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Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport vs. Volkswagen Golf / GTI Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport vs. Volkswagen Golf / GTI Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $30,595

Volkswagen Golf / GTI GTI   
Difference: $9,298

Lowest Total Invoice: $29,403

Volkswagen Golf / GTI GTI   
Difference: $8,119

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Model Year20082011
ModelImpreza / WRX / Outback SportGolf / GTI
TrimWRX STIGTI
Body4dr Hatch4dr Hatch
Base Price $34,995 $24,295
Base Invoice $33,010 $23,323
Navigation system 1,800  
BBS Package 2,000  
Satellite radio 453  
Autobahn Package   5,530
Navigation system 1,670  
BBS Package 1,857  
Satellite radio 340  
Autobahn Package   5,310
Options (change) 4,253 5,530
Options (change) 3,867 5,310
Destination 645 770
Total Price $39,893 $30,595
Total Invoice $37,522 $29,403

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport vs. Volkswagen Golf / GTI

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Volkswagen Golf / GTI GTI
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $8,618
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $7,479
Model Year20082011
ModelImpreza / WRX / Outback SportGolf / GTI
TrimWRX STIGTI
Body4dr Hatch4dr Hatch
Engine305hp H4200hp I4
TransmissionM6M6
DrivetrainAWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)100, 10300, 8
Tire (rear if not all the same)245/40-18225/40-18
Total Price$39,893$30,595
Adjustments for Features-6800
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$39,213$30,595
Total Invoice$37,522$29,403
Adjustments for Features-6400
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$36,882$29,403

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Features Comparison: Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport vs. Volkswagen Golf / GTI

Model Year20082011
ModelImpreza / WRX / Outback SportGolf / GTI
TrimWRX STIGTI
Body4dr Hatch4dr Hatch
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manual$150$150
AWD$1700 
FWD $0
Accessories 
Proximity key $250
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats $0
Full-size spare tire $225
Temporary spare tire$150 
Cargo Management 
Air-conditioned storage compartment $50
Overhead sunglass holder $25
Rear seat pass-through $100
Climate Control 
Automatic climate control, front$200 
Heated windshield washer nozzles $15
Rear air vents $100
Drivetrain 
Adjustable center differential$275 
Limited-slip front differential$500 
Limited-slip rear differential$300 
Exterior 
Body kit$0 
Hood scoop$100 
Sunroof $900
Infotainment 
Bluetooth audio streaming $25
HD radio $50
iPod integration $100
SD Card slot $25
Surround sound$250 
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Automatic-off headlights$25 
Compass $0
Heated mirrors $25
Illuminated visor mirror, driver $50
Illuminated visor mirror, passenger $50
Steering-linked headlights $150
Visor mirror, driver$10 
Visor mirror, passenger$10 
Seats and Interior Trim 
Aluminum trim $100
Center armrest(s), second row $50
Heated front seats $200
Manual height adjuster, passenger seat $50
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat $50
Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat $50
Power recliner, driver seat $100
Power recliner, passenger seat $100
Synthetic suede inserts in leather seating surfaces$0 
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Sport suspension (upgrade) $0
Ultra-sport suspension (upgrade)$0 
Total Value of Features$3,670$2,990
Value of Feature Adjustments$680$0
Value of Feature Adjustments-6400

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See a complete comparison of Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport vs. Volkswagen Golf / GTI features.

Specifications Comparison: Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport vs. Volkswagen Golf / GTI

Model Year20082011
ModelImpreza / WRX / Outback SportGolf / GTI
Body4dr Hatch4dr Hatch
Wheelbase103.1 in101.5 in
Length173.8 in165.4 in
Width68.5 in70.3 in
Height58.5 in58.3 in
Curb Weight3,065 lb.2,969 lb.
Fuel Capacity16.9 gal.14.5 gal.
Row 1 Headroom40.3 in39.3 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room54.8 in54.7 in
Row 1 Legroom43.5 in41.2 in
Row 2 Headroom37.6 in38.5 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room53.2 in52.8 in
Row 2 Legroom33.5 in35.5 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum		19.0 ft315.0 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum		44.4 ft346.0 ft3

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See a complete comparison of Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport vs. Volkswagen Golf / GTI specs.

Option Package Details
Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport WRX STI

BBS Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Fog lights125Yes
Alloy wheels, optional design0No
Total Requested125100%
Total Not Requested00%

Option Package Details
Volkswagen Golf / GTI GTI

Autobahn Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Proximity key250No
Dynaudio, 300W, 8 speakers350No
Navigation system600Yes
Steering-linked headlights150No
Xenon HID headlights500Yes
HD radio50No
Audio controls on steering wheel125Yes
Sunroof900No
CD changer, in-dash200No
SD Card slot25No
Total Requested212552%
Total Not Requested192548%

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