Volkswagen Golf / Rabbit / GTI vs. Ford Focus Price Comparison
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For the Volkswagen Golf / Rabbit / GTI vs. Ford Focus price comparison, we have first equipped the cars with selected features. The specific options added are shown in the Golf / Rabbit / GTI vs. Focus Price Comparison table. If you want to know how much the Golf / Rabbit / GTI and Focus will cost with the features you specified, this is the table to check. In this case, the Ford Focus SE's price is $1,115 lower than the Volkswagen Golf / Rabbit / GTI's price |
TrueDelta Value Comparison: Volkswagen Golf / Rabbit / GTI vs. Ford Focus
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Ford Focus SE | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: 1,115 | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: 1,789 | ||
| Model Year | 2012 | 2012 |
| Model | Golf / Rabbit / GTI | Focus |
| Trim | Base | SE |
| Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Hatch |
| Engine | 170hp I5 | 160hp I4 |
| Transmission | T6 | A6 |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | 24/31 MPG | 28/38 MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers | ?, 8 | ?, 6 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 195/65-15 | 205/50-16 |
| Total Price | 23,695 | 23,050 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -470 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | 23,695 | 22,580 |
| Total Invoice | 22,697 | 21,343 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -435 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | 22,697 | 20,908 |
Invoice Comparison: Volkswagen Golf / Rabbit / GTI vs. Ford Focus
Price Comparison (MSRP): Volkswagen Golf / Rabbit / GTI vs. Ford FocusThe 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: Ford Focus SE | ||
| Difference: 645 | ||
| Lowest Total Invoice: Ford Focus SE | ||
| Difference: 1,354 | ||
| Model Year | 2012 | 2012 |
| Model | Golf / Rabbit / GTI | Focus |
| Trim | Base | SE |
| Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Hatch |
| Base Price | 19,795 | 18,300 |
| Base Invoice | 19,003 | 17,108 |
| Convenience and Sunroof Package | 2,660 | |
| All-weather floor mats | 235 | |
| Floor mats | 235 | |
| Winter Package | 570 | |
| MyFord and SYNC Convenience Package | 800 | |
| Sport Package | 695 | |
| Sunroof | 795 | |
| 6-speed automatic | 1,095 | |
| Convenience and Sunroof Package | 0 | |
| All-weather floor mats | 0 | |
| Floor mats | 0 | |
| Winter Package | 496 | |
| MyFord and SYNC Convenience Package | 695 | |
| Sport Package | 604 | |
| Sunroof | 692 | |
| 6-speed automatic | 953 | |
| Total options | 3,130 | 3,955 |
| Total options | 2,924 | 3,440 |
| Destination | 770 | 795 |
| Total Price | 23,695 | 23,050 |
| Total Invoice | 22,697 | 21,343 |
While we strive for accuracy, the site is not error-free, and prices can change at any time.
Features Comparison: Volkswagen Golf / Rabbit / GTI vs. Ford Focus
| Model Year | 2012 | 2012 |
| Model | Golf / Rabbit / GTI | Focus |
| Trim | Base | SE |
| Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Hatch |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | |
| 6-speed automatic | $1000 | |
| FWD | $0 | $0 |
| Accessories | ||
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||
| 911 assist | $25 | |
| Front seat active head restraints | $50 | |
| Safety key | $25 | |
| Torque vectoring / active trace control | $150 | |
| Vehicle health reports | $0 | |
| Cargo Management | ||
| Air-conditioned storage compartment | $50 | |
| Cargo mat | $40 | |
| Rear seat pass-through | $100 | |
| Climate Control and Infotainment | ||
| App support | $125 | |
| Audio controls on steering wheel | $125 | |
| CD changer, in-dash | $325 | |
| CD player | $125 | |
| HD radio | $100 | |
| Heated windshield washer nozzles | $15 | |
| Navigation, turn-by-turn | $50 | |
| SD Card slot | $25 | |
| SMS text-to-speech reader | $50 | |
| Traffic + travel information | $50 | |
| Voice control for audio system | $50 | |
| Voice control for external devices | $50 | |
| Exterior | ||
| Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) | $50 | |
| Rear spoiler | $200 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||
| Automatic headlights | $125 | |
| Compass | $25 | |
| Fog lights | $125 | |
| Illuminated visor mirror, driver | $50 | |
| Illuminated visor mirror, passenger | $50 | |
| Spotter mirrors | $40 | |
| Visor mirror, driver | $10 | |
| Visor mirror, passenger | $10 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||
| Center armrest(s), second row | $50 | |
| Leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | |
| Manual height adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | |
| Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $50 | |
| Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | |
| Power recliner, driver seat | $100 | |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||
| Alloy wheels | $350 | |
| Touring suspension (upgrade) | $0 | |
| Total Value of Features | $2,380 | $2,850 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $470 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | -435 |
Specifications Comparison: Volkswagen Golf / Rabbit / GTI vs. Ford Focus
| Model Year | 2012 | 2012 |
| Model | Golf / Rabbit / GTI | Focus |
| Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Hatch |
| Wheelbase | 101.5 in | 104.3 in |
| Length | 165.4 in | 171.6 in |
| Width | 70.3 in | 71.8 in |
| Height | 58.3 in | 57.7 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,025 lb. | 2,958 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 14.5 gal. | 12.4 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 39.3 in | 38.3 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 54.7 in | 55.6 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 0.0 in | 53.9 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 41.2 in | 41.9 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 38.5 in | 37.9 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 52.8 in | 53.7 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 0.0 in | 52.7 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 35.5 in | 33.2 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 15.0 ft3 | 23.8 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 46.0 ft3 | 44.8 ft3 |
Option Package Details
| Convenience and Sunroof Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Sunroof | 900 | Yes |
| Satellite radio | 200 | Yes |
| iPod integration | 150 | Yes |
| CD changer, in-dash | 200 | No |
| HD radio | 100 | No |
| Digital media reader | 25 | No |
| Heated front seats | 300 | Yes |
| Center armrest(s), front row | 75 | Yes |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | 100 | Yes |
| Heated windshield washer nozzles | 15 | No |
| Bluetooth audio streaming | 25 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1750 | 84% |
| Total Not Requested | 340 | 16% |
Option Package Details
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| Winter Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Heated mirrors | 25 | Yes |
| Heated front seats | 300 | Yes |
| All-weather floor mats | 50 | Yes |
| Turn signals on or near mirrors | 25 | Yes |
| Perimeter approach lighting | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 400 | 94% |
| Total Not Requested | 25 | 6% |
| MyFord and SYNC Convenience Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Satellite radio | 200 | Yes |
| Cruise control | 250 | Yes |
| Alarm | 100 | No |
| Map lights | 25 | No |
| Unbranded, 6 speakers | 350 | No |
| Navigation, turn-by-turn | 50 | No |
| App support | 125 | No |
| Traffic + travel information | 50 | No |
| iPod integration | 150 | Yes |
| Voice control for external devices | 50 | No |
| Text-to-speech reader | 50 | No |
| Vehicle health reports | 0 | No |
| 911 assist | 25 | No |
| Bluetooth audio streaming | 25 | Yes |
| Voice control for audio system | 50 | No |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 725 | 45% |
| Total Not Requested | 875 | 55% |
| Sport Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Touring suspension (upgrade) | 250 | No |
| 4-wheel disc brakes | 150 | Yes |
| Alloy wheels | 350 | No |
| Leather-wrapped steering wheel | 150 | No |
| Front sport buckets | 150 | No |
| Total Requested | 150 | 14% |
| Total Not Requested | 900 | 86% |
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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 Ford Focus
| Price of the Ford Focus: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2009 | 4dr Sedan 140-horsepower 2.0L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
The Focus is one of the cheapest new cars. There are others that are cheaper, but they basically come stripped of options like AC and radios. |
| 2009 | 4dr Sedan 140-horsepower 2.0L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
It gave me the payment i needed while still providing most of the things i need in a small sedan. |
| 2009 | 4dr Sedan 140-horsepower 2.0L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
Bought used 19k miles, good condition, $9,500 |
| 2009 | 4dr Sedan 140-horsepower 2.0L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
$16,700 is quite a bit of money for a two-liter four sedan, but the Focus has build quality and content that justify it pretty well. |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 140-horsepower 2.0L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
Cheaper, with better standard features, than any competitors (Yaris, Honda Fit, Hyundai Accent). |
| 2008 | 2dr Coupe 140-horsepower 2.0L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
It was an affordable car even when loaded with lots of options! |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 140-horsepower 2.0L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
For what it is, it is not overpriced. The payments do not stress out my budget. |
| 2008 | 2dr Coupe 140-horsepower 2.0L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
Price was so low it was almost a concern. |
| 2007 | 4dr Sedan 136-horsepower 2.0L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
Got it really cheap at a year end clearance sale. |
| 2006 | 2dr Hatch 136-horsepower 2.0L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
I git a brand new, Top trim level, loaded car with Power everything, 6 disc CD/Mp3, ABS, Traction control, handling package for under $13,000. |
| 2006 | 2dr Hatch 136-horsepower 2.0L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
The Focus is a lot of car for the money compared to smaller cars that sell for similar prices. Incentives allow a sale price far below sticker. |
| 2006 | 4dr Sedan 136-horsepower 2.0L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
Bought it new in March 25 2006.With dealer incentive paid $13,480.5/100,000 drive train warranty and 5/75 extended warranty |
| 2005 | 4dr Sedan 136-horsepower 2.0L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
$16,000 bought me a car with a ton of features (for the price), a $100,000 mile warranty, and decent gas milage. |
| 2005 | 4dr Sedan 136-horsepower 2.0L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
The Focus is one of the cheapest cars in its class. |
| 2005 | 4dr Hatch 136-horsepower 2.0L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
Cheap, reliable, easy in town. |
| 2005 | 2dr Hatch 136-horsepower 2.0L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
The car is very affordable. I bought my focus new at a very good price, and my payments are pretty low. |
| 2005 | 4dr Sedan 136-horsepower 2.0L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
It was 2000 dollars less than the yaris, which had three times the miles... |
| 2004 | 2dr Hatch 145-horsepower 2.3L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
Not only is the sticker price on a used or new Focus low, the parts are low too. Dramatically lower than Euro or Japanese cars. For example, a Focus 30K service is around $200-$250. A Subaru 30K service is $400-$500. |
| 2004 | 2dr Hatch 130-horsepower 2.0L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
It was an inexpensive car to purchase. |
| 2003 | 4dr Hatch 170-horsepower 2.0L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
I paid $13,400 for a car that listed for $18,995. Used Protege5s were selling for more at the time. No other car with leather, sunroof, ABS, and such could be bought for a similar price. |
| 2003 | 4dr Wagon 145-horsepower 2.3L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
This was the most inexpensive wagon available at the time. Lots of value for the money. |
| 2002 | 2dr Hatch 170-horsepower 2.0L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
Good value for money. Inexpensive and usually reliable. |
| 2002 | 2dr Hatch 170-horsepower 2.0L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
Under $300.00 a month |
| Price of the Ford Focus: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2007 | 4dr Sedan 136-horsepower 2.0L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
What can I say, it's a cheap car. At the time I purchased in 2009, the car was almost three years old and still had a sale price of $13000. It's currently only worth less than half of what was paid four years later. I purchased this car because of need and very limited time to make a choice. I knew I didn't want another Nissan because of their weak engines. My sister had just bought the 08 Focus SE model a few months before and was happy with hers, so I thought this might be an okay choice. Read on. |
| 2003 | 4dr Hatch 170-horsepower 2.0L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
The Focus SVT would have cost me about $5,000 more than the Mazda Protege5. |
