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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: $39,740 Volkswagen Passat VR6 | |||
| Difference: $2,725 | |||
Lowest Total Invoice: $36,936 Volkswagen Passat VR6 | |||
| Difference: $1,949 | |||
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| Model Year | 2008 | 2006 | 2006 |
| Model | Passat | 3-Series | 3-Series |
| Trim | VR6 | 325i | 330i |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Price | $36,050 | $30,900 | $36,600 |
| Base Invoice | $33,597 | $28,300 | $33,485 |
| Heated front seats | 225 | 500 | 500 |
| Navigation system | 1,800 | 2,000 | 2,000 |
| Adaptive cruise control | 975 | 2,200 | 2,200 |
| Premium Package | 2,900 | 2,200 | |
| Folding second row seats | 475 | 475 | |
| Steering-linked headlights | 800 | ||
| Sunshade, rear, power | 575 | 575 | |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 475 | 475 | |
| Aluminum trim | 0 | 0 | |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 350 | 350 | |
| Satellite radio | 595 | 595 | |
| Heated front seats | 199 | 455 | 455 |
| Navigation system | 1,589 | 1,820 | 1,820 |
| Adaptive cruise control | 861 | 2,000 | 2,000 |
| Premium Package | 2,640 | 2,000 | |
| Folding second row seats | 430 | 430 | |
| Steering-linked headlights | 730 | ||
| Sunshade, rear, power | 525 | 525 | |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 430 | 430 | |
| Aluminum trim | 0 | 0 | |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 320 | 320 | |
| Satellite radio | 540 | 540 | |
| Options (change) | 3,000 | 10,870 | 9,370 |
| Options (change) | 2,649 | 9,890 | 8,520 |
| Destination | 690 | 695 | 695 |
| Total Price | $39,740 | $42,465 | $46,665 |
| Total Invoice | $36,936 | $38,885 | $42,700 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Volkswagen Passat vs. BMW 3-Series
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Volkswagen Passat VR6 | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $3,085 | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $2,284 | |||
| Model Year | 2008 | 2006 | 2006 |
| Model | Passat | 3-Series | 3-Series |
| Trim | VR6 | 325i | 330i |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | 280hp V6 | 215hp I6 | 255hp I6 |
| Transmission | T6 | M6 | M6 |
| Drivetrain | FWD | RWD | RWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | 17/26 MPG | 16/24 MPG | 16/24 MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 600, 10 | ?, 10 | ?, 13 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 235/40-18 | 205/55-16 | 225/45-17 |
| Total Price | $39,740 | $42,465 | $46,665 |
| Adjustments for Features | -360 | 0 | -250 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $39,380 | $42,465 | $46,415 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $0 | $3,950 |
| Total Invoice | $36,936 | $38,885 | $42,700 |
| Adjustments for Features | -335 | 0 | -229 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $36,601 | $38,885 | $42,471 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $0 | $3,586 |
Features Comparison: Volkswagen Passat vs. BMW 3-Series
| Model Year | 2008 | 2006 | 2006 |
| Model | Passat | 3-Series | 3-Series |
| Trim | VR6 | 325i | 330i |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | |||
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | ||
| 6-speed manual | $150 | $150 | |
| FWD | $0 | ||
| RWD | $0 | $0 | |
| Accessories | |||
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | $15 | |
| Sunshade, rear | $125 | ||
| Sunshade, rear, power | $225 | $225 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | |||
| Tires, run-flat | $150 | $150 | |
| Cargo Management | |||
| Air-conditioned storage compartment | $50 | $50 | |
| Cargo mat | $40 | $40 | |
| Cargo net | $40 | ||
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | ||
| Ski sack | $50 | $50 | |
| Climate Control | |||
| Rear air vents | $100 | ||
| Rear air vents with manual controls | $150 | $150 | |
| Residual heat | $50 | $50 | |
| Exterior | |||
| Bodyside moldings | $75 | ||
| Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) | $25 | $25 | |
| Infotainment | |||
| Aux input | $50 | ||
| Bluetooth cell phone link | $100 | $100 | |
| CD changer, remote | $200 | ||
| Surround sound | $250 | ||
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | $200 | $200 | |
| Voice control for nav and audio | $100 | $100 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | |||
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | $75 | $75 | |
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | $75 | $75 | |
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | $25 | $25 | |
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | $50 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | |||
| Floor mats | $75 | ||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | |||
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | ||
| Transmission | |||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | ||
| Total Value of Features | $1,890 | $1,530 | $1,780 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $360 | $0 | $250 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -335 | 0 | -229 |
Specifications Comparison: Volkswagen Passat vs. BMW 3-Series
| Model Year | 2008 | 2006 |
| 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 | 3,576 lb. | 3,503 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
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% |
| 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% |
| 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 |
| Total Requested | 600 | 86% |
| Total Not Requested | 100 | 14% |
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | No |
| Compass | 0 | Yes |
| Power-folding mirrors | 50 | No |
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | 75 | No |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | 150 | Yes |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 150 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | 200 | No |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | 100 | No |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| 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 |
| Total Requested | 2350 | 82% |
| Total Not Requested | 500 | 18% |
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% |
| 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 |
| Total Requested | 600 | 86% |
| Total Not Requested | 100 | 14% |
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | No |
| Compass | 0 | Yes |
| Power-folding mirrors | 50 | No |
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | 75 | No |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | 150 | Yes |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 150 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | 200 | No |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | 100 | No |
| Total Requested | 1450 | 74% |
| Total Not Requested | 500 | 26% |
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