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Volkswagen New Beetle vs. Ford Mustang Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Volkswagen New Beetle vs. Ford Mustang Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $26,155

Volkswagen New Beetle 2.5   
Difference: $10,085

Lowest Total Invoice: $24,472

Volkswagen New Beetle 2.5   
Difference: $9,824

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year200620162016
ModelNew BeetleMustangMustang
Trim2.5EcoBoost PremiumGT Premium
Body2dr Convertible2dr Convertible2dr Convertible
Base Price $22,120 $35,145 $41,895
Base Invoice $20,696 $33,211 $39,591
Package 1 1,325    
Package 2 1,705    
Satellite radio 375    
Temporary spare tire   195 195
Rear spoiler   0 0
Package 1 1,231    
Package 2 1,584    
Satellite radio 331    
Temporary spare tire   185 185
Rear spoiler   0 0
Options (change) 3,405 195 195
Options (change) 3,146 185 185
Destination 630 900 900
Total Price $26,155 $36,240 $42,990
Total Invoice $24,472 $34,296 $40,676

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Volkswagen New Beetle vs. Ford Mustang

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Volkswagen New Beetle 2.5
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $6,745
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $6,663
Model Year200620162016
ModelNew BeetleMustangMustang
Trim2.5EcoBoost PremiumGT Premium
Body2dr Convertible2dr Convertible2dr Convertible
Engine150hp I5310hp I4435hp V8
TransmissionM5M6M6
DrivetrainFWDRWDRWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 10?, 9?, 9
Tire (rear if not all the same)225/45-17235/50-18235/50-18
Total Price$26,155$36,240$42,990
Adjustments for Features0-3,340-3,490
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$26,155$32,900$39,500
Cost Above Minimum$0$0$6,600
Total Invoice$24,472$34,296$40,676
Adjustments for Features0-3,161-3,302
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$24,472$31,135$37,374
Cost Above Minimum$0$0$6,239

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Features Comparison: Volkswagen New Beetle vs. Ford Mustang

Model Year200620162016
ModelNew BeetleMustangMustang
Trim2.5EcoBoost PremiumGT Premium
Body2dr Convertible2dr Convertible2dr Convertible
Transmission and Drivetrain 
5-speed manual$0  
6-speed manual $150$150
FWD$0  
RWD $0$0
Accessories 
Active noise reduction $0 
Proximity key $250$250
Wind blocker$300  
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
911 assist $25$25
Active glove box $100$100
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats$0  
Auto-raising roll bars / headrests$500  
Knee airbag, driver $75$75
Line lock  $50
Rearview camera $200$200
Safety key $5$5
Tire-pressure monitor $75$75
Vehicle health reports $0$0
Cargo Management 
Rear seat pass-through$100  
Climate Control 
Automatic climate control, front $200$200
Dual-zone climate control $125$125
Heated windshield washer nozzles$15  
Rain-sensing wipers$175  
Variable intermittent wipers $75$75
Drivetrain 
Limited-slip rear differential $300$300
Exterior 
Active grille shutters $0 
Body kit (gray/black) $0$0
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) $25$25
Rear spoiler $200$200
Infotainment 
App support $0$0
Audio controls on steering wheel $125$125
Aux input$50  
Bluetooth audio streaming $25$25
Bluetooth cell phone link $100$100
SMS text-to-speech reader $25$25
Voice control for audio system $25$25
Voice control for external devices $0$0
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Automatic headlights $125$125
Compass $0$0
Performance meter $150$150
Spotter mirror(s) $50$50
Trip computer $150$150
Turn signal repeaters in hood  $0
Xenon HID headlights $500$500
Seats and Interior Trim 
Aluminum trim $100$100
Cooled or ventilated front seats $300$300
Illuminated door sill trim plates $200$200
Manual height adjuster, driver seat$50  
Manual height adjuster, passenger seat$50  
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 lumbar adjuster, driver seat $100$100
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat $100$100
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat $100$100
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Additional powertrain and chassis calibration options $0$0
Electronic systems calibration selector $200$200
Transmission 
Launch control  $100
Total Value of Features$1,240$4,580$4,730
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$3,340$3,490
Value of Feature Adjustments0-3,161-3,302

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Specifications Comparison: Volkswagen New Beetle vs. Ford Mustang

Model Year20062016
ModelNew BeetleMustang
Body2dr Convertible2dr Convertible
Wheelbase98.8 in107.1 in
Length161.1 in188.3 in
Width67.9 in75.4 in
Height59.1 in54.9 in
Curb Weight3,165 lb.3,645 lb.
Fuel Capacity14.5 gal.16.0 gal.
Row 1 Headroom40.7 in37.6 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room52.8 in56.3 in
Row 1 Hip Room0.0 in54.9 in
Row 1 Legroom39.4 in42.0 in
Row 2 Headroom37.2 in35.7 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room42.1 in44.7 in
Row 2 Hip Room0.0 in43.7 in
Row 2 Legroom31.5 in30.8 in
Cargo Volume5.0 ft311.4 ft3

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Option Package Details
Volkswagen New Beetle 2.5

Package 1
FeatureValueRequested?
Heated front seats200Yes
Power convertible top4000Yes
Wind blocker300No
Heated windshield washer nozzles15No
Total Requested420093%
Total Not Requested3157%
Package 2
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Universal garage door opener100Yes
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Rain-sensing wipers100No
Fog lights125Yes
Leather-wrapped steering wheel150Yes
225/45HR17 tires400No
Total Requested142574%
Total Not Requested50026%

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