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Nissan Xterra vs. Volkswagen Beetle Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Nissan Xterra vs. Volkswagen Beetle Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $28,765

Volkswagen Beetle Turbo   
Difference: $415

Lowest Total Invoice: $27,278

Nissan Xterra SE   
Difference: $367

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20092012
ModelXterraBeetle
TrimSETurbo
Body4dr SUV2dr Hatch
Base Price $27,340 $23,395
Base Invoice $25,620 $22,459
Technology Package 0  
Cargo cover 85  
iPod integration 270  
Floor mats 115  
Portable navigation system 590  
Navigation Package   1,600
Sunroof and Sound Package   3,000
Technology Package 0  
Cargo cover 63  
iPod integration 230  
Floor mats 84  
Portable navigation system 501  
Navigation Package   1,536
Sunroof and Sound Package   2,880
Options (change) 1,060 4,600
Options (change) 878 4,416
Destination 780 770
Total Price $29,180 $28,765
Total Invoice $27,278 $27,645

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Nissan Xterra vs. Volkswagen Beetle

Lowest Adjusted Price: Volkswagen Beetle Turbo
Lowest Adjusted Invoice: Nissan Xterra SE
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $55
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $704
Model Year20092012
ModelXterraBeetle
TrimSETurbo
Body4dr SUV2dr Hatch
Engine261hp V6200hp I4
TransmissionA5M6
DrivetrainRWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)380, 9400, 9
Tire (rear if not all the same)265/65-17235/45-18
Total Price$29,180$28,765
Adjustments for Features-3600
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$28,820$28,765
Total Invoice$27,278$27,645
Adjustments for Features-3370
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$26,941$27,645

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Features Comparison: Nissan Xterra vs. Volkswagen Beetle

Model Year20092012
ModelXterraBeetle
TrimSETurbo
Body4dr SUV2dr Hatch
Transmission and Drivetrain 
5-speed automatic$900 
6-speed manual $150
RWD$0 
FWD $0
Accessories 
Power rear side windows$200 
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 
Rollover sensor$50 
Temporary spare tire $150
Cargo Management 
Aluminum roof rack$300 
Cargo area rails w/tie downs$50 
Cargo net$40 
Overhead sunglass holder$25 
Small cargo box, roof-mounted$75 
Climate Control 
Heated windshield washer nozzles $15
Rear wiper$175 
Exterior 
Bodyside moldings$75 
Deep-tinted rear windows$275 
Rear bumper protector$40 
Rear spoiler $200
Skid plate (one)$50 
Sunroof $900
Tow hook(s), front$40 
Tubular side steps$350 
Infotainment 
Bluetooth audio streaming $25
CD changer, in-dash$325 
CD player $125
Navigation system $600
Portable navigation system$400 
SD Card slot $25
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Auto-dimming rearview mirror$150 
Automatic-off headlights$25 
Boost gauge $75
Compass$0 
Cornering lights $50
Heated mirrors $25
Illuminated visor mirror, driver$50 
Illuminated visor mirror, passenger$50 
Interior ambient lighting $150
Outside temperature display $50
Turn signals on or near mirrors $25
Visor mirror, driver $10
Visor mirror, passenger $10
Seats and Interior Trim 
Door sill trim plates $100
Folding passenger seat$150 
Heated front seats $200
Leather door panel trim $250
Manual height adjuster, passenger seat $50
Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat $50
Manual tilt adjuster, driver seat$50 
Metal pedals $75
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Touring suspension (upgrade) $0
White-letter tires$0 
Total Value of Features$4,220$3,860
Value of Feature Adjustments$360$0
Value of Feature Adjustments-3370

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Specifications Comparison: Nissan Xterra vs. Volkswagen Beetle

Model Year20092012
ModelXterraBeetle
Body4dr SUV2dr Hatch
Wheelbase106.3 in99.9 in
Length178.7 in168.4 in
Width72.8 in71.2 in
Height74.9 in58.5 in
Curb Weight4,151 lb.2,940 lb.
Fuel Capacity21.1 gal.14.5 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.9 in39.4 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room58.3 in55.3 in
Row 1 Hip Room55.9 in0.0 in
Row 1 Legroom42.4 in41.3 in
Row 2 Headroom39.3 in37.1 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room58.3 in49.0 in
Row 2 Hip Room46.1 in0.0 in
Row 2 Legroom34.4 in31.4 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum
35.2 ft315.4 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum
65.7 ft329.9 ft3

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Option Package Details
Nissan Xterra SE

Technology Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Audio controls on steering wheel125Yes
CD changer, in-dash200No
Satellite radio200Yes
Bluetooth cell phone link100Yes
MP3-compatible player50Yes
Rockford Fosgate, 380W, 9 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Aux input50Yes
Total Requested52549%
Total Not Requested55051%

Option Package Details
Volkswagen Beetle Turbo

Navigation Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600No
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Upholstered door panels, leather250No
Total Requested90051%
Total Not Requested85049%
Sunroof and Sound Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Fender, 400W, 9 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Audio controls on steering wheel125Yes
Sunroof900No
CD changer, in-dash200No
Center armrest(s), front row75Yes
Satellite radio200Yes
Proximity key250No
HD radio50No
SD Card slot25No
Total Requested40018%
Total Not Requested177582%

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