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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: $33,011

Subaru WRX Limited   
Difference: $4,739

Lowest Total Invoice: $30,927

Subaru WRX Limited   
Difference: $5,289

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Model Year20182015
ModelWRXGolf / GTI
TrimLimitedR
Body4dr Sedan4dr Hatch
Base Price $31,595 $36,595
Base Invoice $29,708 $35,131
Auto-dimming rearview mirror 233  
Cargo net 81 100
All-weather floor mats 81 235
Door sill trim plates 161  
Auto-dimming rearview mirror 151  
Cargo net 52 80
All-weather floor mats 52 185
Door sill trim plates 104  
Options (change) 556 335
Options (change) 359 265
Destination 860 820
Total Price $33,011 $37,750
Total Invoice $30,927 $36,216

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

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Subaru WRX Limited
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $3,144
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $3,759
Model Year20182015
ModelWRXGolf / GTI
TrimLimitedR
Body4dr Sedan4dr Hatch
Engine268hp H4292hp I4
TransmissionM6S6
DrivetrainAWDAWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)21/27 MPG23/30 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 6?, 8
Tire (rear if not all the same)245/40-18225/40-18
Total Price$33,011$37,750
Adjustments for Features0-1,595
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$33,011$36,155
Total Invoice$30,927$36,216
Adjustments for Features0-1,530
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$30,927$34,686

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Features Comparison: Subaru WRX vs. Volkswagen Golf / GTI

Model Year20182015
ModelWRXGolf / GTI
TrimLimitedR
Body4dr Sedan4dr Hatch
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manual$150 
6-speed automated manual $1100
AWD$1700$1700
Accessories 
PIN Code Access$10 
Remote app $25
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Rollover sensor$50 
Secondary collision brake assist $25
Temporary spare tire$150 
Cargo Management 
Air-conditioned storage compartment $50
Cargo cover $75
Cargo mat $40
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 
App support$0 
Aux input$50 
CD player $125
HD radio $50
iPod integration $100
MP3-compatible player $50
SD Card slot $25
Siri Eyes Free support$0 
SMS text-to-speech reader$25 
Traffic + travel information$25 
USB port$25 
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Boost gauge$75 
Fog lights$125 
Headlight washers $50
Interior ambient lighting $150
LED headlights, single projector or low beam only$750 
Turn signals on or near mirrors $25
Xenon HID headlights $500
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row $50
Door sill trim plates$100 
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 lumbar adjuster, driver seat$100 
Power recliner, passenger seat $100
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Electronic systems calibration selector $200
Wheels, dark finish$0 
Transmission 
Launch control $100
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls $100
Total Value of Features$4,710$6,305
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$1,595
Value of Feature Adjustments0-1,530

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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 Year20182015
ModelWRXGolf / GTI
Body4dr Sedan4dr Hatch
Wheelbase104.3 in103.8 in
Length180.9 in167.5 in
Width70.7 in70.8 in
Height58.1 in57.2 in
Curb Weight3,276 lb.3,340 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 ft322.8 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum		12.052.7 ft3

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See a complete comparison of Subaru WRX 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%

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