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Scion FR-S vs. Volkswagen Beetle Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Scion FR-S vs. Volkswagen Beetle Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $24,165

Volkswagen Beetle Turbo   
Difference: $3,724

Lowest Total Invoice: $23,229

Volkswagen Beetle Turbo   
Difference: $2,971

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year201620122012
ModelFR-SBeetleBeetle
TrimBase2.5LTurbo
Body2dr Coupe2dr Hatch2dr Hatch
Base Price $25,305 $19,795 $23,395
Base Invoice $24,040 $19,003 $22,459
Bespoke Audio System 900    
Fog lights 490    
Rear spoiler 399    
Sound and Navigation Package   1,800  
Sunroof Package   2,500  
Bespoke Audio System 700    
Fog lights 365    
Rear spoiler 300    
Sound and Navigation Package   1,728  
Sunroof Package   2,400  
Options (change) 1,789 4,300 0
Options (change) 1,365 4,128 0
Destination 795 770 770
Total Price $27,889 $24,865 $24,165
Total Invoice $26,200 $23,901 $23,229

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Scion FR-S vs. Volkswagen Beetle

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Volkswagen Beetle 2.5L
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $4,014
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $3,262
Model Year201620122012
ModelFR-SBeetleBeetle
TrimBase2.5LTurbo
Body2dr Coupe2dr Hatch2dr Hatch
Engine200hp H4170hp I5200hp I4
TransmissionM6M5M6
DrivetrainRWDFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)300, 8400, 9?, 8
Tire (rear if not all the same)215/45-17235/45-18235/45-18
Total Price$27,889$24,865$24,165
Adjustments for Features-510-1,5000
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$27,379$23,365$24,165
Cost Above Minimum$0$0$800
Total Invoice$26,200$23,901$23,229
Adjustments for Features-479-1,4420
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$25,721$22,459$23,229
Cost Above Minimum$0$0$770

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Features Comparison: Scion FR-S vs. Volkswagen Beetle

Model Year201620122012
ModelFR-SBeetleBeetle
TrimBase2.5LTurbo
Body2dr Coupe2dr Hatch2dr Hatch
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manual$150 $150
5-speed manual $0 
RWD$0  
FWD $0$0
Accessories 
Proximity key $250 
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats $0$0
Rearview camera$200  
Cargo Management 
Cargo cover $75$75
Climate Control 
Heated windshield washer nozzles $15$15
Drivetrain 
Torque-sensing limited-slip rear differential$300  
Exterior 
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)$25  
Rear spoiler$200 $200
Sunroof $900 
Infotainment 
App support$0  
Audio controls on steering wheel$125$125 
CD player $125$125
HD radio$50  
iPod integration $100$100
MP3-compatible player $50$50
Navigation system$600$600 
Satellite radio $200 
SD Card slot $25 
USB port$25  
Voice control for nav and audio$100  
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Automatic headlights$125  
Boost gauge  $75
Cornering lights  $50
Fog lights$125 $125
Heated mirrors $25$25
Interior ambient lighting $150$150
Turn signals on or near mirrors $25$25
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), front row $75 
Heated front seats $200$200
Manual height adjuster, passenger seat $50$50
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat $50$50
Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat $50$50
Metal pedals$75 $75
Synthetic leather seating surfaces $0 
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Touring suspension (upgrade)  $0
Total Value of Features$2,100$3,090$1,590
Value of Feature Adjustments$510$1,500$0
Value of Feature Adjustments-479-1,4420

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See a complete comparison of Scion FR-S vs. Volkswagen Beetle features.

Specifications Comparison: Scion FR-S vs. Volkswagen Beetle

Model Year20162012
ModelFR-SBeetle
Body2dr Coupe2dr Hatch
Wheelbase101.2 in99.9 in
Length166.7 in168.4 in
Width69.9 in71.2 in
Height50.6 in58.5 in
Curb Weight2,759 lb.2,940 lb.
Fuel Capacity13.2 gal.14.5 gal.
Row 1 Headroom37.1 in39.4 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room54.5 in55.3 in
Row 1 Hip Room53.1 in0.0 in
Row 1 Legroom41.9 in41.3 in
Row 2 Headroom35.0 in37.1 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room51.7 in49.0 in
Row 2 Hip Room45.3 in0.0 in
Row 2 Legroom29.9 in31.4 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum		6.9 ft315.4 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum		6.929.9 ft3

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See a complete comparison of Scion FR-S vs. Volkswagen Beetle specs.

Option Package Details
Scion FR-S

Bespoke Audio System
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
Voice control for nav and audio75No
Upgraded head unit0No
Total Requested60089%
Total Not Requested7511%

Option Package Details
Volkswagen Beetle 2.5L

Sound and Navigation Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
235/45HR18 tires400No
Fender, 400W, 9 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Total Requested60044%
Total Not Requested75056%
Sunroof Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Audio controls on steering wheel125Yes
Sunroof900No
CD changer, in-dash200No
Center armrest(s), front row75No
Satellite radio200No
Proximity key250No
HD radio50No
SD Card slot25No
Total Requested1257%
Total Not Requested170093%

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