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Volkswagen Golf / GTI vs. Chevrolet Cruze Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Volkswagen Golf / GTI vs. Chevrolet Cruze Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $26,595

Volkswagen Golf / GTI TDI   
Difference: $660

Lowest Total Invoice: $25,452

Volkswagen Golf / GTI TDI   
Difference: $721

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20112018
ModelGolf / GTICruze
TrimTDILT Diesel
Body4dr Hatch4dr Hatch
Base Price $23,885 $25,435
Base Invoice $22,930 $24,418
Cold Weather Package 250  
Rear side airbags 355  
All-weather floor mats 235 140
6-speed automated manual 1,100  
Fog lights   375
9-speed shiftable automatic   430
Cold Weather Package 215  
Rear side airbags 305  
All-weather floor mats 176 127
6-speed automated manual 1,056  
Fog lights   341
9-speed shiftable automatic   412
Options (change) 1,940 945
Options (change) 1,752 880
Destination 770 875
Total Price $26,595 $27,255
Total Invoice $25,452 $26,173

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Volkswagen Golf / GTI vs. Chevrolet Cruze

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Chevrolet Cruze LT Diesel
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $340
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $239
Model Year20112018
ModelGolf / GTICruze
TrimTDILT Diesel
Body4dr Hatch4dr Hatch
Engine140hp I4 D137hp I4 D
TransmissionS6T9
DrivetrainFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)30/42 MPG31/47 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 8?, 6
Tire (rear if not all the same)225/45-17205/55-16
Total Price$26,595$27,255
Adjustments for Features0-1,000
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$26,595$26,255
Total Invoice$25,452$26,173
Adjustments for Features0-960
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$25,452$25,213

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Features Comparison: Volkswagen Golf / GTI vs. Chevrolet Cruze

Model Year20112018
ModelGolf / GTICruze
TrimTDILT Diesel
Body4dr Hatch4dr Hatch
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed automated manual$1100 
9-speed manually-shiftable automatic $1400
FWD$0$0
Accessories 
Proximity key $250
Remote app $25
Remote start $150
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
Rearview camera $200
Rollover sensor $50
Safety key $5
Temporary spare tire $150
Vehicle health reports $0
Cargo Management 
Air-conditioned storage compartment$50 
Cargo cover$75 
Cargo mat$40 
Rear seat pass-through$100 
Climate Control 
Electric heater (optional) $0
Heated windshield washer nozzles$15 
Rear air vents$100 
Engine / Motor 
Automatic start / stop $150
Exterior 
Active grille shutters $0
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)$25 
Rear spoiler $200
Infotainment 
4G LTE connectivity $0
Android Auto support $100
App support $0
Apple CarPlay support $100
CD changer, in-dash$325 
iPod integration$100 
MP3-compatible player$50 
SD Card slot$25 
SMS text-to-speech reader $25
Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation $225
USB port $25
Voice control for audio system $25
Voice control for external devices $0
Wi-Fi hotspot $50
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Automatic headlights $125
Compass$0 
Turn signals on or near mirrors$25 
Seats and Interior Trim 
Leather-wrapped steering wheel$150 
Manual height adjuster, driver seat$50 
Manual height adjuster, passenger seat$50 
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat$50 
Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat$50 
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat $100
Power height adjuster, driver seat $100
Power recliner, passenger seat$100 
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat $100
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Touring suspension (upgrade)$0 
Total Value of Features$2,705$3,705
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$1,000
Value of Feature Adjustments0-960

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See a complete comparison of Volkswagen Golf / GTI vs. Chevrolet Cruze features.

Specifications Comparison: Volkswagen Golf / GTI vs. Chevrolet Cruze

Model Year20112018
ModelGolf / GTICruze
Body4dr Hatch4dr Hatch
Wheelbase101.5 in106.3 in
Length165.4 in175.3 in
Width70.3 in70.5 in
Height58.3 in57.4 in
Curb Weight3,025 lb.3,135 lb.
Fuel Capacity14.5 gal.13.7 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.3 in38.9 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room54.7 in54.9 in
Row 1 Hip Room0.0 in53.2 in
Row 1 Legroom41.2 in42.0 in
Row 2 Headroom38.5 in37.8 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room52.8 in53.2 in
Row 2 Hip Room0.0 in51.9 in
Row 2 Legroom35.5 in36.1 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum		15.0 ft322.7 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum		46.0 ft347.2 ft3

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See a complete comparison of Volkswagen Golf / GTI vs. Chevrolet Cruze specs.

Option Package Details
Volkswagen Golf / GTI TDI

Cold Weather Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Heated front seats200Yes
Heated windshield washer nozzles15No
Total Requested20093%
Total Not Requested157%

Option Package Details
Chevrolet Cruze LT Diesel

9-speed manually-shiftable automatic
FeatureValueRequested?
9-speed manually-shiftable automatic0Yes
Remote start150No
Automatic start / stop150No
Total Requested00%
Total Not Requested300100%

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