Hyundai Elantra vs. Nissan Sentra Price Comparison


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For the Hyundai Elantra vs. Nissan Sentra price comparison, we have first equipped the cars with selected features. The specific options added are shown in the Elantra vs. Sentra Price Comparison table. If you want to know how much the Elantra and Sentra will cost with the features you specified, this is the table to check. In this case, the Hyundai Elantra SE's price is $740 lower than the Nissan Sentra 2.0SL's price |
TrueDelta Value Comparison: Hyundai Elantra vs. Nissan Sentra
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Hyundai Elantra SE | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: 740 | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: 135 | ||
| Model Year | 2009 | 2012 |
| Model | Elantra | Sentra |
| Trim | SE | 2.0SL |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | 138hp I4 | 140hp I4 |
| Transmission | A4 | CVT |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | 25/33 MPG | 26/34 MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers | 172, 6 | 160, 6 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 205/55-16 | 205/55-16 |
| Total Price | 21,230 | 22,710 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -740 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | 21,230 | 21,970 |
| Total Invoice | 20,238 | 21,059 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -686 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | 20,238 | 20,373 |
Invoice Comparison: Hyundai Elantra vs. Nissan Sentra
Price Comparison (MSRP): Hyundai Elantra vs. Nissan SentraThe 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: Hyundai Elantra SE | ||
| Difference: 1,480 | ||
| Lowest Total Invoice: Hyundai Elantra SE | ||
| Difference: 821 | ||
| Model Year | 2009 | 2012 |
| Model | Elantra | Sentra |
| Trim | SE | 2.0SL |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Price | 17,020 | 19,760 |
| Base Invoice | 16,334 | 18,428 |
| Sunroof | 1,150 | |
| Floor mats | 85 | 120 |
| Rear spoiler | 375 | |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | 325 | |
| Leather seating surfaces | 800 | 900 |
| 4-speed automatic | 800 | |
| Special Value Package | 990 | |
| Mud guards | 160 | |
| Sunroof | 0 | |
| Floor mats | 94 | |
| Rear spoiler | 0 | |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | 0 | |
| Leather seating surfaces | 780 | |
| 4-speed automatic | 0 | |
| Special Value Package | 859 | |
| Mud guards | 118 | |
| Total options | 3,535 | 2,170 |
| Total options | 3,229 | 1,851 |
| Destination | 675 | 780 |
| Total Price | 21,230 | 22,710 |
| Total Invoice | 20,238 | 21,059 |
Features Comparison: Hyundai Elantra vs. Nissan Sentra
| Model Year | 2009 | 2012 |
| Model | Elantra | Sentra |
| Trim | SE | 2.0SL |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||
| 4-speed automatic | $800 | |
| CVT | $1000 | |
| FWD | $0 | $0 |
| Accessories | ||
| Proximity key | $250 | |
| Tilt steering wheel, manual | $150 | |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||
| 4-wheel disc brakes | $150 | |
| Brake assist | $50 | |
| Rearview camera | $200 | |
| Cargo Management | ||
| Cargo net | $40 | |
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | |
| Climate Control and Infotainment | ||
| Interior air filter | $25 | |
| iPod integration | $150 | |
| Navigation system | $600 | |
| USB port | $150 | |
| Exterior | ||
| Bodyside moldings | $75 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||
| Exterior temperature display | $50 | |
| Heated mirrors | $25 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||
| Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $50 | |
| Upholstered door panels, leather | $250 | |
| Total Value of Features | $1,775 | $2,515 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $740 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | -686 |
Specifications Comparison: Hyundai Elantra vs. Nissan Sentra
| Model Year | 2009 | 2012 |
| Model | Elantra | Sentra |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Wheelbase | 104.3 in | 105.7 in |
| Length | 177.4 in | 179.8 in |
| Width | 69.9 in | 70.5 in |
| Height | 58.3 in | 59.5 in |
| Curb Weight | 2,747 lb. | 2,897 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 14.0 gal. | 14.5 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 40.0 in | 40.6 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 55.6 in | 56.9 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 54.2 in | 54.1 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 43.5 in | 42.4 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 37.6 in | 37.3 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 55.1 in | 55.1 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 54.0 in | 53.0 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 35.0 in | 34.5 in |
| Cargo Volume | 14.2 ft3 | 13.1 ft3 |
Option Package Details
2.0SL
| Leather seating surfaces | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Heated front seats | 300 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1200 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Special Value Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | No |
| Sunroof | 900 | Yes |
| Illuminated visor mirror, driver | 40 | Yes |
| Illuminated visor mirror, passenger | 40 | Yes |
| Rearview camera | 200 | No |
| Cargo net | 40 | No |
| Total Requested | 980 | 54% |
| Total Not Requested | 840 | 46% |
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What Our Members Are Saying about the Price of the Hyundai Elantra
| Price of the Hyundai Elantra: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2010 | 4dr Sedan 138-horsepower 2.0L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
Paid sticker price less $2,000 rebate. |
| 2009 | 4dr Sedan 138-horsepower 2.0L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
The Elantra is about $4000-$6000 less than a comparable vehicle from Japanese car makers. |
| 2009 | 4dr Sedan 138-horsepower 2.0L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
Cash 4 clunkers got me to look. Consumer Reports rated #1. 1st looked @ Civic,Corola. Had better head room w/sunroof, best warranty, best price, Best brakes, towing capacity, interior room. I NEVER thought Elantra, EVER, Now I take it out, "just 4 a ride" |
| 2009 | 4dr Sedan 138-horsepower 2.0L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
Best small car for the money right now. |
| 2009 | 4dr Sedan 138-horsepower 2.0L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
Same price can only get me a average or less than average featured Civic or Corolla. Toyota and Honda both refused to provided payment plan due to not enough history, Hyundai just picked me up right away. |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 138-horsepower 2.0L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
The Hyundai cost less money out-the-door than a Civic without air-conditioning or a corolla without anti-lock brakes. |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 138-horsepower 2.0L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
See above. |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 138-horsepower 2.0L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
Price was about $17k. |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 138-horsepower 2.0L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
2008 Elantra SE seemed to offer a lot of value for money; with the features I now have, I would have paid a lot more money with a Civic, Corolla or some other option. |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 138-horsepower 2.0L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
I got a no haggle price. I just called the dealership, told the salesperson my price, and the cash deal(at my price) was complete in about 3 hours of my phone call. |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 138-horsepower 2.0L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
very cheap for what you get |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 138-horsepower 2.0L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
A lot of bang for the buck! |
| 2007 | 4dr Sedan 138-horsepower 2.0L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
Rebate allowed this car to be had, including extended warrantyu if desired, for about $1000 less than most comparable Totyate Corolla LE. Honda was no where near close ($3000 more). |
| 2007 | 4dr Sedan 138-horsepower 2.0L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
Good price/value |
| 2007 | 4dr Sedan 138-horsepower 2.0L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
great value compared to other vehicles. |
| 2007 | 4dr Sedan 138-horsepower 2.0L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
I was able to get a good interest rate and what seemed like a good final price from the dealer. |
| 2005 | 4dr Sedan 138-horsepower 2.0L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
$4000-5000 less than any US or Japanese of equal options and size. |
| 2005 | 4dr Hatch 138-horsepower 2.0L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
The price was reasonable and the interest rate was good for the time. |
| 2005 | 4dr Sedan 138-horsepower 2.0L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
Considering all the features that came with the car, plus the cost of operating, and insuring the car, the Elantra is an economical car. |
| 2005 | 4dr Hatch 138-horsepower 2.0L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
Great price at the time for the size of vehicle |
| 2004 | 4dr Sedan 138-horsepower 2.0L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
Is/was a bargain price, great value |
| 2004 | 4dr Sedan 138-horsepower 2.0L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
The price was great considering the options. |
| 2003 | 4dr Sedan 135-horsepower 2.0L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
cost was less than I expected |
| 2003 | 4dr Sedan 135-horsepower 2.0L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
Best bang for the buck! Car comes fully loaded at a reasonable price |
| 2003 | 4dr Sedan 135-horsepower 2.0L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
Brand new it costs less than some competitors used prices. |
| 2003 | 4dr Sedan 135-horsepower 2.0L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
were affordable for the amount of car you were getting. |
| 2003 | 4dr Sedan 135-horsepower 2.0L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
it was cheaper then a civic |
| 2002 | 4dr Hatch 140-horsepower 2.0L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
Used Elantras are quite cheap. Any car of the same year/size/class with the same features/options would cost significantly more. |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Price of the Nissan Sentra
| Price of the Nissan Sentra: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 140-horsepower 2.0L I4 CVT FWD |
Car was priced at $13,999 making payments under $200 a month. |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 177-horsepower 2.5L I4 6-speed shiftable CVT FWD |
We lease for $250 a month for 24 months and 15,000 miles per year with only $500 down. Payments include tax. |
| 2007 | 4dr Sedan 140-horsepower 2.0L I4 CVT FWD |
VERY inexpensive to own & maintain |
| 2006 | 4dr Sedan 126-horsepower 1.8L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
They were pretty darned inexpensive new, and downright cheap used. |
| 2004 | 4dr Sedan 126-horsepower 1.8L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
Paid $14,000 |
| 2002 | 4dr Sedan 175-horsepower 2.5L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
Price was not bad when I got it for the indicated performance(things are changing now that other manufacturers are getting better and cheaper) |
| Price of the Nissan Sentra: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 140-horsepower 2.0L I4 CVT FWD |
I think this car is slightly overpriced. Though depending on when and where you buy, there is potential for a good deal. |
| 2007 | 4dr Sedan 140-horsepower 2.0L I4 CVT FWD |
To get the essential features, you are forced to buy overpriced bundles with trivial value features. |
| 2006 | 4dr Sedan 175-horsepower 2.5L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
seems like for 25k fully loaded yu shld get leather and a little bit more thoughtfully tuned suspension |
