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Porsche Cayman vs. Volkswagen Golf / GTI Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Porsche Cayman vs. Volkswagen Golf / GTI Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $31,040

Volkswagen Golf / GTI GTI SE   
Difference: $40,950

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20122016
ModelCaymanGolf / GTI
TrimSGTI SE
Body2dr Hatch2dr Hatch
Base Price $62,100 $28,025
Sport Chrono Package 960  
Xenon HID headlights 1,560  
7-speed automated manual 3,660  
Metallic paint (extra cost) 710  
Illuminated door sill trim plates 725  
Heated front seats 525  
Front sport buckets 800  
Lighting Package   995
6-speed automated manual   1,100
Cargo net   100
Sport Chrono Package 0  
Xenon HID headlights 0  
7-speed automated manual 0  
Metallic paint (extra cost) 0  
Illuminated door sill trim plates 0  
Heated front seats 0  
Front sport buckets 0  
Lighting Package   856
6-speed automated manual   1,056
Cargo net   80
Options (change) 8,940 2,195
Options (change) 0 1,992
Destination 950 820
Total Price $71,990 $31,040

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Porsche Cayman vs. Volkswagen Golf / GTI

Lowest Adjusted Price: Volkswagen Golf / GTI GTI SE
Lowest Adjusted Invoice: Porsche Cayman S
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $44,560
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $25,310
Model Year20122016
ModelCaymanGolf / GTI
TrimSGTI SE
Body2dr Hatch2dr Hatch
Engine320hp H6210hp I4
TransmissionS7S6
DrivetrainRWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)20/29 MPG23/30 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)235, 9400, 9
Tire (rear if not all the same)235/40-18225/40-18
Total Price$71,990$31,040
Adjustments for Features0-3,610
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$71,990$27,430

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Features Comparison: Porsche Cayman vs. Volkswagen Golf / GTI

Model Year20122016
ModelCaymanGolf / GTI
TrimSGTI SE
Body2dr Hatch2dr Hatch
Transmission and Drivetrain 
7-speed automated manual$1200 
6-speed automated manual $1100
RWD$0 
FWD $0
Accessories 
Proximity key $250
Remote app $25
Universal garage door opener$100 
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats $0
Knee airbag, driver $75
Rearview camera $200
Secondary collision brake assist $25
Side curtain airbags $350
Temporary spare tire $150
Torque vectoring, brake-based $100
Vehicle health reports $0
Cargo Management 
Air-conditioned storage compartment $50
Cargo cover $75
Overhead sunglass holder $25
Rear seat pass-through $100
Climate Control 
Rain-sensing wipers $175
Rear air vents $100
Rear wiper $175
Variable intermittent wipers$75 
Water-repellent front-door glass$15 
Engine / Motor 
Mid-engine configuration$0 
Exterior 
Body kit $0
Bright-finished fuel door $100
Rear spoiler $200
Retractable rear spoiler$400 
Sunroof, large $1100
Infotainment 
Android Auto support $100
App support $0
Apple CarPlay support $100
Audio controls on steering wheel $125
Bluetooth audio streaming $25
HD radio $50
Mirrorlink support $0
Satellite radio $200
SD Card slot $25
SMS text-to-speech reader $25
Telematics service, such as OnStar $200
USB port $25
Voice control for audio system $25
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Automatic headlights $125
Chronometer$100 
Compass $0
Fog light, rear$100 
Headlight washers$50 
Turn signals on or near mirrors $25
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row $50
Folding second row seats $300
Leather door panel trim$250 
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat $50
Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat $50
Metal pedals$75 
No leather in second row$-300 
Power recliner, driver seat$100 
Power recliner, passenger seat$100 
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Sport suspension (upgrade) $0
Total Value of Features$2,265$5,875
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$3,610
Value of Feature Adjustments0-3,456

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See a complete comparison of Porsche Cayman vs. Volkswagen Golf / GTI features.

Specifications Comparison: Porsche Cayman vs. Volkswagen Golf / GTI

Model Year20122016
ModelCaymanGolf / GTI
Body2dr Hatch2dr Hatch
Wheelbase95.1 in103.8 in
Length171.1 in167.5 in
Width70.9 in70.5 in
Height51.4 in57.2 in
Curb Weight3,075 lb.3,278 lb.
Fuel Capacity16.9 gal.13.2 gal.
Row 1 Headroom0.0 in38.4 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room0.0 in55.9 in
Row 1 Legroom0.0 in41.2 in
Row 2 Headroom0.0 in38.1 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room0.0 in53.9 in
Row 2 Legroom0.0 in35.6 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum		14.5 ft322.8 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum		14.552.7 ft3

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See a complete comparison of Porsche Cayman vs. Volkswagen Golf / GTI specs.

Option Package Details
Porsche Cayman S

Sport Chrono Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Chronometer100No
Electronic systems calibration selector200Yes
Launch control100Yes
Total Requested30075%
Total Not Requested10025%

Option Package Details
Volkswagen Golf / GTI GTI SE

6-speed automated manual
FeatureValueRequested?
6-speed automated manual0Yes
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls100Yes
Launch control100Yes
Total Requested200100%
Total Not Requested00%
Lighting Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Steering-linked headlights150Yes
Xenon HID headlights500Yes
Total Requested650100%
Total Not Requested00%

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