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Ford Mustang vs. Volkswagen Golf / GTI Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Ford Mustang vs. Volkswagen Golf / GTI Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $30,750

Volkswagen Golf / GTI GTI   
Difference: $2,130

Lowest Total Invoice: $29,512

Volkswagen Golf / GTI GTI   
Difference: $810

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year2015201520152014
ModelMustangMustangMustangGolf / GTI
TrimEcoBoost PremiumGT PremiumShelby GT350GTI
Body2dr Coupe2dr Coupe2dr Coupe4dr Hatch
Base Price $29,300 $36,300 $47,870 $25,095
Base Invoice $27,029 $33,487 $44,160 $24,091
Temporary spare tire 195 195    
All-weather floor mats 95 95 95 235
Navigation system 795 795    
Rear spoiler 0 0    
Front sport buckets 1,595 1,595    
Technology Package     7,500  
Driver's Edition       4,600
Temporary spare tire 174 174    
All-weather floor mats 85 85 85 185
Navigation system 710 710    
Rear spoiler 0 0    
Front sport buckets 1,424 1,424    
Technology Package     6,694  
Driver's Edition       4,416
Options (change) 2,680 2,680 7,595 4,835
Options (change) 2,393 2,393 6,779 4,601
Destination 900 900 900 820
Gas Tax 0 0 1,300 0
Total Price $32,880 $39,880 $57,665 $30,750
Total Invoice $30,322 $36,780 $53,139 $29,512

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Ford Mustang vs. Volkswagen Golf / GTI

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Volkswagen Golf / GTI GTI
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $2,330
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $1,002
Model Year2015201520152014
ModelMustangMustangMustangGolf / GTI
TrimEcoBoost PremiumGT PremiumShelby GT350GTI
Body2dr Coupe2dr Coupe2dr Coupe4dr Hatch
Engine310hp I4435hp V8526hp V8200hp I4
TransmissionM6M6M6M6
DrivetrainRWDRWDRWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 9?, 9?, 7?, 8
Tire (rear if not all the same)235/50-18235/50-18295/35-19225/40-18
Total Price$32,880$39,880$57,665$30,750
Adjustments for Features0-150-1,900-200
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$32,880$39,730$55,765$30,550
Cost Above Minimum$0$6,850$22,885$0
Total Invoice$30,322$36,780$53,139$29,512
Adjustments for Features0-138-1,751-192
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$30,322$36,642$51,388$29,320
Cost Above Minimum$0$6,320$21,066$0

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Features Comparison: Ford Mustang vs. Volkswagen Golf / GTI

Model Year2015201520152014
ModelMustangMustangMustangGolf / GTI
TrimEcoBoost PremiumGT PremiumShelby GT350GTI
Body2dr Coupe2dr Coupe2dr Coupe4dr Hatch
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manual$150$150$150$150
RWD$0$0$0 
FWD   $0
Accessories 
Active noise reduction$0   
Power rear side windows   $200
Proximity key$250$250$250 
Universal garage door opener$100$100$100 
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
911 assist$25$25$25 
Active glove box$100$100$100 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats   $0
High performance brake pads (optional)  $0 
Knee airbag, driver$75$75$75 
Line lock $50$50 
Rearview camera$200$200$200 
Safety key$5$5$5 
Temporary spare tire$150$150 $150
Vehicle health reports$0$0$0 
Cargo Management 
Air-conditioned storage compartment   $50
Cargo cover   $75
Cargo mat   $40
Overhead sunglass holder   $25
Rear seat pass-through   $100
Climate Control 
Automatic climate control, front$200$200$200 
Dual-zone climate control$125$125$125 
Heated windshield washer nozzles   $15
Rear air vents   $100
Rear wiper   $175
Drivetrain 
Limited-slip rear differential$300$300$300 
Engine / Motor 
Dual-mode exhaust, switchable  $500 
Exterior 
Active grille shutters$0   
Body kit (gray/black)$0$0$0 
Sunroof   $900
Infotainment 
App support  $0 
Aux input   $50
HD radio  $50 
iPod integration   $100
Navigation, turn-by-turn$25$25  
SD Card slot$25$25  
SMS text-to-speech reader$25$25$25 
Traffic + travel information$25$25$25 
USB port$25$25$25 
Voice control for external devices$0$0$0 
Voice control for nav and audio$100$100$100 
Wi-Fi hotspot capability$0$0  
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Auto-dimming rearview mirror$150$150$150 
Automatic headlights$125$125$125 
Fog lights$125$125 $125
Heated mirrors$25$25 $25
Performance meter$150$150$150 
Spotter mirror(s)$50$50$50 
Steering-linked headlights   $150
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row   $50
Cooled or ventilated front seats  $300 
Door sill trim plates  $100$100
Heated front seats  $200$200
Illuminated door sill trim plates$200$200  
Leather-wrapped steering wheel$150$150 $150
Manual height adjuster, driver seat$50$50 $50
Manual height adjuster, passenger seat   $50
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat   $50
Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat   $50
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 
Synthetic suede steering wheel  $150 
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Adaptive dampers - electrical  $500 
Additional powertrain and chassis calibration options$0$0$0 
Electronic systems calibration selector$200$200$200 
Performance steering system (optional)  $0 
Sport suspension (upgrade)  $0$0
Wheels, dark finish  $0 
Transmission 
Launch control $100$100 
Total Value of Features$3,130$3,280$5,030$3,330
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$150$1,900$200
Value of Feature Adjustments0-138-1,751-192

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Specifications Comparison: Ford Mustang vs. Volkswagen Golf / GTI

Model Year20152014
ModelMustangGolf / GTI
Body2dr Coupe4dr Hatch
Wheelbase107.1 in101.5 in
Length188.3 in165.4 in
Width75.4 in70.3 in
Height54.4 in58.3 in
Curb Weight3,527 lb.2,969 lb.
Fuel Capacity16.0 gal.14.5 gal.
Row 1 Headroom37.6 in39.3 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room56.3 in54.7 in
Row 1 Hip Room54.9 in0.0 in
Row 1 Legroom42.0 in41.2 in
Row 2 Headroom34.8 in38.5 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room52.2 in52.8 in
Row 2 Hip Room47.4 in0.0 in
Row 2 Legroom30.6 in35.5 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum
13.5 ft315.0 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum
13.546.0 ft3

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Option Package Details
Ford Mustang Shelby GT350

Technology Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Adaptive dampers - electrical500No
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Heated front seats200Yes
Cooled or ventilated front seats300No
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat100No
Power height adjuster, passenger seat100No
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat100No
Additional powertrain and chassis calibration options0No
HD radio50No
Traffic + travel information25No
Navigation system600Yes
Voice control for nav and audio75No
Unbranded, 7 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat100No
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat100No
Power height adjuster, driver seat50No
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat100No
Dual-zone climate control125No
Turn signals on or near mirrors25Yes
Automatic climate control, front200No
Universal garage door opener100No
Satellite radio200Yes
Total Requested192545%
Total Not Requested237555%

Option Package Details
Volkswagen Golf / GTI GTI

All-weather floor mats
FeatureValueRequested?
All-weather floor mats75Yes
Cargo mat40No
Total Requested7565%
Total Not Requested4035%
Driver's Edition
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Sunroof900No
Steering-linked headlights150No
Xenon HID headlights500Yes
Total Requested200066%
Total Not Requested105034%

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