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Volkswagen Passat vs. Ford Taurus X 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. Ford Taurus X Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $35,700 Ford Taurus X SEL | ||||
| Difference: $6,400 | ||||
Lowest Total Invoice: $32,638 Ford Taurus X SEL | ||||
| Difference: $6,654 | ||||
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| Model Year | 2008 | 2008 | 2008 | 2008 |
| Model | Passat | Taurus X | Taurus X | Taurus X |
| Trim | VR6 | SEL | Eddie Bauer | Limited |
| Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr Wagon | 4dr Wagon | 4dr Wagon |
| Base Price | $39,200 | $27,030 | $29,770 | $30,750 |
| Base Invoice | $36,669 | $24,942 | $27,408 | $28,291 |
| All-weather floor mats | 185 | 75 | 75 | 75 |
| Heated front seats | 225 | 240 | 240 | |
| Navigation system | 1,800 | 1,995 | 1,995 | 1,995 |
| iPod integration | 0 | |||
| Interior Power Package | 295 | |||
| Interior Convenience Package | 595 | |||
| Satellite radio | 195 | 195 | 195 | |
| Leather seating surfaces | 895 | |||
| Obstacle detection, rear | 295 | 295 | ||
| Power liftgate | 475 | 475 | ||
| Sunroof | 960 | 960 | 960 | |
| AWD | 1,850 | 1,850 | 1,850 | |
| Limited Ultimate Package | 825 | |||
| Limited Convenience Package | 255 | |||
| All-weather floor mats | 145 | 57 | 57 | 57 |
| Heated front seats | 199 | 209 | 209 | |
| Navigation system | 1,589 | 1,736 | 1,736 | 1,736 |
| iPod integration | 0 | |||
| Interior Power Package | 257 | |||
| Interior Convenience Package | 518 | |||
| Satellite radio | 170 | 170 | 170 | |
| Leather seating surfaces | 779 | |||
| Obstacle detection, rear | 257 | 257 | ||
| Power liftgate | 413 | 413 | ||
| Sunroof | 835 | 835 | 835 | |
| AWD | 1,665 | 1,665 | 1,664 | |
| Limited Ultimate Package | 718 | |||
| Limited Convenience Package | 222 | |||
| Options (change) | 2,210 | 7,870 | 6,085 | 6,155 |
| Options (change) | 1,933 | 6,896 | 5,342 | 5,402 |
| Destination | 690 | 800 | 800 | 800 |
| Total Price | $42,100 | $35,700 | $36,655 | $37,705 |
| Total Invoice | $39,292 | $32,638 | $33,550 | $34,493 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Volkswagen Passat vs. Ford Taurus X
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Ford Taurus X SEL | ||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $6,020 | ||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $6,299 | ||||
| Model Year | 2008 | 2008 | 2008 | 2008 |
| Model | Passat | Taurus X | Taurus X | Taurus X |
| Trim | VR6 | SEL | Eddie Bauer | Limited |
| Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr Wagon | 4dr Wagon | 4dr Wagon |
| Engine | 280hp V6 | 263hp V6 | 263hp V6 | 263hp V6 |
| Transmission | T6 | A6 | A6 | A6 |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | AWD | AWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | 16/24 MPG | 15/22 MPG | 15/22 MPG | 15/22 MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 600, 10 | ?, 4 | ?, 4 | ?, 7 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 235/40-18 | 215/65-17 | 225/60-18 | 225/60-18 |
| Total Price | $42,100 | $35,700 | $36,655 | $37,705 |
| Adjustments for Features | -380 | 0 | -25 | -990 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $41,720 | $35,700 | $36,630 | $36,715 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $0 | $930 | $1,015 |
| Total Invoice | $39,292 | $32,638 | $33,550 | $34,493 |
| Adjustments for Features | -355 | 0 | -23 | -906 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $38,937 | $32,638 | $33,527 | $33,587 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $0 | $889 | $949 |
Features Comparison: Volkswagen Passat vs. Ford Taurus X
| Model Year | 2008 | 2008 | 2008 | 2008 |
| Model | Passat | Taurus X | Taurus X | Taurus X |
| Trim | VR6 | SEL | Eddie Bauer | Limited |
| Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr Wagon | 4dr Wagon | 4dr Wagon |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||||
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | |||
| 6-speed automatic | $1000 | $1000 | $1000 | |
| AWD | $1700 | $1700 | $1700 | $1700 |
| Accessories | ||||
| Keyless entry keypad | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Power-adjustable pedals | $125 | $125 | ||
| Sunshades, second row | $125 | |||
| Tilt steering wheel, manual | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | |||
| Universal garage door opener | $100 | $100 | ||
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||||
| Brake assist | $50 | |||
| Full-size spare tire | $225 | |||
| Rollover sensor | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Side curtain airbags | $350 | |||
| Side curtain airbags, three rows | $500 | $500 | $500 | |
| Temporary spare tire | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Cargo Management | ||||
| Cargo cover | $75 | |||
| Cargo mat | $40 | |||
| Cargo net | $40 | $40 | ||
| Rear seat pass-through | $100 | |||
| Second-row high console | $250 | |||
| Climate Control | ||||
| Heated windshield washer nozzles | $15 | |||
| Rain-sensing wipers | $175 | |||
| Variable intermittent wipers | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Exterior | ||||
| Bodyside cladding | $350 | $350 | $350 | |
| Bodyside moldings | $75 | |||
| Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Deep-tinted rear windows | $275 | $275 | $275 | |
| Rear bumper protector | $40 | $40 | $40 | |
| Wheel-lip moldings | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Infotainment | ||||
| Aux input | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | $100 | $100 | ||
| CD changer, in-dash | $325 | $325 | $325 | |
| CD player | $125 | |||
| iPod integration | $100 | |||
| SMS text-to-speech reader | $25 | $25 | ||
| USB port | $25 | $25 | ||
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | $0 | ||
| Voice control for nav and audio | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||||
| Interior ambient lighting | $150 | |||
| Steering-linked headlights | $150 | |||
| Turn signals on or near mirrors | $25 | |||
| Xenon HID headlights | $500 | |||
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||||
| Aluminum trim | $100 | |||
| Center armrest(s), second row | $50 | $50 | ||
| Folding passenger seat | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Heated second row seats | $200 | |||
| Manual fore-aft adjuster, second row seats | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Manual recliner, second row seats | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Memory system, driver seat | $200 | $200 | ||
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $150 | |||
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $150 | |||
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | |||
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | |||
| Stowable third row seats | $600 | $600 | $600 | |
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||||
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | |||
| Transmission | ||||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | |||
| Total Value of Features | $6,420 | $6,040 | $6,065 | $7,030 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $380 | $0 | $25 | $990 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -355 | 0 | -23 | -906 |
Specifications Comparison: Volkswagen Passat vs. Ford Taurus X
| Model Year | 2008 | 2008 |
| Model | Passat | Taurus X |
| Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr Wagon |
| Wheelbase | 106.7 in | 112.9 in |
| Length | 188.0 in | 200.3 in |
| Width | 71.7 in | 74.9 in |
| Height | 59.7 in | 67.4 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,997 lb. | 4,204 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 18.5 gal. | 19.0 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 38.3 in | 39.4 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 55.7 in | 58.5 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 0.0 in | 55.2 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 41.4 in | 40.8 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 38.6 in | 39.4 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 54.6 in | 57.9 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 0.0 in | 56.4 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 37.7 in | 39.8 in |
| Row 3 Headroom | 0.0 in | 38.5 in |
| Row 3 Shoulder Room | 0.0 in | 50.6 in |
| Row 3 Hip Room | 0.0 in | 46.0 in |
| Row 3 Legroom | 0.0 in | 33.6 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 35.8 ft3 | 17.4 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 35.8 | 47.4 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 61.7 ft3 | 85.2 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Ford Taurus X SEL
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | No |
| Total Requested | 600 | 86% |
| Total Not Requested | 100 | 14% |
| Interior Power Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Power recliner, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | Yes |
| Power-adjustable pedals | 125 | No |
| Total Requested | 350 | 74% |
| Total Not Requested | 125 | 26% |
| Interior Convenience Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Automatic climate control, front | 200 | Yes |
| CD changer, in-dash | 200 | No |
| Power recliner, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Automatic headlights | 125 | Yes |
| Outside temperature display | 50 | Yes |
| Dual-zone climate control | 125 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 600 | 75% |
| Total Not Requested | 200 | 25% |
Option Package Details
Ford Taurus X Eddie Bauer
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 75 | No |
| Total Requested | 600 | 89% |
| Total Not Requested | 75 | 11% |
Option Package Details
Ford Taurus X Limited
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 75 | No |
| Total Requested | 600 | 89% |
| Total Not Requested | 75 | 11% |
| Limited Ultimate Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Heated second row seats | 200 | No |
| Power liftgate | 350 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 350 | 64% |
| Total Not Requested | 200 | 36% |
| Limited Convenience Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Power-adjustable pedals | 125 | No |
| Cargo net | 40 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 140 | 53% |
| Total Not Requested | 125 | 47% |
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