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Honda Element vs. Volkswagen Beetle Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Honda Element vs. Volkswagen Beetle Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $21,015

Volkswagen Beetle 1.8T Classic   
Difference: $490

Lowest Total Invoice: $19,942

Honda Element EX   
Difference: $265

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year200720072015201520152015
ModelElementElementBeetleBeetleBeetleBeetle
TrimEXSC1.8T1.8T ClassicTDIR-Line
Body4dr SUV4dr SUV2dr Hatch2dr Hatch2dr Hatch2dr Hatch
Base Price $20,910 $22,695 $20,695 $20,195 $25,330 $25,450
Base Invoice $19,347 $20,994 $19,867 $19,387 $24,317 $24,433
Options (change) 0 0 0 0 0 0
Options (change) 0 0 0 0 0 0
Destination 595 595 820 820 820 820
Total Price $21,505 $23,290 $21,515 $21,015 $26,150 $26,270
Total Invoice $19,942 $21,589 $20,687 $20,207 $25,137 $25,253

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Honda Element vs. Volkswagen Beetle

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Volkswagen Beetle 1.8T Classic
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $3,555
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $2,682
Model Year200720072015201520152015
ModelElementElementBeetleBeetleBeetleBeetle
TrimEXSC1.8T1.8T ClassicTDIR-Line
Body4dr SUV4dr SUV2dr Hatch2dr Hatch2dr Hatch2dr Hatch
Engine166hp I4166hp I4170hp I4170hp I4150hp I4 D210hp I4
TransmissionM5M5M5T6M6M6
DrivetrainFWDFWDFWDFWDFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)270, 7270, 7?, 8?, 8?, 8?, 8
Tire (rear if not all the same)215/70-16225/55-18215/55-17215/55-17215/55-17235/45-18
Total Price$21,505$23,290$21,515$21,015$26,150$26,270
Adjustments for Features0-225-965-3,065-2,090-1,565
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$21,505$23,065$20,550$17,950$24,060$24,705
Cost Above Minimum$0$1,560$2,600$0$6,110$6,755
Total Invoice$19,942$21,589$20,687$20,207$25,137$25,253
Adjustments for Features0-209-928-2,947-2,009-1,504
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$19,942$21,380$19,759$17,260$23,128$23,749
Cost Above Minimum$0$1,438$2,499$0$5,868$6,489

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Features Comparison: Honda Element vs. Volkswagen Beetle

Model Year200720072015201520152015
ModelElementElementBeetleBeetleBeetleBeetle
TrimEXSC1.8T1.8T ClassicTDIR-Line
Body4dr SUV4dr SUV2dr Hatch2dr Hatch2dr Hatch2dr Hatch
Transmission and Drivetrain 
5-speed manual$0$0$0   
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic   $1100  
6-speed manual    $150$150
FWD$0$0$0$0$0$0
Accessories 
Proximity key    $250 
Remote app  $25$25$25$25
Tilt steering wheel, manual$150$150    
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual  $250$250$250$250
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats  $0$0$0$0
Rearview camera    $200 
Rollover sensor$50$50    
Vehicle health reports  $0$0$0$0
Cargo Management 
Cargo cover  $75$75$75$75
Console with shifter  $150$150$150$150
Console without shifter $150    
Overhead sunglass holder$25$25    
Climate Control 
Heated windshield washer nozzles  $15$15$15$15
Intermittent wipers$0$0    
Rear wiper$175$175    
Variable intermittent wipers  $75$75$75$75
Exterior 
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)$25$25    
Deep-tinted rear windows$275$275    
Painted brake calipers (optional)     $0
Rear spoiler   $200 $200
Skid plate (one)$50$50    
Infotainment 
Bluetooth audio streaming  $25$25$25$25
Bluetooth cell phone link  $100$100$100$100
CD changer, in-dash    $325 
CD player$125$125$125$125 $125
HD radio    $50 
iPod integration  $100$100$100$100
Navigation system   $600  
Satellite radio$200$200 $200$200 
Telematics service, such as OnStar  $200$200$200$200
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Boost gauge    $75$75
Cornering lights     $50
Fog lights     $125
Heated mirrors  $25$25$25$25
Interior ambient lighting, configurable  $150$150$150$150
Outside temperature display  $50$50$50$50
Trip computer  $150$150$150$150
Turn signals on or near mirrors  $25$25$25$25
Seats and Interior Trim 
Floor mats $75$75$75$75$75
Heated front seats  $200$200$200$200
Leather-wrapped steering wheel  $150$150$150$150
Manual height adjuster, passenger seat  $50$50$50$50
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat  $50$50$50$50
Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat  $50$50$50$50
Manual recliner, second row seats$75$75    
Removable second row seats$0$0    
Synthetic leather seating surfaces  $0 $0 
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Performance steering system (optional) $0    
Sport suspension (upgrade) $0   $0
Total Value of Features$1,150$1,375$2,115$4,215$3,240$2,715
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$225$965$3,065$2,090$1,565
Value of Feature Adjustments0-209-928-2,947-2,009-1,504

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Specifications Comparison: Honda Element vs. Volkswagen Beetle

Model Year20072015
ModelElementBeetle
Body4dr SUV2dr Hatch
Wheelbase101.4 in100.0 in
Length169.3 in168.4 in
Width71.5 in71.2 in
Height70.4 in58.5 in
Curb Weight3,434 lb.3,013 lb.
Fuel Capacity15.9 gal.14.5 gal.
Row 1 Headroom43.3 in39.4 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room57.1 in55.3 in
Row 1 Hip Room55.0 in0.0 in
Row 1 Legroom41.0 in41.3 in
Row 2 Headroom38.0 in37.1 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room52.2 in49.0 in
Row 2 Hip Room47.6 in0.0 in
Row 2 Legroom39.1 in31.4 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum
26.0 ft315.4 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum
77.1 ft329.9 ft3

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