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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: $24,620

Nissan Sentra SE-R Spec V   
Difference: $6,580

Lowest Total Invoice: $22,736

Nissan Sentra SE-R Spec V   
Difference: $7,249

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20112015
ModelSentraJetta
TrimSE-R Spec V2.0T GLI SEL
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $20,620 $29,280
Base Invoice $19,228 $28,109
Upgrade Package 2,600  
Mud guards 150  
Auto-dimming rearview mirror 130  
Interior ambient lighting 240  
Floor mats 120  
6-speed automated manual   1,100
Upgrade Package 2,255  
Mud guards 115  
Auto-dimming rearview mirror 112  
Interior ambient lighting 172  
Floor mats 94  
6-speed automated manual   1,056
Options (change) 3,240 1,100
Options (change) 2,748 1,056
Destination 760 820
Total Price $24,620 $31,200
Total Invoice $22,736 $29,985

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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: $2,065
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $2,910
Model Year20112015
ModelSentraJetta
TrimSE-R Spec V2.0T GLI SEL
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine200hp I4210hp 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$24,620$31,200
Adjustments for Features0-4,515
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$24,620$26,685
Total Invoice$22,736$29,985
Adjustments for Features0-4,339
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$22,736$25,646

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Features Comparison: Nissan Sentra vs. Volkswagen Jetta

Model Year20112015
ModelSentraJetta
TrimSE-R Spec V2.0T GLI SEL
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manual$150 
6-speed automated manual $1100
FWD$0$0
Accessories 
Proximity key $250
Remote app $25
Tilt steering wheel, manual$150 
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual $250
Universal garage door opener $100
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Blind spot warning system $200
Brake assist $50
Cross-traffic warning, rear $100
Vehicle health reports $0
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
Rain-sensing wipers $175
Rear air vents $100
Variable intermittent wipers$75 
Drivetrain 
Limited-slip front differential$500 
Exterior 
Painted brake calipers (optional) $0
Infotainment 
Audio controls on steering wheel $125
Bluetooth audio streaming $25
Bluetooth cell phone link $100
iPod integration $100
SD Card slot $25
Telematics service, such as OnStar $200
USB port$25 
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Automatic headlights $125
Heated mirrors $25
Steering-linked fog lights $50
Steering-linked headlights $150
Turn signals on or near mirrors $25
Xenon HID headlights $500
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row $50
Folding second row seats $300
Heated front seats $200
Manual height adjuster, driver seat$50 
Manual height adjuster, passenger seat $50
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat $50
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat $100
Power height adjuster, driver seat $100
Power recliner, driver seat $100
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 
Launch control $100
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls $100
Total Value of Features$950$5,465
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$4,515
Value of Feature Adjustments0-4,339

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Specifications Comparison: Nissan Sentra vs. Volkswagen Jetta

Model Year20112015
ModelSentraJetta
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase105.7 in104.4 in
Length179.8 in183.3 in
Width70.5 in70.0 in
Height59.5 in57.2 in
Curb Weight3,078 lb.3,158 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 ft315.7 ft3

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Option Package Details
Nissan Sentra SE-R Spec V

Upgrade Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Limited-slip front differential500No
Satellite radio200Yes
Rearview camera200Yes
Navigation system600Yes
Sunroof900Yes
Illuminated visor mirror, driver40Yes
Illuminated visor mirror, passenger40Yes
Rockford Fosgate, 340W, 8 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Total Requested198070%
Total Not Requested85030%

Option Package Details
Volkswagen Jetta 2.0T GLI SEL

6-speed automated manual
FeatureValueRequested?
6-speed automated manual0Yes
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls100No
Launch control100No
Total Requested00%
Total Not Requested200100%

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