Volkswagen Passat Volkswagen Passat 2016 Chevrolet Cruze Chevrolet Cruze 2013

We are 103,000+ car owners sharing real-world car information.

Join Us

Volkswagen Passat vs. Chevrolet Cruze 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.

Volkswagen Passat vs. Chevrolet Cruze Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $25,885

Chevrolet Cruze 2LT   
Difference: $8,040

Lowest Total Invoice: $24,557

Chevrolet Cruze 2LT   
Difference: $7,773

Calculate Payments

  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20162016201620132013
ModelPassatPassatPassatCruzeCruze
Trim1.8T SEL1.8T SEL PremiumV6 SEL Premium2LTLTZ
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $30,495 $34,270 $36,835 $21,040 $23,550
Base Invoice $29,245 $32,865 $35,325 $20,198 $22,490
Floor mats 235        
Cargo net 100 100 100 60 60
Rear spoiler 375 375 375    
Body kit 1,900 1,900 1,900    
RS Package       695 595
Driver Convenience Package       380  
Enhanced Safety Package       790 790
Navigation system       795 795
Door sill trim plates       130 130
Sunroof       900 900
Proximity key       300  
Floor mats 185        
Cargo net 80 80 80 53 53
Rear spoiler 300 300 300    
Body kit 1,700 1,700 1,700    
RS Package       612 524
Driver Convenience Package       334  
Enhanced Safety Package       695 695
Navigation system       700 700
Door sill trim plates       114 114
Sunroof       792 792
Proximity key       264  
Options (change) 2,610 2,375 2,375 4,050 3,270
Options (change) 2,265 2,080 2,080 3,564 2,878
Destination 820 820 820 795 795
Total Price $33,925 $37,465 $40,030 $25,885 $27,615
Total Invoice $32,330 $35,765 $38,225 $24,557 $26,163

Return to top

While we strive for accuracy, the site is not error-free, and prices can change at any time.

Dealer Price Quotes

Want to find out how much dealers are willing to discount these cars?

Request free, no-obligation Volkswagen Passat dealer quotes or Chevrolet Cruze dealer quotes from dealers using our car quote form.

The process is easy and takes just a minute or two. You'll receive price quotes from local approved dealers within 48 hours.

TrueDelta Value Comparison: Volkswagen Passat vs. Chevrolet Cruze

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Chevrolet Cruze 2LT
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $4,460
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $4,361
Model Year20162016201620132013
ModelPassatPassatPassatCruzeCruze
Trim1.8T SEL1.8T SEL PremiumV6 SEL Premium2LTLTZ
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine170hp I4170hp I4280hp V6138hp I4138hp I4
TransmissionT6T6S6M6T6
DrivetrainFWDFWDFWDFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)400, 9400, 9400, 9?, 6?, 6
Tire (rear if not all the same)235/45-18235/45-18235/45-18225/50-17225/45-18
Total Price$33,925$37,465$40,030$25,885$27,615
Adjustments for Features-3,580-5,690-5,7900-1,150
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$30,345$31,775$34,240$25,885$26,465
Cost Above Minimum$0$1,430$3,895$0$580
Total Invoice$32,330$35,765$38,225$24,557$26,163
Adjustments for Features-3,412-5,432-5,5290-1,090
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$28,918$30,333$32,696$24,557$25,073
Cost Above Minimum$0$1,415$3,778$0$516

Return to top

Features Comparison: Volkswagen Passat vs. Chevrolet Cruze

Model Year20162016201620132013
ModelPassatPassatPassatCruzeCruze
Trim1.8T SEL1.8T SEL PremiumV6 SEL Premium2LTLTZ
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1100$1100  $1100
6-speed automated manual  $1100  
6-speed manual   $150 
FWD$0$0$0$0$0
Accessories 
Adaptive cruise control$600$600$600  
Cruise control   $150$150
Hands-free trunk or liftgate$100$100$100  
Remote app$25$25$25  
Remote start $150$150$150$150
Universal garage door opener$100$100$100  
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Automatic braking, low-speed$200$200$200  
Blind spot collision prevention $150$150  
Cross-traffic collision intervention, rear$100$100$100  
Forward collision warning$200$200$200  
Knee airbag, driver   $75$75
Knee airbag, passenger   $75$75
Lane departure prevention, steering-based $200$200  
Lane departure warning $200$200  
Obstacle detection, front $150$150  
Obstacle detection, rear $250$250$250$250
Rear side airbags   $300$300
Rollover sensor   $50$50
Secondary collision brake assist$25$25$25  
Vehicle health reports$0$0$0  
Cargo Management 
Cargo mat$40    
Overhead sunglass holder$25$25$25  
Rear seat pass-through$100$100$100  
Climate Control 
Automatic climate control, front$200$200$200 $200
Dual-zone climate control$125$125$125  
Heated windshield washer nozzles$15$15$15  
Rain-sensing wipers$175$175$175  
Rear air vents$100$100$100  
Variable intermittent wipers   $75$75
Exterior 
Bodyside moldings$75$75$75  
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)$25$25$25  
Infotainment 
Android Auto support$100$100$100  
Apple CarPlay support$100$100$100  
HD radio$50$50$50  
Mirrorlink support$0$0$0  
SD Card slot$25$25$25  
SMS text-to-speech reader$25$25$25  
Telematics service, such as OnStar$200$200$200  
Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation   $225$225
Traffic + travel information$25$25$25  
Voice control for external devices   $0$0
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Analog clock$25$25$25  
LED headlights $1000$1000  
Power-folding mirrors $50$50  
Steering-linked fog lights$50$50$50  
Turn signals on or near mirrors$25$25$25  
Seats and Interior Trim 
Heated second row seats$200$200$200  
Manual height adjuster, passenger seat   $50$50
Memory system, driver seat$200$200$200  
Metal pedals$75$75$75  
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat$100$100$100  
Power height adjuster, passenger seat$100$100$100  
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat$100$100$100  
Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat$100$100$100  
Power recliner, driver seat$100$100$100  
Power recliner, passenger seat$100$100$100  
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat$100$100$100  
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Sport suspension (upgrade)   $0$0
Transmission 
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls  $100  
Total Value of Features$5,130$7,240$7,340$1,550$2,700
Value of Feature Adjustments$3,580$5,690$5,790$0$1,150
Value of Feature Adjustments-3,412-5,432-5,5290-1,090

Return to top

Specifications Comparison: Volkswagen Passat vs. Chevrolet Cruze

Model Year20162013
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 Weight3,231 lb.3,103 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 in42.2 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 ft315.4 ft3

Return to top

Option Package Details
Chevrolet Cruze 2LT

Navigation system
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
Voice control for nav and audio75Yes
Speed limit information0No
Total Requested675100%
Total Not Requested00%
RS Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Fog lights125Yes
Body kit0Yes
Rear spoiler200Yes
Upgraded instruments0No
Total Requested325100%
Total Not Requested00%
Driver Convenience Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Rearview camera200Yes
Illuminated visor mirror, driver40Yes
Illuminated visor mirror, passenger40Yes
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Remote start150Yes
Heated mirrors25Yes
Total Requested605100%
Total Not Requested00%
Enhanced Safety Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Blind spot warning system200Yes
Rear cross-traffic detection100Yes
Total Requested550100%
Total Not Requested00%

Option Package Details
Chevrolet Cruze LTZ

Navigation system
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
Voice control for nav and audio75Yes
Speed limit information0No
Total Requested675100%
Total Not Requested00%
Enhanced Safety Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Blind spot warning system200Yes
Rear cross-traffic detection100Yes
Total Requested550100%
Total Not Requested00%
RS Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Body kit0Yes
Rear spoiler200Yes
Total Requested200100%
Total Not Requested00%

Was this information useful?

We're glad we could help! Share this page:

We're so sorry! Tell us how we can improve it.

See TrueDelta's information for all Sedans and Wagons.
See TrueDelta's information for all Volkswagen models.