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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: $34,445

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20142016
ModelCaymanGolf / GTI
TrimBaseGTI SE
Body2dr Hatch2dr Hatch
Base Price $52,600 $28,025
Porsche Dynamic Light System 1,560  
7-speed automated manual 3,200  
Metallic paint (extra cost) 710  
Illuminated door sill trim plates 825  
Torque vectoring, brake-based 1,320  
Adaptive dampers - electrical 1,790  
Interior ambient lighting 340  
Leather Package 500  
Audio controls on steering wheel 615  
Rear wiper 360  
Satellite radio 670  
Lighting Package   995
6-speed automated manual   1,100
Cargo net   100
Porsche Dynamic Light System 0  
7-speed automated manual 0  
Metallic paint (extra cost) 0  
Illuminated door sill trim plates 0  
Torque vectoring, brake-based 0  
Adaptive dampers - electrical 0  
Interior ambient lighting 0  
Leather Package 0  
Audio controls on steering wheel 0  
Rear wiper 0  
Satellite radio 0  
Lighting Package   856
6-speed automated manual   1,056
Cargo net   80
Options (change) 11,890 2,195
Options (change) 0 1,992
Destination 995 820
Total Price $65,485 $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
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $36,255
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $26,988
Model Year20142016
ModelCaymanGolf / GTI
TrimBaseGTI SE
Body2dr Hatch2dr Hatch
Engine275hp H6210hp I4
TransmissionS7S6
DrivetrainRWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)22/32 MPG23/30 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)50, 4400, 9
Tire (rear if not all the same)235/45-18225/40-18
Total Price$65,485$31,040
Adjustments for Features0-1,810
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$65,485$29,230

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Features Comparison: Porsche Cayman vs. Volkswagen Golf / GTI

Model Year20142016
ModelCaymanGolf / GTI
TrimBaseGTI 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, passenger$75 
Rearview camera $200
Secondary collision brake assist $25
Temporary spare tire $150
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
Variable intermittent wipers$75 
Water-repellent front-door glass$15 
Drivetrain 
Limited-slip rear differential$300 
Engine / Motor 
Automatic start / stop$150 
Mid-engine configuration$0 
Regenerative braking$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
HD radio $50
Mirrorlink support $0
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 
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
Heated front seats $200
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 
Upholstered instrument cluster hood, leather$200 
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Adaptive dampers - electrical$500 
Electronic systems calibration selector $200
Transmission 
Launch control $100
Total Value of Features$3,390$5,200
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$1,810
Value of Feature Adjustments0-1,733

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Specifications Comparison: Porsche Cayman vs. Volkswagen Golf / GTI

Model Year20142016
ModelCaymanGolf / GTI
Body2dr Hatch2dr Hatch
Wheelbase97.4 in103.8 in
Length172.4 in167.5 in
Width70.9 in70.5 in
Height50.9 in57.2 in
Curb Weight2,954 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
15.0 ft322.8 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum
15.052.7 ft3

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Option Package Details
Porsche Cayman

Porsche Dynamic Light System
FeatureValueRequested?
Steering-linked headlights150Yes
Xenon HID headlights500Yes
Headlight washers50No
Total Requested65093%
Total Not Requested507%
Leather Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Upholstered door panels, leather250No
Upholstered instrument cluster hood, leather200No
Total Requested00%
Total Not Requested450100%

Option Package Details
Volkswagen Golf / GTI GTI SE

6-speed automated manual
FeatureValueRequested?
6-speed automated manual0Yes
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls100Yes
Launch control100No
Total Requested10050%
Total Not Requested10050%
Lighting Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Steering-linked headlights150Yes
Xenon HID headlights500Yes
Total Requested650100%
Total Not Requested00%

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