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Lincoln MKZ vs. Volkswagen Golf / GTI Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Lincoln MKZ vs. Volkswagen Golf / GTI Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $42,070

Volkswagen Golf / GTI R   
Difference: $4,250

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year201620162018
ModelMKZMKZGolf / GTI
TrimBaseBlack LabelR
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Hatch
Base Price $35,190 $45,605 $39,785
Technology Package 2,495 2,495  
Reserve Package 4,420    
Cargo net 25 25 100
All-weather floor mats 75 75 235
3.7L V6 1,300 1,300  
AWD 1,890 1,890  
7-speed automated manual     1,100
Technology Package 2,271 2,271  
Reserve Package 4,022    
Cargo net 23 23 80
All-weather floor mats 69 69 185
3.7L V6 1,235 1,235  
AWD 1,795 1,795  
7-speed automated manual     1,056
Options (change) 10,205 5,785 1,435
Options (change) 9,415 5,393 1,321
Destination 925 925 850
Total Price $46,320 $52,315 $42,070

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Lincoln MKZ vs. Volkswagen Golf / GTI

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Volkswagen Golf / GTI R
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $1,645
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $39,138
Model Year201620162018
ModelMKZMKZGolf / GTI
TrimBaseBlack LabelR
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Hatch
Engine300hp V6300hp V6292hp I4
TransmissionT6T6S7
DrivetrainAWDAWDAWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)18/26 MPG18/26 MPG22/29 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 11?, 11400, 9
Tire (rear if not all the same)245/45-18245/40-19235/35-19
Total Price$46,320$52,315$42,070
Adjustments for Features-2,605-4,1050
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$43,715$48,210$42,070
Cost Above Minimum$0$4,495$0

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Features Comparison: Lincoln MKZ vs. Volkswagen Golf / GTI

Model Year201620162018
ModelMKZMKZGolf / GTI
TrimBaseBlack LabelR
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Hatch
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1100$1100 
7-speed automated manual  $1200
AWD$1700$1700$1700
Accessories 
AC power outlet$100$100 
Active noise reduction$0$0 
Heated steering wheel$100$100 
Keyless entry keypad$50$50 
Power trunk closer$350$350 
Remote climate control$25$25 
Remote start$150$150 
Remote window/roof operation$15$15 
Semi-automated parking system$500$500 
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual  $250
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power$350$350 
Universal garage door opener$100$100 
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
911 assist$25$25 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats  $0
Backup collision intervention  $150
Blind spot warning system$200$200 
Cross-traffic warning, rear$100$100 
Driver drowsiness monitor$150$150 
Forward collision warning$200$200 
Inflatable rear seat belts $200 
Knee airbag, passenger$75$75 
Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system$0$0 
Safety key$5$5 
Secondary collision brake assist  $25
Temporary spare tire$150$150 
Cargo Management 
Air-conditioned storage compartment  $50
Cargo cover  $75
Console with shifter  $150
Console without shifter$150$150 
Climate Control 
Heated windshield washer nozzles  $15
Rear wiper  $175
Engine / Motor 
Dual-mode exhaust, switchable  $500
Exterior 
Body kit  $0
Bodyside cladding$350$350 
Laminated front side windows$200$200 
Rear spoiler  $200
Infotainment 
Android Auto support  $100
App support  $0
Apple CarPlay support  $100
Concierge Services - 4 year subscription $200 
Larger infotainment display  $0
Mirrorlink support  $0
Navigation, turn-by-turn$25$25 
SD Card slot$25$25 
Telematics service, such as OnStar  $200
Voice control for external devices$0$0 
Wi-Fi hotspot capability$0$0 
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror$75$75 
Cornering lights  $50
Fog lights$125$125 
Performance meter  $150
Power-folding mirrors$50$50 
Seats and Interior Trim 
Cooled or ventilated front seats$300$300 
Heated second row seats$200$200 
Leather door panel trim $250 
Manual height adjuster, passenger seat  $50
Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat  $50
Memory system, driver seat$200$200 
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat  $150
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat$100$100 
Power height adjuster, passenger seat$100$100 
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat$100$100 
Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat$100$100 
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat$100$100 
Synthetic suede headliner $650 
Upgraded floor mats $0 
Upholstered instrument cluster hood, leather $200 
Wood trim$300  
Wood trim, alternative type $300 
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Sport suspension (upgrade)  $0
Transmission 
Launch control  $100
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls$100$100 
Total Value of Features$8,045$9,545$5,440
Value of Feature Adjustments$2,605$4,105$0
Value of Feature Adjustments-2,462-3,8600

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Specifications Comparison: Lincoln MKZ vs. Volkswagen Golf / GTI

Model Year20162018
ModelMKZGolf / GTI
Body4dr Sedan4dr Hatch
Wheelbase112.2 in103.8 in
Length194.1 in167.6 in
Width73.4 in70.8 in
Height58.2 in58.2 in
Curb Weight4,002 lb.3,373 lb.
Fuel Capacity16.5 gal.13.2 gal.
Row 1 Headroom37.9 in38.4 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room57.7 in55.9 in
Row 1 Hip Room55.1 in0.0 in
Row 1 Legroom41.8 in41.2 in
Row 2 Headroom36.6 in38.1 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room55.3 in53.9 in
Row 2 Hip Room53.8 in0.0 in
Row 2 Legroom37.0 in35.6 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum
15.4 ft317.4 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum
15.453.7 ft3

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Option Package Details
Lincoln MKZ

Technology Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Rain-sensing wipers100Yes
Adaptive cruise control450Yes
Obstacle detection, front150Yes
Auto-dimming headlights200Yes
Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system0No
Lane departure warning system200Yes
Parking guidance system - active500No
Driver drowsiness monitor150No
Forward collision warning200No
Lane departure prevention system, steering-based200Yes
Total Requested130060%
Total Not Requested85040%
Reserve Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
Heated second row seats200No
Cooled or ventilated front seats300No
Power decklid300No
Heated steering wheel100No
AC power outlet100No
Voice control for nav and audio75Yes
Blind spot warning system200No
Rear cross-traffic detection100No
Remote air conditioning25No
Remote app25Yes
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror75No
Power-folding mirrors50No
Daytime running lights (optional)0No
HD radio50Yes
Interior ambient lighting150Yes
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power100No
Total Requested180054%
Total Not Requested155046%

Option Package Details
Lincoln MKZ Black Label

Technology Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Rain-sensing wipers100Yes
Adaptive cruise control450Yes
Obstacle detection, front150Yes
Auto-dimming headlights200Yes
Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system0No
Lane departure warning system200Yes
Parking guidance system - active500No
Driver drowsiness monitor150No
Forward collision warning200No
Lane departure prevention system, steering-based200Yes
Total Requested130060%
Total Not Requested85040%

Option Package Details
Volkswagen Golf / GTI R

All-weather floor mats
FeatureValueRequested?
All-weather floor mats75Yes
Cargo mat40Yes
Total Requested115100%
Total Not Requested00%
7-speed automated manual
FeatureValueRequested?
7-speed automated manual0Yes
Launch control100No
Total Requested00%
Total Not Requested100100%

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