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Subaru Impreza / WRX / STI vs. Volkswagen Jetta Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Subaru Impreza / WRX / STI vs. Volkswagen Jetta Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $27,840

Volkswagen Jetta GLI   
Difference: $2,880

Lowest Total Invoice: $26,697

Volkswagen Jetta GLI   
Difference: $2,151

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year2011201120112012
ModelImpreza / WRX / STIImpreza / WRX / STIImpreza / WRX / STIJetta
TrimWRX PremiumWRX LimitedWRX STI LimitedGLI
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $27,995 $28,995 $37,345 $23,745
Base Invoice $26,386 $27,309 $35,285 $22,795
Navigation system 2,000 2,000 1,800 900
Satellite radio     427  
Autobahn Package       2,050
Rear spoiler       375
Navigation system 1,737 1,737 1,565 864
Satellite radio     320  
Autobahn Package       1,968
Rear spoiler       300
Options (change) 2,000 2,000 2,227 3,325
Options (change) 1,737 1,737 1,885 3,132
Destination 725 725 725 770
Total Price $30,720 $31,720 $40,297 $27,840
Total Invoice $28,848 $29,771 $37,895 $26,697

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Subaru Impreza / WRX / STI vs. Volkswagen Jetta

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Volkswagen Jetta GLI
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $1,725
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $1,051
Model Year2011201120112012
ModelImpreza / WRX / STIImpreza / WRX / STIImpreza / WRX / STIJetta
TrimWRX PremiumWRX LimitedWRX STI LimitedGLI
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine265hp H4265hp H4305hp H4200hp I4
TransmissionM5M5M6M6
DrivetrainAWDAWDAWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)100, 10100, 10100, 10400, 9
Tire (rear if not all the same)235/45-17235/45-17245/40-18225/40-18
Total Price$30,720$31,720$40,297$27,840
Adjustments for Features-755-2,155-3,8050
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$29,965$29,565$36,492$27,840
Cost Above Minimum$400$0$6,927$0
Total Invoice$28,848$29,771$37,895$26,697
Adjustments for Features-709-2,023-3,5780
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$28,139$27,748$34,317$26,697
Cost Above Minimum$391$0$6,569$0

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Features Comparison: Subaru Impreza / WRX / STI vs. Volkswagen Jetta

Model Year2011201120112012
ModelImpreza / WRX / STIImpreza / WRX / STIImpreza / WRX / STIJetta
TrimWRX PremiumWRX LimitedWRX STI LimitedGLI
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
5-speed manual$0$0  
6-speed manual  $150$150
AWD$1700$1700$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$150$150 
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
Wiper de-icer$25$25$25 
Drivetrain 
Adjustable center differential  $275 
Limited-slip front differential  $500 
Limited-slip rear differential  $300 
Exterior 
Body kit$0$0$0 
Hood scoop$100$100$100 
Rear spoiler$200$200 $200
Tall rear wing-type spoiler  $500 
Infotainment 
Bluetooth audio streaming   $25
SD Card slot   $25
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Automatic-off headlights$25$25$25 
Compass   $0
Illuminated visor mirror, driver   $50
Illuminated visor mirror, passenger   $50
Turn signals on or near mirrors  $25$25
Visor mirror, driver$10$10$10 
Visor mirror, passenger$10$10$10 
Xenon HID headlights $500$500 
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row   $50
Door sill trim plates  $100 
Leather seating surfaces $900$900 
Manual height adjuster, passenger seat   $50
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat   $50
Soft-touch instrument panel (optional)   $0
Synthetic leather seating surfaces   $0
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Sport suspension (upgrade)$0$0 $0
Ultra-sport suspension (upgrade)  $0 
Total Value of Features$2,220$3,620$5,270$1,465
Value of Feature Adjustments$755$2,155$3,805$0
Value of Feature Adjustments-709-2,023-3,5780

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Specifications Comparison: Subaru Impreza / WRX / STI vs. Volkswagen Jetta

Model Year20112012
ModelImpreza / WRX / STIJetta
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase103.1 in104.4 in
Length180.3 in182.2 in
Width68.5 in70.0 in
Height58.1 in57.2 in
Curb Weight3,076 lb.2,805 lb.
Fuel Capacity16.9 gal.14.5 gal.
Row 1 Headroom40.3 in38.2 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room54.8 in55.2 in
Row 1 Legroom43.5 in41.2 in
Row 2 Headroom37.6 in37.1 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room53.2 in53.6 in
Row 2 Legroom33.5 in38.1 in
Cargo Volume11.3 ft315.5 ft3

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Option Package Details
Volkswagen Jetta GLI

Navigation system
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
Proximity key250No
Total Requested60071%
Total Not Requested25029%
Autobahn Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Automatic climate control, front200Yes
Heated front seats200Yes
Sunroof900Yes
Dual-zone climate control125No
Synthetic leather seating surfaces0No
Heated windshield washer nozzles15No
Air-conditioned storage compartment50No
225/40HR18 tires400No
Fender, 400W, 9 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Total Requested130058%
Total Not Requested94042%

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