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Subaru BRZ vs. Volkswagen Golf / GTI Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Subaru BRZ vs. Volkswagen Golf / GTI Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $28,265

Subaru BRZ Limited   
Difference: $6,495

Lowest Total Invoice: $26,882

Subaru BRZ Limited   
Difference: $6,519

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20132012
ModelBRZGolf / GTI
TrimLimitedR
Body2dr Coupe2dr Hatch
Base Price $27,495 $33,990
Base Invoice $26,112 $32,631
Options (change) 0 0
Options (change) 0 0
Destination 770 770
Total Price $28,265 $34,760
Total Invoice $26,882 $33,401

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Subaru BRZ vs. Volkswagen Golf / GTI

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Subaru BRZ Limited
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $4,455
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $4,559
Model Year20132012
ModelBRZGolf / GTI
TrimLimitedR
Body2dr Coupe2dr Hatch
Engine200hp H4256hp I4
TransmissionM6M6
DrivetrainRWDAWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)22/30 MPG19/27 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)196, 8?, 8
Tire (rear if not all the same)215/45-17225/40-18
Total Price$28,265$34,760
Adjustments for Features0-2,040
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$28,265$32,720
Total Invoice$26,882$33,401
Adjustments for Features0-1,960
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$26,882$31,441

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Features Comparison: Subaru BRZ vs. Volkswagen Golf / GTI

Model Year20132012
ModelBRZGolf / GTI
TrimLimitedR
Body2dr Coupe2dr Hatch
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manual$150$150
RWD$0 
AWD $1700
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats $0
Cargo Management 
Air-conditioned storage compartment $50
Cargo cover $75
Overhead sunglass holder $25
Rear seat pass-through $100
Climate Control 
Heated windshield washer nozzles $15
Rear air vents $100
Rear wiper $175
Drivetrain 
Limited-slip rear differential$300 
Exterior 
Body kit $0
Infotainment 
CD changer, in-dash $325
CD player$125 
iPod integration $100
Navigation system$600 
SD Card slot $25
SMS text-to-speech reader$25 
Traffic information$25 
USB port$25 
Voice control for nav and audio$100 
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Automatic headlights$125 
Compass $0
Fog lights$125 
Headlight washers $50
Steering-linked headlights $150
Turn signals on or near mirrors $25
Seats and Interior Trim 
Aluminum trim $100
Center armrest(s), front row $75
Center armrest(s), second row $50
Manual height adjuster, passenger seat $50
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat $150
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat $150
Synthetic suede inserts in leather seating surfaces$0 
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Sport suspension (upgrade) $0
Total Value of Features$1,600$3,640
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$2,040
Value of Feature Adjustments0-1,960

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Specifications Comparison: Subaru BRZ vs. Volkswagen Golf / GTI

Model Year20132012
ModelBRZGolf / GTI
Body2dr Coupe2dr Hatch
Wheelbase101.2 in101.5 in
Length166.7 in165.4 in
Width69.9 in70.3 in
Height50.6 in58.3 in
Curb Weight2,762 lb.3,326 lb.
Fuel Capacity13.2 gal.14.5 gal.
Row 1 Headroom37.1 in39.3 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room54.5 in54.7 in
Row 1 Hip Room53.1 in0.0 in
Row 1 Legroom41.9 in41.2 in
Row 2 Headroom35.0 in38.5 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room51.7 in52.8 in
Row 2 Hip Room45.3 in0.0 in
Row 2 Legroom29.9 in35.5 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum
6.9 ft315.0 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum
6.946.0 ft3

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