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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: $23,680

Nissan Sentra SE-R Spec V   
Difference: $5,260

Lowest Total Invoice: $21,924

Nissan Sentra SE-R Spec V   
Difference: $5,829

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20102012
ModelSentraJetta
TrimSE-R Spec VGLI
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $20,080 $23,745
Base Invoice $18,725 $22,795
Upgrade Package 2,200  
Mud guards 140  
Floor mats 110  
Navigation system 400 900
Rear spoiler   375
Autobahn Package   2,050
6-speed automated manual   1,100
Upgrade Package 1,908  
Mud guards 106  
Floor mats 88  
Navigation system 347 864
Rear spoiler   300
Autobahn Package   1,968
6-speed automated manual   1,056
Options (change) 2,850 4,425
Options (change) 2,449 4,188
Destination 750 770
Total Price $23,680 $28,940
Total Invoice $21,924 $27,753

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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: $2,895
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $3,561
Model Year20102012
ModelSentraJetta
TrimSE-R Spec VGLI
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine200hp I4200hp I4
TransmissionM6S6
DrivetrainFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)21/28 MPG24/32 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)340, 8400, 9
Tire (rear if not all the same)225/45-17225/40-18
Total Price$23,680$28,940
Adjustments for Features0-2,365
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$23,680$26,575
Total Invoice$21,924$27,753
Adjustments for Features0-2,268
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$21,924$25,485

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Features Comparison: Nissan Sentra vs. Volkswagen Jetta

Model Year20102012
ModelSentraJetta
TrimSE-R Spec VGLI
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manual$150 
6-speed automated manual $1100
FWD$0$0
Accessories 
Proximity key $250
Tilt steering wheel, manual$150 
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual $250
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Brake assist $50
Full-size spare tire $225
Rearview camera$200 
Temporary spare tire$150 
Cargo Management 
Air-conditioned storage compartment $50
Overhead sunglass holder $25
Rear seat pass-through $100
Climate Control 
Automatic climate control, front $200
Dual-zone climate control $125
Heated windshield washer nozzles $15
Interior air filter $0
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
SD Card slot $25
Traffic information$25 
USB port$25 
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Compass $0
Heated mirrors $25
Turn signals on or near mirrors $25
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row $50
Folding second row seats $300
Heated front seats $200
Manual height adjuster, passenger seat $50
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat $50
Soft-touch instrument panel (optional) $0
Synthetic leather seating surfaces $0
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$1,200$3,565
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$2,365
Value of Feature Adjustments0-2,268

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

Specifications Comparison: Nissan Sentra vs. Volkswagen Jetta

Model Year20102012
ModelSentraJetta
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase105.7 in104.4 in
Length179.8 in182.2 in
Width70.5 in70.0 in
Height59.5 in57.2 in
Curb Weight3,078 lb.3,157 lb.
Fuel Capacity14.5 gal.14.5 gal.
Row 1 Headroom40.6 in38.2 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room56.9 in55.2 in
Row 1 Hip Room54.1 in0.0 in
Row 1 Legroom42.4 in41.2 in
Row 2 Headroom37.3 in37.1 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room55.1 in53.6 in
Row 2 Hip Room53.0 in0.0 in
Row 2 Legroom34.5 in38.1 in
Cargo Volume13.1 ft315.5 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?
Sunroof900Yes
Illuminated visor mirror, driver40Yes
Illuminated visor mirror, passenger40Yes
Satellite radio200Yes
Limited-slip front differential500No
Rearview camera200No
Rockford Fosgate, 340W, 8 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Total Requested118053%
Total Not Requested105047%

Option Package Details
Volkswagen Jetta GLI

Navigation system
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
Proximity key250No
Total Requested60071%
Total Not Requested25029%
6-speed automated manual
FeatureValueRequested?
6-speed automated manual0Yes
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls100No
Total Requested00%
Total Not Requested100100%
Autobahn Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Automatic climate control, front200No
Heated front seats200No
Sunroof900Yes
Dual-zone climate control125No
Synthetic leather seating surfaces0No
Heated windshield washer nozzles15No
Air-conditioned storage compartment50No
225/40HR18 tires400No
Fender, 400W, 9 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Total Requested90040%
Total Not Requested134060%

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