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Ford Focus vs. Nissan Maxima Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Ford Focus vs. Nissan Maxima Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $21,259

Ford Focus SEL   
Difference: $15,611

Lowest Total Invoice: $19,757

Ford Focus SES   
Difference: $13,977

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year201120112012
ModelFocusFocusMaxima
TrimSESSELSV
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $18,870 $19,670 $35,120
Base Invoice $17,587 $18,315 $32,163
Moon & Tune Value Package 395 395  
Universal garage door opener 399 399  
Leather seating surfaces 810    
Cargo mat 70 70  
Floor mats     195
Cold Package     400
Rear spoiler     375
Moon & Tune Value Package 344 344  
Universal garage door opener 342 342  
Leather seating surfaces 704    
Cargo mat 55 55  
Floor mats     146
Cold Package     347
Rear spoiler     298
Options (change) 1,674 864 970
Options (change) 1,445 741 791
Destination 725 725 780
Total Price $21,269 $21,259 $36,870
Total Invoice $19,757 $19,781 $33,734

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Ford Focus vs. Nissan Maxima

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Ford Focus SEL
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $12,796
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $11,386
Model Year201120112012
ModelFocusFocusMaxima
TrimSESSELSV
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine140hp I4140hp I4290hp V6
TransmissionM5A4CVT-6
DrivetrainFWDFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)190, 9190, 9?, 9
Tire (rear if not all the same)215/45-17205/50-16245/45-18
Total Price$21,269$21,259$36,870
Adjustments for Features0-600-3,415
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$21,269$20,659$33,455
Cost Above Minimum$610$0$0
Total Invoice$19,757$19,781$33,734
Adjustments for Features0-558-3,125
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$19,757$19,223$30,609
Cost Above Minimum$534$0$0

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Features Comparison: Ford Focus vs. Nissan Maxima

Model Year201120112012
ModelFocusFocusMaxima
TrimSESSELSV
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
5-speed manual$0  
4-speed automatic $800 
6-speed manually-shiftable CVT  $1100
FWD$0$0$0
Accessories 
Heated steering wheel  $100
Proximity key  $250
Remote window/roof operation  $15
Tilt steering wheel, manual$150$150 
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual  $250
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
4-wheel disc brakes  $150
911 assist$25$25 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats  $0
Brake assist  $50
Safety key$5$5 
Vehicle health reports$0$0 
Cargo Management 
Overhead sunglass holder  $25
Climate Control 
Automatic climate control, front  $200
Dual-zone climate control  $125
Interior air filter  $0
Intermittent wipers$0$0 
Rear air vents  $100
Variable intermittent wipers  $75
Exterior 
Rear spoiler$200 $200
Infotainment 
Bluetooth audio streaming$25$25 
CD changer, in-dash  $325
CD player$125$125 
Navigation, turn-by-turn$25$25 
Traffic + travel information$25$25 
USB port$25$25 
Voice control for audio system$25$25 
Voice control for external devices$0$0 
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Automatic headlights  $125
Illuminated visor mirror, driver  $50
Illuminated visor mirror, passenger  $50
Turn signals on or near mirrors  $25
Visor mirror, driver$10$10 
Visor mirror, passenger$10$10 
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row  $50
Door sill trim plates  $100
Manual height adjuster, driver seat$50$50 
Manual thigh support length adjuster, driver seat  $50
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat  $100
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat  $100
Power height adjuster, driver seat  $100
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat  $100
Power recliner, driver seat  $100
Power recliner, passenger seat  $100
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat  $100
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Sport suspension (upgrade)$0  
Touring suspension (upgrade) $0 
Total Value of Features$700$1,300$4,115
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$600$3,415
Value of Feature Adjustments0-558-3,125

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Specifications Comparison: Ford Focus vs. Nissan Maxima

Model Year20112012
ModelFocusMaxima
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase102.9 in109.3 in
Length175.0 in190.6 in
Width66.7 in73.2 in
Height58.6 in57.8 in
Curb Weight2,624 lb.3,557 lb.
Fuel Capacity13.5 gal.20.0 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.2 in38.5 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room53.5 in56.3 in
Row 1 Hip Room50.4 in53.4 in
Row 1 Legroom41.7 in43.8 in
Row 2 Headroom38.3 in36.4 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room53.7 in55.1 in
Row 2 Hip Room50.9 in53.9 in
Row 2 Legroom36.1 in34.6 in
Cargo Volume13.8 ft314.2 ft3

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Option Package Details
Ford Focus SES

Moon & Tune Value Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Sunroof900Yes
Unbranded, 190W, 9 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Total Requested90072%
Total Not Requested35028%

Option Package Details
Ford Focus SEL

Moon & Tune Value Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Sunroof900Yes
Unbranded, 190W, 9 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Total Requested90072%
Total Not Requested35028%

Option Package Details
Nissan Maxima SV

Floor mats
FeatureValueRequested?
Floor mats75Yes
Cargo mat40Yes
Total Requested115100%
Total Not Requested00%
Cold Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Heated mirrors25Yes
Heated front seats200Yes
Heated steering wheel100No
Total Requested22569%
Total Not Requested10031%

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