Volkswagen Passat vs. Acura TL Price Comparison
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For the Volkswagen Passat vs. Acura TL price comparison, we have first equipped the cars with selected features. The specific options added are shown in the Passat vs. TL Price Comparison table. If you want to know how much the Passat and TL will cost with the features you specified, this is the table to check. In this case, the Volkswagen Passat 3.6 VR6's price is $1,216 lower than the Acura TL SH-AWD's price |
TrueDelta Value Comparison: Volkswagen Passat vs. Acura TL
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Volkswagen Passat 3.6 VR6 | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: 1,216 | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: 826 | ||
| Model Year | 2007 | 2009 |
| Model | Passat | TL |
| Trim | 3.6 VR6 | SH-AWD |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | 280hp V6 | 305hp V6 |
| Transmission | T6 | T5 |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | 18/27 MPG | 17/25 MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers | 80, 8 | 276, 8 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 235/40-18 | 245/45-18 |
| Total Price | 37,949 | 39,265 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -100 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | 37,949 | 39,165 |
| Total Invoice | 35,233 | 36,151 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -92 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | 35,233 | 36,059 |
Invoice Comparison: Volkswagen Passat vs. Acura TL
Price Comparison (MSRP): Volkswagen Passat vs. Acura TLThe 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 Passat 3.6 VR6 | ||
| Difference: 1,316 | ||
| Lowest Total Invoice: Volkswagen Passat 3.6 VR6 | ||
| Difference: 918 | ||
| Model Year | 2007 | 2009 |
| Model | Passat | TL |
| Trim | 3.6 VR6 | SH-AWD |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Price | 30,180 | 38,505 |
| Base Invoice | 27,997 | 35,391 |
| Sport Package | 4,030 | |
| AWD | 1,950 | |
| iPod integration | 199 | |
| Xenon HID headlights | 950 | |
| Sport Package | 3,681 | |
| AWD | 1,900 | |
| iPod integration | 176 | |
| Xenon HID headlights | 839 | |
| Total options | 7,129 | 0 |
| Total options | 6,596 | 0 |
| Destination | 640 | 760 |
| Total Price | 37,949 | 39,265 |
| Total Invoice | 35,233 | 36,151 |
Features Comparison: Volkswagen Passat vs. Acura TL
| Model Year | 2007 | 2009 |
| Model | Passat | TL |
| Trim | 3.6 VR6 | SH-AWD |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | |
| 5-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1000 | |
| AWD | $1700 | $1700 |
| Accessories | ||
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | |
| Sunshade, rear | $125 | |
| Sunshades, second row | $125 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||
| Front seat active head restraints | $50 | |
| Climate Control and Infotainment | ||
| Aux input | $100 | |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | $100 | |
| Heated windshield washer nozzles | $15 | |
| Rain-sensing wipers | $175 | |
| Surround sound | $250 | |
| Variable intermittent wipers | $75 | |
| Exterior | ||
| Bodyside moldings | $75 | |
| Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) | $50 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||
| Automatic headlights | $125 | |
| Automatic-off headlights | $25 | |
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | $25 | |
| Steering-linked headlights | $150 | |
| Powertrain | ||
| Active rear differential | $500 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $150 | |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $150 | |
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $100 | |
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | |
| Total Value of Features | $3,890 | $3,990 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $100 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | -92 |
Specifications Comparison: Volkswagen Passat vs. Acura TL
| Model Year | 2007 | 2009 |
| Model | Passat | TL |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Wheelbase | 106.7 in | 109.3 in |
| Length | 188.2 in | 195.3 in |
| Width | 71.7 in | 74.0 in |
| Height | 58.0 in | 57.2 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,829 lb. | 3,971 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 18.5 gal. | 18.5 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 38.4 in | 38.4 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 55.7 in | 58.1 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 0.0 in | 55.7 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 41.4 in | 42.5 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 37.8 in | 36.7 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 54.6 in | 56.2 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 0.0 in | 54.8 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 37.7 in | 36.2 in |
| Cargo Volume | 14.2 ft3 | 13.1 ft3 |
Option Package Details
3.6 VR6
| Sport Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Sunshade, rear | 125 | No |
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | 250 | No |
| Upgraded leather upholstery | 0 | No |
| Aluminum trim | 100 | Yes |
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | 100 | Yes |
| Front sport buckets | 100 | Yes |
| 235/40WR18 tires | 400 | No |
| Sunshades, second row | 125 | No |
| Cargo net | 40 | Yes |
| Power tilt, driver | 100 | Yes |
| Power recline, passenger | 100 | Yes |
| Power fore-aft, passenger | 100 | Yes |
| Power lumbar, 4-way, passenger | 100 | No |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Rain-sensing wipers | 100 | No |
| Automatic headlights | 125 | No |
| Fog lights | 125 | Yes |
| Memory system, driver | 200 | Yes |
| Wood trim | 300 | No |
| Leather-wrapped steering wheel | 150 | Yes |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Power height, passenger | 50 | Yes |
| Automatic climate control, front | 200 | Yes |
| Power tilt, passenger | 100 | Yes |
| Audio controls on steering wheel | 125 | Yes |
| Dual-zone climate control | 125 | Yes |
| Power fore-aft, driver | 100 | Yes |
| Perimeter approach lighting | 25 | No |
| Power height, driver | 50 | Yes |
| Heated | 300 | Yes |
| Heated windshield washer nozzles | 15 | No |
| Total Requested | 3315 | 68% |
| Total Not Requested | 1565 | 32% |
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What Our Members Are Saying about the Price of the Volkswagen Passat
| Price of the Volkswagen Passat: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 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 | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 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. |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Price of the Acura TL
| Price of the Acura TL: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 258-horsepower 3.2L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Out the door pricing undercuts G35 by over $4K. |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 286-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
At the time of purchase there was rebades available |
| 2005 | 4dr Sedan 270-horsepower 3.2L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Very competitively priced for the features. Simple pricing structure - nearly everything is standard. |
| 2005 | 4dr Sedan 270-horsepower 3.2L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
bought new at end of 2005 model year. dealer wanted to move it; was willing to give me a very good price; less expensive than comparables at the time (lexus, volvo) |
| 2005 | 4dr Sedan 270-horsepower 3.2L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Price. I shopped Infiniti and Cadillac and found that when optioned to match the Acura TL they were significantly more expensive. |
| Price of the Acura TL: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2009 | 4dr Sedan 305-horsepower 3.7L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Price for the AWD Tech was a little high, coudl have been $2K cheaper. |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 258-horsepower 3.2L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Little high. |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 258-horsepower 3.2L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Alot of money for such poor quality. |
| 2004 | 4dr Sedan 270-horsepower 3.2L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Expensive car and expensive tires. |
| 2004 | 4dr Sedan 270-horsepower 3.2L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Car is overpriced. |
