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Volkswagen Golf / GTI vs. Ford Mustang Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Volkswagen Golf / GTI vs. Ford Mustang Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $21,869

Volkswagen Golf / GTI GTI   
Difference: $11,346

Lowest Total Invoice: $19,926

Volkswagen Golf / GTI GTI   
Difference: $11,520

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year2006201820182018
ModelGolf / GTIMustangMustangMustang
TrimGTIEcoBoost PremiumGT PremiumShelby GT350
Body2dr Hatch2dr Coupe2dr Coupe2dr Coupe
Base Price $20,340 $30,600 $39,095 $55,845
Base Invoice $18,526 $28,917 $36,945 $52,773
Leather Package 800      
All-weather floor mats 99 120 120 120
Front sport buckets   1,595 1,595  
Rear spoiler   0 0  
Leather Package 706      
All-weather floor mats 64 114 114 114
Front sport buckets   1,515 1,515  
Rear spoiler   0 0  
Options (change) 899 1,715 1,715 120
Options (change) 770 1,629 1,629 114
Destination 630 900 900 900
Gas Tax 0 0 0 1,300
Total Price $21,869 $33,215 $41,710 $58,165
Total Invoice $19,926 $31,446 $39,474 $55,087

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Volkswagen Golf / GTI vs. Ford Mustang

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Volkswagen Golf / GTI GTI
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $7,031
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $7,435
Model Year2006201820182018
ModelGolf / GTIMustangMustangMustang
TrimGTIEcoBoost PremiumGT PremiumShelby GT350
Body2dr Hatch2dr Coupe2dr Coupe2dr Coupe
Engine180hp I4310hp I4460hp V8526hp V8
TransmissionM5M6M6M6
DrivetrainFWDRWDRWDRWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 8?, 9?, 9160, 6
Tire (rear if not all the same)225/45-17235/50-18235/50-18295/35-19
Total Price$21,869$33,215$41,710$58,165
Adjustments for Features0-4,315-4,315-3,515
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$21,869$28,900$37,395$54,650
Cost Above Minimum$0$0$8,495$25,750
Total Invoice$19,926$31,446$39,474$55,087
Adjustments for Features0-4,085-4,084-3,329
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$19,926$27,361$35,390$51,758
Cost Above Minimum$0$0$8,029$24,397

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Features Comparison: Volkswagen Golf / GTI vs. Ford Mustang

Model Year2006201820182018
ModelGolf / GTIMustangMustangMustang
TrimGTIEcoBoost PremiumGT PremiumShelby GT350
Body2dr Hatch2dr Coupe2dr Coupe2dr Coupe
Transmission and Drivetrain 
5-speed manual$0   
6-speed manual $150$150$150
FWD$0   
RWD $0$0$0
Accessories 
Active noise reduction $0  
Proximity key $250$250$250
Universal garage door opener $100$100 
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
911 assist $25$25$25
Active glove box $100$100$100
High performance brake pads (optional)   $0
Knee airbag, driver $75$75$75
Line lock $50$50$50
Obstacle detection, rear $250$250 
Rearview camera $200$200$200
Safety key $5$5$5
Tire-pressure monitor $75$75$75
Vehicle health reports $0$0$0
Cargo Management 
Cargo cover$75   
Climate Control 
Automatic climate control, front $200$200 
Dual-zone climate control $125$125 
Heated windshield washer nozzles$15   
Rear wiper$175   
Drivetrain 
Differential cooler   $0
Limited-slip rear differential $300$300 
Torque-sensing limited-slip rear differential   $300
Engine / Motor 
Dual-mode exhaust, switchable   $500
Exterior 
Active grille shutters $0$0 
Body kit (gray/black) $0$0$0
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) $25$25$25
Larger rear spoiler   $200
Rear spoiler $200$200 
Infotainment 
Android Auto support $100$100 
App support $0$0$0
Apple CarPlay support $100$100 
Audio controls on steering wheel $125$125$125
Bluetooth audio streaming $25$25$25
Bluetooth cell phone link $100$100$100
MP3-compatible player $50$50$50
Satellite radio $200$200 
SMS text-to-speech reader $25$25$25
Voice control for audio system $25$25$25
Voice control for external devices $0$0$0
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Auto-dimming rearview mirror $150$150$150
Automatic headlights $125$125$125
Compass $0$0$0
Fog lights $125$125 
Heated mirrors$25$25$25 
LED headlights, single projector or low beam only $750$750 
Outside temperature display $50$50$50
Performance meter $150$150$150
Spotter mirror(s) $50$50$50
Trip computer $150$150$150
Turn signals on or near mirrors$25$25$25 
Xenon HID headlights   $500
Seats and Interior Trim 
Aluminum trim $100$100$100
Heated front seats$200   
Illuminated door sill trim plates $200$200 
Leather seating surfaces$900$900$900 
Leather-wrapped steering wheel$150$150$150 
Manual height adjuster, passenger seat$50   
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat$50   
Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat$50   
Synthetic suede door panel trim   $250
Synthetic suede inserts in seating surfaces   $450
Synthetic suede steering wheel   $150
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Adaptive dampers - electrical   $500
Additional powertrain and chassis calibration options $0$0$0
Alloy wheels$350  $350
Electronic systems calibration selector $200$200$200
Machined alloy wheels $350$350 
Performance steering system (optional)   $0
Sport suspension (upgrade)$0  $0
Wheels, dark finish   $0
Transmission 
Launch control   $100
Total Value of Features$2,065$6,380$6,380$5,580
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$4,315$4,315$3,515
Value of Feature Adjustments0-4,085-4,084-3,329

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Specifications Comparison: Volkswagen Golf / GTI vs. Ford Mustang

Model Year20062018
ModelGolf / GTIMustang
Body2dr Hatch2dr Coupe
Wheelbase98.9 in107.1 in
Length164.9 in188.5 in
Width68.3 in75.4 in
Height56.7 in54.3 in
Curb Weight2,935 lb.3,543 lb.
Fuel Capacity14.5 gal.15.5 gal.
Row 1 Headroom38.6 in37.6 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room53.7 in56.3 in
Row 1 Hip Room0.0 in54.9 in
Row 1 Legroom41.5 in42.7 in
Row 2 Headroom37.4 in34.8 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room52.7 in52.2 in
Row 2 Hip Room0.0 in47.4 in
Row 2 Legroom33.5 in29.0 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum
18.0 ft313.5 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum
41.8 ft313.5 ft3

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Option Package Details
Volkswagen Golf / GTI GTI

Leather Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat50No
Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat50No
Heated front seats200No
Heated windshield washer nozzles15No
Total Requested90074%
Total Not Requested31526%

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