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Volkswagen Routan vs. BMW 3-Series Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Volkswagen Routan vs. BMW 3-Series Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $44,195

BMW 3-Series 328i   
Difference: $905

Lowest Total Invoice: $40,635

BMW 3-Series 328i   
Difference: $2,650

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20122007
ModelRoutan3-Series
TrimSEL Premium328i
Body4dr Minivan, ext.4dr Wagon
Base Price $44,280 $34,200
Base Invoice $42,465 $31,465
Premium Package   3,250
Steering-linked headlights   800
Navigation system   2,100
Sunshades, second row   250
Satellite radio   595
Proximity key   500
Heated front seats   500
iPod integration   400
Obstacle detection, rear   350
Metallic paint (extra cost)   475
Premium Package   2,960
Steering-linked headlights   730
Navigation system   1,910
Sunshades, second row   230
Satellite radio   540
Proximity key   455
Heated front seats   455
iPod integration   365
Obstacle detection, rear   320
Metallic paint (extra cost)   430
Options (change) 0 9,220
Options (change) 0 8,395
Destination 820 775
Total Price $45,100 $44,195
Total Invoice $43,285 $40,635

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Volkswagen Routan vs. BMW 3-Series

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Volkswagen Routan SEL Premium
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $5,630
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $3,622
Model Year20122007
ModelRoutan3-Series
TrimSEL Premium328i
Body4dr Minivan, ext.4dr Wagon
Engine283hp V6230hp I6
TransmissionT6M6
DrivetrainFWDRWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)506, 9?, 10
Tire (rear if not all the same)225/65-17205/55-16
Total Price$45,100$44,195
Adjustments for Features-6,5350
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$38,565$44,195
Total Invoice$43,285$40,635
Adjustments for Features-6,2720
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$37,013$40,635

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Features Comparison: Volkswagen Routan vs. BMW 3-Series

Model Year20122007
ModelRoutan3-Series
TrimSEL Premium328i
Body4dr Minivan, ext.4dr Wagon
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1100 
6-speed manual $150
FWD$0 
RWD $0
Accessories 
AC power outlet$100 
Dual power sliding doors$800 
Power flip-out rear side windows$125 
Power liftgate$350 
Power-adjustable pedals$125 
Remote start$150 
Remote window/roof operation $15
Sunshades, third row$125 
Tilt steering wheel, manual$150 
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual $250
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats$0 
Blind spot warning system$200 
Cross-traffic warning, rear$100 
Front side airbags $350
Rearview camera$200 
Side curtain airbags $350
Side curtain airbags, three rows$500 
Tires, run-flat $150
Cargo Management 
Air-conditioned storage compartment $50
Cargo area partition net $40
Cargo cover $75
Cargo net$40 
Console with shifter $150
Overhead console storage compartments$100 
Overhead sunglass holder$25 
Removable console$200 
Second-row under-floor storage$150 
Sliding center console$50 
Trailering equipment (4 wire)$125 
Climate Control 
Heated windshield washer nozzles $15
Rear air vents with automatic controls$250 
Rear air vents with manual controls $150
Rear HVAC unit$400 
Residual heat $50
Exterior 
Bodyside moldings$75 
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) $25
Deep-tinted rear windows$275 
Panoramic sunroof $1200
Rear spoiler$200 
Sunroof$900 
Infotainment 
Additional screen for entertainment system$200 
CD changer, in-dash$325 
CD player $125
DVD-compatible player$0 
Entertainment system, ceiling-mounted$1000 
Media drive$15 
Second DVD player for entertainment system$200 
Surround sound$250 
Telematics service, such as OnStar $200
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Conversation mirror$25 
Mirror tilt-down in reverse $25
Power-folding mirrors $50
Steering-linked headlights $150
Seats and Interior Trim 
Floor mats$75 
Heated second row seats$200 
Manual fore-aft adjuster, second row seats$75 
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat$50 
Manual recliner, second row seats$75 
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat $150
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat $150
Power recliner, third row seats$150 
Power-stowing third row seats$1000 
Tailgating position, third row seats$50 
Wood trim $300
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Auto-leveling rear shocks$200 
Total Value of Features$10,705$4,170
Value of Feature Adjustments$6,535$0
Value of Feature Adjustments-6,2720

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Specifications Comparison: Volkswagen Routan vs. BMW 3-Series

Model Year20122007
ModelRoutan3-Series
Body4dr Minivan, ext.4dr Wagon
Wheelbase121.2 in108.7 in
Length202.5 in178.2 in
Width76.9 in71.5 in
Height68.9 in55.8 in
Curb Weight4,495 lb.3,463 lb.
Fuel Capacity20.5 gal.15.9 gal.
Row 1 Headroom37.2 in38.5 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room63.0 in55.4 in
Row 1 Legroom40.6 in41.5 in
Row 2 Headroom39.2 in38.0 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room64.7 in55.1 in
Row 2 Legroom36.3 in34.6 in
Row 3 Headroom37.9 in0.0 in
Row 3 Shoulder Room62.0 in0.0 in
Row 3 Legroom31.8 in0.0 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum
32.3 ft324.8 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Behind R2
83.0 ft324.8 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum
140.6 ft358.0 ft3

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Option Package Details
BMW 3-Series 328i

Steering-linked headlights
FeatureValueRequested?
Steering-linked headlights150No
Xenon HID headlights500Yes
Total Requested50077%
Total Not Requested15023%
Navigation system
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Traffic information25Yes
Total Requested725100%
Total Not Requested00%
Premium Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat150No
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat150No
Universal garage door opener100Yes
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Telematics service, such as OnStar200No
Bluetooth cell phone link100Yes
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror75Yes
Compass0Yes
Power-folding mirrors50No
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror75Yes
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power recliner, driver seat100Yes
Power recliner, passenger seat100Yes
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Memory system, driver seat200Yes
Power height adjuster, passenger seat50Yes
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power height adjuster, driver seat50Yes
Total Requested230081%
Total Not Requested55019%

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