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

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

Lowest Total Price: $30,595

Volkswagen Golf / GTI GTI   
Difference: $250

Lowest Total Invoice: $29,043

Subaru Impreza / WRX WRX Limited   
Difference: $360

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20122011
ModelImpreza / WRXGolf / GTI
TrimWRX LimitedGTI
Body4dr Hatch4dr Hatch
Base Price $29,095 $24,295
Base Invoice $27,405 $23,323
Navigation system 1,000  
Autobahn Package   5,530
Navigation system 888  
Autobahn Package   5,310
Options (change) 1,000 5,530
Options (change) 888 5,310
Destination 750 770
Total Price $30,845 $30,595
Total Invoice $29,043 $29,403

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

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Subaru Impreza / WRX WRX Limited
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $180
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $765
Model Year20122011
ModelImpreza / WRXGolf / GTI
TrimWRX LimitedGTI
Body4dr Hatch4dr Hatch
Engine265hp H4200hp I4
TransmissionM5M6
DrivetrainAWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 6300, 8
Tire (rear if not all the same)235/45-17225/40-18
Total Price$30,845$30,595
Adjustments for Features-4300
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$30,415$30,595
Total Invoice$29,043$29,403
Adjustments for Features-4050
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$28,638$29,403

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

Model Year20122011
ModelImpreza / WRXGolf / GTI
TrimWRX LimitedGTI
Body4dr Hatch4dr Hatch
Transmission and Drivetrain 
5-speed manual$0 
6-speed manual $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
Rollover sensor$50 
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
Wiper de-icer$25 
Exterior 
Body kit$0 
Hood scoop$100 
Infotainment 
HD radio $50
iPod integration $100
SD Card slot $25
USB port$25 
Voice control for nav and audio$100 
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Automatic-off headlights$25 
Compass $0
Illuminated visor mirror, driver $50
Illuminated visor mirror, passenger $50
Steering-linked headlights $150
Turn signals on or near mirrors $25
Visor mirror, driver$10 
Visor mirror, passenger$10 
Seats and Interior Trim 
Aluminum trim $100
Center armrest(s), second row $50
Door sill trim plates $100
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
Total Value of Features$2,395$1,965
Value of Feature Adjustments$430$0
Value of Feature Adjustments-4050

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

Model Year20122011
ModelImpreza / WRXGolf / GTI
Body4dr Hatch4dr Hatch
Wheelbase104.1 in101.5 in
Length173.8 in165.4 in
Width68.5 in70.3 in
Height57.6 in58.3 in
Curb Weight2,912 lb.2,969 lb.
Fuel Capacity14.6 gal.14.5 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.7 in39.3 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room55.6 in54.7 in
Row 1 Hip Room53.2 in0.0 in
Row 1 Legroom43.5 in41.2 in
Row 2 Headroom37.2 in38.5 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room54.2 in52.8 in
Row 2 Hip Room52.2 in0.0 in
Row 2 Legroom35.4 in35.5 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum
22.4 ft315.0 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum
49.7 ft346.0 ft3

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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
Sunroof900Yes
CD changer, in-dash200No
SD Card slot25No
Total Requested302575%
Total Not Requested102525%

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