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Volkswagen Beetle vs. Honda Element Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Volkswagen Beetle vs. Honda Element Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $21,015

Volkswagen Beetle 1.8T Classic   
Difference: $490

Lowest Total Invoice: $19,942

Honda Element EX   
Difference: $265

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year201520152015201520072007
ModelBeetleBeetleBeetleBeetleElementElement
Trim1.8T1.8T ClassicTDIR-LineEXSC
Body2dr Hatch2dr Hatch2dr Hatch2dr Hatch4dr SUV4dr SUV
Base Price $20,695 $20,195 $25,330 $25,450 $20,910 $22,695
Base Invoice $19,867 $19,387 $24,317 $24,433 $19,347 $20,994
Options (change) 0 0 0 0 0 0
Options (change) 0 0 0 0 0 0
Destination 820 820 820 820 595 595
Total Price $21,515 $21,015 $26,150 $26,270 $21,505 $23,290
Total Invoice $20,687 $20,207 $25,137 $25,253 $19,942 $21,589

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Volkswagen Beetle vs. Honda Element

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Volkswagen Beetle 1.8T Classic
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $3,555
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $2,682
Model Year201520152015201520072007
ModelBeetleBeetleBeetleBeetleElementElement
Trim1.8T1.8T ClassicTDIR-LineEXSC
Body2dr Hatch2dr Hatch2dr Hatch2dr Hatch4dr SUV4dr SUV
Engine170hp I4170hp I4150hp I4 D210hp I4166hp I4166hp I4
TransmissionM5T6M6M6M5M5
DrivetrainFWDFWDFWDFWDFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 8?, 8?, 8?, 8270, 7270, 7
Tire (rear if not all the same)215/55-17215/55-17215/55-17235/45-18215/70-16225/55-18
Total Price$21,515$21,015$26,150$26,270$21,505$23,290
Adjustments for Features-965-3,065-2,090-1,5650-225
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$20,550$17,950$24,060$24,705$21,505$23,065
Cost Above Minimum$2,600$0$6,110$6,755$0$1,560
Total Invoice$20,687$20,207$25,137$25,253$19,942$21,589
Adjustments for Features-928-2,947-2,009-1,5040-209
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$19,759$17,260$23,128$23,749$19,942$21,380
Cost Above Minimum$2,499$0$5,868$6,489$0$1,438

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Features Comparison: Volkswagen Beetle vs. Honda Element

Model Year201520152015201520072007
ModelBeetleBeetleBeetleBeetleElementElement
Trim1.8T1.8T ClassicTDIR-LineEXSC
Body2dr Hatch2dr Hatch2dr Hatch2dr Hatch4dr SUV4dr SUV
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 
Proximity key  $250   
Remote app$25$25$25$25  
Tilt steering wheel, manual    $150$150
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual$250$250$250$250  
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats$0$0$0$0  
Rearview camera  $200   
Rollover sensor    $50$50
Vehicle health reports$0$0$0$0  
Cargo Management 
Cargo cover$75$75$75$75  
Console with shifter$150$150$150$150  
Console without shifter     $150
Overhead sunglass holder    $25$25
Climate Control 
Heated windshield washer nozzles$15$15$15$15  
Intermittent wipers    $0$0
Rear wiper    $175$175
Variable intermittent wipers$75$75$75$75  
Exterior 
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)    $25$25
Deep-tinted rear windows    $275$275
Painted brake calipers (optional)   $0  
Rear spoiler $200 $200  
Skid plate (one)    $50$50
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    
Satellite radio $200$200 $200$200
Telematics service, such as OnStar$200$200$200$200  
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Boost gauge  $75$75  
Cornering lights   $50  
Fog lights   $125  
Heated mirrors$25$25$25$25  
Interior ambient lighting, configurable$150$150$150$150  
Outside temperature display$50$50$50$50  
Trip computer$150$150$150$150  
Turn signals on or near mirrors$25$25$25$25  
Seats and Interior Trim 
Floor mats$75$75$75$75 $75
Heated front seats$200$200$200$200  
Leather-wrapped steering wheel$150$150$150$150  
Manual height adjuster, passenger seat$50$50$50$50  
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat$50$50$50$50  
Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat$50$50$50$50  
Manual recliner, second row seats    $75$75
Removable second row seats    $0$0
Synthetic leather seating surfaces$0 $0   
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Performance steering system (optional)     $0
Sport suspension (upgrade)   $0 $0
Total Value of Features$2,115$4,215$3,240$2,715$1,150$1,375
Value of Feature Adjustments$965$3,065$2,090$1,565$0$225
Value of Feature Adjustments-928-2,947-2,009-1,5040-209

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Specifications Comparison: Volkswagen Beetle vs. Honda Element

Model Year20152007
ModelBeetleElement
Body2dr Hatch4dr SUV
Wheelbase100.0 in101.4 in
Length168.4 in169.3 in
Width71.2 in71.5 in
Height58.5 in70.4 in
Curb Weight3,013 lb.3,434 lb.
Fuel Capacity14.5 gal.15.9 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.4 in43.3 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room55.3 in57.1 in
Row 1 Hip Room0.0 in55.0 in
Row 1 Legroom41.3 in41.0 in
Row 2 Headroom37.1 in38.0 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room49.0 in52.2 in
Row 2 Hip Room0.0 in47.6 in
Row 2 Legroom31.4 in39.1 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum
15.4 ft326.0 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum
29.9 ft377.1 ft3

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