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Acura RL vs. Hyundai Sonata Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Acura RL vs. Hyundai Sonata Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $32,960

Hyundai Sonata Limited 2.0T   
Difference: $24,085

Lowest Total Invoice: $31,107

Hyundai Sonata Limited 2.0T   
Difference: $21,080

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20122018
ModelRLSonata
TrimBaseLimited 2.0T
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $48,200 $31,900
Base Invoice $44,098 $30,081
Advance Package 7,950  
Cargo net   50
Floor mats   125
Advance Package 7,194  
Cargo net   41
Floor mats   100
Options (change) 7,950 175
Options (change) 7,194 141
Destination 895 885
Total Price $57,045 $32,960
Total Invoice $52,187 $31,107

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Acura RL vs. Hyundai Sonata

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Hyundai Sonata Limited 2.0T
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $23,845
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $20,860
Model Year20122018
ModelRLSonata
TrimBaseLimited 2.0T
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine300hp V6245hp I4
TransmissionT6T8
DrivetrainAWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)17/24 MPG22/31 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)260, 10400, 9
Tire (rear if not all the same)245/45-18235/45-18
Total Price$57,045$32,960
Adjustments for Features-2400
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$56,805$32,960
Total Invoice$52,187$31,107
Adjustments for Features-2200
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$51,967$31,107

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Features Comparison: Acura RL vs. Hyundai Sonata

Model Year20122018
ModelRLSonata
TrimBaseLimited 2.0T
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1100 
8-speed manually-shiftable automatic $1300
AWD$1700 
FWD $0
Accessories 
Active noise reduction$0 
Adaptive cruise control$600 
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed $850
Heated steering wheel $100
Proximity trunk or liftgate opener $125
Remote app $25
Remote climate control $25
Remote start via app $75
Remote window/roof operation$15 
Sunshade, rear, power$225 
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual $250
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power$350 
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Automatic braking, low-speed $200
Blind spot warning system $200
Cross-traffic warning, rear $100
Knee airbag, driver $75
Lane departure prevention, steering-based $200
Lane departure warning $200
Pedestrian detection $50
Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system$0 
Rollover sensor $50
Temporary spare tire $150
Vehicle health reports $0
Cargo Management 
Overhead sunglass holder $25
Rear seat pass-through$100 
Drivetrain 
Active rear differential$500 
Exterior 
Bodyside moldings$75 
Infotainment 
Android Auto support $100
App support $0
Apple CarPlay support $100
Bluetooth audio streaming $25
CD changer, in-dash$325 
DVD-Audio-compatible player$0 
HD radio $50
Navigation map updates, three years $0
Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation $225
Wireless charging station $75
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Auto-dimming headlights $200
Compass $0
Fog lights$125 
LED headlights, single projector or low beam only $750
Mirror tilt-down in reverse$25 
Power-folding mirrors$50 
Xenon HID headlights$500 
Seats and Interior Trim 
Door sill trim plates $100
Folding second row seats $300
Leather door panel trim$250 
Leather-wrapped steering wheel $150
Metal pedals $75
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat $150
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat$100 
Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat$100 
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat$100 
Power-folding headrests, second row seats$50 
Wood trim$300 
Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel$150 
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Electronic systems calibration selector $200
Performance steering system (optional) $0
Sport suspension (upgrade) $0
Total Value of Features$6,740$6,500
Value of Feature Adjustments$240$0
Value of Feature Adjustments-2200

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See a complete comparison of Acura RL vs. Hyundai Sonata features.

Specifications Comparison: Acura RL vs. Hyundai Sonata

Model Year20122018
ModelRLSonata
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase110.2 in110.4 in
Length195.8 in191.1 in
Width72.7 in73.4 in
Height57.2 in58.1 in
Curb Weight4,099 lb.3,492 lb.
Fuel Capacity19.4 gal.18.5 gal.
Row 1 Headroom38.5 in40.4 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room58.5 in57.9 in
Row 1 Hip Room55.1 in55.3 in
Row 1 Legroom42.4 in45.5 in
Row 2 Headroom37.2 in38.0 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room56.1 in56.5 in
Row 2 Hip Room54.0 in56.1 in
Row 2 Legroom36.3 in35.6 in
Cargo Volume13.8 ft316.3 ft3

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See a complete comparison of Acura RL vs. Hyundai Sonata specs.

Option Package Details
Acura RL

Advance Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Wood trim300No
Adaptive cruise control450Yes
Power-folding mirrors50No
Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system0No
Automatic braking, high-speed200Yes
Forward collision warning200Yes
Navigation system600Yes
Cooled or ventilated front seats300Yes
Steering-linked headlights150Yes
Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel0No
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Rearview camera200Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Traffic + travel information25Yes
Total Requested247588%
Total Not Requested35012%

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