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Volkswagen New Beetle vs. Volkswagen Rabbit / GTI Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Volkswagen New Beetle vs. Volkswagen Rabbit / GTI Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $21,928

Volkswagen New Beetle 2.5 / TDI   
Difference: $4,087

Lowest Total Invoice: $20,392

Volkswagen New Beetle 2.5 / TDI   
Difference: $3,868

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20062009
ModelNew BeetleRabbit / GTI
Trim2.5 / TDIGTI
Body2dr Hatch2dr Hatch
Base Price $17,180 $23,230
Base Invoice $16,107 $21,656
Package 1 1,390  
Package 2 1,755  
All-weather floor mats 99 185
Satellite radio 375  
CD changer, remote 499  
Autobahn Package   1,900
Package 1 1,291  
Package 2 1,629  
All-weather floor mats 64 145
Satellite radio 331  
CD changer, remote 340  
Autobahn Package   1,759
Options (change) 4,118 2,085
Options (change) 3,655 1,904
Destination 630 700
Total Price $21,928 $26,015
Total Invoice $20,392 $24,260

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Volkswagen New Beetle vs. Volkswagen Rabbit / GTI

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Volkswagen New Beetle 2.5 / TDI
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $1,922
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $1,849
Model Year20062009
ModelNew BeetleRabbit / GTI
Trim2.5 / TDIGTI
Body2dr Hatch2dr Hatch
Engine150hp I5200hp I4
TransmissionM5M6
DrivetrainFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 6?, 10
Tire (rear if not all the same)225/45-17225/40-18
Total Price$21,928$26,015
Adjustments for Features0-2,165
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$21,928$23,850
Total Invoice$20,392$24,260
Adjustments for Features0-2,019
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$20,392$22,241

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Features Comparison: Volkswagen New Beetle vs. Volkswagen Rabbit / GTI

Model Year20062009
ModelNew BeetleRabbit / GTI
Trim2.5 / TDIGTI
Body2dr Hatch2dr Hatch
Transmission and Drivetrain 
5-speed manual$0 
6-speed manual $150
FWD$0$0
Accessories 
Universal garage door opener$100 
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Side curtain airbags $350
Tire-pressure monitor $75
Cargo Management 
Air-conditioned storage compartment $50
Cargo mat $40
Overhead sunglass holder $25
Rear seat pass-through $100
Climate Control 
Rain-sensing wipers$175 
Rear air vents $100
Rear wiper $175
Variable intermittent wipers $75
Exterior 
Body kit (gray/black) $0
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) $25
Rear spoiler $200
Infotainment 
Audio controls on steering wheel $125
CD changer, in-dash $325
CD changer, remote$200 
CD player$125 
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Auto-dimming rearview mirror$150 
Compass $0
Trip computer $150
Xenon HID headlights $500
Seats and Interior Trim 
Aluminum trim $100
Center armrest(s), second row $50
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat $150
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat $150
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Sport suspension (upgrade) $0
Total Value of Features$750$2,915
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$2,165
Value of Feature Adjustments0-2,019

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See a complete comparison of Volkswagen New Beetle vs. Volkswagen Rabbit / GTI features.

Specifications Comparison: Volkswagen New Beetle vs. Volkswagen Rabbit / GTI

Model Year20062009
ModelNew BeetleRabbit / GTI
Body2dr Hatch2dr Hatch
Wheelbase98.7 in101.5 in
Length161.1 in165.8 in
Width67.9 in69.3 in
Height59.0 in58.4 in
Curb Weight2,885 lb.2,976 lb.
Fuel Capacity14.5 gal.14.5 gal.
Row 1 Headroom38.2 in39.3 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room52.8 in54.7 in
Row 1 Legroom39.4 in41.2 in
Row 2 Headroom36.7 in38.5 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room49.3 in54.6 in
Row 2 Legroom33.5 in35.3 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum		12.0 ft315.1 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum		27.2 ft341.8 ft3

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See a complete comparison of Volkswagen New Beetle vs. Volkswagen Rabbit / GTI specs.

Option Package Details
Volkswagen New Beetle 2.5 / TDI

Package 1
FeatureValueRequested?
Heated front seats200Yes
Sunroof900Yes
Heated windshield washer nozzles15Yes
Total Requested1115100%
Total Not Requested00%
Package 2
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Universal garage door opener100No
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150No
Rain-sensing wipers100No
Fog lights125Yes
Leather-wrapped steering wheel150Yes
225/45HR17 tires400No
Total Requested117561%
Total Not Requested75039%

Option Package Details
Volkswagen Rabbit / GTI GTI

225/40YR18 tires
FeatureValueRequested?
225/40YR18 tires400No
Sunroof900Yes
Total Requested90069%
Total Not Requested40031%
All-weather floor mats
FeatureValueRequested?
All-weather floor mats75Yes
Cargo mat40No
Total Requested7565%
Total Not Requested4035%
Autobahn Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Front seat active head restraints0Yes
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat100No
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat100No
Total Requested90082%
Total Not Requested20018%

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