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Volkswagen Jetta vs. BMW 3-Series Price Comparison (MSRP)The sticker prices, before adjusting for remaining feature differences. Usually these are the numbers you will see on the window stickers.
Models in short supply often sell at or even above these prices.
Models in short supply often sell at or even above these prices.
Volkswagen Jetta vs. BMW 3-Series Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $29,770 Volkswagen Jetta GLI | |||
| Difference: $16,350 | |||
Lowest Total Invoice: $27,695 Volkswagen Jetta GLI | |||
| Difference: $14,885 | |||
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| Model Year | 2008 | 2012 | 2012 |
| Model | Jetta | 3-Series | 3-Series |
| Trim | GLI | 328i | 335i |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Price | $24,300 | $34,900 | $42,400 |
| Base Invoice | $22,659 | $32,290 | $39,190 |
| Autobahn Package | 3,020 | ||
| Navigation system | 1,800 | ||
| iPod integration | 0 | ||
| Sport Line | 2,500 | 1,700 | |
| Technology Package | 2,550 | 2,550 | |
| Steering-linked headlights | 900 | ||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 550 | 550 | |
| Aluminum trim | 0 | 0 | |
| Heated front seats | 500 | 500 | |
| Folding second row seats | 475 | 475 | |
| Sunroof | 1,050 | ||
| Leather seating surfaces | 1,450 | 1,450 | |
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | 350 | 350 | |
| Autobahn Package | 2,797 | ||
| Navigation system | 1,589 | ||
| iPod integration | 0 | ||
| Sport Line | 2,275 | 1,545 | |
| Technology Package | 2,320 | 2,320 | |
| Steering-linked headlights | 820 | ||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 500 | 500 | |
| Aluminum trim | 0 | 0 | |
| Heated front seats | 455 | 455 | |
| Folding second row seats | 430 | 430 | |
| Sunroof | 955 | ||
| Leather seating surfaces | 1,320 | 1,320 | |
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | 320 | 320 | |
| Options (change) | 4,820 | 10,325 | 7,575 |
| Options (change) | 4,386 | 9,395 | 6,890 |
| Destination | 650 | 895 | 895 |
| Total Price | $29,770 | $46,120 | $50,870 |
| Total Invoice | $27,695 | $42,580 | $46,975 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Volkswagen Jetta vs. BMW 3-Series
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Volkswagen Jetta GLI | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $14,270 | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $12,965 | |||
| Model Year | 2008 | 2012 | 2012 |
| Model | Jetta | 3-Series | 3-Series |
| Trim | GLI | 328i | 335i |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | 200hp I4 | 240hp I4 | 300hp I6 |
| Transmission | M6 | M6 | M6 |
| Drivetrain | FWD | RWD | RWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 250, 10 | ?, 9 | ?, 9 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 225/45-17 | 225/45-18 | 225/45-18 |
| Total Price | $29,770 | $46,120 | $50,870 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -2,080 | -3,430 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $29,770 | $44,040 | $47,440 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $0 | $3,400 |
| Total Invoice | $27,695 | $42,580 | $46,975 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -1,920 | -3,167 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $27,695 | $40,660 | $43,808 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $0 | $3,148 |
Features Comparison: Volkswagen Jetta vs. BMW 3-Series
| Model Year | 2008 | 2012 | 2012 |
| Model | Jetta | 3-Series | 3-Series |
| Trim | GLI | 328i | 335i |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | |||
| 6-speed manual | $150 | $150 | $150 |
| FWD | $0 | ||
| RWD | $0 | $0 | |
| Accessories | |||
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | $15 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | |||
| Knee airbag, driver | $75 | $75 | |
| Knee airbag, passenger | $75 | $75 | |
| Temporary spare tire | $150 | ||
| Tires, run-flat | $150 | $150 | |
| Cargo Management | |||
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | ||
| Rear seat pass-through | $100 | ||
| Climate Control | |||
| Automatic air recirculation | $100 | $100 | |
| Automatic climate control, front | $200 | $200 | |
| Dual-zone climate control | $125 | $125 | |
| Rain-sensing wipers | $175 | $175 | |
| Rear air vents | $100 | ||
| Rear air vents with manual controls | $150 | $150 | |
| Residual heat | $50 | $50 | |
| Variable intermittent wipers | $75 | ||
| Engine / Motor | |||
| Automatic start / stop | $150 | $150 | |
| Regenerative braking | $0 | $0 | |
| Exterior | |||
| Body kit (gray/black) | $0 | ||
| Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) | $25 | ||
| Infotainment | |||
| Aux input | $50 | $50 | |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | $100 | $100 | |
| HD radio | $50 | $50 | |
| iPod integration | $100 | ||
| Media drive | $15 | $15 | |
| MP3-compatible player | $50 | $50 | |
| Satellite radio | $200 | ||
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | $250 | $250 | |
| Traffic information | $25 | $25 | |
| USB port | $25 | $25 | |
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | $0 | |
| Voice control for nav and audio | $100 | $100 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | |||
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | $150 | ||
| Automatic headlights | $125 | $125 | |
| Compass | $0 | ||
| Head-up display (HUD) | $350 | $350 | |
| Interior ambient lighting | $150 | $150 | |
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | $25 | $25 | |
| Steering-linked headlights | $150 | $150 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | |||
| Manual height adjuster, driver seat | $50 | ||
| Manual height adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | ||
| Manual thigh support length adjuster, driver seat | $50 | $50 | |
| Manual thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | |
| Manual tilt adjuster, driver seat | $50 | ||
| Manual tilt adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | ||
| Memory system, driver seat | $200 | ||
| Metal pedals | $75 | ||
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $150 | $150 | |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $150 | $150 | |
| 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 seatback bolsters, driver seat | $100 | $100 | |
| Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | |
| Power tilt adjuster, driver seat | $100 | ||
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | ||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | |||
| Electronic systems calibration selector | $200 | $200 | |
| Total Value of Features | $1,400 | $3,480 | $4,830 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $2,080 | $3,430 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | -1,920 | -3,167 |
Specifications Comparison: Volkswagen Jetta vs. BMW 3-Series
| Model Year | 2008 | 2012 |
| Model | Jetta | 3-Series |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Wheelbase | 101.5 in | 110.6 in |
| Length | 179.3 in | 182.5 in |
| Width | 70.1 in | 71.3 in |
| Height | 57.4 in | 56.3 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,231 lb. | 3,407 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 14.5 gal. | 15.8 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 38.5 in | 40.3 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 54.8 in | 55.1 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 41.2 in | 42.0 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 37.2 in | 37.7 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 53.1 in | 55.1 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 35.4 in | 35.1 in |
| Cargo Volume | 16.0 ft3 | 13.0 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Volkswagen Jetta GLI
| Autobahn Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Front seat active head restraints | 0 | Yes |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Sunroof | 900 | Yes |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Heated windshield washer nozzles | 15 | Yes |
| Unbranded, 250W, 10 speakers | 350 | No |
| Total Requested | 2215 | 86% |
| Total Not Requested | 350 | 14% |
Option Package Details
BMW 3-Series 328i
| Steering-linked headlights | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Steering-linked headlights | 150 | No |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 500 | 77% |
| Total Not Requested | 150 | 23% |
| Folding second row seats | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Folding second row seats | 300 | Yes |
| Second-row 3-section 3-person split bench | 150 | No |
| Total Requested | 300 | 67% |
| Total Not Requested | 150 | 33% |
| Sport Line | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | 250 | Yes |
| Special exterior trim | 0 | No |
| Special interior trim | 0 | No |
| Dark-colored headliner (optional) | 0 | No |
| Door sill trim plates | 100 | Yes |
| 225/45YR18 tires | 400 | No |
| Manual thigh support adjuster, driver seat | 50 | No |
| Power seatback bolsters, driver | 100 | No |
| Manual thigh support adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | No |
| Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Front sport buckets | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 450 | 39% |
| Total Not Requested | 700 | 61% |
| Technology Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Head-up display (HUD) | 350 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | No |
| Traffic information | 25 | No |
| Media drive, large | 15 | No |
| Total Requested | 600 | 55% |
| Total Not Requested | 490 | 45% |
Option Package Details
BMW 3-Series 335i
| Folding second row seats | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Folding second row seats | 300 | Yes |
| Second-row 3-section 3-person split bench | 150 | No |
| Total Requested | 300 | 67% |
| Total Not Requested | 150 | 33% |
| Sport Line | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | 250 | Yes |
| Special exterior trim | 0 | No |
| Special interior trim | 0 | No |
| Dark-colored headliner (optional) | 0 | No |
| Door sill trim plates | 100 | Yes |
| 225/45YR18 tires | 400 | No |
| Manual thigh support adjuster, driver seat | 50 | No |
| Power seatback bolsters, driver | 100 | No |
| Manual thigh support adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | No |
| Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Front sport buckets | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 450 | 39% |
| Total Not Requested | 700 | 61% |
| Technology Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Head-up display (HUD) | 350 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | No |
| Traffic information | 25 | No |
| Media drive, large | 15 | No |
| Total Requested | 600 | 55% |
| Total Not Requested | 490 | 45% |
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