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Toyota Matrix vs. Volkswagen Jetta Price Comparison

Toyota Matrix vs Volkswagen Jetta Price Comparison:
Toyota Matrix vs Volkswagen Jetta Price Comparison:

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For the Toyota Matrix vs. Volkswagen Jetta price comparison, we have first equipped the cars with selected features. The specific options added are shown in the Matrix vs. Jetta Price Comparison table. If you want to know how much the Matrix and Jetta will cost with the features you specified, this is the table to check. In this case, the Volkswagen Jetta SE's price is $1,125 lower than the Toyota Matrix S's price

Each car includes features you didn't request, and that aren't included on the other car. In the Matrix vs. Jetta 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 Jetta SE, the Toyota Matrix 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 $620 adjustment for the Volkswagen Jetta SE's additional features, the Volkswagen Jetta SE is $1,125 less than the Toyota Matrix S.

TrueDelta Value Comparison: Toyota Matrix vs. Volkswagen Jetta

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Volkswagen Jetta SE
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: 1,125
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: 225
Model Year2011201220122012
ModelMatrixJettaJettaJetta
TrimSSESELSEL Premium
Body4dr Hatch4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine158hp I4170hp I5170hp I5170hp I5
TransmissionT5T6T6T6
DrivetrainFWDFWDFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)21/29 MPG24/31 MPG24/31 MPG24/31 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers?, 6?, 6400, 9400, 9
Tire (rear if not all the same)215/45-17205/55-16225/45-17225/45-17
Total Price24,16523,66025,69025,950
Adjustments for Features0-620-1,945-1,945
Feature-Adjusted Total Price24,16523,04023,74524,005
Cost Above Minimum00705965
Total Invoice22,31722,68624,63324,883
Adjustments for Features0-594-1,865-1,865
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice22,31722,09222,76823,018
Cost Above Minimum00676926

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Invoice Comparison: Toyota Matrix vs. Volkswagen Jetta

Price Comparison (MSRP): Toyota Matrix vs. Volkswagen Jetta

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 Jetta SE
Difference: 505
Lowest Total Invoice: Toyota Matrix S
Difference: 369
Model Year2011201220122012
ModelMatrixJettaJettaJetta
TrimSSESELSEL Premium
Body4dr Hatch4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price19,56518,72523,44524,805
Base Invoice18,09717,97722,50723,813
Sport Package1,240   
Premium Package1,410   
5-speed shiftable automatic1,190   
FWD0   
Convenience Package 1,350  
Rear spoiler 375375375
Sunroof 1,340  
6-speed shiftable automatic 1,1001,100 
Sport Package 00 
Premium Package 00 
5-speed shiftable automatic 00 
FWD 00 
Convenience Package 1,2960 
Rear spoiler 300300 
Sunroof 1,2870 
6-speed shiftable automatic 1,0561,056 
Total options3,8404,1651,475375
Total options3,4603,9391,356300
Destination760770770770
Total Price24,16523,66025,69025,950
Total Invoice22,31722,68624,63324,883

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While we strive for accuracy, the site is not error-free, and prices can change at any time.

 

Features Comparison: Toyota Matrix vs. Volkswagen Jetta

Model Year2011201220122012
ModelMatrixJettaJettaJetta
TrimSSESELSEL Premium
Body4dr Hatch4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
5-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1000   
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic $1100$1100$1100
FWD$0$0$0$0
Accessories 
AC power outlet$100   
Proximity key  $250$250
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
4-wheel disc brakes$150 $150$150
Compact spare tire$75   
Full-size spare tire $225$225$225
Cargo Management 
Cargo cover$75   
Rear seat pass-through $100$100$100
Climate Control and Infotainment 
CD changer, in-dash $325$325$325
CD player$125   
HD radio $100$100$100
Heated windshield washer nozzles $15$15$15
Interior air filter$25   
Navigation system  $600$600
Rear wiper$175   
SD Card slot $25$25$25
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Fog lights$125 $125$125
Illuminated visor mirror, driver $50$50$50
Illuminated visor mirror, passenger $50$50$50
Trip computer  $150$150
Turn signals on or near mirrors $25$25$25
Visor mirror, driver$10   
Visor mirror, passenger$10   
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row $50$50$50
Floor mats $75$75$75
Folding passenger seat$150   
Heated front seats $300$300$300
Leather-wrapped steering wheel $150$150$150
Manual height adjuster, passenger seat $50$50$50
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat  $50$50
Soft-touch instrument panel (optional)   $0
Vinyl upholstery $0$0$0
Total Value of Features$2,020$2,640$3,965$3,965
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$620$1,945$1,945
Value of Feature Adjustments0-594-1,865-1,865

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Specifications Comparison: Toyota Matrix vs. Volkswagen Jetta

Model Year20112012
ModelMatrixJetta
Body4dr Hatch4dr Sedan
Wheelbase102.4 in104.4 in
Length171.9 in182.2 in
Width69.5 in70.0 in
Height61.4 in57.2 in
Curb Weight3,140 lb.3,082 lb.
Fuel Capacity13.2 gal.14.5 gal.
Row 1 Headroom40.5 in38.2 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room53.3 in55.2 in
Row 1 Hip Room52.3 in0.0 in
Row 1 Legroom41.6 in41.2 in
Row 2 Headroom39.3 in37.1 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room52.6 in53.6 in
Row 2 Hip Room43.7 in0.0 in
Row 2 Legroom36.2 in38.1 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum		19.8 ft315.5 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum		61.5 ft315.5 ft3

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Option Package Details
S

Sport Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Alloy wheels350Yes
Rear spoiler200Yes
215/45WR17 tires400No
Front air dam (optional)0No
Rear underbody spoiler or diffuser (optional)0No
Total Requested55058%
Total Not Requested40042%
Premium Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Sunroof900Yes
Satellite radio200Yes
Bluetooth cell phone link100Yes
iPod integration150Yes
Bluetooth audio streaming25Yes
Total Requested1375100%
Total Not Requested00%

Option Package Details
SE

Sunroof
FeatureValueRequested?
Sunroof900Yes
CD changer, in-dash200No
HD radio100No
Digital media reader25No
Total Requested90073%
Total Not Requested32527%
Convenience Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Heated front seats300No
Unbranded, 6 speakers350No
Heated windshield washer nozzles15No
Audio controls on steering wheel125Yes
Alloy wheels350Yes
Leather-wrapped steering wheel150No
Satellite radio200Yes
Bluetooth cell phone link100Yes
iPod integration150Yes
Bluetooth audio streaming25Yes
Total Requested95054%
Total Not Requested81546%

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Price of the Toyota Matrix

Price of the Toyota Matrix: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2005 4dr Hatch 123-horsepower 1.8L I4
4-speed automatic AWD		 The Matrix price represents good value for the features and quality.
2004 4dr Hatch 130-horsepower 1.8L I4
4-speed automatic FWD		 Lease payments were very low.
2004 4dr Hatch 130-horsepower 1.8L I4
4-speed automatic FWD		 In the summer of 2007, I bought this car from a Lincoln-Mercury dealership that had taken it in trade - for $8,995. The car was (and still is) in excellent condition.
2003 4dr Hatch 130-horsepower 1.8L I4
4-speed automatic FWD		 It was pretty cheap to buy - $8000.
2003 4dr Hatch 130-horsepower 1.8L I4
5-speed manual FWD		 Climate control & stereo system in base model. Rear wipers and defrost should be standard. Rear window becomes translucent with heavy rain or snow, which can be cleared easily by 1-3 wiper cycles.
2003 4dr Hatch 130-horsepower 1.8L I4
5-speed manual FWD		 The Matrix was an affordable car. At the time, there were very few options under $20k that met all our needs.
Price of the Toyota Matrix: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2009 4dr Hatch 158-horsepower 2.4L I4
4-speed automatic AWD		 Price was $3000 more than the Elantra after the options were added.
2009 4dr Hatch 132-horsepower 1.8L I4
4-speed automatic FWD		 Price was a little higher than I wanted but i guess you pay more for quality.

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

Price of the Volkswagen Jetta: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2011 4dr Sedan 115-horsepower 2.0L I4
6-speed shiftable automatic FWD		 With automatic transmission and full power accessories (except for cruise, which was not available on 2011 S model) this car cost only $17,000. While not particularly powerful, it in no way looks or feels like a cheap car.
2008 4dr Sedan 170-horsepower 2.5L I5
5-speed manual FWD		 reasonable for the car.
2008 4dr Sedan 170-horsepower 2.5L I5
5-speed manual FWD		 For the right balance of features, prices are spot on.
2007 4dr Sedan 150-horsepower 2.5L I5
6-speed shiftable automatic FWD		 The price was amazing for the quality of the car. Nothing else comes close.
2006 4dr Sedan turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4
6-speed automated manual FWD		 More features than the A3 for $5k less than what it would have been to have most of the features that were standard on the GLI.
2003 4dr Sedan turbocharged 90hp 1.9L I4 Diesel
4-speed automatic FWD		 Best $18,000 car I have ever owned good value for the money
2003 4dr Sedan turbocharged 90hp 1.9L I4 Diesel
4-speed automatic FWD		 in 2003 I wanted a diesel passenger car (not a full size truck diesel). my other option was a mercedes e-class, in comparison I think I really got a good deal. 10k mi between oil changes, no spark plugs, cheap 15" tires
2003 4dr Sedan 115-horsepower 2.0L I4
5-speed manual FWD		 Car was a steal with only 33000 miles at $10000
2002 4dr Sedan turbocharged 90hp 1.9L I4 Diesel
5-speed manual FWD		 Very reasonably priced
Price of the Volkswagen Jetta: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2009 4dr Sedan turbocharged 140hp 2.0L I4 Diesel
6-speed automated manual FWD		 I felt price was a bit steep for such a little car.
2008 4dr Sedan 170-horsepower 2.5L I5
6-speed shiftable automatic FWD		 Too expensive for the category.
2008 4dr Sedan turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4
6-speed automated manual FWD		 Its definitely more expensive than its competitors, no contest.
2008 4dr Sedan 170-horsepower 2.5L I5
5-speed manual FWD		 $2k more than the Astra with the same level of equipment
2006 4dr Sedan turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4
6-speed automated manual FWD		 It was ultimately pricey. It came right up to the A3 pricing, and could have gone straight through 31K with Navigation and other bits.
2006 4dr Sedan turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4
6-speed automated manual FWD		 Somewhat expensive for its vehicle class. Depreciation is steeper than expected. Parts prices can be scary.
2004 4dr Sedan turbocharged 100hp 1.9L I4 Diesel
5-speed shiftable automatic FWD		 Volkswagen isnt known for its inexpensive vehicles, and they do not bicker with pricing, it is what it is, and if you dont buy it, someone else will...
2003 4dr Sedan turbocharged 90hp 1.9L I4 Diesel
5-speed manual FWD		 maintenance and parts are expensive

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