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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: $31,205

Nissan Altima 3.5 SR   
Difference: $6,210

Lowest Total Invoice: $28,653

Nissan Altima 3.5 SR   
Difference: $7,298

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20122015
ModelAltimaGolf / GTI
Trim3.5 SRR
Body4dr Sedan4dr Hatch
Base Price $25,570 $36,595
Base Invoice $23,697 $35,131
Premium Package 2,130  
Sport Package 2,370  
Floor mats 180  
Door sill trim plates 175  
Premium Package 1,848  
Sport Package 2,056  
Floor mats 146  
Door sill trim plates 126  
Options (change) 4,855 0
Options (change) 4,176 0
Destination 780 820
Total Price $31,205 $37,415
Total Invoice $28,653 $35,951

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

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Nissan Altima 3.5 SR
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $3,375
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $4,574
Model Year20122015
ModelAltimaGolf / GTI
Trim3.5 SRR
Body4dr Sedan4dr Hatch
Engine270hp V6292hp I4
TransmissionCVT-6S6
DrivetrainFWDAWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)20/27 MPG23/30 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)264, 9?, 8
Tire (rear if not all the same)215/55-17225/40-18
Total Price$31,205$37,415
Adjustments for Features0-2,835
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$31,205$34,580
Total Invoice$28,653$35,951
Adjustments for Features0-2,724
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$28,653$33,227

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Features Comparison: Nissan Altima vs. Volkswagen Golf / GTI

Model Year20122015
ModelAltimaGolf / GTI
Trim3.5 SRR
Body4dr Sedan4dr Hatch
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manually-shiftable CVT$1100 
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 
Knee airbag, driver $75
Secondary collision brake assist $25
Temporary spare tire$150 
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 wiper $175
Variable intermittent wipers$75 
Engine / Motor 
Dual-mode exhaust, switchable $500
Exterior 
Body kit $0
Bodyside moldings$75 
Sunroof$900 
Infotainment 
Aux input$50 
Bluetooth audio streaming $25
HD radio $50
iPod integration $100
SD Card slot $25
Telematics service, such as OnStar $200
USB port$25 
Voice control for audio system $25
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Fog lights$125 
Headlight washers $50
Steering-linked headlights $150
Seats and Interior Trim 
Door sill trim plates$100 
Illuminated door sill trim plates $200
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$2,855$5,690
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$2,835
Value of Feature Adjustments0-2,724

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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 Year20122015
ModelAltimaGolf / GTI
Body4dr Sedan4dr Hatch
Wheelbase109.3 in103.8 in
Length190.7 in167.5 in
Width70.7 in70.8 in
Height57.9 in57.2 in
Curb Weight3,357 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 Legroom44.1 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 Legroom35.8 in35.6 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum		15.3 ft322.8 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum		15.352.7 ft3

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

Option Package Details
Nissan Altima 3.5 SR

Premium Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat50Yes
Rear air vents100Yes
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Compass0No
Interior ambient lighting150Yes
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Heated front seats200Yes
Universal garage door opener100No
Satellite radio200Yes
Rearview camera200Yes
MP3-compatible player50Yes
USB port25No
Bose, 264W, 9 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Total Requested200081%
Total Not Requested47519%
Sport Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Fog lights125No
Xenon HID headlights500Yes
Rear spoiler200Yes
Automatic climate control, front200Yes
Sunroof900No
Dual-zone climate control125Yes
Total Requested102550%
Total Not Requested102550%

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