Volkswagen Golf / Rabbit / GTI vs. BMW 5-Series Gran Turismo Price Comparison
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For the Volkswagen Golf / Rabbit / GTI vs. BMW 5-Series Gran Turismo price comparison, we have first equipped the cars with selected features. The specific options added are shown in the Golf / Rabbit / GTI vs. 5-Series Gran Turismo Price Comparison table. If you want to know how much the Golf / Rabbit / GTI and 5-Series Gran Turismo will cost with the features you specified, this is the table to check. In this case, the Volkswagen Golf / Rabbit / GTI GTI's price is $22,635 lower than the BMW 5-Series Gran Turismo 535i's price |
TrueDelta Value Comparison: Volkswagen Golf / Rabbit / GTI vs. BMW 5-Series Gran Turismo
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Volkswagen Golf / Rabbit / GTI GTI | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: 22,635 | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: 19,734 | ||
| Model Year | 2011 | 2012 |
| Model | Golf / Rabbit / GTI | 5-Series Gran Turismo |
| Trim | GTI | 535i |
| Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Hatch |
| Engine | 200hp I4 | 300hp I6 |
| Transmission | S6 | T8 |
| Drivetrain | FWD | AWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | 24/33 MPG | 19/27 MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers | 300, 8 | 205, 12 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 225/40-18 | 245/50-18 |
| Total Price | 31,695 | 61,595 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -7,265 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | 31,695 | 54,330 |
| Total Invoice | 30,459 | 56,905 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -6,712 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | 30,459 | 50,193 |
Invoice Comparison: Volkswagen Golf / Rabbit / GTI vs. BMW 5-Series Gran Turismo
Price Comparison (MSRP): Volkswagen Golf / Rabbit / GTI vs. BMW 5-Series Gran TurismoThe 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: Volkswagen Golf / Rabbit / GTI GTI | ||
| Difference: 29,900 | ||
| Lowest Total Invoice: Volkswagen Golf / Rabbit / GTI GTI | ||
| Difference: 26,446 | ||
| Model Year | 2011 | 2012 |
| Model | Golf / Rabbit / GTI | 5-Series Gran Turismo |
| Trim | GTI | 535i |
| Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Hatch |
| Base Price | 24,295 | 57,000 |
| Base Invoice | 23,323 | 52,620 |
| Autobahn Package | 5,530 | |
| 6-speed automated manual | 1,100 | |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 550 | |
| Heated front seats | 500 | |
| AWD | 2,300 | |
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | 350 | |
| Autobahn Package | 0 | |
| 6-speed automated manual | 0 | |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 500 | |
| Heated front seats | 455 | |
| AWD | 2,115 | |
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | 320 | |
| Total options | 6,630 | 3,700 |
| Total options | 6,366 | 3,390 |
| Destination | 770 | 895 |
| Total Price | 31,695 | 61,595 |
| Total Invoice | 30,459 | 56,905 |
Features Comparison: Volkswagen Golf / Rabbit / GTI vs. BMW 5-Series Gran Turismo
| Model Year | 2011 | 2012 |
| Model | Golf / Rabbit / GTI | 5-Series Gran Turismo |
| Trim | GTI | 535i |
| Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Hatch |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||
| 6-speed automated manual | $1100 | |
| 8-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1300 | |
| FWD | $0 | |
| AWD | $1700 | |
| Accessories | ||
| Power liftgate | $350 | |
| Regenerative braking | $0 | |
| Remote app | $25 | |
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | $350 | |
| Universal garage door opener | $100 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||
| Full-size spare tire | $225 | |
| Knee airbag, driver | $100 | |
| Knee airbag, passenger | $100 | |
| Obstacle detection, front | $200 | |
| Obstacle detection, rear | $300 | |
| Rearview camera | $200 | |
| Tires, run-flat | $150 | |
| Cargo Management | ||
| Liftglass or two-piece tailgate | $150 | |
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | |
| Rear seat pass-through | $100 | |
| Climate Control and Infotainment | ||
| Automatic air recirculation | $100 | |
| Automatic climate control, front | $200 | |
| Dual-zone climate control | $125 | |
| DVD-compatible player | $0 | |
| Media drive, large | $100 | |
| Rain-sensing wipers | $175 | |
| Residual heat | $50 | |
| Satellite radio | $200 | |
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | $250 | |
| SD Card slot | $25 | |
| SMS text-to-speech reader | $50 | |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | $350 | |
| Traffic information | $50 | |
| Variable intermittent wipers | $75 | |
| Voice control for external devices | $50 | |
| Voice control for nav and audio | $100 | |
| Exterior | ||
| Panoramic sunroof | $1200 | |
| Rear spoiler | $200 | |
| Sunroof | $900 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | $75 | |
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | $75 | |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | $150 | |
| Automatic headlights | $125 | |
| Compass | $25 | |
| Cornering lights | $25 | |
| Fog light, rear | $100 | |
| Headlight washers | $50 | |
| Interior ambient lighting | $150 | |
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | $25 | |
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | |
| Powertrain | ||
| Launch control | $100 | |
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||
| Aluminum trim | $100 | |
| Manual fore-aft adjuster, second row seats | $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 | |
| Manual recliner, second row seats | $75 | |
| Memory system, driver seat | $200 | |
| Metal pedals | $75 | |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $150 | |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $150 | |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat | $100 | |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat | $50 | |
| Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | |
| Power height adjuster, driver seat | $100 | |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Power tilt adjuster, driver seat | $100 | |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Upholstered door panels, leather | $250 | |
| Wood trim | $300 | |
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||
| Rear air springs, auto-leveling | $400 | |
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | |
| Total Value of Features | $3,700 | $10,965 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $7,265 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | -6,712 |
Specifications Comparison: Volkswagen Golf / Rabbit / GTI vs. BMW 5-Series Gran Turismo
| Model Year | 2011 | 2012 |
| Model | Golf / Rabbit / GTI | 5-Series Gran Turismo |
| Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Hatch |
| Wheelbase | 101.5 in | 120.7 in |
| Length | 165.4 in | 196.8 in |
| Width | 70.3 in | 74.8 in |
| Height | 58.3 in | 61.4 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,090 lb. | 4,707 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 14.5 gal. | 18.5 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 39.3 in | 41.4 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 54.7 in | 59.3 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 41.2 in | 40.6 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 38.5 in | 39.0 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 52.8 in | 57.7 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 35.5 in | 41.8 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 15.0 ft3 | 15.5 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 46.0 ft3 | 60.0 ft3 |
Option Package Details
GTI
| Autobahn Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| Dynaudio, 300W, 8 speakers | 350 | No |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Steering-linked headlights | 150 | Yes |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| HD radio | 100 | Yes |
| Audio controls on steering wheel | 125 | Yes |
| Sunroof | 900 | Yes |
| CD changer, in-dash | 200 | No |
| Digital media reader | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 3525 | 86% |
| Total Not Requested | 575 | 14% |
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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 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Price of the BMW 5-Series Gran Turismo
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