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Volkswagen Routan vs. Chevrolet Avalanche Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Volkswagen Routan vs. Chevrolet Avalanche Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $45,175

Volkswagen Routan SEL Premium   
Difference: $215

Lowest Total Invoice: $40,744

Chevrolet Avalanche LT   
Difference: $2,607

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year201220082008
ModelRoutanAvalancheAvalanche
TrimSEL PremiumLTLTZ
Body4dr Minivan, ext.4dr SUT4dr SUT
Base Price $44,280 $34,305 $40,825
Base Invoice $42,465 $31,389 $36,801
Engine-block heater 75 75 75
Sun, Entertainment, and Destinations Pkg.   3,790 3,790
3LT Equipment Group   3,190  
6.0L V8   1,095 1,095
4.1 axle ratio   100 100
Transmission cooler   95 95
Adaptive dampers - electrical   1,120  
Limited-slip rear differential   295  
Rain-sensing wipers   230  
Roof rails   195  
Engine-block heater 66 62 62
Sun, Entertainment, and Destinations Pkg.   3,146 3,146
3LT Equipment Group   2,648  
6.0L V8   909 909
4.1 axle ratio   83 83
Transmission cooler   79 79
Adaptive dampers - electrical   930  
Limited-slip rear differential   245  
Rain-sensing wipers   191  
Roof rails   162  
Options (change) 75 10,185 5,155
Options (change) 66 8,455 4,279
Destination 820 900 900
Total Price $45,175 $45,390 $46,880
Total Invoice $43,351 $40,744 $41,980

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Volkswagen Routan vs. Chevrolet Avalanche

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Volkswagen Routan SEL Premium
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $3,780
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $814
Model Year201220082008
ModelRoutanAvalancheAvalanche
TrimSEL PremiumLTLTZ
Body4dr Minivan, ext.4dr SUT4dr SUT
Engine283hp V6366hp V8366hp V8
TransmissionT6A4A4
DrivetrainFWDRWDRWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)17/25 MPG12/17 MPG12/17 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)506, 9200, 7200, 7
Tire (rear if not all the same)225/65-17265/70-17275/55-20
Total Price$45,175$45,390$46,880
Adjustments for Features-3,56500
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$41,610$45,390$46,880
Cost Above Minimum$0$0$1,490
Total Invoice$43,351$40,744$41,980
Adjustments for Features-3,42100
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$39,930$40,744$41,980
Cost Above Minimum$0$0$1,236

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Features Comparison: Volkswagen Routan vs. Chevrolet Avalanche

Model Year201220082008
ModelRoutanAvalancheAvalanche
TrimSEL PremiumLTLTZ
Body4dr Minivan, ext.4dr SUT4dr SUT
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1100  
4-speed automatic $800$800
FWD$0  
RWD $0$0
Accessories 
AC power outlet$100  
Dual power sliding doors$800  
Power flip-out rear side windows$125  
Power liftgate$350  
Proximity key$250  
Sunshades, second row$125  
Sunshades, third row$125  
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats$0  
Blind spot warning system$200  
Brake assist$50  
Cross-traffic warning, rear$100  
Full-size spare tire $225$225
Rollover sensor $50$50
Side curtain airbags $350$350
Side curtain airbags, three rows$500  
Temporary spare tire$150  
Cargo Management 
Cargo mat $40$40
Cargo net$40  
Class IV trailer hitch $300$300
Console without shifter $150$150
Midgate $400$400
Overhead console storage compartments$100  
Overhead sunglass holder$25  
Removable console$200  
Rigid bed cover $700$700
Second-row under-floor storage$150  
Sliding center console$50  
Storage compartment(s) in bed $100$100
Trailering equipment (4 wire)$125  
Trailering equipment (7 wire) $150$150
Climate Control 
Interior air filter$0  
Rear air vents $100$100
Rear air vents with automatic controls$250  
Rear HVAC unit$400  
Rear wiper$175  
Super-heated washer fluid $100$100
Drivetrain 
Limited-slip rear differential $300$300
Exterior 
Removable rear window $100$100
Running boards $350$350
Infotainment 
Additional screen for entertainment system$200  
Bluetooth cell phone link$100  
CD changer, in-dash$325  
CD player $125$125
iPod integration$100  
Media drive$15  
Satellite radio $200$200
Satellite radio - one year subscription$250  
Second DVD player for entertainment system$200  
Surround sound$250  
Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation $225$225
Traffic information$25  
Voice recorder$0  
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror$75  
Conversation mirror$25  
Interior ambient lighting$150  
Mirror tilt-down in reverse $25$25
Power-folding mirrors $50$50
Xenon HID headlights$500  
Seats and Interior Trim 
Door sill trim plates $100$100
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$150
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat $150$150
Power recliner, third row seats$150  
Power-stowing third row seats$1000  
Tailgating position, third row seats$50  
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Adaptive dampers - electrical $500$500
Alloy wheels$350$350 
Polished alloy wheels  $350
Total Value of Features$9,655$6,090$6,090
Value of Feature Adjustments$3,565$0$0
Value of Feature Adjustments-3,42100

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Specifications Comparison: Volkswagen Routan vs. Chevrolet Avalanche

Model Year20122008
ModelRoutanAvalanche
Body4dr Minivan, ext.4dr SUT
Wheelbase121.2 in130.0 in
Length202.5 in221.3 in
Width76.9 in79.1 in
Height68.9 in76.6 in
Curb Weight4,494 lb.5,842 lb.
Fuel Capacity20.5 gal.31.0 gal.
Row 1 Headroom37.2 in41.1 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room63.0 in65.3 in
Row 1 Hip Room0.0 in64.4 in
Row 1 Legroom40.6 in41.3 in
Row 2 Headroom39.2 in40.0 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room64.7 in65.2 in
Row 2 Hip Room0.0 in62.3 in
Row 2 Legroom36.3 in39.1 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 ft345.5 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Behind R2
83.0 ft345.5 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum
140.6 ft3101.1 ft3

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Option Package Details
Chevrolet Avalanche LT

Adaptive shocks - electrical
FeatureValueRequested?
Adaptive shocks - electrical500No
Auto-leveling rear shocks200Yes
Total Requested20029%
Total Not Requested50071%
Rain-sensing wipers
FeatureValueRequested?
Rain-sensing wipers100Yes
Super-heated washer fluid100No
Total Requested10050%
Total Not Requested10050%
Sun, Entertainment, and Destinations Pkg.
FeatureValueRequested?
Entertainment system, ceiling-mounted1000Yes
Navigation system600Yes
Sunroof900Yes
Rearview camera200Yes
DVD-compatible player0Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Total Requested2800100%
Total Not Requested00%
3LT Equipment Group
FeatureValueRequested?
Heated front seats200Yes
Power recliner, driver seat100Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat100No
Power recliner, passenger seat100Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat100No
Memory system, driver seat200Yes
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror75Yes
Power-adjustable pedals125Yes
Turn signals on or near mirrors25Yes
Power-folding mirrors50No
Bose, 200W, 7 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Perimeter approach lighting25No
Mirror tilt-down in reverse25No
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Automatic climate control, front200Yes
CD changer, in-dash200No
Universal garage door opener100Yes
Rear seat audio controls25No
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Remote start150Yes
Total Requested242573%
Total Not Requested87527%

Option Package Details
Chevrolet Avalanche LTZ

Sun, Entertainment, and Destinations Pkg.
FeatureValueRequested?
Entertainment system, ceiling-mounted1000Yes
Navigation system600Yes
Sunroof900Yes
Rearview camera200Yes
DVD-compatible player0Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Total Requested2800100%
Total Not Requested00%

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