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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: $32,500 Volkswagen Passat 2.0T SEL Premium | ||||
| Difference: $19,075 | ||||
Lowest Total Invoice: $31,203 Volkswagen Passat 2.0T SEL Premium | ||||
| Difference: $16,362 | ||||
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| Model Year | 2018 | 2018 | 2013 | 2013 |
| Model | Passat | Passat | 3-Series | 3-Series |
| Trim | 2.0T SEL Premium | V6 SEL Premium | 328i | 335i |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Price | $31,650 | $34,650 | $36,850 | $43,150 |
| Base Invoice | $30,353 | $33,230 | $34,080 | $39,880 |
| Premium Package | 3,100 | 2,200 | ||
| Driver Assistance Package | 1,900 | 1,900 | ||
| Driver Assistance Plus | 700 | 700 | ||
| Navigation system | 2,150 | 2,150 | ||
| Steering-linked headlights | 900 | |||
| Cold Weather Package | 950 | 950 | ||
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | 2,400 | 2,400 | ||
| Semi-automated parking system | 500 | 500 | ||
| Rearview camera | 400 | 400 | ||
| App support | 250 | 250 | ||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 550 | 550 | ||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | 500 | |||
| Sport Line | 1,950 | |||
| Premium Package | 2,820 | 2,000 | ||
| Driver Assistance Package | 1,730 | 1,730 | ||
| Driver Assistance Plus | 635 | 635 | ||
| Navigation system | 1,955 | 1,955 | ||
| Steering-linked headlights | 820 | |||
| Cold Weather Package | 865 | 865 | ||
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | 2,185 | 2,185 | ||
| Semi-automated parking system | 455 | 455 | ||
| Rearview camera | 365 | 365 | ||
| App support | 230 | 230 | ||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 500 | 500 | ||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | 475 | |||
| Sport Line | 1,775 | |||
| Options (change) | 0 | 0 | 13,800 | 14,450 |
| Options (change) | 0 | 0 | 12,560 | 13,170 |
| Destination | 850 | 850 | 925 | 925 |
| Total Price | $32,500 | $35,500 | $51,575 | $58,525 |
| Total Invoice | $31,203 | $34,080 | $47,565 | $53,975 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Volkswagen Passat vs. BMW 3-Series
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Volkswagen Passat 2.0T SEL Premium | ||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $19,470 | ||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $16,741 | ||||
| Model Year | 2018 | 2018 | 2013 | 2013 |
| Model | Passat | Passat | 3-Series | 3-Series |
| Trim | 2.0T SEL Premium | V6 SEL Premium | 328i | 335i |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | 174hp I4 | 280hp V6 | 240hp I4 | 300hp I6 |
| Transmission | T6 | S6 | M6 | T8 |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | RWD | RWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 400, 9 | 400, 9 | ?, 9 | ?, 9 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 235/45-18 | 235/45-18 | 225/50-17 | 225/45-18 |
| Total Price | $32,500 | $35,500 | $51,575 | $58,525 |
| Adjustments for Features | -395 | -545 | 0 | -1,625 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $32,105 | $34,955 | $51,575 | $56,900 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $2,850 | $0 | $5,325 |
| Total Invoice | $31,203 | $34,080 | $47,565 | $53,975 |
| Adjustments for Features | -379 | -523 | 0 | -1,499 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $30,824 | $33,557 | $47,565 | $52,476 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $2,733 | $0 | $4,911 |
Features Comparison: Volkswagen Passat vs. BMW 3-Series
| Model Year | 2018 | 2018 | 2013 | 2013 |
| Model | Passat | Passat | 3-Series | 3-Series |
| Trim | 2.0T SEL Premium | V6 SEL Premium | 328i | 335i |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||||
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | |||
| 6-speed automated manual | $1100 | |||
| 6-speed manual | $150 | |||
| 8-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1300 | |||
| FWD | $0 | $0 | ||
| RWD | $0 | $0 | ||
| Accessories | ||||
| Adaptive cruise control | $600 | $600 | ||
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | $850 | $850 | ||
| Heated steering wheel | $100 | $100 | ||
| Proximity key | $250 | $250 | ||
| Remote start | $150 | $150 | ||
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | $15 | ||
| Universal garage door opener | $100 | $100 | ||
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||||
| Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats | $0 | $0 | ||
| Around view cameras | $500 | $500 | ||
| Automatic braking, low-speed | $200 | $200 | ||
| Cross-traffic collision intervention, rear | $100 | $100 | ||
| Cross-traffic warning, rear | $100 | $100 | ||
| Knee airbag, driver | $75 | $75 | ||
| Knee airbag, passenger | $75 | $75 | ||
| Lane departure prevention, steering-based | $200 | $200 | ||
| Rearview camera | $200 | $200 | ||
| Secondary collision brake assist | $25 | $25 | ||
| Temporary spare tire | $150 | $150 | ||
| Tires, run-flat | $150 | $150 | ||
| Vehicle health reports | $0 | $0 | ||
| Wide-view front camera | $150 | $150 | ||
| Cargo Management | ||||
| Air-conditioned storage compartment | $50 | $50 | ||
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | $25 | ||
| Rear seat pass-through | $100 | $100 | ||
| Climate Control | ||||
| Automatic air recirculation | $100 | $100 | ||
| Rear air vents | $100 | $100 | ||
| Rear air vents with manual controls | $150 | $150 | ||
| Residual heat | $50 | $50 | ||
| Engine / Motor | ||||
| Automatic start / stop | $150 | $150 | ||
| Regenerative braking | $0 | $0 | ||
| Exterior | ||||
| Bodyside moldings | $75 | $75 | ||
| Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Infotainment | ||||
| Android Auto support | $100 | $100 | ||
| Apple CarPlay support | $100 | $100 | ||
| DVD-compatible player | $0 | $0 | ||
| Media drive | $15 | $15 | ||
| Mirrorlink support | $0 | $0 | ||
| Satellite radio | $200 | $200 | ||
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | $250 | $250 | ||
| SD Card slot | $25 | $25 | ||
| Traffic + travel information | $25 | $25 | ||
| Traffic information | $25 | $25 | ||
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | $0 | ||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||||
| Analog clock | $25 | $25 | ||
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | $75 | $75 | ||
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | $75 | $75 | ||
| Compass | $0 | $0 | ||
| Headlight washers | $50 | $50 | ||
| LED headlights | $1000 | $1000 | ||
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | $25 | $25 | ||
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Steering-linked fog lights | $50 | $50 | ||
| Steering-linked headlights | $150 | $150 | ||
| Xenon HID headlights | $500 | $500 | ||
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||||
| Door sill trim plates | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Manual thigh support length adjuster, driver seat | $50 | |||
| Manual thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | |||
| Metal pedals | $75 | $75 | ||
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $150 | $150 | ||
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $150 | $150 | ||
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power seatback bolsters, driver seat | $100 | |||
| Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat | $100 | |||
| Wood trim | $300 | $300 | ||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||||
| Electronic systems calibration selector | $200 | $200 | ||
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | |||
| Transmission | ||||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | $100 | ||
| Total Value of Features | $5,300 | $5,450 | $4,705 | $6,330 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $395 | $545 | $0 | $1,625 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -379 | -523 | 0 | -1,499 |
Specifications Comparison: Volkswagen Passat vs. BMW 3-Series
| Model Year | 2018 | 2013 |
| 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 | 3,275 lb. | 3,361 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
| Steering-linked headlights | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Steering-linked headlights | 150 | No |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 500 | 77% |
| Total Not Requested | 150 | 23% |
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | 700 | No |
| Forward collision alert | 200 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 200 | 22% |
| Total Not Requested | 700 | 78% |
| App support | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| App support | 0 | Yes |
| Smartphone integration | 0 | No |
| Total Requested | 0 | 22% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 78% |
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Hands-free trunk or liftgate | 100 | Yes |
| Sunroof | 900 | Yes |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | 150 | No |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 150 | No |
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | 250 | No |
| Total Requested | 1900 | 78% |
| Total Not Requested | 550 | 22% |
| Driver Assistance Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Obstacle detection, front | 150 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Around view cameras | 500 | No |
| Wide-view front camera | 150 | No |
| Total Requested | 600 | 48% |
| Total Not Requested | 650 | 52% |
| Driver Assistance Plus | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Lane departure warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Forward collision alert | 200 | Yes |
| Speed limit information | 0 | No |
| Total Requested | 400 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Traffic information | 25 | Yes |
| Media drive, large | 15 | No |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | 200 | Yes |
| SMS text-to-speech reader | 25 | Yes |
| Bluetooth audio streaming | 25 | Yes |
| Remote app | 25 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1000 | 99% |
| Total Not Requested | 15 | 1% |
| Cold Weather Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Heated second row seats | 200 | Yes |
| Heated steering wheel | 100 | No |
| Headlight washers | 50 | No |
| Total Requested | 400 | 73% |
| Total Not Requested | 150 | 27% |
Option Package Details
BMW 3-Series 335i
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | 700 | No |
| Forward collision alert | 200 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 200 | 22% |
| Total Not Requested | 700 | 78% |
| App support | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| App support | 0 | Yes |
| Smartphone integration | 0 | No |
| Total Requested | 0 | 22% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 78% |
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Hands-free trunk or liftgate | 100 | Yes |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | 150 | No |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 150 | No |
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | 250 | No |
| Total Requested | 1000 | 65% |
| Total Not Requested | 550 | 35% |
| Driver Assistance Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Obstacle detection, front | 150 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Around view cameras | 500 | No |
| Wide-view front camera | 150 | No |
| Total Requested | 600 | 48% |
| Total Not Requested | 650 | 52% |
| Driver Assistance Plus | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Lane departure warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Forward collision alert | 200 | Yes |
| Speed limit information | 0 | No |
| Total Requested | 400 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Traffic information | 25 | Yes |
| Media drive, large | 15 | No |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | 200 | Yes |
| SMS text-to-speech reader | 25 | Yes |
| Bluetooth audio streaming | 25 | Yes |
| Remote app | 25 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1000 | 99% |
| Total Not Requested | 15 | 1% |
| Cold Weather Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Heated second row seats | 200 | Yes |
| Heated steering wheel | 100 | No |
| Headlight washers | 50 | No |
| Total Requested | 400 | 73% |
| Total Not Requested | 150 | 27% |
| Sport Line | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | 250 | No |
| Special exterior trim | 0 | No |
| Special interior trim | 0 | No |
| Dark-colored headliner (optional) | 0 | No |
| 225/45VR18 tires | 400 | No |
| Door sill trim plates | 100 | Yes |
| Manual thigh support adjuster, driver seat | 50 | No |
| Power seatback bolsters, driver | 100 | No |
| Manual thigh support adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | No |
| Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Front sport buckets | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 200 | 17% |
| Total Not Requested | 950 | 83% |
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