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Volkswagen Passat vs. Chevrolet Cruze Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Volkswagen Passat vs. Chevrolet Cruze Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $28,880

Chevrolet Cruze Diesel   
Difference: $6,715

Lowest Total Invoice: $27,567

Chevrolet Cruze Diesel   
Difference: $6,467

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20152015
ModelPassatCruze
TrimTDI SEL PremiumDiesel
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $33,925 $25,660
Base Invoice $32,534 $24,634
Rear spoiler 375  
Cargo net 100 60
Illuminated door sill trim plates 375 505
Driver Convenience Package   340
Sun and Sound Package   995
Navigation system   495
Rear spoiler 300  
Cargo net 80 53
Illuminated door sill trim plates 300 444
Driver Convenience Package   299
Sun and Sound Package   876
Navigation system   436
Options (change) 850 2,395
Options (change) 680 2,108
Destination 820 825
Total Price $35,595 $28,880
Total Invoice $34,034 $27,567

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Volkswagen Passat vs. Chevrolet Cruze

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Chevrolet Cruze Diesel
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $4,235
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $4,096
Model Year20152015
ModelPassatCruze
TrimTDI SEL PremiumDiesel
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine150hp I4 D151hp I4 D
TransmissionS6T6
DrivetrainFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)30/42 MPG27/46 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)400, 9250, 9
Tire (rear if not all the same)235/45-18215/55-17
Total Price$35,595$28,880
Adjustments for Features-2,4800
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$33,115$28,880
Total Invoice$34,034$27,567
Adjustments for Features-2,3710
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$31,663$27,567

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Features Comparison: Volkswagen Passat vs. Chevrolet Cruze

Model Year20152015
ModelPassatCruze
TrimTDI SEL PremiumDiesel
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed automated manual$1100 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic $1100
FWD$0$0
Accessories 
Proximity key$250 
Universal garage door opener$100 
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Knee airbag, driver $75
Knee airbag, passenger $75
Rear side airbags $300
Rollover sensor $50
Temporary spare tire$150 
Cargo Management 
Overhead sunglass holder$25 
Rear seat pass-through$100 
Climate Control 
Automatic climate control, front$200 
Dual-zone climate control$125 
Heated windshield washer nozzles$15 
Rain-sensing wipers$175 
Rear air vents$100 
Variable intermittent wipers $75
Exterior 
Active grille shutters $0
Bodyside moldings$75 
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)$25 
Infotainment 
4G LTE connectivity $0
App support $0
CD changer, in-dash$325 
CD player $125
DVD-compatible player$0 
HD radio$50 
iPod integration$100 
Media drive$15 
SD Card slot$25 
Siri Eyes Free support $0
SMS text-to-speech reader $25
Telematics service, such as OnStar$200 
Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation $225
Traffic + travel information$25 
USB port $25
Voice control for external devices $0
Voice control for nav and audio $100
Wi-Fi hotspot $50
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Analog clock$25 
Compass $0
Cornering lights$50 
Fog lights$125 
Turn signals on or near mirrors$25 
Seats and Interior Trim 
Manual height adjuster, passenger seat $50
Memory system, driver seat$200 
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat$100 
Power height adjuster, passenger seat$100 
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat$100 
Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat$100 
Power recliner, driver seat$100 
Power recliner, passenger seat$100 
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat$100 
Synthetic suede inserts in seating surfaces$450 
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Sport suspension (upgrade) $0
Total Value of Features$4,755$2,275
Value of Feature Adjustments$2,480$0
Value of Feature Adjustments-2,3710

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See a complete comparison of Volkswagen Passat vs. Chevrolet Cruze features.

Specifications Comparison: Volkswagen Passat vs. Chevrolet Cruze

Model Year20152015
ModelPassatCruze
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase110.4 in105.7 in
Length191.6 in181.0 in
Width72.2 in70.7 in
Height58.5 in58.1 in
Curb Weight3,497 lb.3,471 lb.
Fuel Capacity18.5 gal.15.6 gal.
Row 1 Headroom38.3 in39.3 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room56.9 in54.8 in
Row 1 Hip Room0.0 in53.0 in
Row 1 Legroom42.4 in42.3 in
Row 2 Headroom37.8 in37.9 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room57.0 in53.9 in
Row 2 Hip Room0.0 in52.4 in
Row 2 Legroom39.1 in35.4 in
Cargo Volume15.9 ft315.0 ft3

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See a complete comparison of Volkswagen Passat vs. Chevrolet Cruze specs.

Option Package Details
Chevrolet Cruze Diesel

Navigation system
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
Voice control for nav and audio75No
Speed limit information0No
Total Requested60089%
Total Not Requested7511%
Driver Convenience Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Rearview camera200Yes
Heated mirrors25Yes
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Total Requested375100%
Total Not Requested00%
Sun and Sound Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Sunroof900Yes
Pioneer, 250W, 9 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Total Requested90072%
Total Not Requested35028%

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