Model Year | 2013 | 2013 | 2013 | 2013 | 2017 | 2017 | 2017 | 2017 | 2017 | 2017 |
Model | Dart | Dart | Dart | Dart | Soul | Soul | Soul | Soul | Soul | Soul |
Trim | SE | SXT | Limited | GT | Base | + | ! | EV-e | EV | EV+ |
Engines | ||||||||||
Transmissions | ||||||||||
Drivetrains | ||||||||||
Tires | ||||||||||
Audio Systems | ||||||||||
Accessories | ||||||||||
Often must be ordered with power rear side windows, if these are available. | ||||||||||
Enter and start the vehicle without removing the key from your pocket. | ||||||||||
Check on car and remotely control various functions (remote start, locks, lights, and/or HVAC) from a telephone or computer. Can require a monthly fee. | ||||||||||
Can turn on air conditioning system remotely using the key fob, to cool down the car before getting into it. Some also enable this with heat. | ||||||||||
Unlock and lock the car using buttons on the keyfob. | ||||||||||
Start the car using a button on the keyfob. Interior can be a comfortable temperature as soon as you get in. | ||||||||||
Homelink. | ||||||||||
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||||||||||
Rear disc brakes. | ||||||||||
Automatically contacts 911 through a linked cell phone in the event of a severe collision. | ||||||||||
If active, automatically move forward when the vehicle is rear-ended. Note: becoming less common. | ||||||||||
Automatically pulse the brakes in hard stops to prevent wheels from locking up, making it possible to brake and steer at the same time. | ||||||||||
Mirror-mounted lights indicate when another vehicle is in a blind spot. | ||||||||||
When a panic stop is sensed, fully applies the brakes. | ||||||||||
Warns of traffic coming from either direction when vehicle is in reverse, to prevent accidents when backing out of parking spaces. | ||||||||||
Applies the brakes to a slipping drive wheel to transfer torque to the other side, simulating the effect of a limited-slip differential. We haven't identified all applications, often implied by traction control. | ||||||||||
Only listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models. | ||||||||||
Alerts driver when approaching the preceding car too quickly. | ||||||||||
Mandatory, in all cars. | ||||||||||
Applies the brakes to hold the vehicle in place on an incline. Incomplete data, so only displayed when pricing a single vehicle. | ||||||||||
Alerts driver when the vehicle seems to be wandering out of the lane. | ||||||||||
Beeps signal distance to object in front of vehicle. Parking aid. | ||||||||||
Beeps signal distance to object behind vehicle. Parking aid. | ||||||||||
Torso-level second row airbags, usually contained in the rear door. Some also protect the head, but not as well as side curtain airbags. | ||||||||||
Rearview camera connected to display screen on the instrument panel. Often requires navigation system. | ||||||||||
Deploys extended duration side curtain airbags when the vehicle rolls over. Usually included on tall vehicles. Rare on others. | ||||||||||
Airbags contained just above the window level. Except in cars without a rear seat usually cover first and second row. | ||||||||||
Selectively applies the brakes to prevent excessive understeer or oversteer (spinning). | ||||||||||
Two types: a warning light when a tire is low on air and a pressure readout for each tire. | ||||||||||
When a drive wheel slips, it is braked and/or engine power is reduced, restoring traction. | ||||||||||
Periodically uploads and emails a vehicle diagnostic check. | ||||||||||
Cargo Management | ||||||||||
Usually part of an overhead console. | ||||||||||
Usually concealed behind a stowed armrest. Enables long items like skis to be carried without folding the rear seat. | ||||||||||
Large storage area beneath the load floor, often compartmentalized. | ||||||||||
Climate Control | ||||||||||
Maintains set temperature in front row. Requires air conditioning and does not include its value. | ||||||||||
Temperature can be separately set for left and right sides of the passenger compartment. Requires air conditioning and does not include its value. | ||||||||||
Augments resistive electric heater. A much more efficient source of heat when the outside air is above freezing. | ||||||||||
Filters exterior air before it enters the passenger compartment. No default value because most cars have them, even in cases where they're not in the official list of features. | ||||||||||
Ionizes air to clean it. Might create high levels of ozone. | ||||||||||
Electric heater element to start heating cabin before engine warmed up. Often included with diesels and hybrids. | ||||||||||
Wipers automatically turn on and adjust their speed based on input from a rain sensor. | ||||||||||
Ducts under front seats direct heated air to the second row. | ||||||||||
Only listed when pricing a single model because insufficient data for all cars. | ||||||||||
Time between wipes can be precisely adjusted. | ||||||||||
Engine / Motor | ||||||||||
Double level charger, faster charge times with 220V source. | ||||||||||
Allows for quick charging to 80 percent capacity at 440V charging stations. Using such chargers frequently might degrade the battery. | ||||||||||
Plugs into electrical outlet to warm up the engine. Facilitates starting in extreme cold. | ||||||||||
Exterior | ||||||||||
Close grille openings when not needed to reduce aerodynamic drag. | ||||||||||
Increasingly often these are not actually connected to the exhaust. | ||||||||||
Flaps mounted behind two to four wheels, to protect the body from mud and rocks. | ||||||||||
Front glass panel retracts over a fixed glass roof panel. Entire unit covers nearly the entire roof. | ||||||||||
Can be small lip spoiler or a larger raised spoiler. | ||||||||||
Only listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models. | ||||||||||
Underbody shields to improve fuel economy. (Optional, no standard value because might or might not be present on other models.) | ||||||||||
Gas Guzzler Tax | ||||||||||
Infotainment | ||||||||||
Higher speed Internet connection. Monthly fee after trial period. | ||||||||||
Requires compatible Android phone. | ||||||||||
Touchscreen and/or voice control over apps that can include online search, Facebook, Twitter, Pandora, OpenTable, and MovieTickets.com. Requires connected compatible phone. Fees may apply after first three years. | ||||||||||
Requires compatible Apple iPhone. | ||||||||||
Jack for an iPod or similar device. No value because of incomplete data. Will soon be standard on nearly every car. | ||||||||||
Uses Bluetooth rather than a cable to integrate audio device. Requires compatible audio device and/or phone. | ||||||||||
Enables hands-free communication by wirelessly connecting a cell phone to a microphone and the vehicle's stereo speakers. | ||||||||||
Audio system capable of playing DVDs on a front-row screen. Inoperative when the vehicle is moving. No value because of incomplete data. | ||||||||||
High-definition radio, which broadcasts a digital signal. Free, no subscription fees. | ||||||||||
Audio system capable of playing discs with MP3 files. | ||||||||||
Screen-based navigation system. | ||||||||||
XM or Sirius. Includes a subscription for three to six months, after which monthly fees apply. | ||||||||||
XM or Sirius with one-year subscription. | ||||||||||
SD, CF, PCMCIA, or other digital media reader. | ||||||||||
Converts text messages to speech. | ||||||||||
In-vehicle security, communications, and diagnostics system. For 2011 and newer cars often includes a remote app. Monthly fee after the first 1-12 months. | ||||||||||
Dictate text for messages and/or emails. Annual fee. | ||||||||||
Information about traffic plus weather, gas prices, sports news, and/or movie times. Monthly fee after first 3-12 months. | ||||||||||
Information about traffic conditions. Monthly fee after first 3-12 months. | ||||||||||
Often permits an iPod or phone to be integrated into the vehicle's entertainment system and controls. | ||||||||||
Phone or other device operated via the vehicle's voice command system. Requires a compatible device--all aren't supported. | ||||||||||
Sometimes also includes voice control over climate control system. | ||||||||||
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||||||||||
High beams automatically turned on and off. | ||||||||||
Interior rearview mirror automatically dims when hit by headlights of following vehicle. | ||||||||||
Headlights automatically turn on and off. Includes value of automatic-off headlights. | ||||||||||
Headlights automatically turn off. | ||||||||||
Reports the amount of boost being provided by the supercharger or turbocharger. | ||||||||||
We haven't given this feature a value because it's hard to tell which cars have it. | ||||||||||
Light wide area close in front of the vehicle. | ||||||||||
Clears ice and fog from mirrors. | ||||||||||
Includes value of non-illuminated vanity mirror. | ||||||||||
Includes value of non-illuminated vanity mirror. | ||||||||||
LEDs cast a soft glow over and/or highlight parts of the interior. | ||||||||||
The information displayed by the instruments can be customized. Color display(s) of at least 20 square inches. | ||||||||||
Only listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models. | ||||||||||
Front row reading lights. | ||||||||||
Includes value of manual remote mirrors. | ||||||||||
Mirrors fold and unfold with the touch of a button inside the vehicle. Good for narrow roads and parking lots. | ||||||||||
Lights on speakers beat in time with the music. Can be set to not beat or turned off. | ||||||||||
Reports engine speed. | ||||||||||
Reports average fuel economy, and perhaps also instantaneous fuel economy, distance to empty, average speed, and other stats. | ||||||||||
Only listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models. | ||||||||||
Provide a brighter, whiter light than halogen headlights. | ||||||||||
Seats and Interior Trim | ||||||||||
Seat folds to enlarge cargo area. Unless the seat is also removable, it usually folds flat or nearly flat. | ||||||||||
Seating surfaces are trimmed in leather; other upholstery tends to be leatherette. | ||||||||||
Either only the front seats are leather or the upholstery is a mix of cloth and leather. | ||||||||||
Lower back support power-adjustable vertically as well as in and out. | ||||||||||
Power-adjustable lower back support. | ||||||||||
Power tilting seat cushion; can take the form of a second height adjustment. | ||||||||||
Power tilting seat cushion; can take the form of a second height adjustment. | ||||||||||
Only listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models. | ||||||||||
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||||||||||
Shocks mechanically adjust firmness based on direct road inputs. Not driver adjustable. | ||||||||||
Same value as regular alloy wheels because no way to compare across models. | ||||||||||
Varies throttle, steering, ABS, and/or stability control calibration. | ||||||||||
Only listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models. | ||||||||||
Alloy wheels highly polished to yield an almost chrome-like finish. In the past valued more highly than regular alloy wheels. But the term is used so broadly lately, often meaning that only some of the wheel face is machined, that they have the same defau | ||||||||||
Only listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models. | ||||||||||
Lug nuts that can only be removed using a special key. Prevents theft of wheels. |
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