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

The sticker prices, before adjusting for remaining feature differences. Usually these are the numbers you will see on the window stickers.

Models in short supply often sell at or even above these prices.

Scion FR-S vs. Volkswagen Beetle Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $21,015

Volkswagen Beetle 1.8T Classic   
Difference: $6,874

Lowest Total Invoice: $20,207

Volkswagen Beetle 1.8T Classic   
Difference: $5,993

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20162015201520152015
ModelFR-SBeetleBeetleBeetleBeetle
TrimBase1.8T1.8T ClassicTDIR-Line
Body2dr Coupe2dr Hatch2dr Hatch2dr Hatch2dr Hatch
Base Price $25,305 $20,695 $20,195 $25,330 $25,450
Base Invoice $24,040 $19,867 $19,387 $24,317 $24,433
Bespoke Audio System 900        
Rear spoiler 399        
Fog lights 490        
Bespoke Audio System 700        
Rear spoiler 300        
Fog lights 365        
Options (change) 1,789 0 0 0 0
Options (change) 1,365 0 0 0 0
Destination 795 820 820 820 820
Total Price $27,889 $21,515 $21,015 $26,150 $26,270
Total Invoice $26,200 $20,687 $20,207 $25,137 $25,253

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

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Volkswagen Beetle 1.8T Classic
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $8,214
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $7,298
Model Year20162015201520152015
ModelFR-SBeetleBeetleBeetleBeetle
TrimBase1.8T1.8T ClassicTDIR-Line
Body2dr Coupe2dr Hatch2dr Hatch2dr Hatch2dr Hatch
Engine200hp H4170hp I4170hp I4150hp I4 D210hp I4
TransmissionM6M5T6M6M6
DrivetrainRWDFWDFWDFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)300, 8?, 8?, 8?, 8?, 8
Tire (rear if not all the same)215/45-17215/55-17215/55-17215/55-17235/45-18
Total Price$27,889$21,515$21,015$26,150$26,270
Adjustments for Features-7600-2,100-1,150-675
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$27,129$21,515$18,915$25,000$25,595
Cost Above Minimum$0$2,600$0$6,085$6,680
Total Invoice$26,200$20,687$20,207$25,137$25,253
Adjustments for Features-7140-2,019-1,105-649
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$25,486$20,687$18,188$24,032$24,604
Cost Above Minimum$0$2,499$0$5,844$6,416

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Features Comparison: Scion FR-S vs. Volkswagen Beetle

Model Year20162015201520152015
ModelFR-SBeetleBeetleBeetleBeetle
TrimBase1.8T1.8T ClassicTDIR-Line
Body2dr Coupe2dr Hatch2dr Hatch2dr Hatch2dr Hatch
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manual$150  $150$150
5-speed manual $0   
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic  $1100  
RWD$0    
FWD $0$0$0$0
Accessories 
Proximity key   $250 
Remote app $25$25$25$25
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats $0$0$0$0
Rearview camera$200  $200 
Vehicle health reports $0$0$0$0
Cargo Management 
Cargo cover $75$75$75$75
Climate Control 
Heated windshield washer nozzles $15$15$15$15
Drivetrain 
Torque-sensing limited-slip rear differential$300    
Exterior 
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)$25    
Painted brake calipers (optional)    $0
Rear spoiler$200 $200 $200
Infotainment 
App support$0    
CD changer, in-dash   $325 
CD player $125$125 $125
HD radio$50  $50 
iPod integration $100$100$100$100
MP3-compatible player $50$50$50$50
Navigation system$600 $600  
Satellite radio  $200$200 
SD Card slot   $25 
Telematics service, such as OnStar $200$200$200$200
USB port$25    
Voice control for nav and audio$100    
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Automatic headlights$125    
Boost gauge   $75$75
Cornering lights    $50
Fog lights$125   $125
Heated mirrors $25$25$25$25
Interior ambient lighting, configurable $150$150$150$150
Turn signals on or near mirrors $25$25$25$25
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), front row $75$75$75$75
Heated front seats $200$200$200$200
Manual height adjuster, passenger seat $50$50$50$50
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat $50$50$50$50
Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat $50$50$50$50
Metal pedals$75   $75
Synthetic leather seating surfaces $0 $0 
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Sport suspension (upgrade)    $0
Total Value of Features$1,975$1,215$3,315$2,365$1,890
Value of Feature Adjustments$760$0$2,100$1,150$675
Value of Feature Adjustments-7140-2,019-1,105-649

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Specifications Comparison: Scion FR-S vs. Volkswagen Beetle

Model Year20162015
ModelFR-SBeetle
Body2dr Coupe2dr Hatch
Wheelbase101.2 in100.0 in
Length166.7 in168.4 in
Width69.9 in71.2 in
Height50.6 in58.5 in
Curb Weight2,759 lb.3,013 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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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%

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