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MINI Cooper vs. Volkswagen Passat Price Comparison

MINI Cooper vs Volkswagen Passat Price Comparison:
MINI Cooper vs Volkswagen Passat Price Comparison:

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Summary

For the MINI Cooper vs. Volkswagen Passat price comparison, we have first equipped the cars with selected features. The specific options added are shown in the Cooper vs. Passat Price Comparison table. If you want to know how much the Cooper and Passat will cost with the features you specified, this is the table to check. In this case, the Volkswagen Passat V6 SEL Premium's price is $2,989 lower than the MINI Cooper S's price

Each car includes features you didn't request, and that aren't included on the other car. In the Cooper vs. Passat Features Comparison table we've tallied these features up and assigned monetary values to them using the site's default values. For example, compared to the Volkswagen Passat V6 SEL Premium, the MINI Cooper S includes additional features worth $0. The TrueDelta Value Comparison figures include adjustments for most differences in feature content. However, they do not include advertising fees, factory-to-dealer incentives, or differences in engines, tires, seat configurations, and audio systems. Exceptions: They do include values for third-row seats and media players. Additional notes

0 In this case, after a $1685 adjustment for the Volkswagen Passat V6 SEL Premium's additional features, the Volkswagen Passat V6 SEL Premium is $2,989 less than the MINI Cooper S.

TrueDelta Value Comparison: MINI Cooper vs. Volkswagen Passat

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Volkswagen Passat V6 SEL Premium
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: 2,989
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: 626
Model Year20062012
ModelCooperPassat
TrimSV6 SEL Premium
Body2dr Hatch4dr Sedan
Engine208hp I4280hp V6
TransmissionM6S6
DrivetrainFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)25/32 MPG20/28 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers?, 6400, 9
Tire (rear if not all the same)205/45-17235/45-18
Total Price35,39934,095
Adjustments for Features0-1,685
Feature-Adjusted Total Price35,39932,410
Total Invoice31,68132,670
Adjustments for Features0-1,615
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice31,68131,055

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Invoice Comparison: MINI Cooper vs. Volkswagen Passat

Price Comparison (MSRP): MINI Cooper vs. Volkswagen Passat

The sticker prices, before adjusting for remaining feature differences. Usually these are the numbers you will see on the window stickers.

Models in short supply often sell at or even above these prices.

Lowest Total Price: Volkswagen Passat V6 SEL Premium
Difference: 1,304
Lowest Total Invoice: MINI Cooper S
Difference: 989
Model Year20062012
ModelCooperPassat
TrimSV6 SEL Premium
Body2dr Hatch4dr Sedan
Base Price20,90032,950
Base Invoice18,89231,600
Leather seating surfaces1,300 
Cold Weather Package300 
Premium Package1,400 
John Cooper Works Package6,300 
Sport Package1,400 
Metallic paint (extra cost)450 
Convenience Package400 
Satellite radio499 
Center armrest(s), front row200 
Navigation system1,700 
Rear spoiler 375
Leather seating surfaces 0
Cold Weather Package 0
Premium Package 0
John Cooper Works Package 0
Sport Package 0
Metallic paint (extra cost) 0
Convenience Package 0
Satellite radio 0
Center armrest(s), front row 0
Navigation system 0
Rear spoiler 300
Total options13,949375
Total options12,239300
Destination550770
Total Price35,39934,095
Total Invoice31,68132,670

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Features Comparison: MINI Cooper vs. Volkswagen Passat

Model Year20062012
ModelCooperPassat
TrimSV6 SEL Premium
Body2dr Hatch4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manual$150 
6-speed automated manual $1100
FWD$0$0
Accessories 
Power rear side windows $200
Proximity key $250
Remote start $150
Remote window/roof operation$15 
Tilt steering wheel, manual$150 
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual $250
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Brake assist $50
Tires, run-flat$150 
Cargo Management 
Air-conditioned storage compartment$50 
Cargo cover$75 
Overhead sunglass holder $25
Rear seat pass-through $100
Climate Control and Infotainment 
Aux input $100
Bluetooth audio streaming $25
Bluetooth cell phone link $100
Dual-zone climate control $125
DVD-compatible player $0
HD radio $100
iPod integration $150
Media drive, large $100
MP3-compatible player $50
Rain-sensing wipers$175 
Rear wiper$175 
Traffic information $50
Variable intermittent wipers $75
Voice control for nav and audio $100
Wiper de-icer$25 
Exterior 
Body kit (gray/black)$250 
Bodyside moldings $75
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)$50 
Hood scoop$100 
Panoramic sunroof$1200 
Sunroof $900
Wheel-lip moldings$75 
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Analog clock $25
Cornering lights $25
Headlight washers$50 
Xenon HID headlights$500 
Powertrain 
Limited-slip front differential$275 
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls $100
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row $50
Floor mats $75
Manual height adjuster, driver seat$50 
Manual height adjuster, passenger seat$50 
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat$50 
Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat$50 
Memory system, driver seat $200
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
Suede-like inserts in leather seats $0
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Sport suspension (upgrade)$0 
Total Value of Features$3,665$5,350
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$1,685
Value of Feature Adjustments0-1,615

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Specifications Comparison: MINI Cooper vs. Volkswagen Passat

Model Year20062012
ModelCooperPassat
Body2dr Hatch4dr Sedan
Wheelbase97.1 in110.4 in
Length143.1 in191.6 in
Width66.5 in72.2 in
Height55.4 in58.5 in
Curb Weight2,679 lb.3,446 lb.
Fuel Capacity13.2 gal.18.5 gal.
Row 1 Headroom38.8 in38.3 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room50.9 in56.9 in
Row 1 Legroom41.3 in42.4 in
Row 2 Headroom37.6 in37.8 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room44.7 in57.0 in
Row 2 Legroom31.3 in39.1 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum		5.6 ft315.9 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum		25.0 ft315.9 ft3

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Option Package Details
S

Cold Weather Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Heated mirrors25Yes
Heated300Yes
Heated windshield washer nozzles15Yes
Total Requested340100%
Total Not Requested00%
Premium Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Automatic climate control, front200Yes
Audio controls on steering wheel125Yes
Cruise control250Yes
Trip computer150Yes
Panoramic sunroof1200No
Total Requested72538%
Total Not Requested120062%
John Cooper Works Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Performance braking system250No
Limited-slip front differential275No
supercharged
1.6L I4
DOHC-4v
207 hp@6950
180 lb-ft@4000		1000Yes
Total Requested100066%
Total Not Requested52534%
Sport Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Stability control400Yes
Fog lights125Yes
Xenon HID headlights500No
Headlight washers50No
Hood stripes0No
205/45VR17 tires400No
Total Requested52536%
Total Not Requested95064%
Convenience Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Universal garage door opener100Yes
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Rain-sensing wipers100No
Automatic headlights100Yes
Total Requested35078%
Total Not Requested10022%

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Price of the MINI Cooper

Price of the MINI Cooper: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2007 2dr Hatch turbocharged 172hp 1.6L I4
6-speed shiftable automatic FWD		 Seems reasonably priced for a very sporty car
Price of the MINI Cooper: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2009 2dr Hatch turbocharged 208hp 1.6L I4
6-speed manual FWD		 It is expensive compared to similar vehicles. The build quality is better so I guess that is what you are paying for.
2008 2dr Hatch turbocharged 172hp 1.6L I4
6-speed shiftable automatic FWD		 No bargaining. Pricey with options
2006 2dr Hatch supercharged 168hp 1.6L I4
6-speed manual FWD		 Looking at the current cost of an S, it is far less of a value then when I bought mine. A comparable car to mine has risen in cost by roughly $3K+. Today at 28k with options lsd, xenons, leather and a few babbles it simply is too dear.
2006 2dr Hatch supercharged 168hp 1.6L I4
6-speed manual FWD		 Slightly overpriced compared to Civic, VW GTI, etc.
2005 2dr Hatch supercharged 168hp 1.6L I4
6-speed manual FWD		 The MINI is considered a "premium" car and the pricing reflects that.

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Price of the Volkswagen Passat

Price of the Volkswagen Passat: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2008 4dr Wagon turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4
6-speed shiftable automatic FWD		 You get a full size class interior and quality materials at a reasonable (for european vehicle) price.
2007 4dr Sedan turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4
6-speed shiftable automatic FWD		 You get(LUXE) MUCH more for the same as a base A4. VW also has incentives rarely matched.
2007 4dr Wagon turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4
6-speed shiftable automatic FWD		 Found price to be $3000 to $4000 less than comparable wagon with comparable room.
2007 4dr Sedan turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4
6-speed shiftable automatic FWD		 lease payments are low
2007 4dr Wagon 280-horsepower 3.6L V6
6-speed shiftable automatic FWD		 optimal price/features ratio
2002 4dr Sedan turbocharged 170hp 1.8L I4
5-speed shiftable automatic FWD		 This car was three years old. It was near the cutoff mileage where VW’s CPO would not cover the car. And it was priced to sell at 3K less than similar cars on the lot. If it had not sold that week it would have been sent to auction.
Price of the Volkswagen Passat: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2009 4dr Sedan turbocharged 140hp 2.0L I4 Diesel
6-speed manual FWD		 too expensive
2008 4dr Wagon turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4
6-speed shiftable automatic FWD		 Passat is a little more expensive than other cars.
2008 4dr Sedan turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4
6-speed shiftable automatic FWD		 My turbo four cost $26,000 with just rear side air bags, heated seats and floor mats as options. About $3500 over a similar Camry and Honda four.
2007 4dr Wagon turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4
6-speed manual FWD		 Price is higher than a comparable Japanese car like an Accord or Camry, although the Passat does pack way more features and the base Passat is much better equipped than the base Accord or Camry.
2006 4dr Sedan 280-horsepower 3.6L V6
6-speed shiftable automatic AWD		 4 motion is very $$$
2005 4dr Sedan turbocharged 170hp 1.8L I4
5-speed manual AWD		 Price a little on the high side becasue dealer does not compete in the Canadian market, it was sort of buy it or leave it. No incentaives like the US.
2004 4dr Sedan turbocharged 170hp 1.8L I4
5-speed shiftable automatic FWD		 so many options that add to sticker price
2004 4dr Sedan turbocharged 170hp 1.8L I4
5-speed shiftable automatic FWD		 Passats just got too expensive for the common folk Handling was good but everything else was a joke.
2003 4dr Sedan 190-horsepower 2.8L V6
5-speed shiftable automatic FWD		 The Passat is more expensive than other cars when new but you are paying for quality.

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