Dodge Grand Caravan Dodge Grand Caravan 2012 Volkswagen Beetle Volkswagen Beetle 2014

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

Join Us

Dodge Grand Caravan vs. Volkswagen Beetle 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.

Dodge Grand Caravan vs. Volkswagen Beetle Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $26,915

Volkswagen Beetle R-Line   
Difference: $6,060

Lowest Total Invoice: $25,871

Volkswagen Beetle R-Line   
Difference: $5,560

Calculate Payments

  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year201220142014
ModelGrand CaravanBeetleBeetle
TrimR/TR-LineGSR
Body4dr Minivan, ext.2dr Hatch2dr Hatch
Base Price $29,995 $24,995 $29,995
Base Invoice $28,670 $23,995 $28,795
Media Center 730N 1,360    
Driver Convenience Group 625    
6-speed automated manual   1,100 1,100
Media Center 730N 1,210    
Driver Convenience Group 556    
6-speed automated manual   1,056 1,056
Options (change) 1,985 1,100 1,100
Options (change) 1,766 1,056 1,056
Destination 995 820 795
Total Price $32,975 $26,915 $31,890
Total Invoice $31,431 $25,871 $30,646

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 Dodge Grand Caravan dealer quotes or Volkswagen Beetle 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: Dodge Grand Caravan vs. Volkswagen Beetle

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Dodge Grand Caravan R/T
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $2,200
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $2,313
Model Year201220142014
ModelGrand CaravanBeetleBeetle
TrimR/TR-LineGSR
Body4dr Minivan, ext.2dr Hatch2dr Hatch
Engine283hp V6210hp I4210hp I4
TransmissionT6S6S6
DrivetrainFWDFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)17/25 MPG24/30 MPG24/30 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)506, 10?, 8400, 9
Tire (rear if not all the same)225/65-17235/45-18235/40-19
Total Price$32,975$26,915$31,890
Adjustments for Features-8,2600-3,875
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$24,715$26,915$28,015
Cost Above Minimum$0$0$1,100
Total Invoice$31,431$25,871$30,646
Adjustments for Features-7,8730-3,724
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$23,558$25,871$26,922
Cost Above Minimum$0$0$1,051

Return to top

Features Comparison: Dodge Grand Caravan vs. Volkswagen Beetle

Model Year201220142014
ModelGrand CaravanBeetleBeetle
TrimR/TR-LineGSR
Body4dr Minivan, ext.2dr Hatch2dr Hatch
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1100  
6-speed automated manual $1100$1100
FWD$0$0$0
Accessories 
AC power outlet$100  
Dual power sliding doors$800  
Heated steering wheel$100  
Power flip-out rear side windows$125  
Power liftgate$350  
Power rear side windows$200  
Power-adjustable pedals$125  
Proximity key  $250
Remote app $25$25
Remote start$150  
Sunshades, second row$125  
Sunshades, third row$125  
Universal garage door opener$100  
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Knee airbag, driver$75  
Rearview camera$200  
Side curtain airbags $350$350
Side curtain airbags, three rows$500  
Cargo Management 
Cargo cover $75$75
Cargo net$40  
Console with shifter $150$150
Console without shifter$150  
Overhead console storage compartments$100  
Overhead sunglass holder$25  
Second-row under-floor storage$150  
Climate Control 
Automatic climate control, front$200  
Dual-zone climate control$125  
Heated windshield washer nozzles $15$15
Rear air vents with automatic controls$250  
Rear HVAC unit$400  
Rear wiper$175  
Exterior 
Bodyside moldings$75  
Deep-tinted rear windows$275  
Painted brake calipers (optional) $0$0
Rear bumper protector$40  
Rear spoiler $200$200
Sunroof  $900
Infotainment 
CD changer, in-dash  $325
CD player$125$125 
DVD-compatible player$0  
HD radio  $50
iPod integration $100$100
Media drive$15  
Navigation system$600 $600
Satellite radio  $200
Satellite radio - one year subscription$250  
SD Card slot  $25
Surround sound$250  
Telematics service, such as OnStar $200$200
Traffic + travel information$25  
USB port$25  
Voice control for external devices$0  
Voice control for nav and audio$100  
Voice recorder$0  
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Auto-dimming rearview mirror$150  
Automatic-off headlights$25  
Boost gauge $75$75
Conversation mirror$25  
Cornering lights $50$50
Illuminated visor mirror, driver$50  
Illuminated visor mirror, passenger$50  
Turn signals on or near mirrors $25$25
Visor mirror, driver $10$10
Visor mirror, passenger $10$10
Xenon HID headlights  $500
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row$50  
Door sill trim plates $100$100
Folding second row seats $300$300
Heated second row seats$200  
Leather door panel trim  $250
Leather seating surfaces$900 $900
Manual fore-aft adjuster, second row seats$75  
Manual height adjuster, driver seat $50$50
Manual height adjuster, passenger seat $50$50
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat $50$50
Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat $50$50
Manual recliner, second row seats$75  
Manual recliner, third row seats$125  
Metal pedals $75$75
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat$100  
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat$100  
Power height adjuster, driver seat$100  
Power height adjuster, passenger seat$100  
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat$100  
Power recliner, driver seat$100  
Power recliner, passenger seat$100  
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat$100  
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat$100  
Stowable second row seats$500  
Stowable third row seats$600  
Tailgating position, third row seats$50  
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Alloy wheels $350$350
Auto-leveling rear shocks$200  
Polished alloy wheels$350  
Transmission 
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls $100$100
Total Value of Features$11,895$3,635$7,510
Value of Feature Adjustments$8,260$0$3,875
Value of Feature Adjustments-7,8730-3,724

Return to top

Specifications Comparison: Dodge Grand Caravan vs. Volkswagen Beetle

Model Year20122014
ModelGrand CaravanBeetle
Body4dr Minivan, ext.2dr Hatch
Wheelbase121.2 in100.0 in
Length202.5 in168.4 in
Width78.7 in71.2 in
Height67.9 in58.5 in
Curb Weight4,510 lb.3,104 lb.
Fuel Capacity20.0 gal.14.5 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.8 in39.4 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room63.7 in55.3 in
Row 1 Hip Room58.4 in0.0 in
Row 1 Legroom40.7 in41.3 in
Row 2 Headroom39.3 in37.1 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room64.1 in49.0 in
Row 2 Hip Room65.0 in0.0 in
Row 2 Legroom36.5 in31.4 in
Row 3 Headroom37.9 in0.0 in
Row 3 Shoulder Room62.0 in0.0 in
Row 3 Hip Room48.7 in0.0 in
Row 3 Legroom32.7 in0.0 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum
33.0 ft315.4 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Behind R2
83.3 ft315.4 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum
143.8 ft329.9 ft3

Return to top

Option Package Details
Dodge Grand Caravan R/T

Media Center 730N
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150No
Bluetooth cell phone link100Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100No
iPod integration100Yes
Traffic + travel information25No
Voice recorder0No
Bluetooth audio streaming25Yes
Total Requested82575%
Total Not Requested27525%
Driver Convenience Group
FeatureValueRequested?
Heated front seats200Yes
Heated second row seats200No
Sunshades, second row125No
Heated steering wheel100No
Sunshades, third row125No
Bluetooth audio streaming25Yes
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150No
Bluetooth cell phone link100Yes
Voice control for external devices0No
Total Requested32532%
Total Not Requested70068%

Option Package Details
Volkswagen Beetle R-Line

6-speed automated manual
FeatureValueRequested?
6-speed automated manual0Yes
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls100No
Total Requested00%
Total Not Requested100100%

Option Package Details
Volkswagen Beetle GSR

6-speed automated manual
FeatureValueRequested?
6-speed automated manual0Yes
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls100No
Total Requested00%
Total Not Requested100100%

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 Minivans
See TrueDelta's information for all Dodge models.