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Nissan Altima vs. Volkswagen Golf / GTI 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.
Nissan Altima vs. Volkswagen Golf / GTI Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $30,595 Volkswagen Golf / GTI GTI | |||
| Difference: $2,385 | |||
Lowest Total Invoice: $29,403 Volkswagen Golf / GTI GTI | |||
| Difference: $935 | |||
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| Model Year | 2008 | 2008 | 2011 |
| Model | Altima | Altima | Golf / GTI |
| Trim | 3.5 SE | 3.5 SL | GTI |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Hatch |
| Base Price | $24,470 | $28,670 | $24,295 |
| Base Invoice | $22,681 | $26,565 | $23,323 |
| Premium Package | 4,200 | ||
| Stability control | 900 | 900 | |
| Sport Package | 1,300 | ||
| Technology Package | 2,000 | 2,000 | |
| 6-speed shiftable CVT | 500 | ||
| Floor mats | 175 | 175 | |
| Door sill trim plates | 170 | 170 | |
| Rear spoiler | 370 | ||
| Autobahn Package | 5,530 | ||
| Premium Package | 3,643 | ||
| Stability control | 780 | 780 | |
| Sport Package | 1,127 | ||
| Technology Package | 1,734 | 1,735 | |
| 6-speed shiftable CVT | 461 | ||
| Floor mats | 137 | 137 | |
| Door sill trim plates | 134 | 134 | |
| Rear spoiler | 292 | ||
| Autobahn Package | 5,310 | ||
| Options (change) | 9,245 | 3,615 | 5,530 |
| Options (change) | 8,016 | 3,078 | 5,310 |
| Destination | 695 | 695 | 770 |
| Total Price | $34,410 | $32,980 | $30,595 |
| Total Invoice | $31,392 | $30,338 | $29,403 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Nissan Altima vs. Volkswagen Golf / GTI
| Lowest Adjusted Price: Volkswagen Golf / GTI GTI | |||
| Lowest Adjusted Invoice: Nissan Altima 3.5 SL | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $570 | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $735 | |||
| Model Year | 2008 | 2008 | 2011 |
| Model | Altima | Altima | Golf / GTI |
| Trim | 3.5 SE | 3.5 SL | GTI |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Hatch |
| Engine | 270hp V6 | 270hp V6 | 200hp I4 |
| Transmission | CVT-6 | CVT-6 | M6 |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | FWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 264, 9 | 264, 9 | 300, 8 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 215/55-17 | 215/60-16 | 225/40-18 |
| Total Price | $34,410 | $32,980 | $30,595 |
| Adjustments for Features | -1,765 | -1,815 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $32,645 | $31,165 | $30,595 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $1,480 | $0 | $0 |
| Total Invoice | $31,392 | $30,338 | $29,403 |
| Adjustments for Features | -1,610 | -1,670 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $29,782 | $28,668 | $29,403 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $1,114 | $0 | $0 |
Features Comparison: Nissan Altima vs. Volkswagen Golf / GTI
| Model Year | 2008 | 2008 | 2011 |
| Model | Altima | Altima | Golf / GTI |
| Trim | 3.5 SE | 3.5 SL | GTI |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Hatch |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | |||
| 6-speed manually-shiftable CVT | $1100 | $1100 | |
| 6-speed manual | $150 | ||
| FWD | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Accessories | |||
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | $15 | |
| Universal garage door opener | $100 | $100 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | |||
| Rearview camera | $200 | $200 | |
| Cargo Management | |||
| Air-conditioned storage compartment | $50 | ||
| Cargo cover | $75 | ||
| Cargo mat | $40 | $40 | |
| Rear seat pass-through | $100 | ||
| Climate Control | |||
| Automatic climate control, front | $200 | $200 | |
| Dual-zone climate control | $125 | $125 | |
| Heated windshield washer nozzles | $15 | ||
| Rear air vents | $100 | $100 | |
| Rear wiper | $175 | ||
| Exterior | |||
| Bodyside moldings | $75 | $75 | |
| Infotainment | |||
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | ||
| CD changer, in-dash | $325 | $325 | |
| CD player | $125 | ||
| HD radio | $50 | ||
| iPod integration | $100 | ||
| SD Card slot | $25 | ||
| Traffic information | $25 | $25 | |
| Voice control for nav and audio | $100 | $100 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | |||
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | $150 | $150 | |
| Automatic headlights | $125 | $125 | |
| Compass | $0 | ||
| Interior ambient lighting | $150 | $150 | |
| Steering-linked headlights | $150 | ||
| Seats and Interior Trim | |||
| Aluminum trim | $100 | ||
| Center armrest(s), second row | $50 | $50 | |
| Leather door panel trim | $250 | $250 | |
| Manual height adjuster, driver seat | $50 | ||
| Manual height adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | ||
| Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $50 | ||
| Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | ||
| Metal pedals | $75 | ||
| Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | |
| Power height adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | |
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | $100 | ||
| Power tilt adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | |
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | |||
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | $0 | |
| Total Value of Features | $3,430 | $3,480 | $1,665 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $1,765 | $1,815 | $0 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -1,610 | -1,670 | 0 |
Specifications Comparison: Nissan Altima vs. Volkswagen Golf / GTI
| Model Year | 2008 | 2011 |
| Model | Altima | Golf / GTI |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Hatch |
| Wheelbase | 109.3 in | 101.5 in |
| Length | 189.8 in | 165.4 in |
| Width | 70.7 in | 70.3 in |
| Height | 57.9 in | 58.3 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,056 lb. | 2,969 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 20.0 gal. | 14.5 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 40.6 in | 39.3 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 55.7 in | 54.7 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 56.8 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 42.2 in | 41.2 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 36.8 in | 38.5 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 55.5 in | 52.8 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 52.5 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 39.5 in | 35.5 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 17.9 ft3 | 15.0 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 17.9 | 46.0 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Nissan Altima 3.5 SE
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Upholstered door panels, leather | 250 | No |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Automatic climate control, front | 200 | No |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | 50 | No |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | No |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | No |
| Compass | 0 | No |
| Dual-zone climate control | 125 | No |
| Interior ambient lighting | 150 | No |
| CD changer, in-dash | 200 | No |
| Satellite radio | 200 | Yes |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | 100 | Yes |
| MP3-compatible player | 50 | Yes |
| Bose, 264W, 9 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Total Requested | 1950 | 55% |
| Total Not Requested | 1575 | 45% |
| Sport Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Sunroof | 900 | Yes |
| Fog lights | 125 | Yes |
| Rear spoiler | 200 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1225 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Technology Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Sunroof | 900 | Yes |
| Rearview camera | 200 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | No |
| Traffic information | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 1500 | 82% |
| Total Not Requested | 325 | 18% |
Option Package Details
Nissan Altima 3.5 SL
| Technology Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Rearview camera | 200 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | No |
| Traffic information | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 600 | 65% |
| Total Not Requested | 325 | 35% |
Option Package Details
Volkswagen Golf / GTI GTI
| Autobahn Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| Dynaudio, 300W, 8 speakers | 350 | No |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Steering-linked headlights | 150 | No |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| HD radio | 50 | No |
| Audio controls on steering wheel | 125 | Yes |
| Sunroof | 900 | Yes |
| CD changer, in-dash | 200 | No |
| SD Card slot | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 3275 | 81% |
| Total Not Requested | 775 | 19% |
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