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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: $31,220 Volkswagen Passat 2.5L SEL Premium | |||||
| Difference: $12,600 | |||||
Lowest Total Invoice: $29,973 Volkswagen Passat 2.5L SEL Premium | |||||
| Difference: $10,512 | |||||
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| Model Year | 2013 | 2013 | 2013 | 2012 | 2012 |
| Model | Passat | Passat | Passat | 3-Series | 3-Series |
| Trim | 2.5L SEL Premium | TDI SEL Premium | V6 SEL Premium | 328i | 335i |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Price | $30,425 | $32,915 | $33,525 | $34,900 | $42,400 |
| Base Invoice | $29,178 | $31,564 | $32,151 | $32,290 | $39,190 |
| Premium Package | 3,600 | 1,900 | |||
| Technology Package | 2,550 | 2,550 | |||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 550 | 550 | |||
| Heated front seats | 500 | 500 | |||
| Folding second row seats | 475 | 475 | |||
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | 350 | 350 | |||
| Premium Package | 3,275 | 1,730 | |||
| Technology Package | 2,320 | 2,320 | |||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 500 | 500 | |||
| Heated front seats | 455 | 455 | |||
| Folding second row seats | 430 | 430 | |||
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | 320 | 320 | |||
| Options (change) | 0 | 0 | 0 | 8,025 | 6,325 |
| Options (change) | 0 | 0 | 0 | 7,300 | 5,755 |
| Destination | 795 | 795 | 795 | 895 | 895 |
| Total Price | $31,220 | $33,710 | $34,320 | $43,820 | $49,620 |
| Total Invoice | $29,973 | $32,359 | $32,946 | $40,485 | $45,840 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Volkswagen Passat vs. BMW 3-Series
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Volkswagen Passat 2.5L SEL Premium | |||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $12,435 | |||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $10,360 | |||||
| Model Year | 2013 | 2013 | 2013 | 2012 | 2012 |
| Model | Passat | Passat | Passat | 3-Series | 3-Series |
| Trim | 2.5L SEL Premium | TDI SEL Premium | V6 SEL Premium | 328i | 335i |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | 170hp I5 | 140hp I4 D | 280hp V6 | 240hp I4 | 300hp I6 |
| Transmission | T6 | S6 | S6 | M6 | M6 |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | FWD | RWD | RWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 400, 9 | 400, 9 | 400, 9 | ?, 9 | ?, 9 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 215/55-17 | 235/45-18 | 235/45-18 | 225/50-17 | 225/45-18 |
| Total Price | $31,220 | $33,710 | $34,320 | $43,820 | $49,620 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | 0 | -100 | -165 | -1,115 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $31,220 | $33,710 | $34,220 | $43,655 | $48,505 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $2,490 | $3,000 | $0 | $4,850 |
| Total Invoice | $29,973 | $32,359 | $32,946 | $40,485 | $45,840 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | 0 | -96 | -152 | -1,030 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $29,973 | $32,359 | $32,850 | $40,333 | $44,810 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $2,386 | $2,877 | $0 | $4,477 |
Features Comparison: Volkswagen Passat vs. BMW 3-Series
| Model Year | 2013 | 2013 | 2013 | 2012 | 2012 |
| Model | Passat | Passat | Passat | 3-Series | 3-Series |
| Trim | 2.5L SEL Premium | TDI SEL Premium | V6 SEL Premium | 328i | 335i |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | |||||
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | ||||
| 6-speed automated manual | $1100 | $1100 | |||
| 6-speed manual | $150 | $150 | |||
| FWD | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| RWD | $0 | $0 | |||
| Accessories | |||||
| Hands-free trunk or liftgate | $100 | $100 | |||
| Remote start | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | $15 | |||
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | |||||
| Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats | $0 | $0 | |||
| Knee airbag, driver | $75 | $75 | |||
| Knee airbag, passenger | $75 | $75 | |||
| Rearview camera | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Temporary spare tire | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Tires, run-flat | $150 | $150 | |||
| Cargo Management | |||||
| Air-conditioned storage compartment | $50 | $50 | |||
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Rear seat pass-through | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Climate Control | |||||
| Automatic air recirculation | $100 | $100 | |||
| Rain-sensing wipers | $175 | $175 | |||
| Rear air vents | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Rear air vents with manual controls | $150 | $150 | |||
| Residual heat | $50 | $50 | |||
| Variable intermittent wipers | $75 | $75 | $75 | ||
| Engine / Motor | |||||
| Automatic start / stop | $150 | $150 | |||
| Regenerative braking | $0 | $0 | |||
| Exterior | |||||
| Bodyside moldings | $75 | $75 | $75 | ||
| Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) | $25 | $25 | |||
| Infotainment | |||||
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| DVD-compatible player | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| iPod integration | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Satellite radio | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | $250 | $250 | |||
| SD Card slot | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| USB port | $25 | $25 | |||
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | $0 | |||
| Voice control for nav and audio | $100 | $100 | |||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | |||||
| Analog clock | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | $75 | $75 | |||
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | $75 | $75 | |||
| Compass | $0 | $0 | |||
| Cornering lights | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Head-up display (HUD) | $350 | $350 | |||
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | $25 | $25 | |||
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | $50 | |||
| Steering-linked headlights | $150 | ||||
| Xenon HID headlights | $500 | ||||
| Seats and Interior Trim | |||||
| Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $150 | $150 | |||
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $150 | $150 | |||
| Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Synthetic suede inserts in leather seating surfaces | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| Wood trim | $300 | ||||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | |||||
| Electronic systems calibration selector | $200 | $200 | |||
| Transmission | |||||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | ||||
| Total Value of Features | $2,550 | $2,550 | $2,650 | $2,715 | $3,665 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $0 | $100 | $165 | $1,115 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | 0 | -96 | -152 | -1,030 |
Specifications Comparison: Volkswagen Passat vs. BMW 3-Series
| Model Year | 2013 | 2012 |
| Model | Passat | 3-Series |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Wheelbase | 110.4 in | 110.6 in |
| Length | 191.6 in | 182.5 in |
| Width | 72.2 in | 71.3 in |
| Height | 58.5 in | 56.3 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,167 lb. | 3,407 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 18.5 gal. | 15.8 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 38.3 in | 40.3 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 56.9 in | 55.1 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 42.4 in | 42.0 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 37.8 in | 37.7 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 57.0 in | 55.1 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 39.1 in | 35.1 in |
| Cargo Volume | 15.9 ft3 | 13.0 ft3 |
Option Package Details
BMW 3-Series 328i
| Folding second row seats | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Folding second row seats | 300 | Yes |
| Second-row 3-section 3-person split bench | 150 | No |
| Total Requested | 300 | 67% |
| Total Not Requested | 150 | 33% |
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Sunroof | 900 | Yes |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| Hands-free trunk or liftgate | 100 | No |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | 150 | No |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 150 | No |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | No |
| Compass | 0 | No |
| Power-folding mirrors | 50 | No |
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | 75 | No |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power height adjuster, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power tilt adjuster, driver seat | 50 | 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 | 100 | Yes |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 3200 | 84% |
| Total Not Requested | 600 | 16% |
| Technology Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Head-up display (HUD) | 350 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | No |
| Traffic information | 25 | Yes |
| Media drive, large | 15 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 640 | 59% |
| Total Not Requested | 450 | 41% |
Option Package Details
BMW 3-Series 335i
| Folding second row seats | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Folding second row seats | 300 | Yes |
| Second-row 3-section 3-person split bench | 150 | No |
| Total Requested | 300 | 67% |
| Total Not Requested | 150 | 33% |
| Technology Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Head-up display (HUD) | 350 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | No |
| Traffic information | 25 | Yes |
| Media drive, large | 15 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 640 | 59% |
| Total Not Requested | 450 | 41% |
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| Hands-free trunk or liftgate | 100 | No |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | No |
| Compass | 0 | No |
| Power-folding mirrors | 50 | No |
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | 75 | No |
| Total Requested | 1250 | 81% |
| Total Not Requested | 300 | 19% |
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