Volkswagen Passat Volkswagen Passat 2008 Chevrolet Sonic Chevrolet Sonic 2016

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

Join Us

Volkswagen Passat vs. Chevrolet Sonic 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 Sonic Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $22,020

Chevrolet Sonic RS   
Difference: $11,858

Lowest Total Invoice: $20,921

Chevrolet Sonic RS   
Difference: $10,406

Calculate Payments

  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year2008200820162016
ModelPassatPassatSonicSonic
TrimLuxVR6LTZRS
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $30,100 $36,050 $19,780 $20,095
Base Invoice $28,107 $33,597 $18,791 $19,090
Rear side airbags 350 350    
All-weather floor mats 185 185 140 140
Rear spoiler 479 479    
Heated front seats 225 225    
Body kit 1,650 1,650    
iPod integration 199 199    
Dusk Package     1,715  
Cargo net     60 60
Sunroof     850 850
Rear side airbags 310 310    
All-weather floor mats 145 145 127 127
Rear spoiler 310 310    
Heated front seats 199 199    
Body kit 1,390 1,390    
iPod integration 176 176    
Dusk Package     1,561  
Cargo net     55 55
Sunroof     774 774
Options (change) 3,088 3,088 2,765 1,050
Options (change) 2,530 2,530 2,517 956
Destination 690 690 875 875
Total Price $33,878 $39,828 $23,420 $22,020
Total Invoice $31,327 $36,817 $22,183 $20,921

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 Sonic 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 Sonic

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Chevrolet Sonic RS
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $8,128
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $6,957
Model Year2008200820162016
ModelPassatPassatSonicSonic
TrimLuxVR6LTZRS
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine200hp I4280hp V6138hp I4138hp I4
TransmissionT6T6T6M6
DrivetrainFWDFWDFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)80, 8600, 10?, 6?, 6
Tire (rear if not all the same)235/45-17235/40-18215/45-18205/50-17
Total Price$33,878$39,828$23,420$22,020
Adjustments for Features-3,730-4,435-1,0250
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$30,148$35,393$22,395$22,020
Cost Above Minimum$0$5,245$375$0
Total Invoice$31,327$36,817$22,183$20,921
Adjustments for Features-3,449-4,100-9710
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$27,878$32,717$21,212$20,921
Cost Above Minimum$0$4,839$291$0

Return to top

Features Comparison: Volkswagen Passat vs. Chevrolet Sonic

Model Year2008200820162016
ModelPassatPassatSonicSonic
TrimLuxVR6LTZRS
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1100$1100$1100 
6-speed manual   $150
FWD$0$0$0$0
Accessories 
Remote app  $25$25
Remote start  $150 
Sunshade, rear$125$125  
Sunshades, second row$125$125  
Universal garage door opener$100$100  
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Full-size spare tire$225$225  
Knee airbag, driver  $75$75
Knee airbag, passenger  $75$75
Obstacle detection, rear$250$250  
Rearview camera  $200$200
Rollover sensor  $50$50
Temporary spare tire  $150$150
Vehicle health reports  $0$0
Cargo Management 
Cargo mat$40$40  
Cargo net $40$40$40
Overhead sunglass holder$25$25  
Rear seat pass-through$100$100  
Climate Control 
Automatic climate control, front$200$200  
Dual-zone climate control$125$125  
Heated windshield washer nozzles $15  
Rain-sensing wipers$175$175  
Rear air vents$100$100  
Variable intermittent wipers  $75$75
Exterior 
Bodyside moldings$75$75  
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)  $25$25
Infotainment 
4G LTE connectivity  $0$0
App support  $0$0
Aux input  $50$50
Bluetooth audio streaming  $25$25
Bluetooth cell phone link  $100$100
CD changer, in-dash$325$325  
iPod integration$100$100  
MP3-compatible player$50$50  
Siri Eyes Free support  $0$0
Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation  $225$225
USB port  $25$25
Wi-Fi hotspot  $50$50
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Auto-dimming rearview mirror$150$150  
Digital instruments  $0$0
Illuminated visor mirror, driver$50$50  
Illuminated visor mirror, passenger$50$50  
Interior ambient lighting$150$150  
Steering-linked headlights $150  
Turn signals on or near mirrors$25$25  
Visor mirror, driver  $10$10
Visor mirror, passenger  $10$10
Xenon HID headlights $500  
Seats and Interior Trim 
Aluminum trim$100$100  
Center armrest(s), second row$50$50  
Manual height adjuster, driver seat  $50$50
Memory system, driver seat$200$200  
Metal pedals   $75
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat$150$150  
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat$150$150  
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat$100$100  
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat$100$100  
Power height adjuster, driver seat$100$100  
Power height adjuster, passenger seat$100$100  
Power recliner, driver seat$100$100  
Power recliner, passenger seat$100$100  
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat$100$100  
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat$100$100  
Synthetic suede inserts in leather seating surfaces  $0$0
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Sport suspension (upgrade) $0 $0
Transmission 
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls$100$100  
Total Value of Features$5,215$5,920$2,510$1,485
Value of Feature Adjustments$3,730$4,435$1,025$0
Value of Feature Adjustments-3,449-4,100-9710

Return to top

Specifications Comparison: Volkswagen Passat vs. Chevrolet Sonic

Model Year20082016
ModelPassatSonic
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase106.7 in99.4 in
Length188.2 in173.1 in
Width71.7 in68.3 in
Height58.0 in59.7 in
Curb Weight3,306 lb.2,734 lb.
Fuel Capacity18.5 gal.12.2 gal.
Row 1 Headroom38.4 in38.7 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room55.7 in53.4 in
Row 1 Hip Room0.0 in51.4 in
Row 1 Legroom41.4 in41.8 in
Row 2 Headroom37.8 in37.8 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room54.6 in53.0 in
Row 2 Hip Room0.0 in51.6 in
Row 2 Legroom37.7 in34.6 in
Cargo Volume14.2 ft314.9 ft3

Return to top

Option Package Details
Chevrolet Sonic LTZ

Dusk Package
FeatureValueRequested?
4-wheel disc brakes150Yes
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Body kit0Yes
Synthetic suede inserts in leather seating surfaces0No
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)25No
Special exterior trim0No
215/45ZR18 tires400No
Total Requested105071%
Total Not Requested42529%

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.