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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: $24,250

Nissan Sentra SE-R Spec V   
Difference: $7,365

Lowest Total Invoice: $22,452

Nissan Sentra SE-R Spec V   
Difference: $7,931

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20112014
ModelSentraGolf / GTI
TrimSE-R Spec VGTI
Body4dr Sedan4dr Hatch
Base Price $20,620 $25,095
Base Invoice $19,228 $24,091
Upgrade Package 2,600  
Mud guards 150  
Floor mats 120  
Driver's Edition   4,600
6-speed automated manual   1,100
Upgrade Package 2,255  
Mud guards 115  
Floor mats 94  
Driver's Edition   4,416
6-speed automated manual   1,056
Options (change) 2,870 5,700
Options (change) 2,464 5,472
Destination 760 820
Total Price $24,250 $31,615
Total Invoice $22,452 $30,383

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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: $3,200
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $3,928
Model Year20112014
ModelSentraGolf / GTI
TrimSE-R Spec VGTI
Body4dr Sedan4dr Hatch
Engine200hp I4200hp I4
TransmissionM6S6
DrivetrainFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)21/28 MPG24/32 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)340, 8?, 8
Tire (rear if not all the same)225/45-17225/40-18
Total Price$24,250$31,615
Adjustments for Features0-4,165
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$24,250$27,450
Total Invoice$22,452$30,383
Adjustments for Features0-4,003
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$22,452$26,380

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Features Comparison: Nissan Sentra vs. Volkswagen Golf / GTI

Model Year20112014
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
Rearview camera$200 
Cargo Management 
Air-conditioned storage compartment $50
Cargo cover $75
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
Bluetooth cell phone link $100
iPod integration $100
USB port$25 
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Compass $0
Heated mirrors $25
Steering-linked headlights $150
Turn signals on or near mirrors $25
Xenon HID headlights $500
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
Leather seating surfaces $900
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$1,025$5,190
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$4,165
Value of Feature Adjustments0-4,003

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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 Year20112014
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

Upgrade Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Limited-slip front differential500No
Satellite radio200Yes
Rearview camera200No
Navigation system600Yes
Sunroof900Yes
Illuminated visor mirror, driver40Yes
Illuminated visor mirror, passenger40Yes
Rockford Fosgate, 340W, 8 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Total Requested178063%
Total Not Requested105037%

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%
Driver's Edition
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
Leather seating surfaces900No
Sunroof900Yes
Steering-linked headlights150No
Xenon HID headlights500No
Total Requested150049%
Total Not Requested155051%

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