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Dodge Caliber vs. Volkswagen Jetta Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Dodge Caliber vs. Volkswagen Jetta Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $21,140

Dodge Caliber SXT   
Difference: $575

Lowest Total Invoice: $20,462

Dodge Caliber SXT   
Difference: $417

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20122016
ModelCaliberJetta
TrimSXT1.8T Sport
Body4dr Hatch4dr Sedan
Base Price $18,765 $20,895
Base Invoice $18,232 $20,059
Driver Convenience Group 550  
Security Group 750  
Uconnect Voice Command 325  
Driver Convenience Group 501  
Security Group 683  
Uconnect Voice Command 296  
Options (change) 1,625 0
Options (change) 1,480 0
Destination 750 820
Total Price $21,140 $21,715
Total Invoice $20,462 $20,879

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Dodge Caliber vs. Volkswagen Jetta

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Dodge Caliber SXT
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $560
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $403
Model Year20122016
ModelCaliberJetta
TrimSXT1.8T Sport
Body4dr Hatch4dr Sedan
Engine158hp I4170hp I4
TransmissionCVTM5
DrivetrainFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)22/27 MPG25/37 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 4?, 6
Tire (rear if not all the same)215/60-17225/45-17
Total Price$21,140$21,715
Adjustments for Features0-15
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$21,140$21,700
Total Invoice$20,462$20,879
Adjustments for Features0-14
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$20,462$20,865

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Features Comparison: Dodge Caliber vs. Volkswagen Jetta

Model Year20122016
ModelCaliberJetta
TrimSXT1.8T Sport
Body4dr Hatch4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
CVT$1000 
5-speed manual $0
FWD$0$0
Accessories 
AC power outlet$100 
Remote app $25
Remote start$150 
Tilt steering wheel, manual$150 
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual $250
Universal garage door opener$100 
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Knee airbag, driver$75 
Rearview camera $200
Secondary collision brake assist $25
Vehicle health reports $0
Cargo Management 
Air-conditioned storage compartment$50 
Cargo cover$75 
Overhead sunglass holder $25
Rear seat pass-through $100
Trailering equipment (4 wire)$125 
Climate Control 
Heated windshield washer nozzles $15
Interior air filter$0 
Rear wiper$175 
Exterior 
Active grille shutters $0
Infotainment 
Android Auto support $100
App support $0
Apple CarPlay support $100
Audio controls on steering wheel $125
HD radio $50
Mirrorlink support $0
Navigation system $600
Satellite radio $200
Satellite radio - one year subscription$250 
SD Card slot $25
SMS text-to-speech reader $25
Telematics service, such as OnStar $200
Traffic + travel information $25
Voice control for external devices$0 
Voice control for nav and audio $100
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Auto-dimming rearview mirror$150 
Compass$0 
Interior ambient lighting $150
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row $50
Folding passenger seat$150 
Leather-wrapped steering wheel $150
Manual height adjuster, passenger seat $50
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat $50
Manual recliner, second row seats$75 
Synthetic leather seating surfaces $0
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Sport suspension (upgrade) $0
Touring suspension (upgrade)$0 
Total Value of Features$2,625$2,640
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$15
Value of Feature Adjustments0-14

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See a complete comparison of Dodge Caliber vs. Volkswagen Jetta features.

Specifications Comparison: Dodge Caliber vs. Volkswagen Jetta

Model Year20122016
ModelCaliberJetta
Body4dr Hatch4dr Sedan
Wheelbase103.7 in104.4 in
Length173.8 in183.3 in
Width68.8 in70.0 in
Height60.4 in57.2 in
Curb Weight3,062 lb.3,047 lb.
Fuel Capacity13.6 gal.14.5 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.8 in38.2 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room55.4 in55.2 in
Row 1 Hip Room52.2 in0.0 in
Row 1 Legroom41.8 in41.2 in
Row 2 Headroom38.9 in37.1 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room53.4 in53.6 in
Row 2 Hip Room49.6 in0.0 in
Row 2 Legroom35.7 in38.1 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum		18.4 ft315.7 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum		47.4 ft315.7 ft3

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See a complete comparison of Dodge Caliber vs. Volkswagen Jetta specs.

Option Package Details
Dodge Caliber SXT

Driver Convenience Group
FeatureValueRequested?
Heated front seats200Yes
Universal garage door opener100No
Trip computer150Yes
Compass0No
Total Requested35078%
Total Not Requested10022%
Security Group
FeatureValueRequested?
4-wheel disc brakes150Yes
Front side airbags350Yes
Alarm100No
Trailering equipment (4 wire)125No
Oil cooler0No
Remote start150No
Daytime running lights (optional)0No
Total Requested50057%
Total Not Requested37543%
Uconnect Voice Command
FeatureValueRequested?
Bluetooth cell phone link100Yes
Voice control for external devices0No
USB port25Yes
Bluetooth audio streaming25Yes
Total Requested150100%
Total Not Requested00%

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