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Mini Hardtop vs. Volkswagen New Beetle Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Mini Hardtop vs. Volkswagen New Beetle Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $19,829

Volkswagen New Beetle S   
Difference: $7,271

Lowest Total Invoice: $18,423

Volkswagen New Beetle S   
Difference: $6,032

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20082008
ModelHardtopNew Beetle
TrimCooper SS
Body2dr Hatch2dr Hatch
Base Price $21,200 $17,475
Base Invoice $19,080 $16,381
Cold Weather Package 500  
Metallic paint (extra cost) 500  
Center armrest(s), front row 250  
Cruise control 250  
Stability control 500  
6-speed shiftable automatic 1,250  
Satellite radio - lifetime subscription 1,000  
Panoramic sunroof 1,000  
Heated front seats   225
Rear spoiler   479
Sunroof   1,000
Cold Weather Package 450  
Metallic paint (extra cost) 450  
Center armrest(s), front row 225  
Cruise control 225  
Stability control 450  
6-speed shiftable automatic 1,125  
Satellite radio - lifetime subscription 900  
Panoramic sunroof 900  
Heated front seats   199
Rear spoiler   310
Sunroof   883
Options (change) 5,250 1,704
Options (change) 4,725 1,392
Destination 650 650
Total Price $27,100 $19,829
Total Invoice $24,455 $18,423

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Mini Hardtop vs. Volkswagen New Beetle

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Volkswagen New Beetle S
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $3,456
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $2,589
Model Year20082008
ModelHardtopNew Beetle
TrimCooper SS
Body2dr Hatch2dr Hatch
Engine172hp I4150hp I5
TransmissionT6M5
DrivetrainFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)23/32 MPG20/28 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 6?, 6
Tire (rear if not all the same)195/55-16205/55-16
Total Price$27,100$19,829
Adjustments for Features-3,8150
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$23,285$19,829
Total Invoice$24,455$18,423
Adjustments for Features-3,4430
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$21,012$18,423

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Features Comparison: Mini Hardtop vs. Volkswagen New Beetle

Model Year20082008
ModelHardtopNew Beetle
TrimCooper SS
Body2dr Hatch2dr Hatch
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1100 
5-speed manual $0
FWD$0$0
Accessories 
Remote window/roof operation$15 
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats $0
Side curtain airbags$350 
Temporary spare tire $150
Tires, run-flat$150 
Cargo Management 
Air-conditioned storage compartment$50 
Climate Control 
Rear wiper$175 
Wiper de-icer$25 
Exterior 
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)$25 
Bright-finished fuel door$100 
Hood scoop$100 
Panoramic sunroof$1200 
Sunroof $900
Wheel-lip moldings$75 
Infotainment 
Audio controls on steering wheel$125 
Aux input $50
MP3-compatible player $50
Satellite radio $200
Satellite radio - lifetime subscription$550 
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Automatic-off headlights$25 
Fog lights$125 
Interior ambient lighting$150 
Power-folding mirrors$50 
Trip computer$150 
Seats and Interior Trim 
Door sill trim plates$100 
Leather-wrapped steering wheel$150 
Metal pedals$75 
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Electronic systems calibration selector$200 
Sport suspension (upgrade)$0 
Transmission 
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls$100 
Total Value of Features$5,165$1,350
Value of Feature Adjustments$3,815$0
Value of Feature Adjustments-3,4430

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See a complete comparison of Mini Hardtop vs. Volkswagen New Beetle features.

Specifications Comparison: Mini Hardtop vs. Volkswagen New Beetle

Model Year20082008
ModelHardtopNew Beetle
Body2dr Hatch2dr Hatch
Wheelbase97.1 in98.7 in
Length145.6 in161.1 in
Width66.3 in67.9 in
Height55.4 in59.0 in
Curb Weight2,712 lb.2,884 lb.
Fuel Capacity11.0 gal.14.5 gal.
Row 1 Headroom38.8 in38.2 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room50.3 in52.8 in
Row 1 Legroom41.4 in39.4 in
Row 2 Headroom37.6 in36.7 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room44.7 in49.3 in
Row 2 Legroom29.9 in33.5 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum		5.7 ft312.0 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum		24.0 ft327.2 ft3

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See a complete comparison of Mini Hardtop vs. Volkswagen New Beetle specs.

Option Package Details
Mini Hardtop Cooper S

Cold Weather Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Heated mirrors25Yes
Heated front seats200Yes
Power-folding mirrors50No
Heated windshield washer nozzles15Yes
Total Requested24083%
Total Not Requested5017%

Option Package Details
Volkswagen New Beetle S

Heated front seats
FeatureValueRequested?
Heated front seats200Yes
Heated windshield washer nozzles15Yes
Total Requested215100%
Total Not Requested00%

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