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

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Subaru Legacy vs. Volkswagen Golf / GTI Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $30,217

Subaru Legacy 2.5GT Limited   
Difference: $7,593

Lowest Total Invoice: $28,152

Subaru Legacy 2.5GT Limited   
Difference: $8,138

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20092017
ModelLegacyGolf / GTI
Trim2.5GT LimitedR
Body4dr Sedan4dr Hatch
Base Price $28,895 $35,655
Base Invoice $27,013 $34,229
Auto-dimming rearview mirror 183  
Rear spoiler 389  
All-weather floor mats 55 235
6-speed automated manual   1,100
Auto-dimming rearview mirror 119  
Rear spoiler 292  
All-weather floor mats 33 185
6-speed automated manual   1,056
Options (change) 627 1,335
Options (change) 444 1,241
Destination 695 820
Total Price $30,217 $37,810
Total Invoice $28,152 $36,290

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Subaru Legacy vs. Volkswagen Golf / GTI

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Subaru Legacy 2.5GT Limited
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $4,138
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $4,822
Model Year20092017
ModelLegacyGolf / GTI
Trim2.5GT LimitedR
Body4dr Sedan4dr Hatch
Engine243hp H4292hp I4
TransmissionM5S6
DrivetrainAWDAWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)19/24 MPG23/30 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)385, 9?, 8
Tire (rear if not all the same)215/45-17225/40-18
Total Price$30,217$37,810
Adjustments for Features0-3,455
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$30,217$34,355
Total Invoice$28,152$36,290
Adjustments for Features0-3,316
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$28,152$32,974

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Features Comparison: Subaru Legacy vs. Volkswagen Golf / GTI

Model Year20092017
ModelLegacyGolf / GTI
Trim2.5GT LimitedR
Body4dr Sedan4dr 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 
Brake assist $50
Knee airbag, driver $75
Rearview camera $200
Secondary collision brake assist $25
Stability control $400
Temporary spare tire$150 
Torque vectoring, brake-based $100
Traction control $100
Vehicle health reports $0
Cargo Management 
Air-conditioned storage compartment $50
Cargo cover $75
Cargo mat $40
Overhead sunglass holder $25
Climate Control 
Heated windshield washer nozzles $15
Rain-sensing wipers $175
Rear air vents $100
Rear wiper $175
Variable intermittent wipers$75 
Wiper de-icer$25 
Drivetrain 
Limited-slip rear differential$300 
Engine / Motor 
Dual-mode exhaust, switchable $500
Exterior 
Bodyside moldings$75 
Hood scoop$100 
Sunroof$900 
Infotainment 
Android Auto support $100
App support $0
Apple CarPlay support $100
Bluetooth audio streaming $25
Bluetooth cell phone link $100
CD changer, in-dash$325 
CD player $125
HD radio $50
Mirrorlink support $0
Satellite radio $200
SD Card slot $25
SMS text-to-speech reader $25
Surround sound$250 
Telematics service, such as OnStar $200
USB port $25
Voice control for audio system $25
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Automatic headlights $125
Automatic-off headlights$25 
Fog lights$125 
Headlight washers $50
Interior ambient lighting $150
Steering-linked headlights $150
Xenon HID headlights $500
Seats and Interior Trim 
Door sill trim plates$100 
Illuminated door sill trim plates $200
Manual height adjuster, passenger seat $50
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat$50 
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat $150
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat$100 
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Sport suspension (upgrade) $0
Transmission 
Launch control $100
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls $100
Total Value of Features$4,300$7,755
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$3,455
Value of Feature Adjustments0-3,316

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See a complete comparison of Subaru Legacy vs. Volkswagen Golf / GTI features.

Specifications Comparison: Subaru Legacy vs. Volkswagen Golf / GTI

Model Year20092017
ModelLegacyGolf / GTI
Body4dr Sedan4dr Hatch
Wheelbase105.1 in103.8 in
Length186.2 in167.5 in
Width68.1 in70.8 in
Height56.1 in57.2 in
Curb Weight3,365 lb.3,340 lb.
Fuel Capacity16.9 gal.13.2 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.5 in38.4 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room54.4 in55.9 in
Row 1 Hip Room51.0 in0.0 in
Row 1 Legroom44.1 in41.2 in
Row 2 Headroom36.5 in38.1 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room53.7 in53.9 in
Row 2 Hip Room52.6 in0.0 in
Row 2 Legroom33.9 in35.6 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum		11.4 ft322.8 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum		11.452.7 ft3

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See a complete comparison of Subaru Legacy vs. Volkswagen Golf / GTI specs.

Option Package Details
Volkswagen Golf / GTI R

All-weather floor mats
FeatureValueRequested?
All-weather floor mats75Yes
Cargo mat40No
Total Requested7565%
Total Not Requested4035%
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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