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Ford Taurus X vs. Volkswagen Golf / GTI 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.
Ford Taurus X vs. Volkswagen Golf / GTI Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $35,325 Ford Taurus X SEL | ||||
| Difference: $1,770 | ||||
Lowest Total Invoice: $32,312 Ford Taurus X SEL | ||||
| Difference: $3,290 | ||||
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| Model Year | 2008 | 2008 | 2008 | 2012 |
| Model | Taurus X | Taurus X | Taurus X | Golf / GTI |
| Trim | SEL | Eddie Bauer | Limited | R |
| Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr Wagon | 4dr Wagon | 4dr Hatch |
| Base Price | $27,030 | $29,770 | $30,750 | $34,590 |
| Base Invoice | $24,942 | $27,408 | $28,291 | $33,207 |
| Interior Power Package | 295 | |||
| Interior Convenience Package | 595 | |||
| SYNC | 395 | |||
| Leather seating surfaces | 895 | |||
| Satellite radio | 195 | 195 | 195 | |
| Heated front seats | 240 | 240 | ||
| All-weather floor mats | 75 | 75 | 75 | 235 |
| Navigation system | 1,995 | 1,995 | 1,995 | |
| Sunroof | 960 | 960 | 960 | |
| AWD | 1,850 | 1,850 | 1,850 | |
| Sunroof and Navigation Package | 1,500 | |||
| Interior Power Package | 257 | |||
| Interior Convenience Package | 518 | |||
| SYNC | 344 | |||
| Leather seating surfaces | 779 | |||
| Satellite radio | 170 | 170 | 170 | |
| Heated front seats | 209 | 209 | ||
| All-weather floor mats | 57 | 57 | 57 | 185 |
| Navigation system | 1,736 | 1,736 | 1,736 | |
| Sunroof | 835 | 835 | 835 | |
| AWD | 1,665 | 1,665 | 1,664 | |
| Sunroof and Navigation Package | 1,440 | |||
| Options (change) | 7,495 | 5,315 | 5,075 | 1,735 |
| Options (change) | 6,570 | 4,672 | 4,462 | 1,625 |
| Destination | 800 | 800 | 800 | 770 |
| Total Price | $35,325 | $35,885 | $36,625 | $37,095 |
| Total Invoice | $32,312 | $32,880 | $33,553 | $35,602 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Ford Taurus X vs. Volkswagen Golf / GTI
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Ford Taurus X SEL | ||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $3,855 | ||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $5,197 | ||||
| Model Year | 2008 | 2008 | 2008 | 2012 |
| Model | Taurus X | Taurus X | Taurus X | Golf / GTI |
| Trim | SEL | Eddie Bauer | Limited | R |
| Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr Wagon | 4dr Wagon | 4dr Hatch |
| Engine | 263hp V6 | 263hp V6 | 263hp V6 | 256hp I4 |
| Transmission | A6 | A6 | A6 | M6 |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | AWD | AWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | 15/22 MPG | 15/22 MPG | 15/22 MPG | 19/27 MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | ?, 4 | ?, 4 | ?, 7 | 300, 8 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 215/65-17 | 225/60-18 | 225/60-18 | 225/40-18 |
| Total Price | $35,325 | $35,885 | $36,625 | $37,095 |
| Adjustments for Features | -2,085 | -1,960 | -2,710 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $33,240 | $33,925 | $33,915 | $37,095 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $685 | $675 | $0 |
| Total Invoice | $32,312 | $32,880 | $33,553 | $35,602 |
| Adjustments for Features | -1,907 | -1,796 | -2,483 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $30,405 | $31,084 | $31,070 | $35,602 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $679 | $665 | $0 |
Features Comparison: Ford Taurus X vs. Volkswagen Golf / GTI
| Model Year | 2008 | 2008 | 2008 | 2012 |
| Model | Taurus X | Taurus X | Taurus X | Golf / GTI |
| Trim | SEL | Eddie Bauer | Limited | R |
| Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr Wagon | 4dr Wagon | 4dr Hatch |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||||
| 6-speed automatic | $1000 | $1000 | $1000 | |
| 6-speed manual | $150 | |||
| AWD | $1700 | $1700 | $1700 | $1700 |
| Accessories | ||||
| Keyless entry keypad | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Power-adjustable pedals | $125 | |||
| Proximity key | $250 | |||
| Tilt steering wheel, manual | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | |||
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||||
| Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats | $0 | |||
| Brake assist | $50 | |||
| Obstacle detection, rear | $250 | |||
| Rollover sensor | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Side curtain airbags | $350 | |||
| Side curtain airbags, three rows | $500 | $500 | $500 | |
| Cargo Management | ||||
| Air-conditioned storage compartment | $50 | |||
| Cargo cover | $75 | |||
| Cargo mat | $40 | |||
| Rear seat pass-through | $100 | |||
| Roof rails | $250 | $250 | $250 | |
| Second-row high console | $250 | |||
| Climate Control | ||||
| Heated windshield washer nozzles | $15 | |||
| Exterior | ||||
| Body kit | $0 | |||
| Bodyside cladding | $350 | $350 | $350 | |
| Deep-tinted rear windows | $275 | $275 | $275 | |
| Rear bumper protector | $40 | $40 | $40 | |
| Rear spoiler | $200 | |||
| Wheel-lip moldings | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Infotainment | ||||
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | |||
| CD changer, in-dash | $325 | $325 | $325 | |
| CD player | $125 | |||
| iPod integration | $100 | |||
| SD Card slot | $25 | |||
| SMS text-to-speech reader | $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 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||||
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Automatic headlights | $125 | $125 | $125 | |
| Fog lights | $125 | $125 | $125 | |
| Headlight washers | $50 | |||
| Steering-linked headlights | $150 | |||
| Turn signals on or near mirrors | $25 | |||
| Xenon HID headlights | $500 | |||
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||||
| Aluminum trim | $100 | |||
| Center armrest(s), second row | $50 | $50 | ||
| Door sill trim plates | $100 | |||
| Folding passenger seat | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Manual fore-aft adjuster, second row seats | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Manual height adjuster, driver seat | $50 | |||
| Manual height adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | |||
| Manual recliner, second row seats | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Memory system, driver seat | $200 | |||
| Metal pedals | $75 | |||
| Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power height adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power tilt adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Stowable third row seats | $600 | $600 | $600 | |
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||||
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | |||
| Total Value of Features | $6,740 | $6,615 | $7,365 | $4,655 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $2,085 | $1,960 | $2,710 | $0 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -1,907 | -1,796 | -2,483 | 0 |
Specifications Comparison: Ford Taurus X vs. Volkswagen Golf / GTI
| Model Year | 2008 | 2012 |
| Model | Taurus X | Golf / GTI |
| Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr Hatch |
| Wheelbase | 112.9 in | 101.5 in |
| Length | 200.3 in | 165.4 in |
| Width | 74.9 in | 70.3 in |
| Height | 67.4 in | 58.3 in |
| Curb Weight | 4,204 lb. | 3,326 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 19.0 gal. | 14.5 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 39.4 in | 39.3 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 58.5 in | 54.7 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 55.2 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 40.8 in | 41.2 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 39.4 in | 38.5 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 57.9 in | 52.8 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 56.4 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 39.8 in | 35.5 in |
| Row 3 Headroom | 38.5 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 3 Shoulder Room | 50.6 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 3 Hip Room | 46.0 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 3 Legroom | 33.6 in | 0.0 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 17.4 ft3 | 15.0 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 47.4 ft3 | 15.0 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 85.2 ft3 | 46.0 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Ford Taurus X SEL
| Interior Power Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Power recliner, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | Yes |
| Power-adjustable pedals | 125 | No |
| Total Requested | 250 | 53% |
| Total Not Requested | 225 | 47% |
| Interior Convenience Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Automatic climate control, front | 200 | Yes |
| CD changer, in-dash | 200 | No |
| Power recliner, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Automatic headlights | 125 | No |
| Outside temperature display | 50 | Yes |
| Dual-zone climate control | 125 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 475 | 59% |
| Total Not Requested | 325 | 41% |
| SYNC | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | 100 | Yes |
| Voice control for external devices | 0 | No |
| SMS text-to-speech reader | 25 | No |
| USB port | 25 | Yes |
| Voice control for audio system | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 125 | 71% |
| Total Not Requested | 50 | 29% |
Option Package Details
Volkswagen Golf / GTI R
| All-weather floor mats | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| All-weather floor mats | 75 | Yes |
| Cargo mat | 40 | No |
| Total Requested | 75 | 65% |
| Total Not Requested | 40 | 35% |
| Sunroof and Navigation Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Sunroof | 900 | Yes |
| Dynaudio, 300W, 8 speakers | 350 | No |
| Total Requested | 1500 | 81% |
| Total Not Requested | 350 | 19% |
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