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Nissan Sentra vs. Volkswagen Beetle Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Nissan Sentra vs. Volkswagen Beetle Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $21,740

Nissan Sentra SE-R Spec V   
Difference: $3,850

Lowest Total Invoice: $20,254

Nissan Sentra SE-R Spec V   
Difference: $4,344

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20112013
ModelSentraBeetle
TrimSE-R Spec VTurbo
Body4dr Sedan2dr Hatch
Base Price $20,620 $23,695
Base Invoice $19,228 $22,747
Floor mats 120  
Interior ambient lighting 240  
Sport suspension (upgrade)   0
6-speed automated manual   1,100
Floor mats 94  
Interior ambient lighting 172  
Sport suspension (upgrade)   0
6-speed automated manual   1,056
Options (change) 360 1,100
Options (change) 266 1,056
Destination 760 795
Total Price $21,740 $25,590
Total Invoice $20,254 $24,598

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Nissan Sentra vs. Volkswagen Beetle

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Nissan Sentra SE-R Spec V
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $1,735
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $2,311
Model Year20112013
ModelSentraBeetle
TrimSE-R Spec VTurbo
Body4dr Sedan2dr Hatch
Engine200hp I4200hp I4
TransmissionM6S6
DrivetrainFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)21/28 MPG22/30 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)160, 6?, 8
Tire (rear if not all the same)225/45-17235/45-18
Total Price$21,740$25,590
Adjustments for Features0-2,115
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$21,740$23,475
Total Invoice$20,254$24,598
Adjustments for Features0-2,033
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$20,254$22,565

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Features Comparison: Nissan Sentra vs. Volkswagen Beetle

Model Year20112013
ModelSentraBeetle
TrimSE-R Spec VTurbo
Body4dr Sedan2dr Hatch
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manual$150 
6-speed automated manual $1100
FWD$0$0
Accessories 
Power rear side windows$200 
Tilt steering wheel, manual$150 
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual $250
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Brake assist $50
Cargo Management 
Cargo cover $75
Climate Control 
Heated windshield washer nozzles $15
Interior air filter $0
Exterior 
Body kit$0 
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)$25 
Infotainment 
Bluetooth audio streaming $25
Bluetooth cell phone link $100
iPod integration $100
USB port$25 
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Boost gauge $75
Cornering lights $50
Heated mirrors $25
Turn signals on or near mirrors $25
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), front row$75 
Door sill trim plates $100
Folding second row seats $300
Heated front seats $200
Manual height adjuster, passenger seat $50
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat $50
Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat $50
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Performance steering system (optional)$0 
Sport suspension (upgrade) $0
Ultra-sport suspension (upgrade)$0 
Transmission 
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls $100
Total Value of Features$625$2,740
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$2,115
Value of Feature Adjustments0-2,033

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Specifications Comparison: Nissan Sentra vs. Volkswagen Beetle

Model Year20112013
ModelSentraBeetle
Body4dr Sedan2dr Hatch
Wheelbase105.7 in99.9 in
Length179.8 in168.4 in
Width70.5 in71.2 in
Height59.5 in58.5 in
Curb Weight3,078 lb.3,089 lb.
Fuel Capacity14.5 gal.14.5 gal.
Row 1 Headroom40.6 in39.4 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room56.9 in55.3 in
Row 1 Hip Room54.1 in0.0 in
Row 1 Legroom42.4 in41.3 in
Row 2 Headroom37.3 in37.1 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room55.1 in49.0 in
Row 2 Hip Room53.0 in0.0 in
Row 2 Legroom34.5 in31.4 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum
13.1 ft315.4 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum
13.129.9 ft3

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Option Package Details
Volkswagen Beetle Turbo

6-speed automated manual
FeatureValueRequested?
6-speed automated manual0Yes
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls100No
Total Requested00%
Total Not Requested100100%

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