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

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Volkswagen Passat vs. Subaru Impreza / WRX Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $31,370

Subaru Impreza / WRX WRX Limited   
Difference: $4,185

Lowest Total Invoice: $29,385

Subaru Impreza / WRX WRX Limited   
Difference: $4,664

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20142012
ModelPassatImpreza / WRX
TrimV6 SEL PremiumWRX Limited
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $34,265 $29,095
Base Invoice $32,860 $27,405
Cargo net 95 55
Rear spoiler 375  
Navigation system   1,000
Universal garage door opener   85
Auto-dimming rearview mirror   165
Bodyside moldings   220
Cargo net 69 36
Rear spoiler 300  
Navigation system   888
Universal garage door opener   56
Auto-dimming rearview mirror   107
Bodyside moldings   143
Options (change) 470 1,525
Options (change) 369 1,230
Destination 820 750
Total Price $35,555 $31,370
Total Invoice $34,049 $29,385

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

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Subaru Impreza / WRX WRX Limited
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $2,075
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $2,643
Model Year20142012
ModelPassatImpreza / WRX
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, 9?, 6
Tire (rear if not all the same)235/45-18235/45-17
Total Price$35,555$31,370
Adjustments for Features-2,1100
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$33,445$31,370
Total Invoice$34,049$29,385
Adjustments for Features-2,0210
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$32,028$29,385

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Features Comparison: Volkswagen Passat vs. Subaru Impreza / WRX

Model Year20142012
ModelPassatImpreza / WRX
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 app$25 
Remote start$150 
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Rearview camera$200 
Rollover sensor $50
Cargo Management 
Overhead sunglass holder$25 
Rear seat pass-through$100 
Climate Control 
Dual-zone climate control$125 
Heated windshield washer nozzles$15 
Rear air vents$100 
Wiper de-icer $25
Exterior 
Body kit $0
Hood scoop $100
Infotainment 
DVD-compatible player$0 
HD radio$50 
iPod integration$100 
Media drive$15 
SD Card slot$25 
Telematics service, such as OnStar$200 
Traffic + travel information$25 
USB port $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, driver seat$100 
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat$100 
Synthetic suede inserts in seating surfaces$450 
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Sport suspension (upgrade) $0
Transmission 
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls$100 
Total Value of Features$4,780$2,670
Value of Feature Adjustments$2,110$0
Value of Feature Adjustments-2,0210

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Specifications Comparison: Volkswagen Passat vs. Subaru Impreza / WRX

Model Year20142012
ModelPassatImpreza / WRX
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase110.4 in104.1 in
Length191.6 in180.3 in
Width72.2 in68.5 in
Height58.5 in57.6 in
Curb Weight3,446 lb.3,208 lb.
Fuel Capacity18.5 gal.14.6 gal.
Row 1 Headroom38.3 in39.7 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room56.9 in55.6 in
Row 1 Hip Room0.0 in53.2 in
Row 1 Legroom42.4 in43.5 in
Row 2 Headroom37.8 in37.2 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room57.0 in54.2 in
Row 2 Hip Room0.0 in52.2 in
Row 2 Legroom39.1 in35.4 in
Cargo Volume15.9 ft312.0 ft3

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Option Package Details
Subaru Impreza / WRX WRX Limited

Navigation system
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
Satellite radio200Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100No
Total Requested80089%
Total Not Requested10011%
Auto-dimming rearview mirror
FeatureValueRequested?
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Compass0No
Total Requested150100%
Total Not Requested00%

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