Model Year | 2015 | 2015 | 2015 | 2015 | 2015--2015-2016 | 2015--2015-2016 | 2015--2015-2016 | 2015--2015-2016 | 2015--2015-2016 |
Model | Beetle | Beetle | Beetle | Beetle | JUKE | JUKE | JUKE | JUKE | JUKE |
Trim | 1.8T | 1.8T Classic | TDI | R-Line | S | SV | SL | NISMO | NISMO RS |
Engines | |||||||||
Transmissions | |||||||||
Drivetrains | |||||||||
Tires | |||||||||
Audio Systems | |||||||||
Accessories | |||||||||
Often must be ordered with power rear side windows, if these are available. | |||||||||
Enter and start the vehicle without removing the key from your pocket. | |||||||||
Check on car and remotely control various functions (remote start, locks, lights, and/or HVAC) from a telephone or computer. Can require a monthly fee. | |||||||||
Unlock and lock the car using buttons on the keyfob. | |||||||||
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | |||||||||
Rear disc brakes. | |||||||||
If active, automatically move forward when the vehicle is rear-ended. Note: becoming less common. | |||||||||
Only listed when pricing a single model because insufficient data for all cars. | |||||||||
Automatically pulse the brakes in hard stops to prevent wheels from locking up, making it possible to brake and steer at the same time. | |||||||||
Small external cameras provide a top-down view all around the vehicle, to reduce blind spots while parking. | |||||||||
Mirror-mounted lights indicate when another vehicle is in a blind spot. | |||||||||
When a panic stop is sensed, fully applies the brakes. | |||||||||
Warns of traffic coming from either direction when vehicle is in reverse, to prevent accidents when backing out of parking spaces. | |||||||||
Applies the brakes to a slipping drive wheel to transfer torque to the other side, simulating the effect of a limited-slip differential. We haven't identified all applications, often implied by traction control. | |||||||||
Mandatory, in all cars. | |||||||||
Only listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models. | |||||||||
Applies the brakes to hold the vehicle in place on an incline. Incomplete data, so only displayed when pricing a single vehicle. | |||||||||
Detects moving objects near rear of vehicle when driving at parking lot speeds. | |||||||||
Only listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models. | |||||||||
Rearview camera connected to display screen on the instrument panel. Often requires navigation system. | |||||||||
Airbags contained just above the window level. Except in cars without a rear seat usually cover first and second row. | |||||||||
Selectively applies the brakes to prevent excessive understeer or oversteer (spinning). | |||||||||
Two types: a warning light when a tire is low on air and a pressure readout for each tire. | |||||||||
When a drive wheel slips, it is braked and/or engine power is reduced, restoring traction. | |||||||||
Periodically uploads and emails a vehicle diagnostic check. | |||||||||
Cargo Management | |||||||||
Large storage area beneath the load floor, often compartmentalized. | |||||||||
Climate Control | |||||||||
Maintains set temperature in front row. Requires air conditioning and does not include its value. | |||||||||
Filters exterior air before it enters the passenger compartment. No default value because most cars have them, even in cases where they're not in the official list of features. | |||||||||
Ducts under front seats direct heated air to the second row. | |||||||||
Only listed when pricing a single model because insufficient data for all cars. | |||||||||
Time between wipes can be precisely adjusted. | |||||||||
Drivetrain | |||||||||
Actively splits power between the left and right rear wheels, which generally yields sportier handling. | |||||||||
When one front wheel spins, the differential locks up, sending power to the wheel with better traction. | |||||||||
Engine / Motor | |||||||||
Only listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models. | |||||||||
Changes sound of exhaust and/or appearance of the tips. In some cases might slightly improve performance. | |||||||||
Exterior | |||||||||
Side skirts and possibly a front air dam and rear apron. | |||||||||
Side skirts and possibly a front air dam and rear apron. Not body color. | |||||||||
Increasingly often these are not actually connected to the exhaust. | |||||||||
Flaps mounted behind two to four wheels, to protect the body from mud and rocks. | |||||||||
Can be small lip spoiler or a larger raised spoiler. | |||||||||
Only listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models. | |||||||||
Only listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models. | |||||||||
Extensions to the wheel opening, both decorative and protective. | |||||||||
Infotainment | |||||||||
Touchscreen and/or voice control over apps that can include online search, Facebook, Twitter, Pandora, OpenTable, and MovieTickets.com. Requires connected compatible phone. Fees may apply after first three years. | |||||||||
Jack for an iPod or similar device. No value because of incomplete data. Will soon be standard on nearly every car. | |||||||||
Uses Bluetooth rather than a cable to integrate audio device. Requires compatible audio device and/or phone. | |||||||||
Enables hands-free communication by wirelessly connecting a cell phone to a microphone and the vehicle's stereo speakers. | |||||||||
Includes CD player. | |||||||||
High-definition radio, which broadcasts a digital signal. Free, no subscription fees. | |||||||||
Integrates an iPod with the vehicle's controls and speakers. Usually included if there is a USB port, but can also rely on a proprietary port. | |||||||||
Audio system capable of playing discs with MP3 files. | |||||||||
Screen-based navigation system. | |||||||||
XM or Sirius. Includes a subscription for three to six months, after which monthly fees apply. | |||||||||
SD, CF, PCMCIA, or other digital media reader. | |||||||||
Converts text messages to speech. | |||||||||
In-vehicle security, communications, and diagnostics system. For 2011 and newer cars often includes a remote app. Monthly fee after the first 1-12 months. | |||||||||
Information about traffic plus weather, gas prices, sports news, and/or movie times. Monthly fee after first 3-12 months. | |||||||||
Often permits an iPod or phone to be integrated into the vehicle's entertainment system and controls. | |||||||||
Sometimes also includes voice control over climate control system. | |||||||||
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | |||||||||
Headlights automatically turn on and off. Includes value of automatic-off headlights. | |||||||||
Headlights automatically turn off. | |||||||||
Reports the amount of boost being provided by the supercharger or turbocharger. | |||||||||
Lights illuminate area just ahead and to the side of the vehicle when the turn signals are used or the steering wheel is turned. | |||||||||
Light wide area close in front of the vehicle. | |||||||||
Clears ice and fog from mirrors. | |||||||||
LEDs cast a soft glow over and/or highlight parts of the interior. | |||||||||
LEDs cast a soft glow over and/or highlight parts of the interior. Can change the colors of the lights. | |||||||||
Front row reading lights. | |||||||||
Measures and displays lateral acceleration. Some also measure and display 0-60, quarter mile, etc. | |||||||||
Includes value of manual remote mirrors. | |||||||||
Reports engine speed. | |||||||||
Reports average fuel economy, and perhaps also instantaneous fuel economy, distance to empty, average speed, and other stats. | |||||||||
Provide a brighter, whiter light than halogen headlights. | |||||||||
Seats and Interior Trim | |||||||||
Only listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models. | |||||||||
Seat folds to enlarge cargo area. Unless the seat is also removable, it usually folds flat or nearly flat. | |||||||||
Seating surfaces are trimmed in leather; other upholstery tends to be leatherette. | |||||||||
Manually adjustable lower back support. | |||||||||
Manually adjustable lower back support. | |||||||||
Only listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models. | |||||||||
A.k.a vinyl, leatherette, MB-Tex, NuLuxe. | |||||||||
Seating surfaces are part leather, part synthetic suede. | |||||||||
Seating surfaces are part cloth or vinyl, part synthetic suede. | |||||||||
Synthetic suede steering wheel rim. | |||||||||
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | |||||||||
Same value as regular alloy wheels because no way to compare across models. | |||||||||
Varies throttle, steering, ABS, and/or stability control calibration. | |||||||||
Only listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models. | |||||||||
Only listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models. | |||||||||
Only listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models. | |||||||||
Only listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models. | |||||||||
Lug nuts that can only be removed using a special key. Prevents theft of wheels. | |||||||||
Transmission | |||||||||
Paddles or buttons that can be used to manually shift the transmission. Only listed when optional or not always included with an automatic transmission. |
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