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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: $25,575 Volkswagen Jetta SEL Premium | ||||
| Difference: $10,565 | ||||
Lowest Total Invoice: $24,583 Volkswagen Jetta SEL Premium | ||||
| Difference: $8,542 | ||||
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| Model Year | 2012 | 2012 | 2006 | 2006 |
| Model | Jetta | Jetta | 3-Series | 3-Series |
| Trim | SEL Premium | GLI | 325i | 330i |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Price | $24,805 | $23,745 | $30,900 | $36,600 |
| Base Invoice | $23,813 | $22,795 | $28,300 | $33,485 |
| Autobahn Package | 2,050 | |||
| Navigation system | 900 | 2,000 | 2,000 | |
| Folding second row seats | 475 | 475 | ||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 475 | 475 | ||
| Heated front seats | 500 | 500 | ||
| Proximity key | 500 | 500 | ||
| Satellite radio | 595 | 595 | ||
| Sport Package (AWD) | 900 | |||
| Autobahn Package | 1,968 | |||
| Navigation system | 864 | 1,820 | 1,820 | |
| Folding second row seats | 430 | 430 | ||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 430 | 430 | ||
| Heated front seats | 455 | 455 | ||
| Proximity key | 455 | 455 | ||
| Satellite radio | 540 | 540 | ||
| Sport Package (AWD) | 820 | |||
| Options (change) | 0 | 2,950 | 4,545 | 5,445 |
| Options (change) | 0 | 2,832 | 4,130 | 4,950 |
| Destination | 770 | 770 | 695 | 695 |
| Total Price | $25,575 | $27,465 | $36,140 | $42,740 |
| Total Invoice | $24,583 | $26,397 | $33,125 | $39,130 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Volkswagen Jetta vs. BMW 3-Series
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Volkswagen Jetta SEL Premium | ||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $10,685 | ||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $8,688 | ||||
| Model Year | 2012 | 2012 | 2006 | 2006 |
| Model | Jetta | Jetta | 3-Series | 3-Series |
| Trim | SEL Premium | GLI | 325i | 330i |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | 170hp I5 | 200hp I4 | 215hp I6 | 255hp I6 |
| Transmission | T6 | M6 | M6 | M6 |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | RWD | RWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 400, 9 | 400, 9 | ?, 10 | ?, 13 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 225/45-17 | 225/40-18 | 205/55-16 | 225/45-17 |
| Total Price | $25,575 | $27,465 | $36,140 | $42,740 |
| Adjustments for Features | -800 | 0 | -680 | -2,780 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $24,775 | $27,465 | $35,460 | $39,960 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $2,690 | $0 | $4,500 |
| Total Invoice | $24,583 | $26,397 | $33,125 | $39,130 |
| Adjustments for Features | -769 | 0 | -623 | -2,545 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $23,814 | $26,397 | $32,502 | $36,585 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $2,583 | $0 | $4,083 |
Features Comparison: Volkswagen Jetta vs. BMW 3-Series
| Model Year | 2012 | 2012 | 2006 | 2006 |
| Model | Jetta | Jetta | 3-Series | 3-Series |
| Trim | SEL Premium | GLI | 325i | 330i |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||||
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | |||
| 6-speed manual | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| FWD | $0 | $0 | ||
| RWD | $0 | $0 | ||
| Accessories | ||||
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | $15 | ||
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||||
| Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats | $0 | $0 | ||
| Tires, run-flat | $150 | $150 | ||
| Cargo Management | ||||
| Air-conditioned storage compartment | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Cargo mat | $40 | $40 | ||
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | $25 | ||
| Ski sack | $50 | $50 | ||
| Climate Control | ||||
| 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 | ||
| Exterior | ||||
| Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Infotainment | ||||
| Aux input | $50 | $50 | ||
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | $25 | ||
| Bluetooth cell phone link | $100 | $100 | ||
| CD changer, in-dash | $325 | |||
| CD player | $125 | $125 | $125 | |
| HD radio | $50 | |||
| iPod integration | $100 | $100 | ||
| Surround sound | $250 | |||
| Voice control for nav and audio | $100 | $100 | ||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||||
| Automatic headlights | $125 | $125 | ||
| Compass | $0 | |||
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | $25 | $25 | ||
| Steering-linked headlights | $150 | |||
| Xenon HID headlights | $500 | |||
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||||
| Floor mats | $75 | $75 | ||
| Manual height adjuster, driver seat | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Manual height adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $50 | $50 | ||
| Manual thigh support length adjuster, driver seat | $50 | |||
| Manual thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | |||
| Memory system, driver seat | $200 | |||
| 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 seatback bolsters, driver seat | $100 | |||
| Power seatback bolsters, 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 | $300 | ||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||||
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | |||
| Total Value of Features | $2,075 | $1,275 | $1,955 | $4,055 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $800 | $0 | $680 | $2,780 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -769 | 0 | -623 | -2,545 |
Specifications Comparison: Volkswagen Jetta vs. BMW 3-Series
| Model Year | 2012 | 2006 |
| Model | Jetta | 3-Series |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Wheelbase | 104.4 in | 108.7 in |
| Length | 182.2 in | 178.2 in |
| Width | 70.0 in | 71.5 in |
| Height | 57.2 in | 55.9 in |
| Curb Weight | 2,805 lb. | 3,286 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 14.5 gal. | 15.9 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 38.2 in | 38.5 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 55.2 in | 55.4 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 41.2 in | 41.5 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 37.1 in | 37.5 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 53.6 in | 55.1 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 38.1 in | 34.6 in |
| Cargo Volume | 15.5 ft3 | 12.0 ft3 |
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 325i
| Folding second row seats | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Folding second row seats | 300 | Yes |
| Second-row 2-section 3-person split bench | 100 | No |
| Rear seat pass-through | 100 | Yes |
| Ski sack | 50 | No |
| Total Requested | 400 | 73% |
| Total Not Requested | 150 | 27% |
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | No |
| Total Requested | 600 | 86% |
| Total Not Requested | 100 | 14% |
Option Package Details
BMW 3-Series 330i
| Folding second row seats | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Folding second row seats | 300 | Yes |
| Second-row 2-section 3-person split bench | 100 | No |
| Rear seat pass-through | 100 | Yes |
| Ski sack | 50 | No |
| Total Requested | 400 | 73% |
| Total Not Requested | 150 | 27% |
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | No |
| Total Requested | 600 | 86% |
| Total Not Requested | 100 | 14% |
| Sport Package (AWD) | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Power seatback bolsters, driver | 100 | No |
| Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| 225/45HR17 tires | 400 | No |
| Manual thigh support adjuster, driver seat | 50 | No |
| Manual thigh support adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | No |
| Alloy wheels, optional design | 0 | No |
| Front sport buckets | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 100 | 13% |
| Total Not Requested | 700 | 87% |
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