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Volkswagen Passat vs. BMW 3-Series Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Volkswagen Passat vs. BMW 3-Series Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $31,815

Volkswagen Passat 1.8T SEL Premium   
Difference: $19,430

Lowest Total Invoice: $30,544

Volkswagen Passat 1.8T SEL Premium   
Difference: $17,736

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year201720172017201720172017
ModelPassatPassat3-Series3-Series3-Series3-Series
Trim1.8T SEL PremiumV6 SEL Premium328d330i330e iPerformance340i
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $30,995 $33,995 $40,250 $38,750 $44,100 $47,900
Base Invoice $29,724 $32,601 $38,115 $36,720 $41,695 $45,225
Luxury Package     0 0 0 0
Leather seating surfaces     1,450 1,450 1,450 1,450
Premium Package     2,450 2,450 2,450  
Navigation system     1,950 1,950 1,950 1,950
Cold Weather Package     800 800 800 800
Driver Assistance Package     950 950 950 950
Driver Assistance Plus     1,700 1,700 1,700 1,700
Metallic paint (extra cost)     700 700 700 700
Apple CarPlay support     300 300 300 300
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed     1,200 1,200 1,200 1,200
Luxury Package     0 0 0 0
Leather seating surfaces     1,335 1,335 1,335 1,335
Premium Package     2,255 2,255 2,255  
Navigation system     1,775 1,775 1,775 1,775
Cold Weather Package     735 735 735 735
Driver Assistance Package     875 875 875 875
Driver Assistance Plus     1,565 1,565 1,565 1,565
Metallic paint (extra cost)     645 645 645 645
Apple CarPlay support     275 275 275 275
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed     1,105 1,105 1,105 1,105
Options (change) 0 0 11,500 11,500 11,500 9,050
Options (change) 0 0 10,565 10,565 10,565 8,310
Destination 820 820 995 995 995 995
Gas Tax 0 0 0 0 -4,001 0
Total Price $31,815 $34,815 $52,745 $51,245 $52,594 $57,945
Total Invoice $30,544 $33,421 $49,675 $48,280 $49,254 $54,530

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Volkswagen Passat vs. BMW 3-Series

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Volkswagen Passat 1.8T SEL Premium
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $17,325
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $15,753
Model Year201720172017201720172017
ModelPassatPassat3-Series3-Series3-Series3-Series
Trim1.8T SEL PremiumV6 SEL Premium328d330i330e iPerformance340i
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine170hp I4280hp V6180hp I4 D248hp I4180hp I4 PiH320hp I6
TransmissionT6S6T8T8T8M6
DrivetrainFWDFWDRWDRWDRWDRWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)400, 9400, 9205, 9205, 9205, 9205, 9
Tire (rear if not all the same)235/45-18235/45-18225/50-17225/50-17225/50-17225/45-18
Total Price$31,815$34,815$52,745$51,245$52,594$57,945
Adjustments for Features0-100-2,205-2,105-2,230-955
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$31,815$34,715$50,540$49,140$50,364$56,990
Cost Above Minimum$0$2,900$1,400$0$1,224$7,850
Total Invoice$30,544$33,421$49,675$48,280$49,254$54,530
Adjustments for Features0-96-2,077-1,983-2,088-899
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$30,544$33,325$47,598$46,297$47,166$53,631
Cost Above Minimum$0$2,781$1,301$0$869$7,334

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Features Comparison: Volkswagen Passat vs. BMW 3-Series

Model Year201720172017201720172017
ModelPassatPassat3-Series3-Series3-Series3-Series
Trim1.8T SEL PremiumV6 SEL Premium328d330i330e iPerformance340i
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1100     
6-speed automated manual $1100    
8-speed manually-shiftable automatic  $1300$1300$1300 
6-speed manual     $150
FWD$0$0    
RWD  $0$0$0$0
Accessories 
Adaptive cruise control$600$600    
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed  $850$850$850$850
Heated steering wheel  $100$100$100$100
Remote start$150$150    
Remote window/roof operation  $15$15$15$15
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats  $0$0$0$0
Around view cameras  $500$500$500$500
Cross-traffic collision intervention, rear$100$100    
Cross-traffic warning, rear$100$100    
Driver drowsiness monitor  $150$150$150$150
Knee airbag, driver  $75$75$75$75
Knee airbag, passenger  $75$75$75$75
Lane departure prevention, steering-based$200$200    
Pedestrian detection  $50$50$50$50
Rearview camera$200$200    
Secondary collision brake assist$25$25    
Temporary spare tire$150$150    
Tires, run-flat  $150$150$150$150
Vehicle health reports$0$0    
Wide-view front camera  $150$150$150$150
Cargo Management 
Air-conditioned storage compartment  $50$50$50$50
Overhead sunglass holder$25$25    
Rear seat pass-through$100$100    
Climate Control 
Automatic air recirculation  $100$100$100$100
Rear air vents$100$100    
Rear air vents with manual controls  $150$150$150$150
Residual heat  $50$50$50$50
Engine / Motor 
3.5 kW onboard charger    $0 
8 kWh battery pack    $0 
Automatic start / stop  $150$150$150$150
Regenerative braking  $0$0 $0
Exterior 
Bodyside moldings$75$75    
Infotainment 
4G LTE connectivity  $0$0$0$0
Android Auto support$100$100    
DVD-compatible player  $0$0$0$0
Handwriting recognition  $200$200$200$200
In-vehicle Internet  $150$150$150$150
Media drive  $15$15$15$15
Mirrorlink support$0$0    
Navigation map updates, three years  $0$0$0$0
S Voice support  $0$0$0$0
Satellite radio$200$200    
Satellite radio - one year subscription  $250$250$250$250
SD Card slot$25$25    
SMS text-to-speech reader$25$25    
Voice control for external devices  $0$0$0$0
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Analog clock$25$25    
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror  $75$75$75$75
Compass  $0$0$0$0
Large energy flow and fuel economy display    $25 
Mirror tilt-down in reverse  $25$25$25$25
Steering-linked fog lights$50$50    
Seats and Interior Trim 
Manual thigh support length adjuster, driver seat  $50$50$50$50
Manual thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat  $50$50$50$50
Metal pedals$75$75    
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat  $150$150$150$150
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat  $150$150$150$150
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat$100$100    
Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat$100$100    
Power seatback bolsters, driver seat  $100$100$100$100
Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat  $100$100$100$100
Wood trim  $300$300$300$300
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Electronic systems calibration selector  $200$200$200$200
Transmission 
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls $100$100 $100 
Total Value of Features$3,625$3,725$5,830$5,730$5,855$4,580
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$100$2,205$2,105$2,230$955
Value of Feature Adjustments0-96-2,077-1,983-2,088-899

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Specifications Comparison: Volkswagen Passat vs. BMW 3-Series

Model Year20172017
ModelPassat3-Series
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase110.4 in110.6 in
Length191.6 in182.5 in
Width72.2 in71.3 in
Height58.5 in56.3 in
Curb Weight3,231 lb.3,502 lb.
Fuel Capacity18.5 gal.15.8 gal.
Row 1 Headroom38.3 in40.3 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room56.9 in55.1 in
Row 1 Legroom42.4 in42.0 in
Row 2 Headroom37.8 in37.7 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room57.0 in55.1 in
Row 2 Legroom39.1 in35.1 in
Cargo Volume15.9 ft313.0 ft3

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Option Package Details
BMW 3-Series 328d

Adaptive cruise control, all-speed
FeatureValueRequested?
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed700No
Forward collision warning200Yes
Total Requested20022%
Total Not Requested70078%
Luxury Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Additional chrome trim0No
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)25Yes
Chrome interior accents (optional)0No
Total Requested25100%
Total Not Requested00%
Premium Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Sunroof900Yes
LED headlights1000Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat150No
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat150No
Proximity key250Yes
Satellite radio - one year subscription250No
Hands-free trunk or liftgate100Yes
Total Requested225080%
Total Not Requested55020%
Navigation system
FeatureValueRequested?
DVD-compatible player0No
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Media drive15No
In-vehicle Internet150No
Handwriting recognition200No
Siri Eyes Free support0Yes
S Voice support0No
4G LTE connectivity0No
Navigation map updates, three years0No
Navigation system600Yes
Traffic + travel information25Yes
App support0Yes
Remote app25Yes
Total Requested75067%
Total Not Requested36533%
Cold Weather Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Heated front seats200Yes
Heated second row seats200Yes
Heated steering wheel100No
Total Requested40080%
Total Not Requested10020%
Driver Assistance Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Obstacle detection, front150Yes
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Rearview camera200Yes
Total Requested600100%
Total Not Requested00%
Driver Assistance Plus
FeatureValueRequested?
Lane departure warning system200Yes
Blind spot warning system200Yes
Around view cameras300No
Automatic braking, low-speed200Yes
Driver drowsiness monitor150No
Forward collision warning200Yes
Wide-view front camera150No
Speed limit information0No
Pedestrian detection50No
Total Requested80055%
Total Not Requested65045%

Option Package Details
BMW 3-Series 330i

Adaptive cruise control, all-speed
FeatureValueRequested?
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed700No
Forward collision warning200Yes
Total Requested20022%
Total Not Requested70078%
Luxury Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Additional chrome trim0No
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)25Yes
Chrome interior accents (optional)0No
Total Requested25100%
Total Not Requested00%
Premium Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Sunroof900Yes
LED headlights1000Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat150No
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat150No
Proximity key250Yes
Satellite radio - one year subscription250No
Hands-free trunk or liftgate100Yes
Total Requested225080%
Total Not Requested55020%
Navigation system
FeatureValueRequested?
DVD-compatible player0No
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Media drive15No
In-vehicle Internet150No
Handwriting recognition200No
Siri Eyes Free support0Yes
S Voice support0No
4G LTE connectivity0No
Navigation map updates, three years0No
Navigation system600Yes
Traffic + travel information25Yes
App support0Yes
Remote app25Yes
Total Requested75067%
Total Not Requested36533%
Cold Weather Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Heated front seats200Yes
Heated second row seats200Yes
Heated steering wheel100No
Total Requested40080%
Total Not Requested10020%
Driver Assistance Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Obstacle detection, front150Yes
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Rearview camera200Yes
Total Requested600100%
Total Not Requested00%
Driver Assistance Plus
FeatureValueRequested?
Lane departure warning system200Yes
Blind spot warning system200Yes
Around view cameras300No
Automatic braking, low-speed200Yes
Driver drowsiness monitor150No
Forward collision warning200Yes
Wide-view front camera150No
Speed limit information0No
Pedestrian detection50No
Total Requested80055%
Total Not Requested65045%

Option Package Details
BMW 3-Series 330e iPerformance

Adaptive cruise control, all-speed
FeatureValueRequested?
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed700No
Forward collision warning200Yes
Total Requested20022%
Total Not Requested70078%
Luxury Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Additional chrome trim0No
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)25Yes
Chrome interior accents (optional)0No
Total Requested25100%
Total Not Requested00%
Premium Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Sunroof900Yes
LED headlights1000Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat150No
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat150No
Proximity key250Yes
Satellite radio - one year subscription250No
Hands-free trunk or liftgate100Yes
Total Requested225080%
Total Not Requested55020%
Navigation system
FeatureValueRequested?
DVD-compatible player0No
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Media drive15No
In-vehicle Internet150No
Handwriting recognition200No
Siri Eyes Free support0Yes
S Voice support0No
4G LTE connectivity0No
Navigation map updates, three years0No
Navigation system600Yes
Traffic + travel information25Yes
App support0Yes
Remote app25Yes
Total Requested75067%
Total Not Requested36533%
Cold Weather Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Heated front seats200Yes
Heated second row seats200Yes
Heated steering wheel100No
Total Requested40080%
Total Not Requested10020%
Driver Assistance Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Obstacle detection, front150Yes
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Rearview camera200Yes
Total Requested600100%
Total Not Requested00%
Driver Assistance Plus
FeatureValueRequested?
Lane departure warning system200Yes
Blind spot warning system200Yes
Around view cameras300No
Automatic braking, low-speed200Yes
Driver drowsiness monitor150No
Forward collision warning200Yes
Wide-view front camera150No
Speed limit information0No
Pedestrian detection50No
Total Requested80055%
Total Not Requested65045%

Option Package Details
BMW 3-Series 340i

Adaptive cruise control, all-speed
FeatureValueRequested?
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed700No
Forward collision warning200Yes
Total Requested20022%
Total Not Requested70078%
Luxury Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Additional chrome trim0No
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)25Yes
Chrome interior accents (optional)0No
Total Requested25100%
Total Not Requested00%
Navigation system
FeatureValueRequested?
DVD-compatible player0No
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Media drive15No
In-vehicle Internet150No
Handwriting recognition200No
Siri Eyes Free support0Yes
S Voice support0No
4G LTE connectivity0No
Navigation map updates, three years0No
Navigation system600Yes
Traffic + travel information25Yes
App support0Yes
Remote app25Yes
Total Requested75067%
Total Not Requested36533%
Cold Weather Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Heated front seats200Yes
Heated second row seats200Yes
Heated steering wheel100No
Total Requested40080%
Total Not Requested10020%
Driver Assistance Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Obstacle detection, front150Yes
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Rearview camera200Yes
Total Requested600100%
Total Not Requested00%
Driver Assistance Plus
FeatureValueRequested?
Lane departure warning system200Yes
Blind spot warning system200Yes
Around view cameras300No
Automatic braking, low-speed200Yes
Driver drowsiness monitor150No
Forward collision warning200Yes
Wide-view front camera150No
Speed limit information0No
Pedestrian detection50No
Total Requested80055%
Total Not Requested65045%

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