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

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Nissan Sentra vs. Volkswagen Golf / GTI Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $24,045

Nissan Sentra SE-R Spec V   
Difference: $5,145

Lowest Total Invoice: $22,315

Nissan Sentra SE-R Spec V   
Difference: $5,739

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20092013
ModelSentraGolf / GTI
TrimSE-R Spec VGTI
Body4dr Sedan4dr Hatch
Base Price $21,160 $24,795
Base Invoice $19,729 $23,803
Sunroof 750  
Limited-slip front differential 400  
Audio Package 850  
Floor mats 165  
Sunroof and Convenience Package   2,500
6-speed automated manual   1,100
Sunroof 651  
Limited-slip front differential 347  
Audio Package 738  
Floor mats 130  
Sunroof and Convenience Package   2,400
6-speed automated manual   1,056
Options (change) 2,165 3,600
Options (change) 1,866 3,456
Destination 720 795
Total Price $24,045 $29,190
Total Invoice $22,315 $28,054

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

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Nissan Sentra SE-R Spec V
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $1,670
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $2,399
Model Year20092013
ModelSentraGolf / GTI
TrimSE-R Spec VGTI
Body4dr Sedan4dr Hatch
Engine200hp I4200hp I4
TransmissionM6S6
DrivetrainFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)21/29 MPG24/33 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)340, 8?, 8
Tire (rear if not all the same)225/45-17225/40-18
Total Price$24,045$29,190
Adjustments for Features0-3,475
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$24,045$25,715
Total Invoice$22,315$28,054
Adjustments for Features0-3,340
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$22,315$24,714

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Features Comparison: Nissan Sentra vs. Volkswagen Golf / GTI

Model Year20092013
ModelSentraGolf / GTI
TrimSE-R Spec VGTI
Body4dr Sedan4dr Hatch
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manual$150 
6-speed automated manual $1100
FWD$0$0
Accessories 
Tilt steering wheel, manual$150 
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual $250
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Brake assist $50
Stability control $400
Traction control $100
Cargo Management 
Air-conditioned storage compartment $50
Cargo cover $75
Cargo mat$40 
Overhead sunglass holder $25
Rear seat pass-through $100
Climate Control 
Heated windshield washer nozzles $15
Interior air filter $0
Rear air vents $100
Rear wiper $175
Drivetrain 
Limited-slip front differential$500 
Exterior 
Body kit$0 
Infotainment 
Audio controls on steering wheel $125
Bluetooth audio streaming $25
HD radio $50
iPod integration $100
Satellite radio $200
SD Card slot $25
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Compass $0
Heated mirrors $25
Turn signals on or near mirrors $25
Seats and Interior Trim 
Aluminum trim $100
Center armrest(s), second row $50
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
Power recliner, driver seat $100
Power recliner, passenger seat $100
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Performance steering system (optional)$0 
Sport suspension (upgrade) $0
Ultra-sport suspension (upgrade)$0 
Transmission 
Launch control $100
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls $100
Total Value of Features$840$4,315
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$3,475
Value of Feature Adjustments0-3,340

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

Specifications Comparison: Nissan Sentra vs. Volkswagen Golf / GTI

Model Year20092013
ModelSentraGolf / GTI
Body4dr Sedan4dr Hatch
Wheelbase105.7 in101.5 in
Length179.8 in165.4 in
Width70.5 in70.3 in
Height59.5 in58.3 in
Curb Weight3,078 lb.3,090 lb.
Fuel Capacity14.5 gal.14.5 gal.
Row 1 Headroom40.6 in39.3 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room56.9 in54.7 in
Row 1 Hip Room54.1 in0.0 in
Row 1 Legroom42.4 in41.2 in
Row 2 Headroom37.3 in38.5 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room55.1 in52.8 in
Row 2 Hip Room53.0 in0.0 in
Row 2 Legroom34.5 in35.5 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum		13.1 ft315.0 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum		13.146.0 ft3

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

Option Package Details
Nissan Sentra SE-R Spec V

Audio Package
FeatureValueRequested?
CD changer, in-dash200Yes
Rockford Fosgate, 340W, 8 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Total Requested20036%
Total Not Requested35064%

Option Package Details
Volkswagen Golf / GTI GTI

6-speed automated manual
FeatureValueRequested?
6-speed automated manual0Yes
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls100No
Launch control100No
Total Requested00%
Total Not Requested200100%
Sunroof and Convenience Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Audio controls on steering wheel125No
Sunroof900Yes
CD changer, in-dash200Yes
HD radio50No
SD Card slot25No
Total Requested110085%
Total Not Requested20015%

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