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Volkswagen Golf / GTI vs. Audi R8 Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Volkswagen Golf / GTI vs. Audi R8 Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $29,995

Volkswagen Golf / GTI GTI   
Difference: $90,155

Lowest Total Invoice: $28,827

Volkswagen Golf / GTI GTI   
Difference: $83,144

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20112009
ModelGolf / GTIR8
TrimGTI4.2
Body2dr Hatch2dr Coupe
Base Price $23,695 $114,200
Base Invoice $22,747 $106,206
Autobahn Package 5,530  
Metallic paint (extra cost)   650
Navigation system   2,000
Autobahn Package 5,310  
Metallic paint (extra cost)   605
Navigation system   1,860
Options (change) 5,530 2,650
Options (change) 5,310 2,465
Destination 770 1,200
Gas Tax 0 2,100
Total Price $29,995 $120,150
Total Invoice $28,827 $111,971

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Volkswagen Golf / GTI vs. Audi R8

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Volkswagen Golf / GTI GTI
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $88,975
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $82,044
Model Year20112009
ModelGolf / GTIR8
TrimGTI4.2
Body2dr Hatch2dr Coupe
Engine200hp I4420hp V8
TransmissionM6M6
DrivetrainFWDAWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)300, 8140, 7
Tire (rear if not all the same)225/40-18235/35-19
Total Price$29,995$120,150
Adjustments for Features0-1,180
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$29,995$118,970
Total Invoice$28,827$111,971
Adjustments for Features0-1,100
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$28,827$110,871

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Features Comparison: Volkswagen Golf / GTI vs. Audi R8

Model Year20112009
ModelGolf / GTIR8
TrimGTI4.2
Body2dr Hatch2dr Coupe
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manual$150$150
FWD$0 
AWD $1700
Accessories 
Proximity key$250 
Universal garage door opener $100
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats$0 
Full-size spare tire$225 
Knee airbag, driver $75
Knee airbag, passenger $75
Side curtain airbags$350 
Cargo Management 
Air-conditioned storage compartment$50 
Cargo cover$75 
Overhead sunglass holder$25 
Rear seat pass-through$100 
Climate Control 
Automatic climate control, front $200
Heated windshield washer nozzles$15 
Rain-sensing wipers $175
Rear air vents$100 
Rear wiper$175 
Variable intermittent wipers$75 
Engine / Motor 
Mid-engine configuration $0
Exterior 
Bright-finished fuel door $100
Rear spoiler$200 
Retractable rear spoiler $400
Sunroof$900 
Infotainment 
Aux input$50 
Bluetooth audio streaming$25 
CD changer, in-dash $325
CD player$125 
HD radio$50 
iPod integration$100 
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Auto-dimming rearview mirror $150
Automatic headlights $125
Fog lights$125 
Illuminated visor mirror, driver$50 
Illuminated visor mirror, passenger$50 
Interior ambient lighting $150
Steering-linked headlights$150 
Visor mirror, driver $10
Visor mirror, passenger $10
Seats and Interior Trim 
Aluminum trim$100 
Center armrest(s), second row$50 
Folding second row seats$300 
Manual height adjuster, driver seat$50 
Manual height adjuster, passenger seat$50 
No leather in second row $-300
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat $100
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat $100
Power height adjuster, driver seat $100
Power height adjuster, passenger seat $100
Power recliner, driver seat $100
Power recliner, passenger seat $100
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat $100
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat $100
Synthetic suede inserts in leather seating surfaces $0
Upholstered instrument panel $300
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Adaptive dampers - electrical $500
Sport suspension (upgrade)$0 
Transmission 
Launch control $100
Total Value of Features$3,965$5,145
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$1,180
Value of Feature Adjustments0-1,100

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See a complete comparison of Volkswagen Golf / GTI vs. Audi R8 features.

Specifications Comparison: Volkswagen Golf / GTI vs. Audi R8

Model Year20112009
ModelGolf / GTIR8
Body2dr Hatch2dr Coupe
Wheelbase101.5 in104.3 in
Length165.4 in174.5 in
Width70.3 in75.0 in
Height58.3 in49.3 in
Curb Weight2,969 lb.3,606 lb.
Fuel Capacity14.5 gal.23.8 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.3 in38.0 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room54.7 in54.4 in
Row 1 Legroom41.2 in41.1 in
Row 2 Headroom38.5 in0.0 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room52.8 in0.0 in
Row 2 Legroom35.5 in0.0 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum		15.0 ft33.5 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum		46.0 ft33.5 ft3

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See a complete comparison of Volkswagen Golf / GTI vs. Audi R8 specs.

Option Package Details
Volkswagen Golf / GTI GTI

Autobahn Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Proximity key250No
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Dynaudio, 300W, 8 speakers350No
Steering-linked headlights150No
Xenon HID headlights500Yes
HD radio50No
Navigation system600Yes
Sunroof900No
CD changer, in-dash200No
SD Card slot25Yes
Audio controls on steering wheel125Yes
Total Requested235055%
Total Not Requested190045%

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