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Ford Taurus vs. Volkswagen Passat 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 Passat Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $31,654 Volkswagen Passat Komfort | |||
| Difference: $7,016 | |||
Lowest Total Invoice: $29,349 Volkswagen Passat Komfort | |||
| Difference: $6,058 | |||
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| Model Year | 2012 | 2012 | 2009 |
| Model | Taurus | Taurus | Passat |
| Trim | Limited | SHO | Komfort |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Price | $32,155 | $38,155 | $28,300 |
| Base Invoice | $29,635 | $35,025 | $26,436 |
| Navigation system | 1,850 | 1,850 | 1,990 |
| Sunroof | 995 | ||
| All-weather floor mats | 75 | 75 | 185 |
| Package 303A | 2,800 | ||
| Package 401A | 2,000 | ||
| Rear spoiler | 479 | ||
| Navigation system | 1,610 | 1,610 | 1,758 |
| Sunroof | 866 | ||
| All-weather floor mats | 65 | 65 | 145 |
| Package 303A | 2,436 | ||
| Package 401A | 1,740 | ||
| Rear spoiler | 310 | ||
| Options (change) | 5,720 | 3,925 | 2,654 |
| Options (change) | 4,977 | 3,415 | 2,213 |
| Destination | 795 | 795 | 700 |
| Total Price | $38,670 | $42,875 | $31,654 |
| Total Invoice | $35,407 | $39,235 | $29,349 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Ford Taurus vs. Volkswagen Passat
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Volkswagen Passat Komfort | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $2,751 | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $2,153 | |||
| Model Year | 2012 | 2012 | 2009 |
| Model | Taurus | Taurus | Passat |
| Trim | Limited | SHO | Komfort |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | 263hp V6 | 365hp V6 | 200hp I4 |
| Transmission | T6 | T6 | T6 |
| Drivetrain | FWD | AWD | FWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 390, 12 | 390, 12 | 80, 8 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 255/45-19 | 255/45-19 | 235/45-17 |
| Total Price | $38,670 | $42,875 | $31,654 |
| Adjustments for Features | -4,265 | -5,340 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $34,405 | $37,535 | $31,654 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $3,130 | $0 |
| Total Invoice | $35,407 | $39,235 | $29,349 |
| Adjustments for Features | -3,905 | -4,887 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $31,502 | $34,348 | $29,349 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $2,846 | $0 |
Features Comparison: Ford Taurus vs. Volkswagen Passat
| Model Year | 2012 | 2012 | 2009 |
| Model | Taurus | Taurus | Passat |
| Trim | Limited | SHO | Komfort |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | |||
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | $1100 | $1100 |
| FWD | $0 | $0 | |
| AWD | $1700 | ||
| Accessories | |||
| Keyless entry keypad | $50 | $50 | |
| Power-adjustable pedals | $125 | ||
| Proximity key | $250 | $250 | |
| Sunshade, rear | $125 | ||
| Sunshade, rear, power | $225 | ||
| Sunshades, second row | $125 | ||
| Universal garage door opener | $100 | $100 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | |||
| 911 assist | $25 | $25 | |
| Blind spot warning system | $200 | ||
| Cross-traffic warning, rear | $100 | ||
| Full-size spare tire | $225 | ||
| Obstacle detection, rear | $250 | $250 | |
| Rearview camera | $200 | $200 | |
| Rollover sensor | $50 | $50 | |
| Safety key | $5 | $5 | |
| Temporary spare tire | $150 | $150 | |
| Vehicle health reports | $0 | $0 | |
| Cargo Management | |||
| Cargo mat | $40 | ||
| Cargo net | $40 | $40 | |
| Rear seat pass-through | $100 | ||
| Climate Control | |||
| Automatic climate control, front | $200 | $200 | |
| Dual-zone climate control | $125 | $125 | |
| Heated windshield washer nozzles | $15 | ||
| Rain-sensing wipers | $175 | ||
| Variable intermittent wipers | $75 | $75 | |
| Exterior | |||
| Bodyside moldings | $75 | ||
| Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) | $25 | $25 | |
| Rear spoiler | $200 | $200 | |
| Infotainment | |||
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | $25 | |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | $100 | $100 | |
| HD radio | $50 | $50 | |
| Navigation, turn-by-turn | $25 | $25 | |
| SD Card slot | $25 | ||
| SMS text-to-speech reader | $25 | $25 | |
| Surround sound | $250 | $250 | |
| Traffic + travel information | $25 | $25 | |
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | $0 | |
| Voice control for nav and audio | $100 | $100 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | |||
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | $75 | $75 | |
| Auto-dimming headlights | $200 | ||
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | $150 | $150 | |
| Fog lights | $125 | ||
| Turn signals on or near mirrors | $25 | ||
| Xenon HID headlights | $500 | ||
| Seats and Interior Trim | |||
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | $300 | $300 | |
| Door sill trim plates | $100 | $100 | |
| Heated second row seats | $200 | ||
| Leather seating surfaces | $900 | $900 | |
| Leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | $150 | |
| Manual height adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | ||
| Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | ||
| Memory system, driver seat | $200 | $200 | |
| Metal pedals | $75 | ||
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $150 | ||
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | |
| Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | |
| Synthetic leather seating surfaces | $0 | ||
| Synthetic suede inserts in leather seating surfaces | $0 | ||
| Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | ||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | |||
| Alloy wheels | $350 | $350 | |
| Chrome-clad alloy wheels | $600 | ||
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | ||
| Transmission | |||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | $100 | |
| Total Value of Features | $7,270 | $8,345 | $3,005 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $4,265 | $5,340 | $0 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -3,905 | -4,887 | 0 |
Specifications Comparison: Ford Taurus vs. Volkswagen Passat
| Model Year | 2012 | 2009 |
| Model | Taurus | Passat |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Wheelbase | 112.9 in | 106.7 in |
| Length | 202.9 in | 188.2 in |
| Width | 76.2 in | 71.7 in |
| Height | 60.7 in | 58.0 in |
| Curb Weight | 4,016 lb. | 3,345 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 20.0 gal. | 18.5 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 39.0 in | 38.4 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 57.9 in | 55.7 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 56.3 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 41.9 in | 41.4 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 37.8 in | 37.8 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 56.9 in | 54.6 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 55.8 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 38.1 in | 37.7 in |
| Cargo Volume | 20.1 ft3 | 14.2 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Ford Taurus Limited
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 75 | No |
| HD radio | 50 | No |
| Media drive, large | 15 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 615 | 83% |
| Total Not Requested | 125 | 17% |
| Package 303A | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Heated second row seats | 200 | No |
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | 300 | No |
| Sunshade, rear, power | 225 | No |
| Rain-sensing wipers | 100 | No |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | No |
| Power-adjustable pedals | 125 | No |
| Surround sound | 250 | No |
| Auto-dimming headlights | 200 | No |
| Proximity key | 250 | No |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | No |
| Rear cross-traffic detection | 100 | No |
| Sony, 390W, 12 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Total Requested | 200 | 8% |
| Total Not Requested | 2375 | 92% |
Option Package Details
Ford Taurus SHO
| Package 401A | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | 300 | No |
| Sunroof | 900 | Yes |
| Surround sound | 250 | No |
| Sony, 390W, 12 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Total Requested | 1100 | 55% |
| Total Not Requested | 900 | 45% |
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 75 | No |
| HD radio | 50 | No |
| Media drive, large | 15 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 615 | 83% |
| Total Not Requested | 125 | 17% |
Option Package Details
Volkswagen Passat Komfort
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | Yes |
| Media drive, large | 15 | Yes |
| USB port | 25 | Yes |
| SD Card slot | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 640 | 96% |
| Total Not Requested | 25 | 4% |
| 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% |
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