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

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Subaru WRX vs. Volkswagen Golf / GTI Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $34,510

Subaru WRX Limited   
Difference: $7,325

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20162018
ModelWRXGolf / GTI
TrimLimitedR
Body4dr Sedan4dr Hatch
Base Price $30,395 $39,785
Navigation Package 3,100  
Auto-dimming rearview mirror 165  
Cargo net 55 100
7-speed automated manual   1,100
Navigation Package 2,751  
Auto-dimming rearview mirror 107  
Cargo net 36 80
7-speed automated manual   1,056
Options (change) 3,320 1,200
Options (change) 2,894 1,136
Destination 795 850
Total Price $34,510 $41,835

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

Lowest Adjusted Price: Subaru WRX Limited
Lowest Adjusted Invoice: Volkswagen Golf / GTI R
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $2,570
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $30,530
Model Year20162018
ModelWRXGolf / GTI
TrimLimitedR
Body4dr Sedan4dr Hatch
Engine268hp H4292hp I4
TransmissionM6S7
DrivetrainAWDAWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)20/27 MPG22/29 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)440, 9400, 9
Tire (rear if not all the same)245/40-18235/35-19
Total Price$34,510$41,835
Adjustments for Features0-4,755
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$34,510$37,080

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Features Comparison: Subaru WRX vs. Volkswagen Golf / GTI

Model Year20162018
ModelWRXGolf / GTI
TrimLimitedR
Body4dr Sedan4dr Hatch
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manual$150 
7-speed automated manual $1200
AWD$1700$1700
Accessories 
Adaptive cruise control $600
Cruise control$150 
PIN Code Access$10 
Remote app $25
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Backup collision intervention $150
Blind spot warning system$200 
Cross-traffic warning, rear$100 
Lane departure prevention, steering-based $200
Lane departure warning $200
Obstacle detection, front $150
Obstacle detection, rear $250
Rollover sensor$50 
Secondary collision brake assist $25
Temporary spare tire$150 
Vehicle health reports $0
Cargo Management 
Air-conditioned storage compartment $50
Cargo cover $75
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
Rear wiper $175
Variable intermittent wipers$75 
Wiper de-icer$25 
Engine / Motor 
Dual-mode exhaust, switchable $500
Exterior 
Front splitter spoiler$200 
Hood scoop$100 
Sunroof$900 
Infotainment 
Android Auto support $100
Apple CarPlay support $100
Larger infotainment display $0
Mirrorlink support $0
Navigation map updates, three years$0 
Telematics service, such as OnStar $200
Traffic + travel information $25
Traffic information$25 
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Auto-dimming headlights $200
Boost gauge$75 
Cornering lights $50
Fog lights$125 
Interior ambient lighting $150
Large color reconfigurable instrument cluster display $250
LED headlights $1000
LED headlights, single projector or low beam only$750 
Performance meter $150
Steering-linked headlights $150
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row $50
Illuminated door sill trim plates $200
Manual height adjuster, passenger seat $50
Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat $50
Metal pedals$75 
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat $150
Power recliner, passenger seat $100
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Adaptive dampers - electrical $500
Electronic systems calibration selector $200
Transmission 
Launch control $100
Total Value of Features$4,860$9,615
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$4,755
Value of Feature Adjustments0-226

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

Specifications Comparison: Subaru WRX vs. Volkswagen Golf / GTI

Model Year20162018
ModelWRXGolf / GTI
Body4dr Sedan4dr Hatch
Wheelbase104.3 in103.8 in
Length180.9 in167.6 in
Width70.7 in70.8 in
Height58.1 in58.2 in
Curb Weight3,267 lb.3,373 lb.
Fuel Capacity15.9 gal.13.2 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.8 in38.4 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room55.6 in55.9 in
Row 1 Hip Room52.2 in0.0 in
Row 1 Legroom43.3 in41.2 in
Row 2 Headroom37.1 in38.1 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room54.2 in53.9 in
Row 2 Hip Room53.1 in0.0 in
Row 2 Legroom35.4 in35.6 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum		12.0 ft317.4 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum		12.053.7 ft3

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

Option Package Details
Subaru WRX Limited

Navigation Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Turn signals on or near mirrors25Yes
Proximity key250Yes
Blind spot warning system200No
Rear cross-traffic detection100No
PIN Code Access10No
SMS text-to-speech reader25Yes
Navigation map updates, three years0No
Navigation system600Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Traffic information25Yes
Harman/Kardon, 440W, 9 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Total Requested102561%
Total Not Requested66039%

Option Package Details
Volkswagen Golf / GTI R

7-speed automated manual
FeatureValueRequested?
7-speed automated manual0Yes
Launch control100No
Total Requested00%
Total Not Requested100100%

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