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Volkswagen Beetle vs. BMW 3-Series Price Comparison (MSRP)The sticker prices, before adjusting for remaining feature differences. Usually these are the numbers you will see on the window stickers.
Models in short supply often sell at or even above these prices.
Models in short supply often sell at or even above these prices.
Volkswagen Beetle vs. BMW 3-Series Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $29,765 Volkswagen Beetle Turbo | ||||
| Difference: $8,255 | ||||
Lowest Total Invoice: $28,505 Volkswagen Beetle Turbo | ||||
| Difference: $6,340 | ||||
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| Model Year | 2012 | 2006 | 2006 | 2006 |
| Model | Beetle | 3-Series | 3-Series | 3-Series |
| Trim | Turbo | 325Ci | 330Ci | M3 |
| Body | 2dr Hatch | 2dr Coupe | 2dr Coupe | 2dr Coupe |
| Base Price | $23,395 | $32,300 | $37,600 | $48,900 |
| Base Invoice | $22,459 | $29,575 | $34,395 | $44,680 |
| Sunroof and Sound Package | 3,000 | |||
| Navigation Package | 1,600 | |||
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | 0 | |||
| Xenon HID headlights | 1,000 | 700 | ||
| Steering-linked headlights | 800 | 800 | ||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 475 | 475 | 475 | |
| Heated front seats | 500 | 500 | 500 | |
| Leather seating surfaces | 1,450 | |||
| Navigation system | 1,800 | 1,800 | 1,800 | |
| Premium Package | 2,200 | |||
| Adjustable seats | 500 | |||
| Power front seats | 995 | |||
| Sunroof | 1,050 | |||
| Rear spoiler | 0 | |||
| Sunroof and Sound Package | 2,880 | |||
| Navigation Package | 1,536 | |||
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | 0 | |||
| Xenon HID headlights | 860 | 635 | ||
| Steering-linked headlights | 730 | 730 | ||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 430 | 430 | 430 | |
| Heated front seats | 455 | 455 | 455 | |
| Leather seating surfaces | 1,320 | |||
| Navigation system | 1,640 | 1,640 | 1,640 | |
| Premium Package | 2,000 | |||
| Adjustable seats | 455 | |||
| Power front seats | 905 | |||
| Sunroof | 955 | |||
| Rear spoiler | 0 | |||
| Options (change) | 5,600 | 5,025 | 5,775 | 6,020 |
| Options (change) | 5,276 | 4,575 | 5,255 | 5,475 |
| Destination | 770 | 695 | 695 | 695 |
| Gas Tax | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1,000 |
| Total Price | $29,765 | $38,020 | $44,070 | $56,615 |
| Total Invoice | $28,505 | $34,845 | $40,345 | $51,850 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Volkswagen Beetle vs. BMW 3-Series
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Volkswagen Beetle Turbo | ||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $8,220 | ||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $6,308 | ||||
| Model Year | 2012 | 2006 | 2006 | 2006 |
| Model | Beetle | 3-Series | 3-Series | 3-Series |
| Trim | Turbo | 325Ci | 330Ci | M3 |
| Body | 2dr Hatch | 2dr Coupe | 2dr Coupe | 2dr Coupe |
| Engine | 200hp I4 | 184hp I6 | 225hp I6 | 333hp I6 |
| Transmission | M6 | M5 | M6 | M6 |
| Drivetrain | FWD | RWD | RWD | RWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 400, 9 | ?, 10 | ?, 12 | ?, 10 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 235/40-19 | 205/55-16 | 205/50-17 | 225/45-18 |
| Total Price | $29,765 | $38,020 | $44,070 | $56,615 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -35 | -1,760 | -1,930 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $29,765 | $37,985 | $42,310 | $54,685 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $0 | $4,325 | $16,700 |
| Total Invoice | $28,505 | $34,845 | $40,345 | $51,850 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -32 | -1,611 | -1,768 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $28,505 | $34,813 | $38,734 | $50,082 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $0 | $3,921 | $15,269 |
Features Comparison: Volkswagen Beetle vs. BMW 3-Series
| Model Year | 2012 | 2006 | 2006 | 2006 |
| Model | Beetle | 3-Series | 3-Series | 3-Series |
| Trim | Turbo | 325Ci | 330Ci | M3 |
| Body | 2dr Hatch | 2dr Coupe | 2dr Coupe | 2dr Coupe |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||||
| 6-speed manual | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| 5-speed manual | $0 | |||
| FWD | $0 | |||
| RWD | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Accessories | ||||
| Power flip-out rear side windows | $125 | $125 | $125 | |
| Proximity key | $250 | |||
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | $15 | $15 | |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | $250 | $250 | |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | $350 | |||
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||||
| Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats | $0 | |||
| Cargo Management | ||||
| Cargo cover | $75 | |||
| Cargo mat | $40 | $40 | $40 | |
| Rear seat pass-through | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Climate Control | ||||
| Automatic climate control, front | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Rain-sensing wipers | $175 | $175 | $175 | |
| Variable intermittent wipers | $75 | |||
| Drivetrain | ||||
| Limited-slip rear differential | $300 | |||
| Exterior | ||||
| Body kit | $0 | |||
| Bodyside moldings | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Rear spoiler | $200 | $200 | ||
| Infotainment | ||||
| Aux input | $50 | |||
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | |||
| Bluetooth cell phone link | $100 | $100 | ||
| iPod integration | $100 | |||
| Satellite radio | $200 | |||
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | $200 | |||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||||
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | $150 | $150 | ||
| Automatic headlights | $125 | $125 | $125 | |
| Boost gauge | $75 | |||
| Cornering lights | $50 | |||
| Illuminated visor mirror, driver | $50 | $50 | ||
| Illuminated visor mirror, passenger | $50 | $50 | ||
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | $25 | $25 | ||
| Steering-linked headlights | $150 | $150 | ||
| Visor mirror, driver | $10 | $10 | ||
| Visor mirror, passenger | $10 | $10 | ||
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||||
| Aluminum trim | $100 | |||
| Center armrest(s), second row | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Floor mats | $75 | |||
| Manual height adjuster, driver seat | $50 | $50 | ||
| Manual height adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | ||
| Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $50 | |||
| Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | |||
| Manual thigh support length adjuster, driver seat | $50 | |||
| Manual thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | |||
| Manual tilt adjuster, driver seat | $50 | |||
| Manual tilt adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | |||
| Memory system, driver seat | $200 | $200 | ||
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $150 | $150 | ||
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $150 | $150 | ||
| Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power height adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power recliner, driver seat | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power recliner, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power seatback bolsters, driver seat | $100 | |||
| Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat | $100 | |||
| Power tilt adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | ||
| Wood trim | $300 | $300 | ||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||||
| Alloy wheels | $350 | $350 | $350 | |
| Polished alloy wheels | $350 | |||
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Ultra-sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | |||
| Total Value of Features | $2,245 | $2,280 | $4,005 | $4,175 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $35 | $1,760 | $1,930 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | -32 | -1,611 | -1,768 |
Specifications Comparison: Volkswagen Beetle vs. BMW 3-Series
| Model Year | 2012 | 2006 |
| Model | Beetle | 3-Series |
| Body | 2dr Hatch | 2dr Coupe |
| Wheelbase | 99.9 in | 107.3 in |
| Length | 168.4 in | 176.7 in |
| Width | 71.2 in | 69.2 in |
| Height | 58.5 in | 53.9 in |
| Curb Weight | 2,940 lb. | 3,198 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 14.5 gal. | 16.6 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 39.4 in | 36.3 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 55.3 in | 54.5 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 41.3 in | 41.7 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 37.1 in | 36.2 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 49.0 in | 52.7 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 31.4 in | 33.2 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 15.4 ft3 | 9.5 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 29.9 ft3 | 9.5 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Volkswagen Beetle Turbo
| Sunroof and Sound Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Fender, 400W, 9 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Audio controls on steering wheel | 125 | Yes |
| Sunroof | 900 | Yes |
| CD changer, in-dash | 200 | No |
| Center armrest(s), front row | 75 | Yes |
| Satellite radio | 200 | No |
| Proximity key | 250 | No |
| HD radio | 50 | No |
| SD Card slot | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 1100 | 51% |
| Total Not Requested | 1075 | 49% |
| Navigation Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Upholstered door panels, leather | 250 | No |
| Total Requested | 1500 | 86% |
| Total Not Requested | 250 | 14% |
Option Package Details
BMW 3-Series 325Ci
| Steering-linked headlights | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Steering-linked headlights | 150 | No |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 500 | 77% |
| Total Not Requested | 150 | 23% |
Option Package Details
BMW 3-Series 330Ci
| Steering-linked headlights | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Steering-linked headlights | 150 | No |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 500 | 77% |
| Total Not Requested | 150 | 23% |
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | 150 | No |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 150 | No |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | No |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | 200 | No |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1000 | 61% |
| Total Not Requested | 650 | 39% |
Option Package Details
BMW 3-Series M3
| Adjustable seats | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | 150 | No |
| Power seatback bolsters, driver | 100 | No |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 150 | No |
| Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Total Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Total Not Requested | 500 | 100% |
| Power front seats | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat | 100 | No |
| Power height adjuster, driver seat | 50 | No |
| Power tilt adjuster, driver seat | 100 | No |
| Power recliner, driver seat | 100 | No |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | No |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | No |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Total Not Requested | 925 | 100% |
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