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Subaru BRZ vs. Volkswagen Beetle Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Subaru BRZ vs. Volkswagen Beetle Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $29,660

Subaru BRZ Limited   
Difference: $1,130

Lowest Total Invoice: $28,131

Subaru BRZ Limited   
Difference: $1,459

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year2017201720142014
ModelBRZBRZBeetleBeetle
TrimLimitedSeries.YellowR-LineGSR
Body2dr Coupe2dr Coupe2dr Hatch2dr Hatch
Base Price $27,645 $29,695 $24,995 $29,995
Base Invoice $26,251 $28,157 $23,995 $28,795
Performance Package 1,195      
Sunroof, Sound, and Nav Package     5,300  
Performance Package 1,060      
Sunroof, Sound, and Nav Package     5,088  
Options (change) 1,195 0 5,300 0
Options (change) 1,060 0 5,088 0
Destination 820 820 820 795
Total Price $29,660 $30,515 $31,115 $30,790
Total Invoice $28,131 $28,977 $29,903 $29,590

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Subaru BRZ vs. Volkswagen Beetle

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Subaru BRZ Limited
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $45
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $416
Model Year2017201720142014
ModelBRZBRZBeetleBeetle
TrimLimitedSeries.YellowR-LineGSR
Body2dr Coupe2dr Coupe2dr Hatch2dr Hatch
Engine205hp H4205hp H4210hp I4210hp I4
TransmissionM6M6M6M6
DrivetrainRWDRWDFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)196, 8196, 8400, 9400, 9
Tire (rear if not all the same)215/45-17215/45-17235/40-19235/40-19
Total Price$29,660$30,515$31,115$30,790
Adjustments for Features00-835-1,085
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$29,660$30,515$30,280$29,705
Cost Above Minimum$0$855$575$0
Total Invoice$28,131$28,977$29,903$29,590
Adjustments for Features00-802-1,043
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$28,131$28,977$29,101$28,547
Cost Above Minimum$0$846$554$0

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Features Comparison: Subaru BRZ vs. Volkswagen Beetle

Model Year2017201720142014
ModelBRZBRZBeetleBeetle
TrimLimitedSeries.YellowR-LineGSR
Body2dr Coupe2dr Coupe2dr Hatch2dr Hatch
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manual$150$150$150$150
RWD$0$0  
FWD  $0$0
Accessories 
Remote app  $25$25
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Rearview camera$200$200  
Cargo Management 
Cargo cover  $75$75
Climate Control 
Automatic climate control, front$200$200  
Dual-zone climate control$125$125  
Heated windshield washer nozzles  $15$15
Drivetrain 
Torque-sensing limited-slip rear differential$300$300  
Exterior 
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)$25$25  
Sunroof  $900$900
Infotainment 
App support$0$0  
CD changer, in-dash   $325
CD player$125$125$125 
HD radio$50$50 $50
iPod integration  $100$100
Navigation system  $600$600
SD Card slot  $25$25
SMS text-to-speech reader$25$25  
Telematics service, such as OnStar  $200$200
USB port$25$25  
Voice control for audio system$25$25  
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Automatic headlights$125$125  
Boost gauge  $75$75
Cornering lights  $50$50
Illuminated visor mirror, driver$50$50  
Illuminated visor mirror, passenger$50$50  
Interior ambient lighting  $150$150
LED headlights, single projector or low beam only$750$750  
Performance meter$150$150  
Turn signals on or near mirrors  $25$25
Visor mirror, driver  $10$10
Visor mirror, passenger  $10$10
Xenon HID headlights  $500$500
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), front row  $75$75
Interior trim, special color $0  
Leather door panel trim  $250$250
Manual height adjuster, passenger seat  $50$50
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat  $50$50
Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat  $50$50
Synthetic suede door panel trim$250$250  
Synthetic suede inserts in leather seating surfaces$0$0  
Upholstered instrument cluster hood$50$50  
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Wheels, dark finish$0$0  
Total Value of Features$2,675$2,675$3,510$3,760
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$0$835$1,085
Value of Feature Adjustments00-802-1,043

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Specifications Comparison: Subaru BRZ vs. Volkswagen Beetle

Model Year20172014
ModelBRZBeetle
Body2dr Coupe2dr Hatch
Wheelbase101.2 in100.0 in
Length166.7 in168.4 in
Width69.9 in71.2 in
Height50.6 in58.5 in
Curb Weight2,763 lb.2,988 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
Subaru BRZ Limited

Performance Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Sport suspension (upgrade)250Yes
Performance braking system (optional)250No
Painted brake calipers (optional)0Yes
Wheels, dark finish0No
Total Requested25050%
Total Not Requested25050%

Option Package Details
Volkswagen Beetle R-Line

Sunroof, Sound, and Nav Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600No
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Xenon HID headlights500Yes
Upholstered door panels, leather250Yes
235/40HR19 tires400No
Fender, 400W, 9 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Sunroof900No
CD changer, in-dash200No
Satellite radio200Yes
Proximity key250Yes
HD radio50Yes
SD Card slot25No
Total Requested215046%
Total Not Requested247554%

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