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Volkswagen Jetta vs. Chevrolet Sonic Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Volkswagen Jetta vs. Chevrolet Sonic Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $22,490

Chevrolet Sonic Premier   
Difference: $5,110

Lowest Total Invoice: $21,531

Chevrolet Sonic Premier   
Difference: $4,896

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year201320132017
ModelJettaJettaSonic
TrimHybrid SEL PremiumGLIPremier
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $31,180 $23,945 $19,720
Base Invoice $29,933 $22,987 $18,931
All-weather floor mats 235 235 140
Autobahn Package   2,250  
Rear spoiler   375  
RS Package     800
Metal pedals     105
Sunroof     850
All-weather floor mats 185 185 127
Autobahn Package   2,160  
Rear spoiler   300  
RS Package     728
Metal pedals     96
Sunroof     774
Options (change) 235 2,860 1,895
Options (change) 185 2,645 1,725
Destination 795 795 875
Total Price $32,210 $27,600 $22,490
Total Invoice $30,913 $26,427 $21,531

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Volkswagen Jetta vs. Chevrolet Sonic

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Chevrolet Sonic Premier
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $5,665
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $5,427
Model Year201320132017
ModelJettaJettaSonic
TrimHybrid SEL PremiumGLIPremier
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine170hp I4 H200hp I4138hp I4
TransmissionS7M6M6
DrivetrainFWDFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)400, 9400, 9?, 6
Tire (rear if not all the same)225/45-17225/40-18205/50-17
Total Price$32,210$27,600$22,490
Adjustments for Features-2,3500-555
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$29,860$27,600$21,935
Cost Above Minimum$2,260$0$0
Total Invoice$30,913$26,427$21,531
Adjustments for Features-2,2550-531
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$28,658$26,427$21,000
Cost Above Minimum$2,231$0$0

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Features Comparison: Volkswagen Jetta vs. Chevrolet Sonic

Model Year201320132017
ModelJettaJettaSonic
TrimHybrid SEL PremiumGLIPremier
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
7-speed automated manual$1200  
6-speed manual $150$150
FWD$0$0$0
Accessories 
Heated steering wheel  $100
Proximity key$250 $250
Remote app  $25
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
4-wheel disc brakes$150$150 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats$0$0 
Knee airbag, driver  $75
Knee airbag, passenger  $75
Rear side airbags  $300
Rearview camera$200 $200
Rollover sensor  $50
Temporary spare tire $150$150
Vehicle health reports  $0
Cargo Management 
Air-conditioned storage compartment $50 
Overhead sunglass holder$25$25 
Rear seat pass-through$100$100 
Climate Control 
Automatic climate control, front$200$200 
Dual-zone climate control$125$125 
Heated windshield washer nozzles$15$15 
Engine / Motor 
Automatic start / stop$150  
Exterior 
Body kit$0 $0
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) $25 
Infotainment 
4G LTE connectivity  $0
Android Auto support  $100
App support  $0
Apple CarPlay support  $100
CD changer, in-dash $325 
CD player$125  
HD radio $50 
iPod integration$100$100 
MP3-compatible player$50$50 
Navigation system$600  
SD Card slot$25$25 
SMS text-to-speech reader  $25
Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation  $225
USB port  $25
Voice control for audio system  $25
Voice control for external devices  $0
Wi-Fi hotspot  $50
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Automatic headlights  $125
Cornering lights$50  
Illuminated visor mirror, driver$50$50 
Illuminated visor mirror, passenger$50$50 
Large energy flow and fuel economy display$25  
Steering-linked headlights$150  
Tachometer $75$75
Turn signals on or near mirrors$25$25 
Visor mirror, driver  $10
Visor mirror, passenger  $10
Xenon HID headlights$500  
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row$50$50 
Floor mats, second row (optional)  $0
Manual height adjuster, passenger seat$50$50 
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat$50$50 
Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat$50$50 
Metal pedals $75$75
Power recliner, passenger seat$100$100 
Soft-touch instrument panel (optional)$0$0 
Synthetic suede inserts in seating surfaces  $450
Upgraded floor mats  $0
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Sport suspension (upgrade) $0$0
Wheels, dark finish  $0
Total Value of Features$4,465$2,115$2,670
Value of Feature Adjustments$2,350$0$555
Value of Feature Adjustments-2,2550-531

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Specifications Comparison: Volkswagen Jetta vs. Chevrolet Sonic

Model Year20132017
ModelJettaSonic
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase104.4 in99.4 in
Length182.2 in173.9 in
Width70.0 in68.3 in
Height57.2 in59.7 in
Curb Weight2,805 lb.2,774 lb.
Fuel Capacity14.5 gal.12.2 gal.
Row 1 Headroom38.2 in38.7 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room55.2 in53.4 in
Row 1 Hip Room0.0 in51.4 in
Row 1 Legroom41.2 in41.8 in
Row 2 Headroom37.1 in37.8 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room53.6 in53.0 in
Row 2 Hip Room0.0 in51.6 in
Row 2 Legroom38.1 in34.6 in
Cargo Volume15.5 ft314.9 ft3

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Option Package Details
Volkswagen Jetta GLI

Autobahn Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Automatic climate control, front200No
Heated front seats200Yes
Sunroof900Yes
Dual-zone climate control125No
Synthetic leather seating surfaces0Yes
Heated windshield washer nozzles15No
Air-conditioned storage compartment50No
225/40HR18 tires400No
Fender, 400W, 9 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Total Requested110049%
Total Not Requested114051%

Option Package Details
Chevrolet Sonic Premier

RS Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Sport suspension (upgrade)250Yes
Fog lights125Yes
Body kit0Yes
Rear spoiler200Yes
Special interior trim0No
Synthetic suede inserts in seating surfaces450No
Upgraded floor mats0No
Wheels, dark finish0No
Total Requested57556%
Total Not Requested45044%

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