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Volkswagen Jetta vs. Nissan Sentra Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Volkswagen Jetta vs. Nissan Sentra Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $23,080

Nissan Sentra SE-R Spec V   
Difference: $3,945

Lowest Total Invoice: $21,437

Nissan Sentra SE-R Spec V   
Difference: $3,828

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20082008
ModelJettaSentra
TrimGLISE-R Spec V
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $24,300 $20,570
Base Invoice $22,659 $19,181
Sunroof 1,000 750
6-speed automated manual 1,075  
Floor mats   165
Satellite radio   150
Audio Package   750
Sunroof 883 651
6-speed automated manual 1,073  
Floor mats   129
Satellite radio   130
Audio Package   651
Options (change) 2,075 1,815
Options (change) 1,956 1,561
Destination 650 695
Total Price $27,025 $23,080
Total Invoice $25,265 $21,437

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Volkswagen Jetta vs. Nissan Sentra

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Nissan Sentra SE-R Spec V
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $935
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $1,014
Model Year20082008
ModelJettaSentra
TrimGLISE-R Spec V
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine200hp I4200hp I4
TransmissionS6M6
DrivetrainFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)18/23 MPG21/29 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 10340, 8
Tire (rear if not all the same)225/45-17225/45-17
Total Price$27,025$23,080
Adjustments for Features-3,0100
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$24,015$23,080
Total Invoice$25,265$21,437
Adjustments for Features-2,8140
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$22,451$21,437

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Features Comparison: Volkswagen Jetta vs. Nissan Sentra

Model Year20082008
ModelJettaSentra
TrimGLISE-R Spec V
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed automated manual$1100 
6-speed manual $150
FWD$0$0
Accessories 
Tilt steering wheel, manual $150
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual$250 
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats $0
Brake assist$50 
Stability control$400 
Traction control$100 
Cargo Management 
Air-conditioned storage compartment$50 
Cargo mat $40
Overhead sunglass holder$25 
Rear seat pass-through$100 
Climate Control 
Interior air filter$0 
Rear air vents$100 
Exterior 
Body kit $0
Body kit (gray/black)$0 
Rear spoiler $200
Infotainment 
Audio controls on steering wheel$125 
Bluetooth cell phone link $100
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Compass$0 
Heated mirrors$25 
Turn signals on or near mirrors$25 
Xenon HID headlights$500 
Seats and Interior Trim 
Aluminum trim$100 
Center armrest(s), second row$50 
Door sill trim plates$100 
Folding second row seats$300 
Manual height adjuster, passenger seat$50 
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat$50 
Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat$50 
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Performance steering system (optional) $0
Sport suspension (upgrade)$0 
Ultra-sport suspension (upgrade) $0
Transmission 
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls$100 
Total Value of Features$3,650$640
Value of Feature Adjustments$3,010$0
Value of Feature Adjustments-2,8140

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Specifications Comparison: Volkswagen Jetta vs. Nissan Sentra

Model Year20082008
ModelJettaSentra
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase101.5 in105.7 in
Length179.3 in179.8 in
Width70.1 in70.5 in
Height57.4 in59.5 in
Curb Weight3,802 lb.3,078 lb.
Fuel Capacity14.5 gal.14.5 gal.
Row 1 Headroom38.5 in40.6 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room54.8 in56.9 in
Row 1 Hip Room0.0 in54.1 in
Row 1 Legroom41.2 in42.4 in
Row 2 Headroom37.2 in37.3 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room53.1 in55.1 in
Row 2 Hip Room0.0 in53.0 in
Row 2 Legroom35.4 in34.5 in
Cargo Volume16.0 ft313.1 ft3

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Option Package Details
Nissan Sentra SE-R Spec V

Sunroof
FeatureValueRequested?
Sunroof900Yes
Illuminated visor mirror, driver40Yes
Illuminated visor mirror, passenger40Yes
Total Requested980100%
Total Not Requested00%
Floor mats
FeatureValueRequested?
Floor mats75Yes
Cargo mat40No
Total Requested7565%
Total Not Requested4035%
Audio Package
FeatureValueRequested?
CD changer, in-dash200Yes
MP3-compatible player50Yes
Rockford Fosgate, 340W, 8 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Total Requested25042%
Total Not Requested35058%

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