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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: $22,975

Toyota Matrix S   
Difference: $3,535

Lowest Total Invoice: $21,215

Toyota Matrix S   
Difference: $4,098

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year2012201720172017
ModelMatrixBeetleBeetleBeetle
TrimS1.8T SEL1.8T DuneR-Line SEL
Body4dr Hatch2dr Hatch2dr Hatch2dr Hatch
Base Price $19,565 $25,975 $23,995 $32,550
Base Invoice $18,097 $24,937 $23,035 $31,249
Sport Package 1,240      
Premium Package 1,410      
Technology Package     1,695  
Sport Package 1,103      
Premium Package 1,255      
Technology Package     1,458  
Options (change) 2,650 0 1,695 0
Options (change) 2,358 0 1,458 0
Destination 760 820 820 820
Total Price $22,975 $26,795 $26,510 $33,370
Total Invoice $21,215 $25,757 $25,313 $32,069

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Toyota Matrix vs. Volkswagen Beetle

Lowest Adjusted Price: Volkswagen Beetle 1.8T SEL
Lowest Adjusted Invoice: Toyota Matrix S
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $670
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $226
Model Year2012201720172017
ModelMatrixBeetleBeetleBeetle
TrimS1.8T SEL1.8T DuneR-Line SEL
Body4dr Hatch2dr Hatch2dr Hatch2dr Hatch
Engine158hp I4170hp I4170hp I4210hp I4
TransmissionM5T6T6S6
DrivetrainFWDFWDFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 6400, 9400, 9400, 9
Tire (rear if not all the same)215/45-17235/45-18235/45-18235/40-19
Total Price$22,975$26,795$26,510$33,370
Adjustments for Features0-4,490-3,640-6,740
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$22,975$22,305$22,870$26,630
Cost Above Minimum$0$0$565$4,325
Total Invoice$21,215$25,757$25,313$32,069
Adjustments for Features0-4,316-3,476-6,477
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$21,215$21,441$21,837$25,592
Cost Above Minimum$0$0$396$4,151

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Features Comparison: Toyota Matrix vs. Volkswagen Beetle

Model Year2012201720172017
ModelMatrixBeetleBeetleBeetle
TrimS1.8T SEL1.8T DuneR-Line SEL
Body4dr Hatch2dr Hatch2dr Hatch2dr Hatch
Transmission and Drivetrain 
5-speed manual$0   
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic $1100$1100 
6-speed automated manual   $1100
FWD$0$0$0$0
Accessories 
AC power outlet$100   
Power rear side windows$200   
Proximity key $250$250$250
Remote app $25$25$25
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Blind spot warning system $200 $200
Cross-traffic collision intervention, rear $100 $100
Cross-traffic warning, rear $100 $100
Obstacle detection, front $150$150$150
Obstacle detection, rear $250$250$250
Rearview camera $200$200$200
Secondary collision brake assist $25$25$25
Vehicle health reports $0$0$0
Climate Control 
Automatic climate control, front $200$200$200
Dual-zone climate control $125$125$125
Heated windshield washer nozzles $15$15$15
Rear wiper$175   
Exterior 
Larger rear spoiler  $200 
Painted brake calipers (optional)   $0
Rear spoiler$200$200 $200
Wheel-lip moldings  $75$75
Infotainment 
Android Auto support $100$100$100
App support $0$0$0
Apple CarPlay support $100$100$100
HD radio $50$50$50
Mirrorlink support $0$0$0
Navigation system $600 $600
SD Card slot $25$25$25
SMS text-to-speech reader $25$25$25
Telematics service, such as OnStar $200$200$200
Traffic + travel information $25 $25
Voice control for audio system  $25 
Voice control for nav and audio $100 $100
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Auto-dimming rearview mirror $150$150$150
Automatic headlights $125$125$125
Boost gauge   $75
Chronometer   $100
Cornering lights  $50$50
Fog lights$125 $125$125
Interior ambient lighting, configurable $150$150$150
Trip computer $150$150$150
Turn signals on or near mirrors $25$25$25
Xenon HID headlights   $500
Seats and Interior Trim 
Door sill trim plates $100$100$100
Floor mats $75$75$75
Folding passenger seat$150   
Heated front seats $200$200$200
Leather door panel trim   $250
Leather seating surfaces   $900
Leather-wrapped steering wheel $150$150$150
Manual height adjuster, passenger seat $50$50$50
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat $50$50$50
Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat $50$50$50
Metal pedals   $75
Synthetic leather seating surfaces $0  
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Raised heavy-duty suspension  $0 
Sport suspension (upgrade)   $0
Transmission 
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls   $100
Total Value of Features$950$5,440$4,590$7,690
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$4,490$3,640$6,740
Value of Feature Adjustments0-4,316-3,476-6,477

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Specifications Comparison: Toyota Matrix vs. Volkswagen Beetle

Model Year20122017
ModelMatrixBeetle
Body4dr Hatch2dr Hatch
Wheelbase102.4 in100.0 in
Length171.9 in168.4 in
Width69.5 in71.2 in
Height61.4 in58.5 in
Curb Weight2,866 lb.3,019 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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Option Package Details
Toyota Matrix S

Sport Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Alloy wheels350Yes
Rear spoiler200Yes
215/45WR17 tires400No
Sport front fascia (optional)0No
Sport rear fascia, e.g. diffuser (optional)0No
Total Requested55058%
Total Not Requested40042%
Premium Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Sunroof900Yes
Satellite radio200Yes
Bluetooth cell phone link100Yes
USB port25Yes
Bluetooth audio streaming25Yes
Total Requested1250100%
Total Not Requested00%

Option Package Details
Volkswagen Beetle 1.8T Dune

Technology Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Sunroof900Yes
Automatic climate control, front200No
Dual-zone climate control125No
Proximity key250No
Fender, 400W, 9 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Total Requested90049%
Total Not Requested92551%

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