Volkswagen Golf / GTI Volkswagen Golf / GTI 2006 Toyota RAV4 Toyota RAV4 2010

We are 103,000+ car owners sharing real-world car information.

Join Us

Volkswagen Golf / GTI vs. Toyota RAV4 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.

Volkswagen Golf / GTI vs. Toyota RAV4 Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $19,868

Volkswagen Golf / GTI GLS   
Difference: $6,797

Lowest Total Invoice: $18,393

Volkswagen Golf / GTI GLS   
Difference: $6,559

Calculate Payments

  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year200620102010
ModelGolf / GTIRAV4RAV4
TrimGLSSportLimited
Body4dr Hatch4dr SUV4dr SUV
Base Price $18,390 $23,375 $24,665
Base Invoice $17,138 $21,854 $23,061
Stability control 280    
Cargo net 69    
CD changer, remote 499    
Sport Extra Value Package   470  
Cargo cover   90  
3.5L V6   1,930 1,920
Sunroof     900
Stability control 247    
Cargo net 55    
CD changer, remote 323    
Sport Extra Value Package   423  
Cargo cover   72  
3.5L V6   1,803 1,797
Sunroof     720
Options (change) 848 2,490 2,820
Options (change) 625 2,298 2,517
Destination 630 800 800
Total Price $19,868 $26,665 $28,285
Total Invoice $18,393 $24,952 $26,378

Return to top

While we strive for accuracy, the site is not error-free, and prices can change at any time.

Dealer Price Quotes

Want to find out how much dealers are willing to discount these cars?

Request free, no-obligation Volkswagen Golf / GTI dealer quotes or Toyota RAV4 dealer quotes from dealers using our car quote form.

The process is easy and takes just a minute or two. You'll receive price quotes from local approved dealers within 48 hours.

TrueDelta Value Comparison: Volkswagen Golf / GTI vs. Toyota RAV4

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Volkswagen Golf / GTI GLS
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $4,147
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $4,079
Model Year200620102010
ModelGolf / GTIRAV4RAV4
TrimGLSSportLimited
Body4dr Hatch4dr SUV4dr SUV
Engine115hp I4269hp V6269hp V6
TransmissionM5A5A5
DrivetrainFWDFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)25/31 MPG19/27 MPG19/27 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)200, 8?, 6?, 6
Tire (rear if not all the same)195/65-15235/55-18225/65-17
Total Price$19,868$26,665$28,285
Adjustments for Features0-2,650-3,750
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$19,868$24,015$24,535
Cost Above Minimum$0$0$520
Total Invoice$18,393$24,952$26,378
Adjustments for Features0-2,480-3,497
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$18,393$22,472$22,881
Cost Above Minimum$0$0$409

Return to top

Features Comparison: Volkswagen Golf / GTI vs. Toyota RAV4

Model Year200620102010
ModelGolf / GTIRAV4RAV4
TrimGLSSportLimited
Body4dr Hatch4dr SUV4dr SUV
Transmission and Drivetrain 
5-speed manual$0  
5-speed automatic $900$900
FWD$0$0$0
Accessories 
Proximity key  $250
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Hill descent control $250$250
Rollover sensor $50$50
Tire-pressure monitor $75$75
Traction control $100$100
Cargo Management 
Overhead sunglass holder $25$25
Roof rack $300$300
Climate Control 
Automatic climate control, front  $200
Dual-zone climate control  $125
Exterior 
Bodyside moldings$75  
Deep-tinted rear windows $275$275
External spare tire shell  $100
Externally-mounted spare $0$0
Rear spoiler $200$200
Wheel-lip moldings $75$75
Infotainment 
Audio controls on steering wheel  $125
Aux input $50$50
Cassette player$50  
CD changer, in-dash $325$325
CD changer, remote$200  
CD player$125  
MP3-compatible player $50$50
Satellite radio $200$200
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Automatic headlights  $125
Automatic-off headlights $25 
Fog lights $125$125
Heated mirrors$25 $25
Outside temperature display $50$50
Turn signals on or near mirrors$25 $25
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row $50$50
Floor mats$75  
Leather-wrapped steering wheel  $150
Manual fore-aft adjuster, second row seats $75$75
Manual height adjuster, passenger seat$50  
Manual recliner, second row seats $75$75
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Sport suspension (upgrade) $0 
Total Value of Features$625$3,275$4,375
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$2,650$3,750
Value of Feature Adjustments0-2,480-3,497

Return to top

Specifications Comparison: Volkswagen Golf / GTI vs. Toyota RAV4

Model Year20062010
ModelGolf / GTIRAV4
Body4dr Hatch4dr SUV
Wheelbase98.9 in104.7 in
Length164.9 in181.1 in
Width68.3 in71.5 in
Height56.7 in66.3 in
Curb Weight3,078 lb.3,560 lb.
Fuel Capacity14.5 gal.15.9 gal.
Row 1 Headroom38.6 in40.8 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room53.7 in57.1 in
Row 1 Hip Room0.0 in53.8 in
Row 1 Legroom41.5 in41.8 in
Row 2 Headroom37.4 in39.7 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room52.4 in55.3 in
Row 2 Hip Room0.0 in52.4 in
Row 2 Legroom33.5 in38.3 in
Row 3 Headroom0.0 in37.2 in
Row 3 Shoulder Room0.0 in52.6 in
Row 3 Hip Room0.0 in43.3 in
Row 3 Legroom0.0 in30.0 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum
18.0 ft312.3 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Behind R2
18.037.2 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum
41.8 ft373.0 ft3

Return to top

Option Package Details
Toyota RAV4 Sport

Cargo cover
FeatureValueRequested?
Cargo cover75Yes
Cargo net40Yes
Total Requested115100%
Total Not Requested00%
Sport Extra Value Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Sunroof900Yes
CD changer, in-dash200Yes
Roof rack300No
Satellite radio200No
Daytime running lights (optional)0No
Total Requested110069%
Total Not Requested50031%
3.5L V6
DOHC-4v
269 hp@6200
246 lb-ft@4700
FeatureValueRequested?
3.5L V6
DOHC-4v
269 hp@6200
246 lb-ft@4700
1000Yes
5-speed automatic0Yes
Hill start assist75No
Hill descent control250No
Total Requested100075%
Total Not Requested32525%

Option Package Details
Toyota RAV4 Limited

3.5L V6
DOHC-4v
269 hp@6200
246 lb-ft@4700
FeatureValueRequested?
3.5L V6
DOHC-4v
269 hp@6200
246 lb-ft@4700
1000Yes
5-speed automatic0Yes
Hill start assist75No
Hill descent control250No
Total Requested100075%
Total Not Requested32525%

Was this information useful?

We're glad we could help! Share this page:

We're so sorry! Tell us how we can improve it.

See TrueDelta's information for all Hatchbacks, Wagons, and Convertibles.
See TrueDelta's information for all Volkswagen models.