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Volkswagen Passat vs. BMW 4-Series Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Volkswagen Passat vs. BMW 4-Series Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $36,815

Volkswagen Passat V6 SEL Premium   
Difference: $15,510

Lowest Total Invoice: $35,339

Volkswagen Passat V6 SEL Premium   
Difference: $12,996

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20152014
ModelPassat4-Series
TrimV6 SEL Premium435i
Body4dr Sedan2dr Coupe
Base Price $35,995 $46,000
Base Invoice $34,519 $42,500
Navigation system   2,150
Premium Package   2,200
8-speed shiftable automatic   0
Metallic paint (extra cost)   550
Heated front seats   500
Navigation system   1,955
Premium Package   2,000
8-speed shiftable automatic   0
Metallic paint (extra cost)   500
Heated front seats   455
Options (change) 0 5,400
Options (change) 0 4,910
Destination 820 925
Total Price $36,815 $52,325
Total Invoice $35,339 $48,335

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Volkswagen Passat vs. BMW 4-Series

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Volkswagen Passat V6 SEL Premium
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $13,870
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $11,481
Model Year20152014
ModelPassat4-Series
TrimV6 SEL Premium435i
Body4dr Sedan2dr Coupe
Engine280hp V6300hp I6
TransmissionS6T8
DrivetrainFWDRWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)20/28 MPG22/32 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)400, 9205, 9
Tire (rear if not all the same)235/45-18225/45-18
Total Price$36,815$52,325
Adjustments for Features0-1,640
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$36,815$50,685
Total Invoice$35,339$48,335
Adjustments for Features0-1,515
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$35,339$46,820

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Features Comparison: Volkswagen Passat vs. BMW 4-Series

Model Year20152014
ModelPassat4-Series
TrimV6 SEL Premium435i
Body4dr Sedan2dr Coupe
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed automated manual$1100 
8-speed manually-shiftable automatic $1300
FWD$0 
RWD $0
Accessories 
Power rear side windows$200 
Remote start$150 
Remote window/roof operation $15
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats $0
Automatic seat belt presenters, front row $100
Knee airbag, driver $75
Knee airbag, passenger $75
Rearview camera$200 
Temporary spare tire$150 
Tires, run-flat $150
Vehicle health reports$0 
Cargo Management 
Air-conditioned storage compartment $50
Overhead sunglass holder$25 
Second-row low console $100
Climate Control 
Automatic air recirculation $100
Rear air vents$100 
Rear air vents with manual controls $150
Residual heat $50
Engine / Motor 
Automatic start / stop $150
Regenerative braking $0
Exterior 
Bodyside moldings$75 
Infotainment 
App support $0
CD changer, in-dash$325 
CD player $125
Handwriting recognition $200
In-vehicle Internet $150
iPod integration$100 
S Voice support $0
Satellite radio$200 
Satellite radio - one year subscription $250
SD Card slot$25 
Siri Eyes Free support $0
SMS text-to-speech reader $25
Text dictation $50
USB port $25
Voice control for external devices $0
Voice control for nav and audio $100
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Analog clock$25 
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror $75
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror $75
Compass $0
Cornering lights$50 
Mirror tilt-down in reverse $25
Power-folding mirrors $50
Steering-linked headlights $150
Xenon HID headlights $500
Seats and Interior Trim 
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat $150
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat $150
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat$100 
Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat$100 
Synthetic suede inserts in seating surfaces$450 
Wood trim $300
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Electronic systems calibration selector $200
Transmission 
Launch control $100
Total Value of Features$3,375$5,015
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$1,640
Value of Feature Adjustments0-1,515

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Specifications Comparison: Volkswagen Passat vs. BMW 4-Series

Model Year20152014
ModelPassat4-Series
Body4dr Sedan2dr Coupe
Wheelbase110.4 in110.6 in
Length191.6 in182.6 in
Width72.2 in71.9 in
Height58.5 in54.2 in
Curb Weight3,423 lb.3,610 lb.
Fuel Capacity18.5 gal.15.8 gal.
Row 1 Headroom38.3 in39.8 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room56.9 in55.3 in
Row 1 Legroom42.4 in42.2 in
Row 2 Headroom37.8 in36.1 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room57.0 in51.7 in
Row 2 Legroom39.1 in33.7 in
Cargo Volume15.9 ft315.7 ft3

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Option Package Details
BMW 4-Series 435i

8-speed manually-shiftable automatic
FeatureValueRequested?
8-speed manually-shiftable automatic0Yes
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls100Yes
Launch control100No
Total Requested10050%
Total Not Requested10050%
Navigation system
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
DVD-compatible player0Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100No
Media drive, large15Yes
Traffic + travel information25Yes
Smartphone integration0No
In-vehicle Internet150No
Handwriting recognition200No
App support0No
Text dictation50No
Siri Eyes Free support0No
S Voice support0No
Total Requested64056%
Total Not Requested50044%
Premium Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat150No
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat150No
Proximity key250Yes
Satellite radio - one year subscription250No
Total Requested115068%
Total Not Requested55032%

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