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Volkswagen Jetta vs. Volkswagen Passat Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Volkswagen Jetta vs. Volkswagen Passat Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $30,914

Volkswagen Jetta GLI   
Difference: $2,901

Lowest Total Invoice: $28,823

Volkswagen Jetta GLI   
Difference: $3,616

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20082012
ModelJettaPassat
TrimGLIV6 SEL Premium
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $24,300 $32,950
Base Invoice $22,659 $31,600
Autobahn Package 3,020  
6-speed automated manual 1,075  
iPod integration 0  
Navigation system 1,800  
Cargo net 69 95
Autobahn Package 2,797  
6-speed automated manual 1,073  
iPod integration 0  
Navigation system 1,589  
Cargo net 55 69
Options (change) 5,964 95
Options (change) 5,514 69
Destination 650 770
Total Price $30,914 $33,815
Total Invoice $28,823 $32,439

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Volkswagen Jetta vs. Volkswagen Passat

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Volkswagen Jetta GLI
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $1,311
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $2,091
Model Year20082012
ModelJettaPassat
TrimGLIV6 SEL Premium
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine200hp I4280hp V6
TransmissionS6S6
DrivetrainFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)18/23 MPG20/28 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)250, 10400, 9
Tire (rear if not all the same)225/45-17235/45-18
Total Price$30,914$33,815
Adjustments for Features0-1,590
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$30,914$32,225
Total Invoice$28,823$32,439
Adjustments for Features0-1,525
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$28,823$30,914

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Features Comparison: Volkswagen Jetta vs. Volkswagen Passat

Model Year20082012
ModelJettaPassat
TrimGLIV6 SEL Premium
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed automated manual$1100$1100
FWD$0$0
Accessories 
Proximity key $250
Remote start $150
Universal garage door opener $100
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats$0 
Cargo Management 
Air-conditioned storage compartment$50 
Climate Control 
Automatic climate control, front $200
Dual-zone climate control $125
Rear air vents$100 
Exterior 
Body kit (gray/black)$0 
Bodyside moldings $75
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)$25 
Infotainment 
Aux input $50
Bluetooth audio streaming $25
Bluetooth cell phone link $100
DVD-compatible player $0
HD radio $50
Media drive $15
MP3-compatible player $50
SD Card slot $25
Traffic information $25
Voice control for nav and audio $100
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Analog clock $25
Auto-dimming rearview mirror $150
Automatic headlights $125
Compass$0 
Cornering lights $50
Interior ambient lighting $150
Xenon HID headlights$500 
Seats and Interior Trim 
Aluminum trim$100 
Door sill trim plates$100 
Manual height adjuster, driver seat$50 
Manual height adjuster, passenger seat$50 
Memory system, driver seat $200
Metal pedals$75 
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat$150 
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat$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 lumbar adjuster, driver seat $100
Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat $100
Power recliner, driver seat $100
Power recliner, passenger seat $100
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat $100
Synthetic suede inserts in leather seating surfaces $0
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Sport suspension (upgrade)$0 
Total Value of Features$2,450$4,040
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$1,590
Value of Feature Adjustments0-1,525

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Specifications Comparison: Volkswagen Jetta vs. Volkswagen Passat

Model Year20082012
ModelJettaPassat
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase101.5 in110.4 in
Length179.3 in191.6 in
Width70.1 in72.2 in
Height57.4 in58.5 in
Curb Weight3,802 lb.3,446 lb.
Fuel Capacity14.5 gal.18.5 gal.
Row 1 Headroom38.5 in38.3 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room54.8 in56.9 in
Row 1 Legroom41.2 in42.4 in
Row 2 Headroom37.2 in37.8 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room53.1 in57.0 in
Row 2 Legroom35.4 in39.1 in
Cargo Volume16.0 ft315.9 ft3

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See a complete comparison of Volkswagen Jetta vs. Volkswagen Passat specs.

Option Package Details
Volkswagen Jetta GLI

Autobahn Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Front seat active head restraints0No
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Heated front seats200Yes
Sunroof900Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat100No
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat100No
Heated windshield washer nozzles15Yes
Unbranded, 250W, 10 speakers350No
Total Requested201579%
Total Not Requested55021%

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