Volkswagen Passat Volkswagen Passat 2014 Mini Hardtop Mini Hardtop 2012

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Volkswagen Passat vs. Mini Hardtop Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Volkswagen Passat vs. Mini Hardtop Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $35,460

Volkswagen Passat V6 SEL Premium   
Difference: $2,990

Lowest Total Invoice: $33,980

Volkswagen Passat V6 SEL Premium   
Difference: $777

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20142012
ModelPassatHardtop
TrimV6 SEL PremiumCooper S
Body4dr Sedan2dr Hatch
Base Price $34,265 $23,100
Base Invoice $32,860 $20,872
Rear spoiler 375  
John Cooper Works   6,800
Leather seating surfaces   1,500
MINI Connected with navigation   1,750
Center armrest(s), front row   250
Panoramic sunroof   1,000
Automatic climate control, front   500
Proximity key   500
Universal garage door opener   250
Auto-dimming rearview mirror   250
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror   250
Compass   100
Automatic headlights   250
Metallic paint (extra cost)   500
Cold Weather Package   750
Rear spoiler 300  
John Cooper Works   6,120
Leather seating surfaces   1,350
MINI Connected with navigation   1,575
Center armrest(s), front row   225
Panoramic sunroof   900
Automatic climate control, front   450
Proximity key   450
Universal garage door opener   225
Auto-dimming rearview mirror   225
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror   225
Compass   90
Automatic headlights   225
Metallic paint (extra cost)   450
Cold Weather Package   675
Options (change) 375 14,650
Options (change) 300 13,185
Destination 820 700
Total Price $35,460 $38,450
Total Invoice $33,980 $34,757

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Volkswagen Passat vs. Mini Hardtop

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Volkswagen Passat V6 SEL Premium
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $5,015
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $2,717
Model Year20142012
ModelPassatHardtop
TrimV6 SEL PremiumCooper S
Body4dr Sedan2dr Hatch
Engine280hp V6208hp I4
TransmissionS6M6
DrivetrainFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)20/28 MPG25/33 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)400, 9?, 6
Tire (rear if not all the same)235/45-18205/45-17
Total Price$35,460$38,450
Adjustments for Features-2,0250
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$33,435$38,450
Total Invoice$33,980$34,757
Adjustments for Features-1,9400
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$32,040$34,757

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Features Comparison: Volkswagen Passat vs. Mini Hardtop

Model Year20142012
ModelPassatHardtop
TrimV6 SEL PremiumCooper S
Body4dr Sedan2dr Hatch
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed automated manual$1100 
6-speed manual $150
FWD$0$0
Accessories 
Power rear side windows$200 
Remote app$25 
Remote start$150 
Remote window/roof operation $15
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Rearview camera$200 
Temporary spare tire$150 
Tires, run-flat $150
Cargo Management 
Air-conditioned storage compartment $50
Cargo cover $75
Overhead sunglass holder$25 
Rear seat pass-through$100 
Climate Control 
Automatic air recirculation $100
Dual-zone climate control$125 
Rain-sensing wipers $175
Rear air vents$100 
Rear wiper $175
Variable intermittent wipers$75 
Wiper de-icer $25
Exterior 
Body kit $0
Bodyside moldings$75 
Bright-finished fuel door $100
Hood scoop $100
Panoramic sunroof $1200
Sunroof$900 
Wheel-lip moldings $75
Infotainment 
App support $0
DVD-compatible player$0 
Media drive$15 
Satellite radio$200 
Satellite radio - one year subscription $250
SD Card slot$25 
Telematics service, such as OnStar$200 
Traffic + travel information$25 
Traffic information $25
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 
Power-folding mirrors $50
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row$50 
Door sill trim plates $100
Manual height adjuster, driver seat $50
Manual height adjuster, passenger seat $50
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat $50
Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat $50
Memory system, driver seat$200 
Metal pedals $75
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat$100 
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat$100 
Power height adjuster, driver 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, driver seat$100 
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat$100 
Synthetic suede inserts in seating surfaces$450 
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Electronic systems calibration selector $200
Transmission 
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls$100 
Total Value of Features$5,565$3,540
Value of Feature Adjustments$2,025$0
Value of Feature Adjustments-1,9400

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Specifications Comparison: Volkswagen Passat vs. Mini Hardtop

Model Year20142012
ModelPassatHardtop
Body4dr Sedan2dr Hatch
Wheelbase110.4 in97.1 in
Length191.6 in145.6 in
Width72.2 in66.3 in
Height58.5 in55.4 in
Curb Weight3,446 lb.2,679 lb.
Fuel Capacity18.5 gal.10.6 gal.
Row 1 Headroom38.3 in38.8 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room56.9 in50.3 in
Row 1 Legroom42.4 in41.4 in
Row 2 Headroom37.8 in37.6 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room57.0 in44.7 in
Row 2 Legroom39.1 in29.9 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum
15.9 ft35.7 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum
15.924.0 ft3

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Option Package Details
Mini Hardtop Cooper S

Leather seating surfaces
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces450Yes
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat50Yes
Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat50Yes
Total Requested550100%
Total Not Requested00%
Automatic climate control, front
FeatureValueRequested?
Automatic climate control, front200Yes
Automatic air recirculation100No
Total Requested20067%
Total Not Requested10033%
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror
FeatureValueRequested?
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror75No
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror75No
Total Requested00%
Total Not Requested150100%
Automatic headlights
FeatureValueRequested?
Automatic headlights100Yes
Rain-sensing wipers100No
Total Requested10050%
Total Not Requested10050%
John Cooper Works
FeatureValueRequested?
Performance braking system (optional)250No
turbocharged
1.6L I4
DOHC-4v
208 hp@6000
192 lb-ft@1850
1000Yes
Body kit0No
Upgraded stability control0No
Electronic differential lock0No
205/45WR17 tires400No
Total Requested100061%
Total Not Requested65039%
MINI Connected with navigation
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100No
Traffic information25Yes
Bluetooth cell phone link100Yes
iPod integration100Yes
Smartphone integration0No
Bluetooth audio streaming25Yes
App support0No
Total Requested85089%
Total Not Requested10011%
Cold Weather Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Heated mirrors25Yes
Heated front seats200Yes
Power-folding mirrors50No
Heated windshield washer nozzles15Yes
Total Requested24083%
Total Not Requested5017%

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