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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: $35,360

Volkswagen Golf / GTI R   
Difference: $733

Lowest Total Invoice: $33,977

Volkswagen Golf / GTI R   
Difference: $18

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Model Year20082012
ModelImpreza / WRX / Outback SportGolf / GTI
TrimWRX STIR
Body4dr Hatch4dr Hatch
Base Price $34,995 $34,590
Base Invoice $33,010 $33,207
Satellite radio 453  
Satellite radio 340  
Options (change) 453 0
Options (change) 340 0
Destination 645 770
Total Price $36,093 $35,360
Total Invoice $33,995 $33,977

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

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Volkswagen Golf / GTI R
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $1,253
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $518
Model Year20082012
ModelImpreza / WRX / Outback SportGolf / GTI
TrimWRX STIR
Body4dr Hatch4dr Hatch
Engine305hp H4256hp I4
TransmissionM6M6
DrivetrainAWDAWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)17/23 MPG19/27 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)80, 10?, 8
Tire (rear if not all the same)245/40-18225/40-18
Total Price$36,093$35,360
Adjustments for Features0-520
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$36,093$34,840
Total Invoice$33,995$33,977
Adjustments for Features0-500
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$33,995$33,477

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

Model Year20082012
ModelImpreza / WRX / Outback SportGolf / GTI
TrimWRX STIR
Body4dr Hatch4dr Hatch
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manual$150$150
AWD$1700$1700
Accessories 
Proximity key $250
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats $0
Cargo Management 
Air-conditioned storage compartment $50
Overhead sunglass holder $25
Rear seat pass-through $100
Climate Control 
Dual-zone climate control $125
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 
Hood scoop$100 
Infotainment 
Bluetooth audio streaming $25
Bluetooth cell phone link $100
HD radio $50
iPod integration $100
SD Card slot $25
Surround sound$250 
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Automatic-off headlights$25 
Compass $0
Headlight washers $50
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$3,320$3,840
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$520
Value of Feature Adjustments0-500

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

Model Year20082012
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 Weight3,395 lb.3,326 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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