8 5 3 3 5

Volkswagen Passat vs. Acura TL Price Comparison

Volkswagen Passat vs Acura TL Price Comparison:
Volkswagen Passat vs Acura TL Price Comparison:

TrueDelta features the Internet's most balanced and thorough car price and
features comparison between the Volkswagen Passat and Acura TL. Including:

Change specs units (US shown)
Show US unitsShow British unitsShow Canadian unitsShow metric units

 

More about the
Volkswagen Passat

More about the
Acura TL

Calculate Payments

 Down PaymentInterest RateTerm

Summary

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 VR6's price is $151 lower than the Acura TL SH-AWD's price

Each car includes features you didn't request, and that aren't included on the other car. In the Passat vs. TL 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 Passat VR6, the Acura TL SH-AWD 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 $0 adjustment for the Volkswagen Passat VR6's additional features, the Volkswagen Passat VR6 is $151 less than the Acura TL SH-AWD.

TrueDelta Value Comparison: Volkswagen Passat vs. Acura TL

Lowest Adjusted Price: Volkswagen Passat VR6
Lowest Adjusted Invoice: Acura TL SH-AWD
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: 151
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: 470
Model Year20082009
ModelPassatTL
TrimVR6SH-AWD
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine280hp V6305hp V6
TransmissionT6T5
DrivetrainAWDAWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)16/24 MPG17/25 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers600, 10276, 8
Tire (rear if not all the same)235/40-18245/45-18
Total Price39,11439,265
Adjustments for Features00
Feature-Adjusted Total Price39,11439,265
Total Invoice36,62136,151
Adjustments for Features00
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice36,62136,151

Return to top

Invoice Comparison: Volkswagen Passat vs. Acura TL

Price Comparison (MSRP): Volkswagen Passat vs. Acura TL

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 Passat VR6
Difference: 151
Lowest Total Invoice: Acura TL SH-AWD
Difference: 470
Model Year20082009
ModelPassatTL
TrimVR6SH-AWD
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price36,05038,505
Base Invoice33,59735,391
AWD1,950 
Heated front seats225 
iPod integration199 
AWD1,959 
Heated front seats199 
iPod integration176 
Total options2,3740
Total options2,3340
Destination690760
Total Price39,11439,265
Total Invoice36,62136,151

Return to top

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

 

Features Comparison: Volkswagen Passat vs. Acura TL

Model Year20082009
ModelPassatTL
TrimVR6SH-AWD
Body4dr Sedan4dr 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 
Compact spare tire $75
Front seat active head restraints $50
Full-size spare tire$225 
Obstacle detection, rear$300 
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 
Door sill trim plates $100
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat$150 
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat$150 
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat $100
Upholstered door panels, leather $250
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Sport suspension (upgrade)$0 
Total Value of Features$4,415$4,415
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$0
Value of Feature Adjustments00

Return to top

Specifications Comparison: Volkswagen Passat vs. Acura TL

Model Year20082009
ModelPassatTL
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase106.7 in109.3 in
Length188.2 in195.3 in
Width71.7 in74.0 in
Height58.0 in57.2 in
Curb Weight3,829 lb.3,971 lb.
Fuel Capacity18.5 gal.18.5 gal.
Row 1 Headroom38.4 in38.4 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room55.7 in58.1 in
Row 1 Hip Room0.0 in55.7 in
Row 1 Legroom41.4 in42.5 in
Row 2 Headroom37.8 in36.7 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room54.6 in56.2 in
Row 2 Hip Room0.0 in54.8 in
Row 2 Legroom37.7 in36.2 in
Cargo Volume14.2 ft313.1 ft3

Return to top

Dealer Price Quotes

Want to find out how much dealers are willing to discount these cars?


Request free, no-obligation Volkswagen Passat price quotes or Acura TL price quotes from dealers using our car quote form. You can also request quotes from our partner PriceQuotes.com in the sidebar and motivate dealers to compete for your business by offering the lowest possible price.


The process is easy and takes just a minute or two. You'll receive price quotes from local approved dealers within 48 hours.

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

Price of the Volkswagen Passat: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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.

Return to top

What Our Members Are Saying about the Price of the Acura TL

Price of the Acura TL: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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.

Return to top

Brand
Model
Zip Code