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Dodge Avenger vs. Chevrolet Cruze Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Dodge Avenger vs. Chevrolet Cruze Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $24,115

Chevrolet Cruze 2LT   
Difference: $4,265

Lowest Total Invoice: $22,973

Chevrolet Cruze 2LT   
Difference: $4,060

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year201220122012
ModelAvengerCruzeCruze
TrimR/T2LTLTZ
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $25,995 $20,685 $23,190
Base Invoice $24,800 $19,858 $22,146
Sun / Sound Group 1,340    
Ashtray and lighter (optional) 50 45 45
RS Package   695 595
Navigation system   995 995
Sunroof   900 900
Sun / Sound Group 1,193    
Ashtray and lighter (optional) 45 40 40
RS Package   612 524
Navigation system   876 876
Sunroof   792 792
Options (change) 1,390 2,635 2,535
Options (change) 1,238 2,320 2,232
Destination 995 795 795
Total Price $28,380 $24,115 $26,520
Total Invoice $27,033 $22,973 $25,173

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Dodge Avenger vs. Chevrolet Cruze

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Chevrolet Cruze 2LT
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $2,955
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $2,812
Model Year201220122012
ModelAvengerCruzeCruze
TrimR/T2LTLTZ
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine283hp V6138hp I4138hp I4
TransmissionT6M6T6
DrivetrainFWDFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)276, 6?, 6?, 6
Tire (rear if not all the same)225/50-18225/50-17225/45-18
Total Price$28,380$24,115$26,520
Adjustments for Features-1,3100-2,055
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$27,070$24,115$24,465
Cost Above Minimum$0$0$350
Total Invoice$27,033$22,973$25,173
Adjustments for Features-1,2480-1,951
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$25,785$22,973$23,222
Cost Above Minimum$0$0$249

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Features Comparison: Dodge Avenger vs. Chevrolet Cruze

Model Year201220122012
ModelAvengerCruzeCruze
TrimR/T2LTLTZ
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1100 $1100
6-speed manual $150 
FWD$0$0$0
Accessories 
Proximity key  $250
Remote start$150 $150
Remote window/roof operation$15  
Universal garage door opener$100  
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats$0  
Knee airbag, driver $75$75
Knee airbag, passenger $75$75
Obstacle detection, rear  $250
Rear side airbags $300$300
Rollover sensor $50$50
Cargo Management 
Air-conditioned storage compartment$50  
Overhead sunglass holder$25  
Climate Control 
Automatic climate control, front$200 $200
Exterior 
Body kit $0$0
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)$25  
Laminated front side windows$200  
Infotainment 
Bluetooth audio streaming$25  
DVD-compatible player$0  
Media drive$15  
Satellite radio $200$200
Satellite radio - one year subscription$250  
Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation $225$225
Traffic + travel information$25  
Voice control for external devices$0  
Voice recorder$0  
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Auto-dimming rearview mirror$150 $150
Compass$0  
Heated mirrors$25 $25
Illuminated visor mirror, driver$50 $50
Illuminated visor mirror, passenger$50 $50
Interior ambient lighting $150$150
Visor mirror, driver $10 
Visor mirror, passenger $10 
Seats and Interior Trim 
Manual height adjuster, passenger seat $50$50
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat$50  
Power recliner, driver seat$100  
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Performance steering system (optional)$0  
Total Value of Features$2,605$1,295$3,350
Value of Feature Adjustments$1,310$0$2,055
Value of Feature Adjustments-1,2480-1,951

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Specifications Comparison: Dodge Avenger vs. Chevrolet Cruze

Model Year20122012
ModelAvengerCruze
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase108.9 in105.7 in
Length192.6 in181.0 in
Width72.8 in70.7 in
Height58.4 in58.1 in
Curb Weight3,395 lb.3,103 lb.
Fuel Capacity16.9 gal.15.6 gal.
Row 1 Headroom40.0 in39.3 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room56.3 in54.8 in
Row 1 Hip Room52.6 in53.0 in
Row 1 Legroom42.4 in42.2 in
Row 2 Headroom38.3 in37.9 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room56.0 in53.9 in
Row 2 Hip Room52.8 in52.4 in
Row 2 Legroom36.2 in35.4 in
Cargo Volume13.5 ft315.4 ft3

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Option Package Details
Dodge Avenger R/T

Sun / Sound Group
FeatureValueRequested?
Sunroof900Yes
Navigation system600Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
iPod integration100Yes
Traffic + travel information25No
Voice recorder0No
Total Requested170099%
Total Not Requested251%

Option Package Details
Chevrolet Cruze 2LT

Navigation system
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Speed limit information0No
Total Requested700100%
Total Not Requested00%
RS Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Fog lights125Yes
Body kit0No
Rear spoiler200Yes
Upgraded instruments0No
Total Requested325100%
Total Not Requested00%

Option Package Details
Chevrolet Cruze LTZ

Navigation system
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Speed limit information0No
Total Requested700100%
Total Not Requested00%
RS Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Body kit0No
Rear spoiler200Yes
Total Requested200100%
Total Not Requested00%

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