Scion tC vs. Volkswagen Golf / Rabbit / GTI Price Comparison
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For the Scion tC vs. Volkswagen Golf / Rabbit / GTI price comparison, we have first equipped the cars with selected features. The specific options added are shown in the tC vs. Golf / Rabbit / GTI Price Comparison table. If you want to know how much the tC and Golf / Rabbit / GTI will cost with the features you specified, this is the table to check. In this case, the Scion tC's price is $2,127 lower than the Volkswagen Golf / Rabbit / GTI's price |
TrueDelta Value Comparison: Scion tC vs. Volkswagen Golf / Rabbit / GTI
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Scion tC | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: 2,127 | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: 2,394 | ||
| Model Year | 2007 | 2012 |
| Model | tC | Golf / Rabbit / GTI |
| Trim | Base | Base |
| Body | 2dr Hatch | 2dr Hatch |
| Engine | 161hp I4 | 170hp I5 |
| Transmission | A4 | T6 |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | 23/31 MPG | 24/31 MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers | 160, 6 | ?, 8 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 215/45-17 | 195/65-15 |
| Total Price | 19,088 | 22,760 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -1,545 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | 19,088 | 21,215 |
| Total Invoice | 17,963 | 21,840 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -1,483 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | 17,963 | 20,357 |
Invoice Comparison: Scion tC vs. Volkswagen Golf / Rabbit / GTI
Price Comparison (MSRP): Scion tC vs. Volkswagen Golf / Rabbit / GTIThe 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.
Models in short supply often sell at or even above these prices.
| Lowest Total Price: Scion tC | ||
| Difference: 3,672 | ||
| Lowest Total Invoice: Scion tC | ||
| Difference: 3,877 | ||
| Model Year | 2007 | 2012 |
| Model | tC | Golf / Rabbit / GTI |
| Trim | Base | Base |
| Body | 2dr Hatch | 2dr Hatch |
| Base Price | 16,400 | 17,995 |
| Base Invoice | 15,580 | 17,275 |
| Side curtain airbags | 650 | |
| All-weather floor mats | 145 | 235 |
| Satellite radio | 449 | |
| Cargo mat | 104 | |
| 4-speed automatic | 800 | |
| Convenience and Sunroof Package | 2,660 | |
| 6-speed shiftable automatic | 1,100 | |
| Side curtain airbags | 0 | |
| All-weather floor mats | 185 | |
| Satellite radio | 0 | |
| Cargo mat | 0 | |
| 4-speed automatic | 0 | |
| Convenience and Sunroof Package | 2,554 | |
| 6-speed shiftable automatic | 1,056 | |
| Total options | 2,148 | 3,995 |
| Total options | 1,843 | 3,795 |
| Destination | 540 | 770 |
| Total Price | 19,088 | 22,760 |
| Total Invoice | 17,963 | 21,840 |
While we strive for accuracy, the site is not error-free, and prices can change at any time.
Features Comparison: Scion tC vs. Volkswagen Golf / Rabbit / GTI
| Model Year | 2007 | 2012 |
| Model | tC | Golf / Rabbit / GTI |
| Trim | Base | Base |
| Body | 2dr Hatch | 2dr Hatch |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||
| 4-speed automatic | $800 | |
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | |
| FWD | $0 | $0 |
| Accessories | ||
| Tilt steering wheel, manual | $150 | |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||
| Brake assist | $50 | |
| Front seat active head restraints | $50 | |
| Knee airbag, driver | $100 | |
| Stability control | $400 | |
| Traction control | $100 | |
| Cargo Management | ||
| Air-conditioned storage compartment | $50 | |
| Rear seat pass-through | $100 | |
| Climate Control and Infotainment | ||
| Audio controls on steering wheel | $125 | |
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | $100 | |
| CD changer, in-dash | $325 | |
| CD player | $125 | |
| HD radio | $100 | |
| Heated windshield washer nozzles | $15 | |
| Interior air filter | $25 | |
| iPod integration | $150 | |
| Rear wiper | $175 | |
| Exterior | ||
| Panoramic sunroof | $1200 | |
| Sunroof | $900 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||
| Automatic-off headlights | $25 | |
| Compass | $25 | |
| Heated mirrors | $25 | |
| Illuminated visor mirror, driver | $50 | |
| Illuminated visor mirror, passenger | $50 | |
| Trip computer | $150 | |
| Visor mirror, driver | $10 | |
| Visor mirror, passenger | $10 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||
| Center armrest(s), second row | $50 | |
| Folding passenger seat | $150 | |
| Heated front seats | $300 | |
| Manual height adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | |
| Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $50 | |
| Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | |
| Manual recliner, second row seats | $75 | |
| Manual tilt adjuster, driver seat | $50 | |
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||
| Alloy wheels | $350 | |
| Total Value of Features | $3,170 | $4,715 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $1,545 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | -1,483 |
Specifications Comparison: Scion tC vs. Volkswagen Golf / Rabbit / GTI
| Model Year | 2007 | 2012 |
| Model | tC | Golf / Rabbit / GTI |
| Body | 2dr Hatch | 2dr Hatch |
| Wheelbase | 106.3 in | 101.5 in |
| Length | 174.0 in | 165.4 in |
| Width | 69.1 in | 70.3 in |
| Height | 55.7 in | 58.3 in |
| Curb Weight | 2,970 lb. | 3,025 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 14.5 gal. | 14.5 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 37.6 in | 39.3 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 54.3 in | 54.7 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 53.2 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 41.6 in | 41.2 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 36.6 in | 38.5 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 50.0 in | 52.8 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 47.3 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 33.6 in | 35.5 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 12.8 ft3 | 15.0 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 35.4 ft3 | 46.0 ft3 |
Option Package Details
| All-weather floor mats | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| All-weather floor mats | 50 | Yes |
| Cargo mat | 40 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 90 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Convenience and Sunroof Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Sunroof | 900 | Yes |
| Satellite radio | 200 | Yes |
| iPod integration | 150 | No |
| CD changer, in-dash | 200 | No |
| HD radio | 100 | No |
| Digital media reader | 25 | No |
| Heated front seats | 300 | No |
| Center armrest(s), front row | 75 | Yes |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | 100 | No |
| Heated windshield washer nozzles | 15 | No |
| Bluetooth audio streaming | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 1175 | 56% |
| Total Not Requested | 915 | 44% |
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What Our Members Are Saying about the Price of the Scion tC
| Price of the Scion tC: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2008 | 2dr Hatch 161-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
The price was the real deal braker for us. The overall value and package you get for such a low price is hard to resist. |
| 2007 | 2dr Hatch 160-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
Good value for the price |
| 2006 | 2dr Hatch 160-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
Incredible combination of performance, comfort, and looks for the price. |
| 2006 | 2dr Hatch 160-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
Cost is very reasonable. |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Price of the Volkswagen Golf / Rabbit / GTI
| Price of the Volkswagen Golf / Rabbit / GTI: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2013 | 4dr Hatch turbocharged 140hp 2.0L I4 Diesel 6-speed manual FWD |
The TDI was more than $7,000 cheaper than a Golf R. You have to really want the R to pay the premium. I wanted it more than my wife did. Guess who won? Three months later, I'm very happy with the economy but feeling no pain as the car is still great to drive everyday. |
| 2011 | 4dr Hatch turbocharged 140hp 2.0L I4 Diesel 6-speed automated manual FWD |
For 35 percent less monthly than the BMW I can own the car rather than lease. |
| 2010 | 2dr Hatch 170-horsepower 2.5L I5 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
For the amount of standard equipment (ESP, 6-speed tiptronic, 170 hp engine), it is actually cheaper than a similarly configured Honda Civic or even Fit. Great value for money. |
| 2009 | 2dr Hatch 170-horsepower 2.5L I5 5-speed manual FWD |
Relatively low payment, get lots of nonstandard options as standard on VWs |
| 2008 | 2dr Hatch 250-horsepower 3.2L V6 6-speed automated manual AWD |
Purchased as a used-corp. leased vehicle at a 30%+ discount |
| 2008 | 2dr Hatch 250-horsepower 3.2L V6 6-speed automated manual AWD |
I paid 23K for a 2008 with 6K miles. |
| 2008 | 2dr Hatch turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
Reasonable trade-in value on the 2002 GTI, + incentives, "drive-away" lease program = $88/month. |
| 2007 | 2dr Hatch 150-horsepower 2.5L I5 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Great value for the engineering and materials |
| 2007 | 2dr Hatch 150-horsepower 2.5L I5 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
For about $17,000, the best package of standard equipment available today! Aircon, 4-wheel disk brakes, stability control, electric-assist power steering, power everything, remote entry, alarm, zippy 2.5 liter engine, comfortable seats, large cargo room |
| 2007 | 2dr Hatch turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
The GTI was much cheaper then most other cars I was considering (3-series, A4, 9-3, TSX, and G35). |
| 2002 | 4dr Hatch 115-horsepower 2.0L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
$15,000 is a good price given that it carries 4 people+ gear in good comfort, gets decent fuel economy, and has an interior looking at least one class above. |
| Price of the Volkswagen Golf / Rabbit / GTI: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2012 | 2dr Hatch 170-horsepower 2.5L I5 5-speed manual FWD |
I mentioned earlier that the Golf is still assembled in Wolfsburg, Germany, and hasn't been moved to any of VW's new world plants. This might be a mark in its favor vis-à-vis quality control, but the Euro-dollar exchange rate is not your friend on this model. 18K is a steep base price in this segment (although, to be fair, you often have to step up to some kind of "sport" trim line in other cars to get remotely competitive refinement). Things only get worse from here, as the jump to a GTI or a TDI is quite brutal. But if you just remind yourself that you're buying into the cheapest European car to be had in the United States, a car of exquisite refinement, I find that the sting goes away very quickly! |
| 2010 | 4dr Hatch turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed automated manual FWD |
There are many other similarly sized cars that cost much less. The extra cost gets you the better handling, faster engine, and higher quality interior. |
| 2009 | 2dr Hatch 170-horsepower 2.5L I5 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
not willing to deal at all, I get a supplier discount and it didnt matter |
| 2008 | 2dr Hatch turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
they are a little pricey compared to others with similar MPG |
| 2007 | 2dr Hatch turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
Pretty expensive to buy in Canada |
| 2006 | 4dr Hatch turbocharged 100hp 1.9L I4 Diesel 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
VW golf seems to be priced a lot higher than equivalent japanese or north american compact cars. |
| 2005 | 2dr Hatch turbocharged 180hp 1.8L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
The price was more than a Passat |
