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Volkswagen Jetta vs. BMW 3-Series 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.
Models in short supply often sell at or even above these prices.
Volkswagen Jetta vs. BMW 3-Series Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $24,215 Volkswagen Jetta SEL | ||||||
| Difference: $17,055 | ||||||
Lowest Total Invoice: $23,277 Volkswagen Jetta SEL | ||||||
| Difference: $14,888 | ||||||
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| Model Year | 2012 | 2012 | 2012 | 2012 | 2012 | 2012 |
| Model | Jetta | Jetta | Jetta | Jetta | 3-Series | 3-Series |
| Trim | TDI | SEL | SEL Premium | GLI | 328i | 335i |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Price | $22,775 | $23,445 | $24,805 | $23,745 | $34,900 | $42,400 |
| Base Invoice | $21,864 | $22,507 | $23,813 | $22,795 | $32,290 | $39,190 |
| Navigation Package | 1,130 | |||||
| Premium Package | 1,440 | |||||
| Autobahn Package | 2,050 | |||||
| Navigation system | 900 | |||||
| Technology Package | 2,550 | 2,550 | ||||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 550 | 550 | ||||
| Heated front seats | 500 | 500 | ||||
| Folding second row seats | 475 | 475 | ||||
| Sunroof | 1,050 | |||||
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | 350 | 350 | ||||
| Navigation Package | 1,084 | |||||
| Premium Package | 1,382 | |||||
| Autobahn Package | 1,968 | |||||
| Navigation system | 864 | |||||
| Technology Package | 2,320 | 2,320 | ||||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 500 | 500 | ||||
| Heated front seats | 455 | 455 | ||||
| Folding second row seats | 430 | 430 | ||||
| Sunroof | 955 | |||||
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | 320 | 320 | ||||
| Options (change) | 2,570 | 0 | 0 | 2,950 | 5,475 | 4,425 |
| Options (change) | 2,466 | 0 | 0 | 2,832 | 4,980 | 4,025 |
| Destination | 770 | 770 | 770 | 770 | 895 | 895 |
| Total Price | $26,115 | $24,215 | $25,575 | $27,465 | $41,270 | $47,720 |
| Total Invoice | $25,100 | $23,277 | $24,583 | $26,397 | $38,165 | $44,110 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Volkswagen Jetta vs. BMW 3-Series
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Volkswagen Jetta SEL | ||||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $15,575 | ||||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $13,523 | ||||||
| Model Year | 2012 | 2012 | 2012 | 2012 | 2012 | 2012 |
| Model | Jetta | Jetta | Jetta | Jetta | 3-Series | 3-Series |
| Trim | TDI | SEL | SEL Premium | GLI | 328i | 335i |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | 140hp I4 D | 170hp I5 | 170hp I5 | 200hp I4 | 240hp I4 | 300hp I6 |
| Transmission | M6 | M5 | T6 | M6 | M6 | M6 |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | FWD | FWD | RWD | RWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 400, 9 | 400, 9 | 400, 9 | 400, 9 | ?, 9 | ?, 9 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 205/55-16 | 225/45-17 | 225/45-17 | 225/40-18 | 225/50-17 | 225/45-18 |
| Total Price | $26,115 | $24,215 | $25,575 | $27,465 | $41,270 | $47,720 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -100 | -1,200 | -475 | -1,580 | -3,880 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $26,115 | $24,115 | $24,375 | $26,990 | $39,690 | $43,840 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $2,000 | $0 | $260 | $2,875 | $0 | $4,150 |
| Total Invoice | $25,100 | $23,277 | $24,583 | $26,397 | $38,165 | $44,110 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -96 | -1,153 | -457 | -1,461 | -3,586 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $25,100 | $23,181 | $23,430 | $25,940 | $36,704 | $40,524 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $1,919 | $0 | $249 | $2,759 | $0 | $3,820 |
Features Comparison: Volkswagen Jetta vs. BMW 3-Series
| Model Year | 2012 | 2012 | 2012 | 2012 | 2012 | 2012 |
| Model | Jetta | Jetta | Jetta | Jetta | 3-Series | 3-Series |
| Trim | TDI | SEL | SEL Premium | GLI | 328i | 335i |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||||||
| 6-speed manual | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| 5-speed manual | $0 | |||||
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | |||||
| FWD | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| RWD | $0 | $0 | ||||
| Accessories | ||||||
| Proximity key | $250 | $250 | $250 | $250 | ||
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | $15 | ||||
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||||||
| Full-size spare tire | $225 | $225 | $225 | $225 | ||
| Knee airbag, driver | $75 | $75 | ||||
| Knee airbag, passenger | $75 | $75 | ||||
| Tires, run-flat | $150 | $150 | ||||
| Cargo Management | ||||||
| Air-conditioned storage compartment | $50 | $50 | $50 | |||
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Rear seat pass-through | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Climate Control | ||||||
| Automatic air recirculation | $100 | $100 | ||||
| Automatic climate control, front | $200 | $200 | $200 | |||
| Dual-zone climate control | $125 | $125 | $125 | |||
| Rain-sensing wipers | $175 | $175 | ||||
| Rear air vents with manual controls | $150 | $150 | ||||
| Residual heat | $50 | $50 | ||||
| Variable intermittent wipers | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | ||
| Engine / Motor | ||||||
| Automatic start / stop | $150 | $150 | ||||
| Regenerative braking | $0 | $0 | ||||
| Exterior | ||||||
| Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) | $25 | $25 | $25 | |||
| Infotainment | ||||||
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| CD changer, in-dash | $325 | $325 | ||||
| CD player | $125 | $125 | $125 | $125 | ||
| HD radio | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| iPod integration | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Media drive | $15 | $15 | ||||
| Satellite radio | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | $250 | $250 | ||||
| SD Card slot | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Traffic information | $25 | $25 | ||||
| USB port | $25 | $25 | ||||
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | $0 | ||||
| Voice control for nav and audio | $100 | $100 | ||||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||||||
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | $150 | |||||
| Automatic headlights | $125 | $125 | ||||
| Compass | $0 | |||||
| Head-up display (HUD) | $350 | $350 | ||||
| Interior ambient lighting | $150 | $150 | ||||
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | $25 | $25 | ||||
| Steering-linked headlights | $150 | |||||
| Xenon HID headlights | $500 | |||||
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||||||
| Manual height adjuster, driver seat | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Manual height adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Manual tilt adjuster, driver seat | $50 | |||||
| Manual tilt 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 recliner, driver seat | $100 | |||||
| Power recliner, passenger seat | $100 | |||||
| Power tilt adjuster, driver seat | $100 | |||||
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | |||||
| Soft-touch instrument panel (optional) | $0 | $0 | ||||
| Wood trim | $300 | |||||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||||||
| Electronic systems calibration selector | $200 | $200 | ||||
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | |||||
| Total Value of Features | $1,450 | $1,550 | $2,650 | $1,925 | $3,030 | $5,330 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $100 | $1,200 | $475 | $1,580 | $3,880 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | -96 | -1,153 | -457 | -1,461 | -3,586 |
Specifications Comparison: Volkswagen Jetta vs. BMW 3-Series
| Model Year | 2012 | 2012 |
| Model | Jetta | 3-Series |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Wheelbase | 104.4 in | 110.6 in |
| Length | 182.2 in | 182.5 in |
| Width | 70.0 in | 71.3 in |
| Height | 57.2 in | 56.3 in |
| Curb Weight | 2,805 lb. | 3,407 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 14.5 gal. | 15.8 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 38.2 in | 40.3 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 55.2 in | 55.1 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 41.2 in | 42.0 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 37.1 in | 37.7 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 53.6 in | 55.1 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 38.1 in | 35.1 in |
| Cargo Volume | 15.5 ft3 | 13.0 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Volkswagen Jetta TDI
| Navigation Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat | 50 | Yes |
| Fog lights | 125 | Yes |
| Additional chrome trim | 0 | No |
| Proximity key | 250 | No |
| Total Requested | 775 | 76% |
| Total Not Requested | 250 | 24% |
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Sunroof | 900 | Yes |
| CD changer, in-dash | 200 | No |
| HD radio | 50 | No |
| SD Card slot | 25 | No |
| Fender, 400W, 9 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Total Requested | 900 | 59% |
| Total Not Requested | 625 | 41% |
Option Package Details
Volkswagen Jetta GLI
| Autobahn Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Automatic climate control, front | 200 | Yes |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Sunroof | 900 | Yes |
| Dual-zone climate control | 125 | Yes |
| Synthetic leather seating surfaces | 0 | Yes |
| Heated windshield washer nozzles | 15 | Yes |
| Air-conditioned storage compartment | 50 | Yes |
| 225/40HR18 tires | 400 | No |
| Fender, 400W, 9 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Total Requested | 1490 | 67% |
| Total Not Requested | 750 | 33% |
Option Package Details
BMW 3-Series 328i
| Folding second row seats | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Folding second row seats | 300 | Yes |
| Second-row 3-section 3-person split bench | 150 | No |
| Total Requested | 300 | 67% |
| Total Not Requested | 150 | 33% |
| Technology Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Head-up display (HUD) | 350 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | No |
| Traffic information | 25 | No |
| Media drive, large | 15 | No |
| Total Requested | 600 | 55% |
| Total Not Requested | 490 | 45% |
Option Package Details
BMW 3-Series 335i
| Folding second row seats | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Folding second row seats | 300 | Yes |
| Second-row 3-section 3-person split bench | 150 | No |
| Total Requested | 300 | 67% |
| Total Not Requested | 150 | 33% |
| Technology Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Head-up display (HUD) | 350 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | No |
| Traffic information | 25 | No |
| Media drive, large | 15 | No |
| Total Requested | 600 | 55% |
| Total Not Requested | 490 | 45% |
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