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Hyundai Sonata vs. Volkswagen Golf / GTI Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Hyundai Sonata vs. Volkswagen Golf / GTI Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $25,830

Hyundai Sonata Limited   
Difference: $11,030

Lowest Total Invoice: $24,169

Hyundai Sonata Limited   
Difference: $11,248

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20082012
ModelSonataGolf / GTI
TrimLimitedR
Body4dr Sedan4dr Hatch
Base Price $22,470 $34,590
Base Invoice $21,035 $33,207
3.3L V6 1,700  
Floor mats 85  
Sunroof 900  
Sunroof and Navigation Package   1,500
3.3L V6 1,572  
Floor mats 68  
Sunroof 819  
Sunroof and Navigation Package   1,440
Options (change) 2,685 1,500
Options (change) 2,459 1,440
Destination 675 770
Total Price $25,830 $36,860
Total Invoice $24,169 $35,417

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Hyundai Sonata vs. Volkswagen Golf / GTI

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Hyundai Sonata Limited
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $8,065
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $8,399
Model Year20082012
ModelSonataGolf / GTI
TrimLimitedR
Body4dr Sedan4dr Hatch
Engine234hp V6256hp I4
TransmissionT5M6
DrivetrainFWDAWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)19/28 MPG19/27 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)360, 7300, 8
Tire (rear if not all the same)225/50-17225/40-18
Total Price$25,830$36,860
Adjustments for Features0-2,965
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$25,830$33,895
Total Invoice$24,169$35,417
Adjustments for Features0-2,849
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$24,169$32,568

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Features Comparison: Hyundai Sonata vs. Volkswagen Golf / GTI

Model Year20082012
ModelSonataGolf / GTI
TrimLimitedR
Body4dr Sedan4dr Hatch
Transmission and Drivetrain 
5-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1000 
6-speed manual $150
FWD$0 
AWD $1700
Accessories 
Proximity key $250
Universal garage door opener$100 
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Brake assist $50
Cargo Management 
Air-conditioned storage compartment $50
Cargo cover $75
Rear seat pass-through $100
Climate Control 
Dual-zone climate control $125
Heated windshield washer nozzles $15
Rear air vents $100
Rear wiper $175
Exterior 
Body kit $0
Bodyside moldings$75 
Rear spoiler $200
Infotainment 
Aux input $50
Bluetooth audio streaming $25
Bluetooth cell phone link $100
CD changer, in-dash$325 
CD player $125
iPod integration $100
Navigation system $600
SD Card slot $25
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Auto-dimming rearview mirror$150 
Automatic headlights$125 
Fog lights$125 
Headlight washers $50
Steering-linked headlights $150
Turn signals on or near mirrors $25
Xenon HID headlights $500
Seats and Interior Trim 
Aluminum trim $100
Manual height adjuster, driver seat $50
Manual height adjuster, passenger seat $50
Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat $50
Metal pedals $75
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat$100 
Power height adjuster, driver seat$100 
Power recliner, passenger seat $100
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat$100 
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Sport suspension (upgrade) $0
Total Value of Features$2,200$5,165
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$2,965
Value of Feature Adjustments0-2,849

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Specifications Comparison: Hyundai Sonata vs. Volkswagen Golf / GTI

Model Year20082012
ModelSonataGolf / GTI
Body4dr Sedan4dr Hatch
Wheelbase107.4 in101.5 in
Length188.9 in165.4 in
Width72.1 in70.3 in
Height58.0 in58.3 in
Curb Weight3,458 lb.3,326 lb.
Fuel Capacity17.7 gal.14.5 gal.
Row 1 Headroom40.1 in39.3 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room57.4 in54.7 in
Row 1 Hip Room55.5 in0.0 in
Row 1 Legroom43.7 in41.2 in
Row 2 Headroom38.2 in38.5 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room56.9 in52.8 in
Row 2 Hip Room55.3 in0.0 in
Row 2 Legroom37.4 in35.5 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum
16.3 ft315.0 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum
16.346.0 ft3

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Option Package Details
Volkswagen Golf / GTI R

Sunroof and Navigation Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600No
Sunroof900Yes
Dynaudio, 300W, 8 speakers350No
Total Requested90049%
Total Not Requested95051%

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