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Toyota Matrix vs. Volkswagen Jetta Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Toyota Matrix vs. Volkswagen Jetta Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $22,420

Volkswagen Jetta 1.8T SE   
Difference: $720

Lowest Total Invoice: $20,846

Toyota Matrix S   
Difference: $651

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year200920092015201520152015
ModelMatrixMatrixJettaJettaJettaJetta
TrimSXRS1.8T SE1.8T SEL2.0L TDI SEL2.0T GLI SEL
Body4dr Hatch4dr Hatch4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $18,360 $20,760 $18,995 $25,380 $26,410 $29,280
Base Invoice $16,798 $18,994 $18,235 $24,366 $25,353 $28,109
Stability control 250          
Cruise control 250          
215/45WR17 880          
Sport Package 270          
Sunroof 890 890        
Navigation system 1,520 1,300        
Connectivity Package     2,230      
Rear spoiler     375 375 375  
Stability control 215          
Cruise control 200          
215/45WR17 704          
Sport Package 216          
Sunroof 712 712        
Navigation system 1,281 1,105        
Connectivity Package     2,142      
Rear spoiler     300 300 300  
Options (change) 4,060 2,190 2,605 375 375 0
Options (change) 3,328 1,817 2,442 300 300 0
Destination 720 720 820 820 820 820
Total Price $23,140 $23,670 $22,420 $26,575 $27,605 $30,100
Total Invoice $20,846 $21,531 $21,497 $25,486 $26,473 $28,929

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Toyota Matrix vs. Volkswagen Jetta

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Volkswagen Jetta 1.8T SE
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $1,490
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $87
Model Year200920092015201520152015
ModelMatrixMatrixJettaJettaJettaJetta
TrimSXRS1.8T SE1.8T SEL2.0L TDI SEL2.0T GLI SEL
Body4dr Hatch4dr Hatch4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine158hp I4158hp I4170hp I4170hp I4150hp I4 D210hp I4
TransmissionM5M5M5T6M6M6
DrivetrainFWDFWDFWDFWDFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 6?, 6?, 6400, 9400, 9400, 9
Tire (rear if not all the same)215/45-17215/45-18205/55-16225/45-17225/45-17225/40-18
Total Price$23,140$23,670$22,420$26,575$27,605$30,100
Adjustments for Features0-200-770-3,645-2,695-4,095
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$23,140$23,470$21,650$22,930$24,910$26,005
Cost Above Minimum$0$330$0$1,280$3,260$4,355
Total Invoice$20,846$21,531$21,497$25,486$26,473$28,929
Adjustments for Features0-182-738-3,496-2,584-3,936
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$20,846$21,349$20,759$21,990$23,889$24,993
Cost Above Minimum$0$503$0$1,231$3,130$4,234

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Features Comparison: Toyota Matrix vs. Volkswagen Jetta

Model Year200920092015201520152015
ModelMatrixMatrixJettaJettaJettaJetta
TrimSXRS1.8T SE1.8T SEL2.0L TDI SEL2.0T GLI SEL
Body4dr Hatch4dr Hatch4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
5-speed manual$0$0$0   
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic   $1100  
6-speed manual    $150$150
FWD$0$0$0$0$0$0
Accessories 
AC power outlet$100$100    
Proximity key   $250$250$250
Remote app  $25$25$25$25
Universal garage door opener   $100$100$100
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Blind spot warning system     $200
Cross-traffic warning, rear     $100
Rearview camera  $200$200$200$200
Vehicle health reports  $0$0$0$0
Cargo Management 
Air-conditioned storage compartment   $50$50$50
Cargo cover$75$75    
Overhead sunglass holder  $25$25$25$25
Rear seat pass-through  $100$100$100$100
Climate Control 
Automatic climate control, front   $200$200$200
Dual-zone climate control   $125$125$125
Heated windshield washer nozzles  $15$15$15$15
Rain-sensing wipers   $175$175$175
Rear air vents   $100$100$100
Rear wiper$175$175    
Variable intermittent wipers$75$75$75   
Exterior 
Active grille shutters  $0$0$0 
Body kit     $0
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)     $25
Painted brake calipers (optional)     $0
Rear spoiler $200$200$200$200$200
Infotainment 
Bluetooth audio streaming  $25$25$25$25
Bluetooth cell phone link  $100$100$100$100
CD changer, in-dash  $325   
CD player$125$125 $125$125$125
HD radio  $50   
iPod integration  $100$100$100$100
Navigation system$600$600 $600$600$600
Satellite radio  $200$200$200$200
SD Card slot  $25$25$25$25
Telematics service, such as OnStar  $200$200$200$200
Traffic information$25$25    
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Auto-dimming rearview mirror$150$150   $150
Automatic headlights   $125$125$125
Fog lights$125$125 $125$125$125
Heated mirrors  $25$25$25$25
Illuminated visor mirror, driver  $50$50$50$50
Illuminated visor mirror, passenger  $50$50$50$50
Interior ambient lighting     $150
Steering-linked fog lights     $50
Steering-linked headlights     $150
Trip computer  $150$150$150$150
Turn signals on or near mirrors  $25$25$25$25
Visor mirror, driver$10$10    
Visor mirror, passenger$10$10    
Xenon HID headlights     $500
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row  $50$50$50$50
Floor mats  $75$75$75$75
Folding passenger seat$150$150    
Heated front seats  $200$200$200$200
Manual height adjuster, driver seat$50$50$50   
Manual height adjuster, passenger seat  $50$50$50$50
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat  $50$50$50$50
Metal pedals     $75
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat   $100$100$100
Power height adjuster, driver seat   $100$100$100
Power recliner, driver seat   $100$100$100
Soft-touch instrument panel (optional)   $0$0$0
Synthetic leather seating surfaces  $0$0$0$0
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Sport suspension (upgrade) $0   $0
Total Value of Features$1,670$1,870$2,440$5,315$4,365$5,765
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$200$770$3,645$2,695$4,095
Value of Feature Adjustments0-182-738-3,496-2,584-3,936

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Specifications Comparison: Toyota Matrix vs. Volkswagen Jetta

Model Year20092015
ModelMatrixJetta
Body4dr Hatch4dr Sedan
Wheelbase102.4 in104.4 in
Length171.9 in183.3 in
Width69.5 in70.0 in
Height61.4 in57.2 in
Curb Weight2,866 lb.2,860 lb.
Fuel Capacity13.2 gal.14.5 gal.
Row 1 Headroom40.5 in38.2 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room53.3 in55.2 in
Row 1 Hip Room52.3 in0.0 in
Row 1 Legroom41.6 in41.2 in
Row 2 Headroom39.3 in37.1 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room52.6 in53.6 in
Row 2 Hip Room43.7 in0.0 in
Row 2 Legroom36.2 in38.1 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum
19.8 ft315.7 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum
61.5 ft315.7 ft3

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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 Jetta 1.8T SE

Connectivity Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Sunroof900Yes
Illuminated visor mirror, driver40No
Illuminated visor mirror, passenger40No
Additional chrome trim0No
CD changer, in-dash200No
Rearview camera200No
HD radio50No
SD Card slot25No
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat50No
Center armrest(s), second row50No
Floor mats75No
Leather-wrapped steering wheel150Yes
Rear seat pass-through100No
Synthetic leather seating surfaces0No
Telematics service, such as OnStar200No
Vehicle health reports0No
Remote app25No
Total Requested105050%
Total Not Requested105550%

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