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Volkswagen Passat vs. BMW 1-Series Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Volkswagen Passat vs. BMW 1-Series Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $34,695

Volkswagen Passat V6 SEL Premium   
Difference: $10,155

Lowest Total Invoice: $33,246

Volkswagen Passat V6 SEL Premium   
Difference: $8,209

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20132011
ModelPassat1-Series
TrimV6 SEL Premium135i
Body4dr Sedan2dr Coupe
Base Price $33,525 $36,350
Base Invoice $32,151 $33,640
Rear spoiler 375  
Premium Package   1,950
7-speed automated manual   1,575
Navigation system   2,100
Cold Weather Package   600
Satellite radio - one year subscription   350
Proximity key   500
Metallic paint (extra cost)   550
Rear spoiler 300  
Premium Package   1,775
7-speed automated manual   1,435
Navigation system   1,910
Cold Weather Package   545
Satellite radio - one year subscription   320
Proximity key   455
Metallic paint (extra cost)   500
Options (change) 375 7,625
Options (change) 300 6,940
Destination 795 875
Total Price $34,695 $44,850
Total Invoice $33,246 $41,455

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Volkswagen Passat vs. BMW 1-Series

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Volkswagen Passat V6 SEL Premium
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $8,490
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $6,670
Model Year20132011
ModelPassat1-Series
TrimV6 SEL Premium135i
Body4dr Sedan2dr Coupe
Engine280hp V6300hp I6
TransmissionS6S7
DrivetrainFWDRWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)20/28 MPG18/25 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)400, 9180, 8
Tire (rear if not all the same)235/45-18215/40-18
Total Price$34,695$44,850
Adjustments for Features0-1,665
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$34,695$43,185
Total Invoice$33,246$41,455
Adjustments for Features0-1,539
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$33,246$39,916

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Features Comparison: Volkswagen Passat vs. BMW 1-Series

Model Year20132011
ModelPassat1-Series
TrimV6 SEL Premium135i
Body4dr Sedan2dr Coupe
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed automated manual$1100 
7-speed automated manual $1200
FWD$0 
RWD $0
Accessories 
Power rear side windows$200 
Remote app $25
Remote start$150 
Remote window/roof operation $15
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats $0
Rearview camera$200 
Temporary spare tire$150 
Tires, run-flat $150
Cargo Management 
Overhead sunglass holder$25 
Second-row low console $100
Ski sack $50
Climate Control 
Automatic air recirculation $100
Rain-sensing wipers $175
Rear air vents$100 
Variable intermittent wipers$75 
Exterior 
Bodyside moldings$75 
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) $25
Sport rocker panels (optional) $0
Infotainment 
DVD-compatible player$0 
Satellite radio$200 
Satellite radio - one year subscription $250
SD Card slot$25 
SMS text-to-speech reader $25
Telematics service, such as OnStar $200
Voice control for external devices $0
Voice control for nav and audio $100
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Analog clock$25 
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror $75
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror $75
Compass $0
Headlight washers $50
Mirror tilt-down in reverse $25
Power-folding mirrors $50
Steering-linked headlights $150
Xenon HID headlights $500
Seats and Interior Trim 
Door sill trim plates $100
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat$50 
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat $150
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat $150
Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat$100 
Synthetic suede inserts in leather seating surfaces$0 
Wood trim $300
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Sport suspension (upgrade) $0
Transmission 
Launch control $100
Total Value of Features$2,475$4,140
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$1,665
Value of Feature Adjustments0-1,539

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Specifications Comparison: Volkswagen Passat vs. BMW 1-Series

Model Year20132011
ModelPassat1-Series
Body4dr Sedan2dr Coupe
Wheelbase110.4 in104.7 in
Length191.6 in171.7 in
Width72.2 in68.8 in
Height58.5 in56.0 in
Curb Weight3,446 lb.3,439 lb.
Fuel Capacity18.5 gal.14.0 gal.
Row 1 Headroom38.3 in37.9 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room56.9 in54.0 in
Row 1 Legroom42.4 in41.4 in
Row 2 Headroom37.8 in37.1 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room57.0 in53.4 in
Row 2 Legroom39.1 in32.0 in
Cargo Volume15.9 ft310.0 ft3

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Option Package Details
BMW 1-Series 135i

7-speed automated manual
FeatureValueRequested?
7-speed automated manual0Yes
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls100Yes
Launch control100No
Total Requested10050%
Total Not Requested10050%
Navigation system
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100No
Traffic information25Yes
Media drive, large15Yes
Total Requested64086%
Total Not Requested10014%
Premium Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Illuminated visor mirror, passenger40Yes
Bluetooth audio streaming25Yes
Remote app25No
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat150No
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat150No
Universal garage door opener100Yes
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Telematics service, such as OnStar200No
Bluetooth cell phone link100Yes
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror75No
Compass0No
Power-folding mirrors50No
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror75No
Interior ambient lighting150Yes
Illuminated visor mirror, driver40Yes
SMS text-to-speech reader25No
Power height adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat50Yes
Power recliner, driver seat100Yes
Power recliner, passenger seat100Yes
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Memory system, driver seat200Yes
Power height adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat50Yes
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Total Requested150567%
Total Not Requested75033%
Cold Weather Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Heated front seats200Yes
Center armrest(s), second row50Yes
Rear seat pass-through100Yes
Ski sack50No
Total Requested35088%
Total Not Requested5012%

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