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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: $30,050

Subaru Impreza / WRX WRX Limited   
Difference: $7,620

Lowest Total Invoice: $28,288

Subaru Impreza / WRX WRX Limited   
Difference: $7,893

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20122016
ModelImpreza / WRXGolf / GTI
TrimWRX LimitedR
Body4dr Hatch4dr Hatch
Base Price $29,095 $35,650
Base Invoice $27,405 $34,225
Auto-dimming rearview mirror 165  
Cargo net 40 100
6-speed automated manual   1,100
Auto-dimming rearview mirror 107  
Cargo net 26 80
6-speed automated manual   1,056
Options (change) 205 1,200
Options (change) 133 1,136
Destination 750 820
Total Price $30,050 $37,670
Total Invoice $28,288 $36,181

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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: $3,550
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $3,984
Model Year20122016
ModelImpreza / WRXGolf / GTI
TrimWRX LimitedR
Body4dr Hatch4dr Hatch
Engine265hp H4292hp I4
TransmissionM5S6
DrivetrainAWDAWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)19/25 MPG23/30 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 6?, 8
Tire (rear if not all the same)235/45-17225/40-18
Total Price$30,050$37,670
Adjustments for Features0-4,070
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$30,050$33,600
Total Invoice$28,288$36,181
Adjustments for Features0-3,909
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$28,288$32,272

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

Model Year20122016
ModelImpreza / WRXGolf / GTI
TrimWRX LimitedR
Body4dr Hatch4dr Hatch
Transmission and Drivetrain 
5-speed manual$0 
6-speed automated manual $1100
AWD$1700$1700
Accessories 
Proximity key $250
Remote app $25
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats $0
Knee airbag, driver $75
Rearview camera $200
Rollover sensor$50 
Secondary collision brake assist $25
Temporary spare tire$150 
Torque vectoring, brake-based $100
Vehicle health reports $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
Rain-sensing wipers $175
Rear air vents $100
Variable intermittent wipers$75 
Wiper de-icer$25 
Engine / Motor 
Dual-mode exhaust, switchable $500
Exterior 
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)$25 
Bright-finished fuel door $100
Hood scoop$100 
Sunroof$900 
Infotainment 
Android Auto support $100
App support $0
Apple CarPlay support $100
HD radio $50
Mirrorlink support $0
Satellite radio $200
SD Card slot $25
SMS text-to-speech reader $25
Telematics service, such as OnStar $200
Voice control for audio system $25
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Automatic headlights $125
Automatic-off headlights$25 
Fog lights$125 
Headlight washers $50
Illuminated visor mirror, driver $50
Illuminated visor mirror, passenger $50
Interior ambient lighting $150
Steering-linked headlights $150
Turn signals on or near mirrors $25
Visor mirror, driver$10 
Visor mirror, passenger$10 
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row $50
Illuminated door sill trim plates $200
Manual height adjuster, driver seat$50 
Manual height adjuster, passenger seat $50
Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat $50
Metal pedals$75 
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat $150
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat $100
Power height adjuster, driver seat $100
Power recliner, driver seat $100
Power recliner, passenger seat $100
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat $100
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Electronic systems calibration selector $200
Transmission 
Launch control $100
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls $100
Total Value of Features$3,320$7,390
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$4,070
Value of Feature Adjustments0-3,909

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

Model Year20122016
ModelImpreza / WRXGolf / GTI
Body4dr Hatch4dr Hatch
Wheelbase104.1 in103.8 in
Length173.8 in167.5 in
Width68.5 in70.8 in
Height57.6 in57.2 in
Curb Weight3,208 lb.3,340 lb.
Fuel Capacity14.6 gal.13.2 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.7 in38.4 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room55.6 in55.9 in
Row 1 Hip Room53.2 in0.0 in
Row 1 Legroom43.5 in41.2 in
Row 2 Headroom37.2 in38.1 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room54.2 in53.9 in
Row 2 Hip Room52.2 in0.0 in
Row 2 Legroom35.4 in35.6 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum
22.4 ft322.8 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum
49.7 ft352.7 ft3

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Option Package Details
Volkswagen Golf / GTI R

6-speed automated manual
FeatureValueRequested?
6-speed automated manual0Yes
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls100No
Launch control100No
Total Requested00%
Total Not Requested200100%

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