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Nissan Altima vs. Volkswagen Golf / GTI Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Nissan Altima vs. Volkswagen Golf / GTI Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $30,610

Nissan Altima 3.5 SE   
Difference: $6,805

Lowest Total Invoice: $28,070

Nissan Altima 3.5 SE   
Difference: $7,881

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20082015
ModelAltimaGolf / GTI
Trim3.5 SER
Body4dr Sedan4dr Hatch
Base Price $24,470 $36,595
Base Invoice $22,681 $35,131
Premium Package 4,200  
Stability control 900  
Floor mats 175  
Door sill trim plates 170  
Premium Package 3,643  
Stability control 780  
Floor mats 137  
Door sill trim plates 134  
Options (change) 5,445 0
Options (change) 4,694 0
Destination 695 820
Total Price $30,610 $37,415
Total Invoice $28,070 $35,951

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Nissan Altima vs. Volkswagen Golf / GTI

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Nissan Altima 3.5 SE
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $1,995
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $3,259
Model Year20082015
ModelAltimaGolf / GTI
Trim3.5 SER
Body4dr Sedan4dr Hatch
Engine270hp V6292hp I4
TransmissionM6S6
DrivetrainFWDAWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)19/27 MPG23/30 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)264, 9?, 8
Tire (rear if not all the same)215/55-17225/40-18
Total Price$30,610$37,415
Adjustments for Features0-4,810
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$30,610$32,605
Total Invoice$28,070$35,951
Adjustments for Features0-4,622
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$28,070$31,329

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Features Comparison: Nissan Altima vs. Volkswagen Golf / GTI

Model Year20082015
ModelAltimaGolf / GTI
Trim3.5 SER
Body4dr Sedan4dr Hatch
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manual$150 
6-speed automated manual $1100
FWD$0 
AWD $1700
Accessories 
Remote app $25
Remote window/roof operation$15 
Universal garage door opener$100 
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Full-size spare tire$225 
Knee airbag, driver $75
Rearview camera $200
Secondary collision brake assist $25
Torque vectoring, brake-based $100
Vehicle health reports $0
Cargo Management 
Air-conditioned storage compartment $50
Cargo cover $75
Cargo mat$40 
Rear seat pass-through $100
Climate Control 
Heated windshield washer nozzles $15
Rain-sensing wipers $175
Rear air vents $100
Rear wiper $175
Variable intermittent wipers$75 
Engine / Motor 
Dual-mode exhaust, switchable $500
Exterior 
Body kit $0
Bodyside moldings$75 
Rear spoiler $200
Infotainment 
Aux input$50 
Bluetooth audio streaming $25
CD changer, in-dash$325 
CD player $125
HD radio $50
iPod integration $100
SD Card slot $25
Telematics service, such as OnStar $200
Voice control for audio system $25
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Headlight washers $50
Steering-linked headlights $150
Seats and Interior Trim 
Door sill trim plates$100 
Illuminated door sill trim plates $200
Leather door panel trim$250 
Manual height adjuster, passenger seat $50
Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat $50
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat $150
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat$100 
Power recliner, passenger seat $100
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Electronic systems calibration selector $200
Transmission 
Launch control $100
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls $100
Total Value of Features$1,505$6,315
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$4,810
Value of Feature Adjustments0-4,622

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See a complete comparison of Nissan Altima vs. Volkswagen Golf / GTI features.

Specifications Comparison: Nissan Altima vs. Volkswagen Golf / GTI

Model Year20082015
ModelAltimaGolf / GTI
Body4dr Sedan4dr Hatch
Wheelbase109.3 in103.8 in
Length189.8 in167.5 in
Width70.7 in70.8 in
Height57.9 in57.2 in
Curb Weight3,268 lb.3,340 lb.
Fuel Capacity20.0 gal.13.2 gal.
Row 1 Headroom40.6 in38.4 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room55.7 in55.9 in
Row 1 Hip Room56.8 in0.0 in
Row 1 Legroom42.2 in41.2 in
Row 2 Headroom36.8 in38.1 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room55.5 in53.9 in
Row 2 Hip Room52.5 in0.0 in
Row 2 Legroom39.5 in35.6 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum		17.9 ft322.8 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum		17.952.7 ft3

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See a complete comparison of Nissan Altima vs. Volkswagen Golf / GTI specs.

Option Package Details
Nissan Altima 3.5 SE

Premium Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Xenon HID headlights500Yes
Universal garage door opener100No
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Compass0No
Dual-zone climate control125Yes
Interior ambient lighting150Yes
Upholstered door panels, leather250No
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Automatic climate control, front200Yes
Heated front seats200Yes
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat50Yes
CD changer, in-dash200No
Satellite radio200Yes
Bluetooth cell phone link100Yes
MP3-compatible player50Yes
Bose, 264W, 9 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Total Requested262574%
Total Not Requested90026%

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