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Nissan Sentra vs. Volkswagen Jetta Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Nissan Sentra vs. Volkswagen Jetta Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $24,650

Nissan Sentra SE-R Spec V   
Difference: $4,584

Lowest Total Invoice: $22,818

Nissan Sentra SE-R Spec V   
Difference: $4,002

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20122006
ModelSentraJetta
TrimSE-R Spec VGLI
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $20,990 $23,790
Base Invoice $19,571 $21,884
Upgrade Package 2,600  
Mud guards 160  
Floor mats 120  
Package 1   1,460
Rear spoiler   479
Navigation system   1,800
6-speed automated manual   1,075
Upgrade Package 2,255  
Mud guards 118  
Floor mats 94  
Package 1   1,334
Rear spoiler   310
Navigation system   1,589
6-speed automated manual   1,073
Options (change) 2,880 4,814
Options (change) 2,467 4,306
Destination 780 630
Total Price $24,650 $29,234
Total Invoice $22,818 $26,820

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Nissan Sentra vs. Volkswagen Jetta

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Nissan Sentra SE-R Spec V
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $2,309
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $1,915
Model Year20122006
ModelSentraJetta
TrimSE-R Spec VGLI
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine200hp I4200hp I4
TransmissionM6S6
DrivetrainFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)21/28 MPG25/31 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)340, 8?, 10
Tire (rear if not all the same)225/45-17225/45-17
Total Price$24,650$29,234
Adjustments for Features0-2,275
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$24,650$26,959
Total Invoice$22,818$26,820
Adjustments for Features0-2,087
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$22,818$24,733

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Features Comparison: Nissan Sentra vs. Volkswagen Jetta

Model Year20122006
ModelSentraJetta
TrimSE-R Spec VGLI
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manual$150 
6-speed automated manual $1100
FWD$0$0
Accessories 
AC power outlet $100
Tilt steering wheel, manual$150 
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual $250
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Brake assist $50
Rearview camera$200 
Tire-pressure monitor$75 
Cargo Management 
Air-conditioned storage compartment $50
Overhead sunglass holder $25
Rear seat pass-through $100
Climate Control 
Interior air filter $0
Rear air vents $100
Drivetrain 
Limited-slip front differential$500 
Exterior 
Body kit$0 
Body kit (gray/black) $0
Infotainment 
Audio controls on steering wheel $125
Aux input$50 
CD changer, remote $200
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Compass $0
Headlight washers $50
Heated mirrors $25
Turn signals on or near mirrors $25
Xenon HID headlights $500
Seats and Interior Trim 
Aluminum trim $100
Center armrest(s), second row $50
Folding second row seats $300
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$1,125$3,400
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$2,275
Value of Feature Adjustments0-2,087

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See a complete comparison of Nissan Sentra vs. Volkswagen Jetta features.

Specifications Comparison: Nissan Sentra vs. Volkswagen Jetta

Model Year20122006
ModelSentraJetta
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase105.7 in101.5 in
Length179.8 in179.3 in
Width70.5 in70.1 in
Height59.5 in57.4 in
Curb Weight3,078 lb.3,303 lb.
Fuel Capacity14.5 gal.14.5 gal.
Row 1 Headroom40.6 in38.5 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room56.9 in54.8 in
Row 1 Hip Room54.1 in0.0 in
Row 1 Legroom42.4 in41.2 in
Row 2 Headroom37.3 in37.2 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room55.1 in53.1 in
Row 2 Hip Room53.0 in0.0 in
Row 2 Legroom34.5 in35.4 in
Cargo Volume13.1 ft316.0 ft3

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See a complete comparison of Nissan Sentra vs. Volkswagen Jetta specs.

Option Package Details
Nissan Sentra SE-R Spec V

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

Option Package Details
Volkswagen Jetta GLI

Navigation system
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
CD changer, remote-125No
Total Requested600126%
Total Not Requested-125-26%
6-speed automated manual
FeatureValueRequested?
6-speed automated manual0Yes
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls100No
Total Requested00%
Total Not Requested100100%
Package 1
FeatureValueRequested?
Sunroof900Yes
Satellite radio200Yes
AC power outlet100No
Total Requested110092%
Total Not Requested1008%

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