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Toyota Matrix vs. Volkswagen Beetle Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Toyota Matrix vs. Volkswagen Beetle Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $22,040

Toyota Matrix S   
Difference: $5,125

Lowest Total Invoice: $19,891

Toyota Matrix S   
Difference: $6,218

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year200920092012
ModelMatrixMatrixBeetle
TrimSXRSTurbo
Body4dr Hatch4dr Hatch2dr Hatch
Base Price $18,360 $20,760 $23,395
Base Invoice $16,798 $18,994 $22,459
215/45WR17 880    
CD changer, in-dash 420    
Cruise control 250    
Stability control 250    
Sport Package 270    
Sunroof 890 890  
Sunroof and Sound Package     3,000
Sport suspension (upgrade)     0
215/45WR17 704    
CD changer, in-dash 326    
Cruise control 200    
Stability control 215    
Sport Package 216    
Sunroof 712 712  
Sunroof and Sound Package     2,880
Sport suspension (upgrade)     0
Options (change) 2,960 890 3,000
Options (change) 2,373 712 2,880
Destination 720 720 770
Total Price $22,040 $22,370 $27,165
Total Invoice $19,891 $20,426 $26,109

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Toyota Matrix vs. Volkswagen Beetle

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Toyota Matrix S
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $3,710
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $4,858
Model Year200920092012
ModelMatrixMatrixBeetle
TrimSXRSTurbo
Body4dr Hatch4dr Hatch2dr Hatch
Engine158hp I4158hp I4200hp I4
TransmissionM5M5M6
DrivetrainFWDFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 6?, 6400, 9
Tire (rear if not all the same)215/45-17215/45-18235/45-18
Total Price$22,040$22,370$27,165
Adjustments for Features00-1,415
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$22,040$22,370$25,750
Cost Above Minimum$0$330$0
Total Invoice$19,891$20,426$26,109
Adjustments for Features00-1,360
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$19,891$20,426$24,749
Cost Above Minimum$0$535$0

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Features Comparison: Toyota Matrix vs. Volkswagen Beetle

Model Year200920092012
ModelMatrixMatrixBeetle
TrimSXRSTurbo
Body4dr Hatch4dr Hatch2dr Hatch
Transmission and Drivetrain 
5-speed manual$0$0 
6-speed manual  $150
FWD$0$0$0
Accessories 
AC power outlet$100$100 
Power rear side windows$200$200 
Proximity key  $250
Climate Control 
Heated windshield washer nozzles  $15
Rear wiper$175$175 
Exterior 
Rear spoiler $200$200
Infotainment 
Bluetooth audio streaming  $25
Bluetooth cell phone link  $100
CD changer, in-dash$325 $325
CD player $125 
HD radio  $50
iPod integration  $100
Satellite radio  $200
SD Card slot  $25
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Auto-dimming rearview mirror$150$150 
Boost gauge  $75
Cornering lights  $50
Heated mirrors  $25
Interior ambient lighting  $150
Trip computer  $150
Turn signals on or near mirrors  $25
Seats and Interior Trim 
Door sill trim plates  $100
Floor mats  $75
Folding passenger seat$150$150 
Heated front seats  $200
Manual height adjuster, passenger seat  $50
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat  $50
Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat  $50
Metal pedals  $75
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Sport suspension (upgrade) $0$0
Total Value of Features$1,100$1,100$2,515
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$0$1,415
Value of Feature Adjustments00-1,360

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See a complete comparison of Toyota Matrix vs. Volkswagen Beetle features.

Specifications Comparison: Toyota Matrix vs. Volkswagen Beetle

Model Year20092012
ModelMatrixBeetle
Body4dr Hatch2dr Hatch
Wheelbase102.4 in99.9 in
Length171.9 in168.4 in
Width69.5 in71.2 in
Height61.4 in58.5 in
Curb Weight2,866 lb.2,940 lb.
Fuel Capacity13.2 gal.14.5 gal.
Row 1 Headroom40.5 in39.4 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room53.3 in55.3 in
Row 1 Hip Room52.3 in0.0 in
Row 1 Legroom41.6 in41.3 in
Row 2 Headroom39.3 in37.1 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room52.6 in49.0 in
Row 2 Hip Room43.7 in0.0 in
Row 2 Legroom36.2 in31.4 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum		19.8 ft315.4 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum		61.5 ft329.9 ft3

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See a complete comparison of Toyota Matrix vs. Volkswagen Beetle specs.

Option Package Details
Toyota Matrix S

Sport Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Fog lights125Yes
Sport front fascia (optional)0No
Sport rear fascia, e.g. diffuser (optional)0No
Total Requested125100%
Total Not Requested00%

Option Package Details
Volkswagen Beetle Turbo

Sunroof and Sound Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Fender, 400W, 9 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
HD radio50No
SD Card slot25No
Audio controls on steering wheel125Yes
Sunroof900Yes
CD changer, in-dash200No
Center armrest(s), front row75Yes
Satellite radio200No
Proximity key250No
Total Requested110051%
Total Not Requested107549%

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