $50
Overhead sunglass holder $25
Ski sack$50 
Climate Control 
Rear air vents $100
Engine / Motor 
Automatic start / stop$150 
Regenerative braking$0 
Exterior 
Bodyside moldings $75
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)$25 
Power retractable hardtop$6750 
Sunroof $900
Infotainment 
App support$0 
Aux input$50 
Bluetooth audio streaming$25 
Bluetooth cell phone link$100 
DVD-compatible player$0 
HD radio$50 
Media drive$15 
S Voice support$0 
Siri Eyes Free support$0 
SMS text-to-speech reader$25 
Telematics service, such as OnStar$200 
Text dictation$50 
Traffic + travel information$25 
Voice control for external devices$0 
Voice control for nav and audio$100 
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror$75 
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror$75 
Headlight washers $50
Illuminated visor mirror, driver $50
Illuminated visor mirror, passenger $50
Power-folding mirrors$50 
Trip computer $150
Visor mirror, driver$10 
Visor mirror, passenger$10 
Seats and Interior Trim 
Aluminum trim $100
Center armrest(s), second row $50
Manual thigh support length adjuster, driver seat$50 
Manual thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat$50 
Power seatback bolsters, driver seat$100 
Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat$100 
Wood trim$300 
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Electronic systems calibration selector$200 
Sport suspension (upgrade) $0
Transmission 
Launch control$100 
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls$100 
Total Value of Features$10,810$5,200
Value of Feature Adjustments$5,610$0
Value of Feature Adjustments-5,2250

Return to top

Specifications Comparison: BMW Z4 vs. Volkswagen Passat

Model Year20152006
ModelZ4Passat
Body2dr Hardtop conv.4dr Sedan
Wheelbase98.3 in106.7 in
Length166.9 in188.2 in
Width70.5 in71.7 in
Height50.8 in58.0 in
Curb Weight3,538 lb.3,829 lb.
Fuel Capacity14.5 gal.18.5 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.1 in38.4 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room53.3 in55.7 in
Row 1 Legroom42.2 in41.4 in
Row 2 Headroom0.0 in37.8 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room0.0 in54.6 in
Row 2 Legroom0.0 in37.7 in
Cargo Volume10.9 ft314.2 ft3

Return to top

Option Package Details
BMW Z4 sDrive35i

Technology Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
DVD-compatible player0No
Voice control for nav and audio100No
Media drive15No
Traffic + travel information25No
App support0No
Remote app25No
Siri Eyes Free support0No
S Voice support0No
Text dictation50No
SMS text-to-speech reader25No
Voice recorder0No
Smartphone integration0No
Total Requested60071%
Total Not Requested24029%

Option Package Details
Volkswagen Passat 3.6 VR6

AWD
FeatureValueRequested?
AWD0Yes
Second-row 3-person bench0No
Total Requested071%
Total Not Requested029%
Navigation system
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
CD changer, remote-125Yes
Total Requested475100%
Total Not Requested00%
Luxury #2 Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Steering-linked headlights150Yes
Xenon HID headlights500Yes
Obstacle detection, front150Yes
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Headlight washers50No
Dynaudio, 600W, 10 speakers350No
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Perimeter approach lighting25No
Power recliner, passenger seat100Yes
Heated windshield washer nozzles15Yes
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Universal garage door opener100Yes
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Rain-sensing wipers100Yes
Automatic headlights125Yes
Fog lights125Yes
Sunshades, second row125No
Sunshade, rear125No
Memory system, driver seat200Yes
Wood trim300No
Power height adjuster, passenger seat50Yes
Automatic climate control, front200Yes
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Dual-zone climate control125Yes
Power height adjuster, driver seat50Yes
Cargo net40Yes
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Audio controls on steering wheel125Yes
Heated front seats200Yes
Leather-wrapped steering wheel150Yes
Total Requested430582%
Total Not Requested97518%
Sport Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Sport suspension (upgrade)250No
Front sport buckets100Yes
Aluminum trim100No
Total Requested10022%
Total Not Requested35078%

Was this information useful?

We're glad we could help! Share this page:

We're so sorry! Tell us how we can improve it.

See TrueDelta's information for all Hatchbacks and Convertibles.
See TrueDelta's information for all BMW models.