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Ford Taurus vs. Volkswagen New 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.
Models in short supply often sell at or even above these prices.
Ford Taurus vs. Volkswagen New Beetle Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $19,549 Volkswagen New Beetle S | ||||
| Difference: $6,911 | ||||
Lowest Total Invoice: $18,289 Volkswagen New Beetle S | ||||
| Difference: $6,075 | ||||
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| Model Year | 2008 | 2008 | 2008 | 2008 |
| Model | Taurus | Taurus | New Beetle | New Beetle |
| Trim | SEL | Limited | S | SE |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 2dr Hatch | 2dr Hatch |
| Base Price | $23,635 | $27,620 | $17,475 | $20,525 |
| Base Invoice | $21,801 | $25,388 | $16,381 | $19,538 |
| Safety and Security Package | 695 | |||
| Satellite radio | 195 | 195 | ||
| Heated front seats | 240 | 225 | ||
| Sunroof | 895 | 895 | 1,000 | |
| Stability control | 495 | |||
| iPod integration | 199 | 199 | ||
| Safety and Security Package | 605 | |||
| Satellite radio | 170 | 170 | ||
| Heated front seats | 209 | 199 | ||
| Sunroof | 779 | 779 | 883 | |
| Stability control | 431 | |||
| iPod integration | 176 | 176 | ||
| Options (change) | 2,025 | 1,585 | 1,424 | 199 |
| Options (change) | 1,763 | 1,380 | 1,258 | 176 |
| Destination | 800 | 800 | 650 | 650 |
| Total Price | $26,460 | $30,005 | $19,549 | $21,374 |
| Total Invoice | $24,364 | $27,568 | $18,289 | $20,364 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Ford Taurus vs. Volkswagen New Beetle
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Volkswagen New Beetle S | ||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $4,226 | ||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $3,603 | ||||
| Model Year | 2008 | 2008 | 2008 | 2008 |
| Model | Taurus | Taurus | New Beetle | New Beetle |
| Trim | SEL | Limited | S | SE |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 2dr Hatch | 2dr Hatch |
| Engine | 263hp V6 | 263hp V6 | 150hp I5 | 150hp I5 |
| Transmission | A6 | A6 | M5 | T6 |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | FWD | FWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | ?, 4 | ?, 7 | ?, 6 | ?, 6 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 215/60-17 | 225/55-18 | 205/55-16 | 225/45-17 |
| Total Price | $26,460 | $30,005 | $19,549 | $21,374 |
| Adjustments for Features | -2,685 | -4,935 | 0 | -1,250 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $23,775 | $25,070 | $19,549 | $20,124 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $1,295 | $0 | $575 |
| Total Invoice | $24,364 | $27,568 | $18,289 | $20,364 |
| Adjustments for Features | -2,472 | -4,534 | 0 | -1,191 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $21,892 | $23,034 | $18,289 | $19,173 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $1,142 | $0 | $884 |
Features Comparison: Ford Taurus vs. Volkswagen New Beetle
| Model Year | 2008 | 2008 | 2008 | 2008 |
| Model | Taurus | Taurus | New Beetle | New Beetle |
| Trim | SEL | Limited | S | SE |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 2dr Hatch | 2dr Hatch |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||||
| 6-speed automatic | $1000 | $1000 | ||
| 5-speed manual | $0 | |||
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | |||
| FWD | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Accessories | ||||
| Keyless entry keypad | $50 | $50 | ||
| Power rear side windows | $200 | $200 | ||
| Tilt steering wheel, manual | $150 | $150 | ||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | $250 | ||
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||||
| Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats | $0 | $0 | ||
| Brake assist | $50 | $50 | ||
| Rollover sensor | $50 | $50 | ||
| Side curtain airbags | $350 | $350 | ||
| Cargo Management | ||||
| Cargo cover | $75 | $75 | ||
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | $25 | ||
| Climate Control | ||||
| Automatic climate control, front | $200 | |||
| Dual-zone climate control | $125 | |||
| Heated windshield washer nozzles | $15 | $15 | ||
| Rear air vents | $100 | $100 | ||
| Exterior | ||||
| Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) | $25 | $25 | ||
| Infotainment | ||||
| Audio controls on steering wheel | $125 | $125 | ||
| Aux input | $50 | $50 | ||
| Bluetooth cell phone link | $100 | |||
| CD changer, in-dash | $325 | |||
| CD player | $125 | $125 | $125 | |
| iPod integration | $100 | $100 | ||
| SMS text-to-speech reader | $25 | |||
| USB port | $25 | |||
| Voice control for audio system | $25 | |||
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | |||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||||
| Analog clock | $25 | |||
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | $150 | $150 | ||
| Automatic headlights | $125 | |||
| Compass | $0 | $0 | ||
| Fog lights | $125 | $125 | ||
| Outside temperature display | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Trip computer | $150 | $150 | ||
| Turn signals on or near mirrors | $25 | $25 | ||
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||||
| Center armrest(s), second row | $50 | $50 | ||
| Folding passenger seat | $150 | $150 | ||
| Leather seating surfaces | $900 | |||
| Leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| 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 | |||
| Memory system, driver seat | $200 | |||
| Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power height adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power recliner, driver seat | $100 | |||
| Power recliner, passenger seat | $100 | |||
| Power tilt adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | ||
| Synthetic leather seating surfaces | $0 | $0 | ||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||||
| Alloy wheels | $350 | $350 | ||
| Machined alloy wheels | $350 | $350 | ||
| Total Value of Features | $3,825 | $6,075 | $1,140 | $2,390 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $2,685 | $4,935 | $0 | $1,250 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -2,472 | -4,534 | 0 | -1,191 |
Specifications Comparison: Ford Taurus vs. Volkswagen New Beetle
| Model Year | 2008 | 2008 |
| Model | Taurus | New Beetle |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 2dr Hatch |
| Wheelbase | 112.9 in | 98.7 in |
| Length | 200.4 in | 161.1 in |
| Width | 74.5 in | 67.9 in |
| Height | 61.5 in | 59.0 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,644 lb. | 2,885 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 20.0 gal. | 14.5 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 39.4 in | 38.2 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 57.8 in | 52.8 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 53.7 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 41.3 in | 39.4 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 38.7 in | 36.7 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 57.5 in | 49.3 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 53.7 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 41.3 in | 33.5 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 21.2 ft3 | 12.0 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 21.2 | 27.2 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Ford Taurus SEL
| Safety and Security Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Stability control | 400 | Yes |
| Heated mirrors | 25 | Yes |
| Alarm | 100 | No |
| Perimeter approach lighting | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 425 | 77% |
| Total Not Requested | 125 | 23% |
Option Package Details
Volkswagen New Beetle S
| Heated front seats | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Heated windshield washer nozzles | 15 | No |
| Total Requested | 200 | 93% |
| Total Not Requested | 15 | 7% |
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