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Volkswagen Passat 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 Passat vs. BMW 3-Series Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $37,930 Volkswagen Passat 3.6 VR6 | |||||
| Difference: $5,120 | |||||
Lowest Total Invoice: $34,803 Volkswagen Passat 3.6 VR6 | |||||
| Difference: $4,967 | |||||
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| Model Year | 2006 | 2010 | 2010 | 2010 | 2010 |
| Model | Passat | 3-Series | 3-Series | 3-Series | 3-Series |
| Trim | 3.6 VR6 | 328i | 335i | 335d | M3 |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Price | $29,950 | $33,150 | $40,600 | $43,950 | $55,400 |
| Base Invoice | $27,513 | $30,680 | $37,530 | $40,615 | $51,150 |
| Luxury #2 Package | 5,250 | ||||
| Sport Package | 300 | 1,350 | |||
| Navigation system | 1,800 | 2,100 | 2,100 | 2,100 | 2,100 |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 750 | 750 | 750 | 380 | |
| Sunshade, rear, power | 575 | 575 | 575 | 575 | |
| Steering-linked headlights | 900 | ||||
| Premium Package | 2,650 | 2,650 | 2,650 | ||
| Cold Weather Package | 1,150 | 1,150 | 1,150 | 1,000 | |
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | 350 | 350 | 350 | 350 | |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 550 | 550 | 550 | 550 | |
| 6-speed manual | 0 | ||||
| Leather seating surfaces | 950 | ||||
| Sunroof | 1,050 | ||||
| Rear spoiler | 0 | ||||
| Luxury #2 Package | 4,797 | ||||
| Sport Package | 274 | 1,230 | |||
| Navigation system | 1,589 | 1,910 | 1,910 | 1,910 | 1,910 |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 685 | 685 | 685 | 345 | |
| Sunshade, rear, power | 525 | 525 | 525 | 525 | |
| Steering-linked headlights | 820 | ||||
| Premium Package | 2,410 | 2,410 | 2,410 | ||
| Cold Weather Package | 1,045 | 1,045 | 1,045 | 910 | |
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | 320 | 320 | 320 | 320 | |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 500 | 500 | 500 | 500 | |
| 6-speed manual | 0 | ||||
| Leather seating surfaces | 865 | ||||
| Sunroof | 955 | ||||
| Rear spoiler | 0 | ||||
| Options (change) | 7,350 | 9,025 | 9,475 | 8,125 | 6,955 |
| Options (change) | 6,660 | 8,215 | 8,625 | 7,395 | 6,330 |
| Destination | 630 | 875 | 875 | 875 | 875 |
| Gas Tax | 0 | 0 | 0 | -900 | 1,300 |
| Total Price | $37,930 | $43,050 | $50,950 | $52,050 | $64,530 |
| Total Invoice | $34,803 | $39,770 | $47,030 | $47,985 | $59,655 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Volkswagen Passat vs. BMW 3-Series
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Volkswagen Passat 3.6 VR6 | |||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $4,940 | |||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $4,797 | |||||
| Model Year | 2006 | 2010 | 2010 | 2010 | 2010 |
| Model | Passat | 3-Series | 3-Series | 3-Series | 3-Series |
| Trim | 3.6 VR6 | 328i | 335i | 335d | M3 |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | 280hp V6 | 230hp I6 | 300hp I6 | 265hp I6 D | 414hp V8 |
| Transmission | T6 | M6 | M6 | T6 | M6 |
| Drivetrain | FWD | RWD | RWD | RWD | RWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 600, 10 | ?, 6 | ?, 6 | ?, 6 | ?, 6 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 235/45-17 | 225/45-17 | 225/45-17 | 225/45-17 | 245/40-18 |
| Total Price | $37,930 | $43,050 | $50,950 | $52,050 | $64,530 |
| Adjustments for Features | -545 | -725 | -925 | -1,575 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $37,385 | $42,325 | $50,025 | $50,475 | $64,530 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $0 | $7,700 | $8,150 | $22,205 |
| Total Invoice | $34,803 | $39,770 | $47,030 | $47,985 | $59,655 |
| Adjustments for Features | -500 | -670 | -854 | -1,452 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $34,303 | $39,100 | $46,176 | $46,533 | $59,655 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $0 | $7,076 | $7,433 | $20,555 |
Features Comparison: Volkswagen Passat vs. BMW 3-Series
| Model Year | 2006 | 2010 | 2010 | 2010 | 2010 |
| Model | Passat | 3-Series | 3-Series | 3-Series | 3-Series |
| Trim | 3.6 VR6 | 328i | 335i | 335d | M3 |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | |||||
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | $1100 | |||
| 6-speed manual | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| FWD | $0 | ||||
| RWD | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Accessories | |||||
| Heated steering wheel | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | $15 | $15 | $15 | |
| Sunshade, rear | $125 | ||||
| Sunshade, rear, power | $225 | $225 | $225 | $225 | |
| Universal garage door opener | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | |||||
| Obstacle detection, front | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Tires, run-flat | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Cargo Management | |||||
| Cargo mat | $40 | $40 | $40 | $40 | |
| Cargo net | $40 | ||||
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | ||||
| Ski sack | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Climate Control | |||||
| Rear air vents | $100 | ||||
| Rear air vents with manual controls | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Drivetrain | |||||
| Limited-slip rear differential | $300 | ||||
| Exterior | |||||
| Bodyside moldings | $75 | ||||
| Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Rear spoiler | $200 | ||||
| Sport rocker panels (optional) | $0 | ||||
| Infotainment | |||||
| Aux input | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| CD changer, remote | $200 | ||||
| iPod integration | $100 | ||||
| Media drive | $15 | $15 | $15 | $15 | |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Traffic information | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Voice control for nav and audio | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | |||||
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | $75 | $75 | $75 | ||
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | $75 | $75 | $75 | ||
| Compass | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Fog lights | $125 | $125 | $125 | $125 | |
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Seats and Interior Trim | |||||
| Aluminum trim | $100 | ||||
| Floor mats | $75 | ||||
| Manual thigh support length adjuster, driver seat | $50 | $50 | |||
| Manual thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | |||
| Power seatback bolsters, driver seat | $100 | $100 | |||
| Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | |||
| Wood trim | $300 | $300 | $300 | ||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | |||||
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | ||||
| Ultra-sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | ||||
| Total Value of Features | $2,215 | $2,395 | $2,595 | $3,245 | $1,670 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $545 | $725 | $925 | $1,575 | $0 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -500 | -670 | -854 | -1,452 | 0 |
Specifications Comparison: Volkswagen Passat vs. BMW 3-Series
| Model Year | 2006 | 2010 |
| Model | Passat | 3-Series |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Wheelbase | 106.7 in | 108.7 in |
| Length | 188.2 in | 178.2 in |
| Width | 71.7 in | 71.5 in |
| Height | 58.0 in | 55.9 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,306 lb. | 3,341 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 18.5 gal. | 15.9 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 38.4 in | 38.5 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 55.7 in | 55.4 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 41.4 in | 41.5 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 37.8 in | 37.5 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 54.6 in | 55.1 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 37.7 in | 34.6 in |
| Cargo Volume | 14.2 ft3 | 12.0 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Volkswagen Passat 3.6 VR6
| Luxury #2 Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Steering-linked headlights | 150 | Yes |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, front | 150 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Headlight washers | 50 | Yes |
| Dynaudio, 600W, 10 speakers | 350 | No |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Rain-sensing wipers | 100 | Yes |
| Automatic headlights | 125 | Yes |
| Fog lights | 125 | Yes |
| Sunshades, second row | 125 | Yes |
| Sunshade, rear | 125 | Yes |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | Yes |
| Wood trim | 300 | No |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | Yes |
| Automatic climate control, front | 200 | Yes |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Dual-zone climate control | 125 | Yes |
| Power height adjuster, driver seat | 50 | Yes |
| Cargo net | 40 | No |
| Power tilt adjuster, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Perimeter approach lighting | 25 | No |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Heated windshield washer nozzles | 15 | Yes |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Audio controls on steering wheel | 125 | Yes |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Leather-wrapped steering wheel | 150 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 4565 | 86% |
| Total Not Requested | 715 | 14% |
| Sport Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | 250 | Yes |
| Front sport buckets | 100 | Yes |
| Aluminum trim | 100 | No |
| Total Requested | 350 | 78% |
| Total Not Requested | 100 | 22% |
Option Package Details
BMW 3-Series 328i
| Obstacle detection, rear | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, front | 150 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 400 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Sunshade, rear, power | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Sunshade, rear, power | 225 | No |
| Sunshades, second row | 125 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 125 | 36% |
| Total Not Requested | 225 | 64% |
| Steering-linked headlights | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Steering-linked headlights | 150 | Yes |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 650 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | No |
| Traffic information | 25 | No |
| Media drive, large | 15 | No |
| Total Requested | 600 | 81% |
| Total Not Requested | 140 | 19% |
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Sunroof | 900 | Yes |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | 150 | Yes |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 150 | Yes |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | 200 | No |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | 100 | No |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | No |
| Compass | 0 | Yes |
| Power-folding mirrors | 50 | No |
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | 75 | No |
| Power height adjuster, driver seat | 50 | Yes |
| Power tilt adjuster, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power recliner, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | Yes |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | Yes |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 2350 | 82% |
| Total Not Requested | 500 | 18% |
| Cold Weather Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Second-row 2-section 3-person split bench | 100 | No |
| Folding second row seats | 300 | Yes |
| Heated steering wheel | 100 | No |
| Rear seat pass-through | 100 | Yes |
| Headlight washers | 50 | Yes |
| Ski sack | 50 | No |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 650 | 72% |
| Total Not Requested | 250 | 28% |
Option Package Details
BMW 3-Series 335i
| Obstacle detection, rear | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, front | 150 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 400 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Sunshade, rear, power | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Sunshade, rear, power | 225 | No |
| Sunshades, second row | 125 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 125 | 36% |
| Total Not Requested | 225 | 64% |
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | No |
| Traffic information | 25 | No |
| Media drive, large | 15 | No |
| Total Requested | 600 | 81% |
| Total Not Requested | 140 | 19% |
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | 150 | Yes |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 150 | Yes |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | 200 | No |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | 100 | No |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | No |
| Compass | 0 | Yes |
| Power-folding mirrors | 50 | No |
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | 75 | No |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1450 | 74% |
| Total Not Requested | 500 | 26% |
| Sport Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| 225/45HR17 tires | 400 | No |
| Power seatback bolsters, driver | 100 | No |
| Manual thigh support adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | No |
| Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Manual thigh support adjuster, driver seat | 50 | No |
| Front sport buckets | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 100 | 13% |
| Total Not Requested | 700 | 87% |
| Cold Weather Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Second-row 2-section 3-person split bench | 100 | No |
| Folding second row seats | 300 | Yes |
| Heated steering wheel | 100 | No |
| Rear seat pass-through | 100 | Yes |
| Headlight washers | 50 | Yes |
| Ski sack | 50 | No |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 650 | 72% |
| Total Not Requested | 250 | 28% |
Option Package Details
BMW 3-Series 335d
| Obstacle detection, rear | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, front | 150 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 400 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Sunshade, rear, power | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Sunshade, rear, power | 225 | No |
| Sunshades, second row | 125 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 125 | 36% |
| Total Not Requested | 225 | 64% |
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | No |
| Traffic information | 25 | No |
| Media drive, large | 15 | No |
| Total Requested | 600 | 81% |
| Total Not Requested | 140 | 19% |
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | 150 | Yes |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 150 | Yes |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | 200 | No |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | 100 | No |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | No |
| Compass | 0 | Yes |
| Power-folding mirrors | 50 | No |
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | 75 | No |
| Total Requested | 1450 | 74% |
| Total Not Requested | 500 | 26% |
| Cold Weather Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Second-row 2-section 3-person split bench | 100 | No |
| Folding second row seats | 300 | Yes |
| Heated steering wheel | 100 | No |
| Rear seat pass-through | 100 | Yes |
| Headlight washers | 50 | Yes |
| Ski sack | 50 | No |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 650 | 72% |
| Total Not Requested | 250 | 28% |
Option Package Details
BMW 3-Series M3
| Sunshade, rear, power | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Sunshade, rear, power | 225 | No |
| Sunshades, second row | 125 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 125 | 36% |
| Total Not Requested | 225 | 64% |
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | No |
| Traffic information | 25 | No |
| Media drive, large | 15 | No |
| Total Requested | 600 | 81% |
| Total Not Requested | 140 | 19% |
| Cold Weather Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Second-row 2-section 3-person split bench | 100 | No |
| Folding second row seats | 300 | Yes |
| Rear seat pass-through | 100 | Yes |
| Headlight washers | 50 | Yes |
| Ski sack | 50 | No |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 650 | 81% |
| Total Not Requested | 150 | 19% |
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