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Volkswagen Routan vs. Chevrolet Traverse Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Volkswagen Routan vs. Chevrolet Traverse Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $43,090

Chevrolet Traverse LT   
Difference: $2,085

Lowest Total Invoice: $40,531

Chevrolet Traverse LT   
Difference: $2,820

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20122012
ModelRoutanTraverse
TrimSEL PremiumLT
Body4dr Minivan, ext.4dr SUV
Base Price $44,280 $32,760
Base Invoice $42,465 $31,122
Engine-block heater 75 75
2LT Equipment Group   3,145
Entertainment system, ceiling-mounted   1,470
Navigation system   1,890
Leather seating surfaces   1,525
Second-row buckets   0
Sunroof   1,400
Engine-block heater 66 66
2LT Equipment Group   2,987
Entertainment system, ceiling-mounted   1,294
Navigation system   1,663
Leather seating surfaces   1,342
Second-row buckets   0
Sunroof   1,232
Options (change) 75 9,505
Options (change) 66 8,584
Destination 820 825
Total Price $45,175 $43,090
Total Invoice $43,351 $40,531

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Volkswagen Routan vs. Chevrolet Traverse

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Volkswagen Routan SEL Premium
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $2,135
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $1,230
Model Year20122012
ModelRoutanTraverse
TrimSEL PremiumLT
Body4dr Minivan, ext.4dr SUV
Engine283hp V6281hp V6
TransmissionT6T6
DrivetrainFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)17/25 MPG17/24 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)506, 9?, 10
Tire (rear if not all the same)225/65-17255/65-18
Total Price$45,175$43,090
Adjustments for Features-4,2200
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$40,955$43,090
Total Invoice$43,351$40,531
Adjustments for Features-4,0500
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$39,301$40,531

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Features Comparison: Volkswagen Routan vs. Chevrolet Traverse

Model Year20122012
ModelRoutanTraverse
TrimSEL PremiumLT
Body4dr Minivan, ext.4dr SUV
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1100$1100
FWD$0$0
Accessories 
Dual power sliding doors$800 
Power flip-out rear side windows$125 
Power-adjustable pedals$125 
Proximity key$250 
Sunshades, second row$125 
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
Rollover sensor $50
Cargo Management 
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 
Rain-sensing wipers$175 
Rear air vents with automatic controls$250 
Rear air vents with manual controls $150
Variable intermittent wipers $75
Exterior 
Bodyside cladding (gray/black) $250
Bodyside moldings$75 
Glass roof panel(s) $300
Rear bumper protector$40 
Infotainment 
Additional screen for entertainment system$200 
CD changer, in-dash$325 
CD player $125
iPod integration$100 
Media drive$15 
Satellite radio $200
Satellite radio - one year subscription$250 
Second DVD player for entertainment system$200 
Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation $225
USB port $25
Voice recorder$0 
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror$75 
Conversation mirror$25 
Interior ambient lighting$150 
Spotter mirror(s) $50
Xenon HID headlights$500 
Seats and Interior Trim 
Folding third row seats $600
Heated second row seats$200 
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat$50 
Memory system, driver seat$200 
Power height adjuster, passenger seat$100 
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat $100
Power recliner, third row seats$150 
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat$100 
Power-stowing third row seats$1000 
Tailgating position, third row seats$50 
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Alloy wheels$350 
Auto-leveling rear shocks$200 
Machined alloy wheels $350
Total Value of Features$8,570$4,350
Value of Feature Adjustments$4,220$0
Value of Feature Adjustments-4,0500

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See a complete comparison of Volkswagen Routan vs. Chevrolet Traverse features.

Specifications Comparison: Volkswagen Routan vs. Chevrolet Traverse

Model Year20122012
ModelRoutanTraverse
Body4dr Minivan, ext.4dr SUV
Wheelbase121.2 in118.9 in
Length202.5 in205.0 in
Width76.9 in78.4 in
Height68.9 in70.4 in
Curb Weight4,494 lb.4,790 lb.
Fuel Capacity20.5 gal.22.0 gal.
Row 1 Headroom37.2 in40.4 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room63.0 in62.0 in
Row 1 Hip Room0.0 in59.1 in
Row 1 Legroom40.6 in41.3 in
Row 2 Headroom39.2 in39.4 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room64.7 in61.3 in
Row 2 Hip Room0.0 in57.8 in
Row 2 Legroom36.3 in36.8 in
Row 3 Headroom37.9 in37.8 in
Row 3 Shoulder Room62.0 in57.6 in
Row 3 Hip Room0.0 in48.3 in
Row 3 Legroom31.8 in33.2 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum		32.3 ft324.4 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Behind R2		83.0 ft368.8 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum		140.6 ft3116.4 ft3

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See a complete comparison of Volkswagen Routan vs. Chevrolet Traverse specs.

Option Package Details
Chevrolet Traverse LT

Entertainment system, ceiling-mounted
FeatureValueRequested?
Entertainment system, ceiling-mounted1000Yes
AC power outlet100Yes
Surround sound250Yes
DVD-compatible player0Yes
USB port25No
Automatic climate control, front200Yes
Dual-zone climate control125Yes
Rear seat audio controls25No
Bose, 10 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Total Requested167581%
Total Not Requested40019%
Navigation system
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
Rearview camera200Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Traffic information25Yes
Total Requested925100%
Total Not Requested00%
Leather seating surfaces
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Power recliner, passenger seat100Yes
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Total Requested1100100%
Total Not Requested00%
Sunroof
FeatureValueRequested?
Sunroof900Yes
Glass roof panel(s)300No
Total Requested90075%
Total Not Requested30025%
2LT Equipment Group
FeatureValueRequested?
Automatic climate control, front200Yes
Heated front seats200Yes
Universal garage door opener100Yes
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Rearview camera200Yes
Power liftgate350Yes
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror75Yes
Dual-zone climate control125Yes
Remote start150Yes
Rear seat audio controls25No
Bose, 10 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
USB port25No
Total Requested155079%
Total Not Requested40021%

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