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Nissan Altima vs. Volkswagen New Beetle Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Nissan Altima vs. Volkswagen New Beetle Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $21,829

Volkswagen New Beetle 2.5 / TDI   
Difference: $8,016

Lowest Total Invoice: $20,328

Volkswagen New Beetle 2.5 / TDI   
Difference: $7,158

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20082006
ModelAltimaNew Beetle
Trim3.5 SE2.5 / TDI
Body2dr Coupe2dr Hatch
Base Price $25,350 $17,180
Base Invoice $23,495 $16,107
Premium Package 3,200  
Stability control 600  
Package 1   1,390
Package 2   1,755
Satellite radio   375
CD changer, remote   499
Premium Package 2,776  
Stability control 520  
Package 1   1,291
Package 2   1,629
Satellite radio   331
CD changer, remote   340
Options (change) 3,800 4,019
Options (change) 3,296 3,591
Destination 695 630
Total Price $29,845 $21,829
Total Invoice $27,486 $20,328

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Nissan Altima vs. Volkswagen New Beetle

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Volkswagen New Beetle 2.5 / TDI
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $6,166
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $5,454
Model Year20082006
ModelAltimaNew Beetle
Trim3.5 SE2.5 / TDI
Body2dr Coupe2dr Hatch
Engine270hp V6150hp I5
TransmissionM6M5
DrivetrainFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)264, 9?, 6
Tire (rear if not all the same)215/55-17225/45-17
Total Price$29,845$21,829
Adjustments for Features-1,8500
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$27,995$21,829
Total Invoice$27,486$20,328
Adjustments for Features-1,7040
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$25,782$20,328

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Features Comparison: Nissan Altima vs. Volkswagen New Beetle

Model Year20082006
ModelAltimaNew Beetle
Trim3.5 SE2.5 / TDI
Body2dr Coupe2dr Hatch
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manual$150 
5-speed manual $0
FWD$0$0
Accessories 
Proximity key$250 
Remote window/roof operation$15 
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Side curtain airbags$350 
Tire-pressure monitor$75 
Cargo Management 
Cargo cover $75
Overhead sunglass holder$25 
Climate Control 
Automatic climate control, front$200 
Dual-zone climate control$125 
Heated windshield washer nozzles $15
Rain-sensing wipers $175
Variable intermittent wipers$75 
Exterior 
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)$25 
Infotainment 
Audio controls on steering wheel$125 
Bluetooth cell phone link$100 
CD changer, in-dash$325 
CD changer, remote $200
CD player $125
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Automatic headlights$125 
Compass$0 
Trip computer$150 
Seats and Interior Trim 
Floor mats $75
Manual height adjuster, driver seat $50
Manual height adjuster, passenger seat $50
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat$100 
Power height adjuster, driver seat$100 
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat$100 
Power recliner, driver seat$100 
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat$100 
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Sport suspension (upgrade)$0 
Total Value of Features$2,615$765
Value of Feature Adjustments$1,850$0
Value of Feature Adjustments-1,7040

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See a complete comparison of Nissan Altima vs. Volkswagen New Beetle features.

Specifications Comparison: Nissan Altima vs. Volkswagen New Beetle

Model Year20082006
ModelAltimaNew Beetle
Body2dr Coupe2dr Hatch
Wheelbase105.3 in98.7 in
Length182.5 in161.1 in
Width70.7 in67.9 in
Height55.3 in59.0 in
Curb Weight3,056 lb.2,885 lb.
Fuel Capacity20.0 gal.14.5 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.7 in38.2 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room53.9 in52.8 in
Row 1 Hip Room54.2 in0.0 in
Row 1 Legroom42.5 in39.4 in
Row 2 Headroom35.6 in36.7 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room52.4 in49.3 in
Row 2 Hip Room47.6 in0.0 in
Row 2 Legroom34.4 in33.5 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum		7.4 ft312.0 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum		7.427.2 ft3

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See a complete comparison of Nissan Altima vs. Volkswagen New Beetle specs.

Option Package Details
Nissan Altima 3.5 SE

Premium Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Upholstered door panels, leather250No
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Automatic climate control, front200No
Heated front seats200Yes
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat50No
Universal garage door opener100Yes
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Compass0No
Dual-zone climate control125No
Interior ambient lighting150No
CD changer, in-dash200Yes
Satellite radio200Yes
Bluetooth cell phone link100No
MP3-compatible player50Yes
Bose, 264W, 9 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Total Requested180060%
Total Not Requested122540%

Option Package Details
Volkswagen New Beetle 2.5 / TDI

Package 1
FeatureValueRequested?
Heated front seats200Yes
Sunroof900Yes
Heated windshield washer nozzles15No
Total Requested110099%
Total Not Requested151%
Package 2
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Universal garage door opener100Yes
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Rain-sensing wipers100No
Fog lights125Yes
Leather-wrapped steering wheel150Yes
225/45HR17 tires400No
Total Requested142574%
Total Not Requested50026%

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