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Subaru BRZ 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.

Subaru BRZ vs. Volkswagen Beetle Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $29,904

Subaru BRZ Limited   
Difference: $2,366

Lowest Total Invoice: $28,288

Subaru BRZ Limited   
Difference: $2,725

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year201720172016
ModelBRZBRZBeetle
TrimLimitedSeries.YellowR-Line SEL
Body2dr Coupe2dr Coupe2dr Hatch
Base Price $27,645 $29,695 $31,450
Base Invoice $26,251 $28,157 $30,193
Performance Package 1,195    
Auto-dimming rearview mirror 244 244  
Performance Package 1,060    
Auto-dimming rearview mirror 157 157  
Options (change) 1,439 244 0
Options (change) 1,217 157 0
Destination 820 820 820
Total Price $29,904 $30,759 $32,270
Total Invoice $28,288 $29,134 $31,013

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Subaru BRZ vs. Volkswagen Beetle

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Subaru BRZ Limited
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $356
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $793
Model Year201720172016
ModelBRZBRZBeetle
TrimLimitedSeries.YellowR-Line SEL
Body2dr Coupe2dr Coupe2dr Hatch
Engine205hp H4205hp H4210hp I4
TransmissionM6M6M6
DrivetrainRWDRWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)196, 8196, 8400, 9
Tire (rear if not all the same)215/45-17215/45-17235/40-19
Total Price$29,904$30,759$32,270
Adjustments for Features00-2,010
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$29,904$30,759$30,260
Cost Above Minimum$0$855$0
Total Invoice$28,288$29,134$31,013
Adjustments for Features00-1,932
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$28,288$29,134$29,081
Cost Above Minimum$0$846$0

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Features Comparison: Subaru BRZ vs. Volkswagen Beetle

Model Year201720172016
ModelBRZBRZBeetle
TrimLimitedSeries.YellowR-Line SEL
Body2dr Coupe2dr Coupe2dr Hatch
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manual$150$150$150
RWD$0$0 
FWD  $0
Accessories 
Remote app  $25
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Blind spot warning system  $200
Cross-traffic collision intervention, rear  $100
Cross-traffic warning, rear  $100
Secondary collision brake assist  $25
Vehicle health reports  $0
Cargo Management 
Cargo cover  $75
Climate Control 
Automatic climate control, front$200$200 
Dual-zone climate control$125$125 
Heated windshield washer nozzles  $15
Drivetrain 
Torque-sensing limited-slip rear differential$300$300 
Exterior 
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)$25$25 
Sunroof  $900
Infotainment 
Android Auto support  $100
Apple CarPlay support  $100
Mirrorlink support  $0
Navigation system  $600
SD Card slot  $25
Telematics service, such as OnStar  $200
Traffic + travel information  $25
Voice control for audio system$25$25 
Voice control for nav and audio  $100
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Boost gauge  $75
Chronometer  $100
Compass$0$0 
Cornering lights  $50
Illuminated visor mirror, driver$50$50 
Illuminated visor mirror, passenger$50$50 
Interior ambient lighting, configurable  $150
LED headlights, single projector or low beam only$750$750 
Performance meter$150$150 
Turn signals on or near mirrors  $25
Visor mirror, driver  $10
Visor mirror, passenger  $10
Xenon HID headlights  $500
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), front row  $75
Interior trim, special color $0 
Leather door panel trim  $250
Manual height adjuster, passenger seat  $50
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat  $50
Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat  $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$2,125$2,125$4,135
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$0$2,010
Value of Feature Adjustments00-1,932

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Specifications Comparison: Subaru BRZ vs. Volkswagen Beetle

Model Year20172016
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.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
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%

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