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Nissan Altima vs. Hyundai Sonata Price Comparison

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Nissan Altima vs Hyundai Sonata Price Comparison:

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For the Nissan Altima vs. Hyundai Sonata price comparison, we have first equipped the cars with selected features. The specific options added are shown in the Altima vs. Sonata Price Comparison table. If you want to know how much the Altima and Sonata will cost with the features you specified, this is the table to check. In this case, the Hyundai Sonata Hybrid's price is $2,895 lower than the Nissan Altima Hybrid's price

Each car includes features you didn't request, and that aren't included on the other car. In the Altima vs. Sonata 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 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid, the Nissan Altima Hybrid 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 $1585 adjustment for the Hyundai Sonata Hybrid's additional features, the Hyundai Sonata Hybrid is $2,895 less than the Nissan Altima Hybrid.

TrueDelta Value Comparison: Nissan Altima vs. Hyundai Sonata

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Hyundai Sonata Hybrid
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: 2,895
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: 2,145
Model Year20082012
ModelAltimaSonata
TrimHybridHybrid
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine158hp I4 H166hp I4 H
TransmissionCVTT6
DrivetrainFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)35/33 MPG34/39 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers264, 9400, 9
Tire (rear if not all the same)215/60-16215/55-17
Total Price33,53532,225
Adjustments for Features0-1,585
Feature-Adjusted Total Price33,53530,640
Total Invoice30,94930,294
Adjustments for Features0-1,490
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice30,94928,804

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Invoice Comparison: Nissan Altima vs. Hyundai Sonata

Price Comparison (MSRP): Nissan Altima vs. Hyundai Sonata

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: Hyundai Sonata Hybrid
Difference: 1,310
Lowest Total Invoice: Hyundai Sonata Hybrid
Difference: 655
Model Year20082012
ModelAltimaSonata
TrimHybridHybrid
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price25,48025,850
Base Invoice23,88124,434
Technology Package6,400 
Floor mats110100
Sunroof850 
Ultimate Package 5,500
Technology Package 0
Floor mats 80
Sunroof 0
Ultimate Package 5,005
Total options7,3605,600
Total options6,3735,085
Destination695775
Total Price33,53532,225
Total Invoice30,94930,294

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Features Comparison: Nissan Altima vs. Hyundai Sonata

Model Year20082012
ModelAltimaSonata
TrimHybridHybrid
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
CVT$1000 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic $1100
FWD$0$0
Accessories 
Remote app $25
Remote window/roof operation$15 
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Compact spare tire$75 
Cargo Management 
Rear seat pass-through $100
Climate Control and Infotainment 
App support $125
Bluetooth audio streaming $25
CD changer, in-dash$325 
CD player $125
HD radio $100
iPod integration $150
SMS text-to-speech reader $50
Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation $400
Traffic + travel information $50
Traffic information$50 
Exterior 
Bodyside moldings$75 
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)$50 
Panoramic sunroof $1200
Rear spoiler$200 
Sunroof$900 
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Detailed driving style feedback $100
Fog lights $125
Powertrain 
Automatic start / stop $300
Seats and Interior Trim 
Door sill trim plates $100
Heated second row seats $200
Upholstered door panels, leather$250 
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Adaptive shocks - mechanical $250
Total Value of Features$2,940$4,525
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$1,585
Value of Feature Adjustments0-1,490

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Specifications Comparison: Nissan Altima vs. Hyundai Sonata

Model Year20082012
ModelAltimaSonata
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase109.3 in110.0 in
Length189.8 in189.8 in
Width70.7 in72.2 in
Height57.9 in57.9 in
Curb Weight3,548 lb.3,457 lb.
Fuel Capacity20.0 gal.18.5 gal.
Row 1 Headroom40.6 in40.0 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room55.7 in57.9 in
Row 1 Hip Room56.8 in55.2 in
Row 1 Legroom42.2 in45.5 in
Row 2 Headroom36.8 in37.8 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room55.5 in56.7 in
Row 2 Hip Room52.5 in54.9 in
Row 2 Legroom39.5 in34.6 in
Cargo Volume17.9 ft316.4 ft3

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Option Package Details
Hybrid

Technology Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
Rearview monitor200Yes
Large energy flow and fuel economy display25Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Traffic information system50Yes
Heated mirrors25Yes
Turn signals on or near mirrors25Yes
Rear air vents100Yes
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Heated300Yes
Power lumbar, driver100Yes
Universal garage door opener100Yes
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Compass25Yes
Interior ambient lighting150Yes
Leather door panel trim250No
CD changer, in-dash200No
Satellite radio200Yes
Bluetooth cell phone link100Yes
MP3-compatible player50Yes
Bose, 264W, 9 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Rear spoiler200No
Audio controls on steering wheel125Yes
Illuminated visor mirror, driver40Yes
Illuminated visor mirror, passenger40Yes
Power fore-aft, driver100Yes
Power height, driver50Yes
Power tilt, driver100Yes
Power recline, driver100Yes
Automatic headlights100Yes
Leather-wrapped steering wheel150Yes
Remote window/roof operation15No
Total Requested400580%
Total Not Requested101520%

Option Package Details
Hybrid

Ultimate Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Panoramic sunroof1200No
215/55VR17 tires400No
HD radio100No
Door sill trim plates100No
Rearview camera200Yes
Infinity, 400W, 9 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Compass25Yes
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Heated front seats300Yes
Heated second row seats200No
Universal garage door opener100Yes
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Leather-wrapped steering wheel150Yes
Navigation system600Yes
Voice control for nav and audio50Yes
Bluetooth audio streaming25No
Total Requested247551%
Total Not Requested237549%

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Price of the Nissan Altima

Price of the Nissan Altima: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2009 2dr Coupe 175-horsepower 2.5L I4
6-speed shiftable CVT FWD
I was able to get an Altima with options for what I perceived was a very good price.
2008 4dr Sedan 270-horsepower 3.5L V6
6-speed shiftable CVT FWD
I saw all the rave reviews and features it had, and I thought the car would be around $40,000 CAD at least. However, it turned out to be $30,000 which was in my budget. I took it for a spin and was instantly sold.
2008 4dr Sedan 175-horsepower 2.5L I4
6-speed shiftable CVT FWD
27K + list, $3,000 down, 24 months at $299 with 15K miles per year. This was a sweet deal.
2008 4dr Sedan 270-horsepower 3.5L V6
6-speed manual FWD
Nissan Canada has 0.9% financing right now on all 2008 models.
2008 4dr Sedan 175-horsepower 2.5L I4
6-speed shiftable CVT FWD
Lower than what I was paying on old car!
2007 4dr Sedan 270-horsepower 3.5L V6
6-speed shiftable CVT FWD
The payments were very reasonable, and the dealer offered a good discount.
2007 4dr Sedan 270-horsepower 3.5L V6
6-speed shiftable CVT FWD
Dealership Willing to negotiate.
2007 4dr Sedan 270-horsepower 3.5L V6
6-speed shiftable CVT FWD
Considerably less. Dealership willing to negotiate vehicle price
2006 4dr Sedan 175-horsepower 2.5L I4
4-speed automatic FWD
You can save a few thousnad dollars over the Camry and I feel the Altima is a better looking car.
2002 4dr Sedan 175-horsepower 2.5L I4
4-speed automatic FWD
Lower price than Camry for more features
Price of the Nissan Altima: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2012 4dr Sedan 175-horsepower 2.5L I4
6-speed shiftable CVT FWD
I lease it for $311/month with added tire/windshield/paintless dent repair. That's with no down payment.
2008 2dr Coupe 270-horsepower 3.5L V6
6-speed manual FWD
not a good value for the money
2008 4dr Sedan 175-horsepower 2.5L I4
6-speed shiftable CVT FWD
The Altima would have cost us $4000-$5000 more with similar equipment level.
2008 2dr Coupe 270-horsepower 3.5L V6
6-speed shiftable CVT FWD
When I negotiated for the altima the cheapest the dealership would come down to was just over 25,000. It was the 2.5 sl package (leather, bose stereo, etc. For another 1,400 I bought the accord v6 with the premium stereo, leather, moonroof, etc.
2007 4dr Sedan 175-horsepower 2.5L I4
6-speed shiftable CVT FWD
The price is a bit on the high side when comparing to domestic automobiles, yet a lot can be said about costumer service and a high quality product. I for one will be a repeat costumer of nissans
2005 4dr Sedan 250-horsepower 3.5L V6
5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
High $20k for an SE

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Price of the Hyundai Sonata

Price of the Hyundai Sonata: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2011 4dr Sedan turbocharged 274hp 2.0L I4
6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
Currently a good lease deal on the sport version with turbo.
2010 4dr Sedan 175-horsepower 2.4L I4
5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
Very competitively priced. I saved $3000 when compared to a camry or accord with similiar features.
2009 4dr Sedan 249-horsepower 3.3L V6
5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
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2009 4dr Sedan 175-horsepower 2.4L I4
5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
Compared to the Accord or Camry, the Sonata cost considerably less even though it has a longer list of standard features.
2009 4dr Sedan 175-horsepower 2.4L I4
5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
Best car for the money.
2009 4dr Sedan 249-horsepower 3.3L V6
5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
Best bang for your $$$. Test drove comparable Accord and Camry and they were at least $2000 higher with less options.
2009 4dr Sedan 175-horsepower 2.4L I4
5-speed manual FWD
Cheep car.
2009 4dr Sedan 249-horsepower 3.3L V6
5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
Always great incenstives. 0% financing or cash back. That combined with the low price to begin with, hard to beat.
2009 4dr Sedan 249-horsepower 3.3L V6
5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
Price is 2-5K lower for comperable competitors, Malibu, Toyota, etc
2009 4dr Sedan 249-horsepower 3.3L V6
5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
Heavy dealer discounting gets you a fully loaded 6 cyl. Sonata Limited at the same price as a base 4 cyl. Accord or Camry.
2009 4dr Sedan 175-horsepower 2.4L I4
5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
This car currently has the lowest price point for a mid size car with the electronic stability control, front, side and curtain front and rear air bags all standard. A 5 year 60,000 mile bumper to bumper warranty and 10 year 100,000 mile warranty too.
2008 4dr Sedan 162-horsepower 2.4L I4
4-speed shiftable automatic FWD
Its price was lower than comparable sedans for the features that the Sonata offers.
2008 4dr Sedan 162-horsepower 2.4L I4
4-speed shiftable automatic FWD
Cost less than the camry and in my mind just as good if not better
2008 4dr Sedan 162-horsepower 2.4L I4
4-speed shiftable automatic FWD
Thousands less than the Camry
2008 4dr Sedan 162-horsepower 2.4L I4
4-speed shiftable automatic FWD
bought used, paid cash, cheap to own, excellent value
2007 4dr Sedan 162-horsepower 2.4L I4
4-speed shiftable automatic FWD
For Mid size car this was the best price
2007 4dr Sedan 162-horsepower 2.4L I4
5-speed manual FWD
I bought mine at a dealer auction, repo, 11270 miles, for ~ 60% of what a new one would have cost.
2007 4dr Sedan 234-horsepower 3.3L V6
5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
For all of the standard features on the SE, such as V6, fog lights, 17in wheels, ESC, and side airbags, there is no greater value out there. I feel like I own a $30K car for only $20K. After the rebate, I was out less than some base model cars.
2007 4dr Sedan 234-horsepower 3.3L V6
5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
3-$5000 cheaper then competitve offerings from Honda, Toyota and Nissan.
2007 4dr Sedan 162-horsepower 2.4L I4
4-speed shiftable automatic FWD
Many safety features (airbag, vehicle stability control) standard resulting in substantial savings
2007 4dr Sedan 234-horsepower 3.3L V6
5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
Good discounts and excellent dealer combined to make this a great offer.
2006 4dr Sedan 235-horsepower 3.3L V6
5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
cheap cheap cheap!
2006 4dr Sedan 235-horsepower 3.3L V6
5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
It was 5k less than an Accord, what else is there to add.
2006 4dr Sedan 162-horsepower 2.4L I4
5-speed manual FWD
Really compared to its competitors
2006 4dr Sedan 235-horsepower 3.3L V6
5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
0% financing
2006 4dr Sedan 235-horsepower 3.3L V6
5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
Best value in its class by far. Excellent price, drive a near-luxury car for less than $20k.
2006 4dr Sedan 235-horsepower 3.3L V6
5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
Price is low and you get ALOT
2006 4dr Sedan 235-horsepower 3.3L V6
5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
Best value in class.
2006 4dr Sedan 235-horsepower 3.3L V6
5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
best bang for buck, period.
2003 4dr Sedan 170-horsepower 2.7L V6
4-speed shiftable automatic FWD
It met our budget at the time.
Price of the Hyundai Sonata: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2011 4dr Sedan 198-horsepower 2.4L I4
6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
Dealer was not willing to negotiate at all. Such is often the problem with a brand new model that is high in demand.
2009 4dr Sedan 175-horsepower 2.4L I4
5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
Too expensive for what they represent (cheap and low class)

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