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Volkswagen Jetta vs. Nissan Sentra Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Volkswagen Jetta vs. Nissan Sentra Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $25,035

Nissan Sentra SE-R Spec V   
Difference: $6,165

Lowest Total Invoice: $23,130

Nissan Sentra SE-R Spec V   
Difference: $6,855

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20152012
ModelJettaSentra
Trim2.0T GLI SELSE-R Spec V
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $29,280 $20,990
Base Invoice $28,109 $19,571
6-speed automated manual 1,100  
Upgrade Package   2,600
Mud guards   160
Floor mats   120
Auto-dimming rearview mirror   135
Interior ambient lighting   250
6-speed automated manual 1,056  
Upgrade Package   2,255
Mud guards   118
Floor mats   94
Auto-dimming rearview mirror   116
Interior ambient lighting   196
Options (change) 1,100 3,265
Options (change) 1,056 2,779
Destination 820 780
Total Price $31,200 $25,035
Total Invoice $29,985 $23,130

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Volkswagen Jetta vs. Nissan Sentra

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Nissan Sentra SE-R Spec V
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $1,650
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $2,516
Model Year20152012
ModelJettaSentra
Trim2.0T GLI SELSE-R Spec V
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine210hp I4200hp I4
TransmissionS6M6
DrivetrainFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)24/32 MPG21/28 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)400, 9340, 8
Tire (rear if not all the same)225/40-18225/45-17
Total Price$31,200$25,035
Adjustments for Features-4,5150
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$26,685$25,035
Total Invoice$29,985$23,130
Adjustments for Features-4,3390
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$25,646$23,130

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Features Comparison: Volkswagen Jetta vs. Nissan Sentra

Model Year20152012
ModelJettaSentra
Trim2.0T GLI SELSE-R Spec V
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed automated manual$1100 
6-speed manual $150
FWD$0$0
Accessories 
Proximity key$250 
Remote app$25 
Tilt steering wheel, manual $150
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual$250 
Universal garage door opener$100 
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Blind spot warning system$200 
Brake assist$50 
Cross-traffic warning, rear$100 
Vehicle health reports$0 
Cargo Management 
Air-conditioned storage compartment$50 
Overhead sunglass holder$25 
Rear seat pass-through$100 
Climate Control 
Automatic climate control, front$200 
Dual-zone climate control$125 
Heated windshield washer nozzles$15 
Interior air filter$0 
Rain-sensing wipers$175 
Rear air vents$100 
Variable intermittent wipers $75
Drivetrain 
Limited-slip front differential $500
Exterior 
Painted brake calipers (optional)$0 
Infotainment 
Audio controls on steering wheel$125 
Bluetooth audio streaming$25 
Bluetooth cell phone link$100 
iPod integration$100 
SD Card slot$25 
Telematics service, such as OnStar$200 
USB port $25
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Automatic headlights$125 
Heated mirrors$25 
Steering-linked fog lights$50 
Steering-linked headlights$150 
Turn signals on or near mirrors$25 
Xenon HID headlights$500 
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row$50 
Folding second row seats$300 
Heated front seats$200 
Manual height adjuster, driver seat $50
Manual height adjuster, passenger seat$50 
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat$50 
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat$100 
Power height adjuster, driver seat$100 
Power recliner, driver seat$100 
Soft-touch instrument panel (optional)$0 
Synthetic leather seating surfaces$0 
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Performance steering system (optional) $0
Sport suspension (upgrade)$0 
Ultra-sport suspension (upgrade) $0
Transmission 
Launch control$100 
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls$100 
Total Value of Features$5,465$950
Value of Feature Adjustments$4,515$0
Value of Feature Adjustments-4,3390

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See a complete comparison of Volkswagen Jetta vs. Nissan Sentra features.

Specifications Comparison: Volkswagen Jetta vs. Nissan Sentra

Model Year20152012
ModelJettaSentra
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase104.4 in105.7 in
Length183.3 in179.8 in
Width70.0 in70.5 in
Height57.2 in59.5 in
Curb Weight3,158 lb.3,078 lb.
Fuel Capacity14.5 gal.14.5 gal.
Row 1 Headroom38.2 in40.6 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room55.2 in56.9 in
Row 1 Hip Room0.0 in54.1 in
Row 1 Legroom41.2 in42.4 in
Row 2 Headroom37.1 in37.3 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room53.6 in55.1 in
Row 2 Hip Room0.0 in53.0 in
Row 2 Legroom38.1 in34.5 in
Cargo Volume15.7 ft313.1 ft3

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See a complete comparison of Volkswagen Jetta vs. Nissan Sentra specs.

Option Package Details
Nissan Sentra SE-R Spec V

Upgrade Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Limited-slip front differential500No
Navigation system600Yes
Sunroof900Yes
Illuminated visor mirror, driver40Yes
Illuminated visor mirror, passenger40Yes
Satellite radio200Yes
Rearview camera200Yes
Rockford Fosgate, 340W, 8 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Total Requested198070%
Total Not Requested85030%

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