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Honda Element 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.
Honda Element vs. Volkswagen New Beetle Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $19,260 Volkswagen New Beetle 2.5 / TDI | |||
| Difference: $3,200 | |||
Lowest Total Invoice: $18,141 Volkswagen New Beetle 2.5 / TDI | |||
| Difference: $2,812 | |||
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| Model Year | 2008 | 2008 | 2006 |
| Model | Element | Element | New Beetle |
| Trim | EX | SC | 2.5 / TDI |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 2dr Hatch |
| Base Price | $20,990 | $22,775 | $17,180 |
| Base Invoice | $19,541 | $21,197 | $16,107 |
| 5-speed automatic | 800 | 800 | |
| Satellite radio | 375 | ||
| 6-speed shiftable automatic | 1,075 | ||
| 5-speed automatic | 742 | 742 | |
| Satellite radio | 331 | ||
| 6-speed shiftable automatic | 1,073 | ||
| Options (change) | 800 | 800 | 1,450 |
| Options (change) | 742 | 742 | 1,404 |
| Destination | 670 | 670 | 630 |
| Total Price | $22,460 | $24,245 | $19,260 |
| Total Invoice | $20,953 | $22,609 | $18,141 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Honda Element vs. Volkswagen New Beetle
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Volkswagen New Beetle 2.5 / TDI | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $2,905 | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $2,537 | |||
| Model Year | 2008 | 2008 | 2006 |
| Model | Element | Element | New Beetle |
| Trim | EX | SC | 2.5 / TDI |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 2dr Hatch |
| Engine | 166hp I4 | 166hp I4 | 150hp I5 |
| Transmission | A5 | A5 | T6 |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | FWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | 20/25 MPG | 20/25 MPG | 23/32 MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 270, 7 | 270, 7 | ?, 6 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 215/70-16 | 225/55-18 | 205/55-16 |
| Total Price | $22,460 | $24,245 | $19,260 |
| Adjustments for Features | -295 | -520 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $22,165 | $23,725 | $19,260 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $1,560 | $0 |
| Total Invoice | $20,953 | $22,609 | $18,141 |
| Adjustments for Features | -275 | -485 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $20,678 | $22,124 | $18,141 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $1,446 | $0 |
Features Comparison: Honda Element vs. Volkswagen New Beetle
| Model Year | 2008 | 2008 | 2006 |
| Model | Element | Element | New Beetle |
| Trim | EX | SC | 2.5 / TDI |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 2dr Hatch |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | |||
| 5-speed automatic | $900 | $900 | |
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | ||
| FWD | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Accessories | |||
| Tilt steering wheel, manual | $150 | $150 | |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | ||
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | |||
| Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats | $0 | ||
| Rollover sensor | $50 | $50 | |
| Side curtain airbags | $350 | $350 | |
| Tire-pressure monitor | $75 | $75 | |
| Cargo Management | |||
| Cargo cover | $75 | ||
| Console with shifter | $150 | ||
| Console without shifter | $150 | ||
| Climate Control | |||
| Intermittent wipers | $0 | $0 | |
| Rear wiper | $175 | $175 | |
| Variable intermittent wipers | $75 | ||
| Exterior | |||
| Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) | $25 | $25 | |
| Deep-tinted rear windows | $275 | $275 | |
| Skid plate (one) | $50 | $50 | |
| Infotainment | |||
| Audio controls on steering wheel | $125 | $125 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | |||
| Heated mirrors | $25 | ||
| Illuminated visor mirror, driver | $50 | ||
| Illuminated visor mirror, passenger | $50 | ||
| Outside temperature display | $50 | ||
| Turn signals on or near mirrors | $25 | ||
| Visor mirror, driver | $10 | $10 | |
| Visor mirror, passenger | $10 | $10 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | |||
| Floor mats | $75 | $75 | |
| Manual height adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | ||
| Manual recliner, second row seats | $75 | $75 | |
| Removable second row seats | $0 | $0 | |
| Synthetic leather seating surfaces | $0 | ||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | |||
| Performance steering system (optional) | $0 | ||
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | ||
| Total Value of Features | $2,270 | $2,495 | $1,975 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $295 | $520 | $0 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -275 | -485 | 0 |
Specifications Comparison: Honda Element vs. Volkswagen New Beetle
| Model Year | 2008 | 2006 |
| Model | Element | New Beetle |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 2dr Hatch |
| Wheelbase | 101.4 in | 98.7 in |
| Length | 169.3 in | 161.1 in |
| Width | 71.5 in | 67.9 in |
| Height | 70.4 in | 59.0 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,499 lb. | 2,965 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 15.9 gal. | 14.5 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 43.3 in | 38.2 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 57.1 in | 52.8 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 55.0 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 41.0 in | 39.4 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 38.0 in | 36.7 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 52.2 in | 49.3 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 47.6 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 39.1 in | 33.5 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 26.0 ft3 | 12.0 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 77.1 ft3 | 27.2 ft3 |
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