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Volkswagen Passat vs. Subaru Impreza / WRX / STI Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Volkswagen Passat vs. Subaru Impreza / WRX / STI Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $31,697

Subaru Impreza / WRX / STI WRX Limited   
Difference: $2,493

Lowest Total Invoice: $29,617

Subaru Impreza / WRX / STI WRX Limited   
Difference: $3,122

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20122010
ModelPassatImpreza / WRX / STI
TrimV6 SEL PremiumWRX Limited
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $32,950 $28,495
Base Invoice $31,600 $26,848
Rear spoiler 375  
Cargo net 95 32
Navigation system   2,000
Universal garage door opener   85
Auto-dimming rearview mirror   192
Bodyside moldings   198
Rear spoiler 300  
Cargo net 69 28
Navigation system   1,737
Universal garage door opener   55
Auto-dimming rearview mirror   125
Bodyside moldings   129
Options (change) 470 2,507
Options (change) 369 2,074
Destination 770 695
Total Price $34,190 $31,697
Total Invoice $32,739 $29,617

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Volkswagen Passat vs. Subaru Impreza / WRX / STI

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Subaru Impreza / WRX / STI WRX Limited
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $1,183
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $1,868
Model Year20122010
ModelPassatImpreza / WRX / STI
TrimV6 SEL PremiumWRX Limited
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine280hp V6265hp H4
TransmissionS6M5
DrivetrainFWDAWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)20/28 MPG19/25 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)400, 9100, 10
Tire (rear if not all the same)235/45-18225/40-17
Total Price$34,190$31,697
Adjustments for Features-1,3100
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$32,880$31,697
Total Invoice$32,739$29,617
Adjustments for Features-1,2540
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$31,485$29,617

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Features Comparison: Volkswagen Passat vs. Subaru Impreza / WRX / STI

Model Year20122010
ModelPassatImpreza / WRX / STI
TrimV6 SEL PremiumWRX Limited
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed automated manual$1100 
5-speed manual $0
FWD$0 
AWD $1700
Accessories 
Proximity key$250 
Remote start$150 
Cargo Management 
Overhead sunglass holder$25 
Rear seat pass-through$100 
Climate Control 
Dual-zone climate control$125 
Heated windshield washer nozzles$15 
Wiper de-icer $25
Exterior 
Body kit $0
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) $25
Hood scoop $100
Infotainment 
Bluetooth audio streaming$25 
DVD-compatible player$0 
HD radio$50 
iPod integration$100 
Media drive$15 
SD Card slot$25 
Traffic information$25 
Voice control for nav and audio$100 
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Analog clock$25 
Automatic headlights$125 
Automatic-off headlights $25
Compass $0
Cornering lights$50 
Illuminated visor mirror, driver$50 
Illuminated visor mirror, passenger$50 
Interior ambient lighting$150 
Turn signals on or near mirrors$25 
Visor mirror, driver $10
Visor mirror, passenger $10
Xenon HID headlights $500
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row$50 
Manual height adjuster, driver 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, passenger seat$100 
Synthetic suede inserts in leather seating surfaces$0 
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Sport suspension (upgrade) $0
Transmission 
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls$100 
Total Value of Features$3,830$2,520
Value of Feature Adjustments$1,310$0
Value of Feature Adjustments-1,2540

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Specifications Comparison: Volkswagen Passat vs. Subaru Impreza / WRX / STI

Model Year20122010
ModelPassatImpreza / WRX / STI
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase110.4 in103.1 in
Length191.6 in180.3 in
Width72.2 in68.5 in
Height58.5 in58.1 in
Curb Weight3,446 lb.3,175 lb.
Fuel Capacity18.5 gal.16.9 gal.
Row 1 Headroom38.3 in40.3 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room56.9 in54.8 in
Row 1 Legroom42.4 in43.5 in
Row 2 Headroom37.8 in37.6 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room57.0 in53.2 in
Row 2 Legroom39.1 in33.5 in
Cargo Volume15.9 ft311.3 ft3

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Option Package Details
Subaru Impreza / WRX / STI WRX Limited

Navigation system
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
Bluetooth cell phone link100Yes
Satellite radio200Yes
Total Requested900100%
Total Not Requested00%
Auto-dimming rearview mirror
FeatureValueRequested?
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Compass0No
Total Requested150100%
Total Not Requested00%

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