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Subaru Legacy vs. Volkswagen Jetta Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Subaru Legacy vs. Volkswagen Jetta Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $27,600

Volkswagen Jetta GLI   
Difference: $2,084

Lowest Total Invoice: $26,427

Volkswagen Jetta GLI   
Difference: $1,256

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year2008200820082013
ModelLegacyLegacyLegacyJetta
Trim2.5GT Limited3.0R Limited2.5GT Spec BGLI
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $28,295 $31,295 $33,995 $23,945
Base Invoice $26,438 $29,167 $31,534 $22,987
Stability control 300      
All-weather floor mats 55 55 55 235
Rear spoiler 389 389 389 375
Autobahn Package       2,250
Stability control 275      
All-weather floor mats 33 33 33 185
Rear spoiler 292 292 292 300
Autobahn Package       2,160
Options (change) 744 444 444 2,860
Options (change) 600 325 325 2,645
Destination 645 645 645 795
Total Price $29,684 $32,384 $35,084 $27,600
Total Invoice $27,683 $30,137 $32,504 $26,427

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Subaru Legacy vs. Volkswagen Jetta

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Subaru Legacy 2.5GT Limited
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $876
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $1,504
Model Year2008200820082013
ModelLegacyLegacyLegacyJetta
Trim2.5GT Limited3.0R Limited2.5GT Spec BGLI
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine243hp H4245hp H6243hp H4200hp I4
TransmissionM5T5M6M6
DrivetrainAWDAWDAWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)100, 6100, 6100, 6400, 9
Tire (rear if not all the same)215/45-17215/45-18215/45-18225/40-18
Total Price$29,684$32,384$35,084$27,600
Adjustments for Features-2,960-4,560-3,9850
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$26,724$27,824$31,099$27,600
Cost Above Minimum$0$1,100$4,375$0
Total Invoice$27,683$30,137$32,504$26,427
Adjustments for Features-2,760-4,244-3,6920
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$24,923$25,893$28,812$26,427
Cost Above Minimum$0$970$3,889$0

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Features Comparison: Subaru Legacy vs. Volkswagen Jetta

Model Year2008200820082013
ModelLegacyLegacyLegacyJetta
Trim2.5GT Limited3.0R Limited2.5GT Spec BGLI
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
5-speed manual$0   
5-speed manually-shiftable automatic $1000  
6-speed manual  $150$150
AWD$1700$1700$1700 
FWD   $0
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Brake assist   $50
Cargo Management 
Air-conditioned storage compartment   $50
Overhead sunglass holder   $25
Climate Control 
Heated windshield washer nozzles   $15
Wiper de-icer$25$25$25 
Drivetrain 
Limited-slip rear differential$300$300$300 
Exterior 
Body kit$0$0$0 
Bodyside moldings$75$75$75 
Hood scoop$100 $100 
Infotainment 
Bluetooth audio streaming   $25
Bluetooth cell phone link   $100
HD radio   $50
iPod integration   $100
Navigation system $600$600 
Satellite radio   $200
SD Card slot   $25
Surround sound$250$250$250 
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Automatic-off headlights$25$25$25 
Compass   $0
Seats and Interior Trim 
Door sill trim plates$100$100$100 
Leather seating surfaces$900$900$900 
Manual height adjuster, passenger seat   $50
Memory system, driver seat  $200 
Metal pedals  $75$75
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat$100$100$100 
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat$100$100$100 
Soft-touch instrument panel (optional)   $0
Synthetic leather seating surfaces   $0
Synthetic suede inserts in leather seating surfaces  $0 
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Electronic systems calibration selector$200$200$200 
Sport suspension (upgrade) $0$0$0
Transmission 
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls $100  
Total Value of Features$3,875$5,475$4,900$915
Value of Feature Adjustments$2,960$4,560$3,985$0
Value of Feature Adjustments-2,760-4,244-3,6920

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See a complete comparison of Subaru Legacy vs. Volkswagen Jetta features.

Specifications Comparison: Subaru Legacy vs. Volkswagen Jetta

Model Year20082013
ModelLegacyJetta
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase105.1 in104.4 in
Length186.2 in182.2 in
Width68.1 in70.0 in
Height56.1 in57.2 in
Curb Weight3,251 lb.2,805 lb.
Fuel Capacity16.9 gal.14.5 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.5 in38.2 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room54.4 in55.2 in
Row 1 Hip Room51.0 in0.0 in
Row 1 Legroom44.1 in41.2 in
Row 2 Headroom36.5 in37.1 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room53.7 in53.6 in
Row 2 Hip Room52.6 in0.0 in
Row 2 Legroom33.9 in38.1 in
Cargo Volume11.4 ft315.5 ft3

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See a complete comparison of Subaru Legacy vs. Volkswagen Jetta specs.

Option Package Details
Volkswagen Jetta GLI

Autobahn Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Automatic climate control, front200Yes
Heated front seats200Yes
Sunroof900Yes
Dual-zone climate control125Yes
Synthetic leather seating surfaces0No
Heated windshield washer nozzles15No
Air-conditioned storage compartment50No
225/40HR18 tires400No
Fender, 400W, 9 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Total Requested142564%
Total Not Requested81536%

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