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Ford Taurus vs. Volkswagen Routan Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Ford Taurus vs. Volkswagen Routan Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $32,775

Ford Taurus Limited   
Difference: $12,325

Lowest Total Invoice: $29,977

Ford Taurus Limited   
Difference: $13,308

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20082012
ModelTaurusRoutan
TrimLimitedSEL Premium
Body4dr Sedan4dr Minivan, ext.
Base Price $27,620 $44,280
Base Invoice $25,388 $42,465
Limited Convenience Package 475  
Navigation system 1,995  
Stability control 495  
Entertainment system, ceiling-mounted 995  
Remote start 395  
Limited Convenience Package 413  
Navigation system 1,736  
Stability control 431  
Entertainment system, ceiling-mounted 866  
Remote start 343  
Options (change) 4,355 0
Options (change) 3,789 0
Destination 800 820
Total Price $32,775 $45,100
Total Invoice $29,977 $43,285

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Ford Taurus vs. Volkswagen Routan

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Ford Taurus Limited
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $3,520
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $4,857
Model Year20082012
ModelTaurusRoutan
TrimLimitedSEL Premium
Body4dr Sedan4dr Minivan, ext.
Engine263hp V6283hp V6
TransmissionA6T6
DrivetrainFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)18/28 MPG17/25 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 7506, 9
Tire (rear if not all the same)225/55-18225/65-17
Total Price$32,775$45,100
Adjustments for Features0-8,805
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$32,775$36,295
Total Invoice$29,977$43,285
Adjustments for Features0-8,451
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$29,977$34,834

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Features Comparison: Ford Taurus vs. Volkswagen Routan

Model Year20082012
ModelTaurusRoutan
TrimLimitedSEL Premium
Body4dr Sedan4dr Minivan, ext.
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed automatic$1000 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic $1100
FWD$0$0
Accessories 
AC power outlet $100
Dual power sliding doors $800
Keyless entry keypad$50 
Power flip-out rear side windows $125
Power liftgate $350
Proximity key $250
Sunshades, second row $125
Sunshades, third row $125
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats $0
Blind spot warning system $200
Brake assist $50
Cross-traffic warning, rear $100
Front side airbags$350 
Rearview camera $200
Rollover sensor$50 
Side curtain airbags$350 
Side curtain airbags, three rows $500
Cargo Management 
Console with shifter$150 
Overhead console storage compartments $100
Removable console $200
Roof rails $250
Second-row under-floor storage $150
Sliding center console $50
Trailering equipment (4 wire) $125
Climate Control 
Rain-sensing wipers $175
Rear air vents$100 
Rear air vents with automatic controls $250
Rear HVAC unit $400
Rear wiper $175
Variable intermittent wipers$75 
Exterior 
Bodyside moldings $75
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)$25 
Deep-tinted rear windows $275
Rear bumper protector $40
Rear spoiler $200
Sunroof $900
Infotainment 
Additional screen for entertainment system $200
DVD-compatible player $0
iPod integration $100
Media drive $15
Satellite radio - one year subscription $250
Second DVD player for entertainment system $200
SMS text-to-speech reader$25 
Surround sound $250
Traffic information $25
USB port$25 
Voice control for external devices$0 
Voice recorder $0
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Analog clock$25 
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror $75
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror $75
Conversation mirror $25
Interior ambient lighting $150
Turn signals on or near mirrors $25
Xenon HID headlights $500
Seats and Interior Trim 
Folding passenger seat$150 
Heated second row seats $200
Manual fore-aft adjuster, second row seats $75
Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat$50 
Manual recliner, second row seats $75
Power height adjuster, passenger seat $100
Power recliner, third row seats $150
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat $100
Power-stowing third row seats $1000
Tailgating position, third row seats $50
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Alloy wheels $350
Auto-leveling rear shocks $200
Machined alloy wheels$350 
Total Value of Features$2,775$11,580
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$8,805
Value of Feature Adjustments0-8,451

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Specifications Comparison: Ford Taurus vs. Volkswagen Routan

Model Year20082012
ModelTaurusRoutan
Body4dr Sedan4dr Minivan, ext.
Wheelbase112.9 in121.2 in
Length200.4 in202.5 in
Width74.5 in76.9 in
Height61.5 in68.9 in
Curb Weight3,643 lb.4,494 lb.
Fuel Capacity20.0 gal.20.5 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.4 in37.2 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room57.8 in63.0 in
Row 1 Hip Room53.7 in0.0 in
Row 1 Legroom41.3 in40.6 in
Row 2 Headroom38.7 in39.2 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room57.5 in64.7 in
Row 2 Hip Room53.7 in0.0 in
Row 2 Legroom41.3 in36.3 in
Row 3 Headroom0.0 in37.9 in
Row 3 Shoulder Room0.0 in62.0 in
Row 3 Legroom0.0 in31.8 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum
21.2 ft332.3 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Behind R2
21.283.0 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum
21.2140.6 ft3

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Option Package Details
Ford Taurus Limited

Limited Convenience Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Universal garage door opener100Yes
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Power-adjustable pedals125Yes
Cargo net40Yes
Total Requested515100%
Total Not Requested00%

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