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Honda Civic vs. Hyundai Elantra Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Honda Civic vs. Hyundai Elantra Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $17,465

Hyundai Elantra GLS   
Difference: $5,880

Lowest Total Invoice: $16,907

Hyundai Elantra GLS   
Difference: $4,839

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20122012
ModelCivicElantra
TrimSiGLS
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $22,555 $15,345
Base Invoice $20,956 $14,918
Comfort Package   1,250
Floor mats   95
Comfort Package   1,138
Floor mats   76
Options (change) 0 1,345
Options (change) 0 1,214
Destination 790 775
Total Price $23,345 $17,465
Total Invoice $21,746 $16,907

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Honda Civic vs. Hyundai Elantra

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Hyundai Elantra GLS
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $3,280
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $2,417
Model Year20122012
ModelCivicElantra
TrimSiGLS
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine201hp I4148hp I4
TransmissionM6M6
DrivetrainFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)22/31 MPG28/38 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)360, 7172, 6
Tire (rear if not all the same)215/45-17205/55-16
Total Price$23,345$17,465
Adjustments for Features-2,6000
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$20,745$17,465
Total Invoice$21,746$16,907
Adjustments for Features-2,4220
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$19,324$16,907

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Features Comparison: Honda Civic vs. Hyundai Elantra

Model Year20122012
ModelCivicElantra
TrimSiGLS
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manual$150$150
FWD$0$0
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Temporary spare tire$150 
Cargo Management 
Overhead sunglass holder $25
Drivetrain 
Limited-slip front differential$500 
Exterior 
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)$25 
Rear spoiler$200 
Sunroof$900 
Infotainment 
Audio controls on steering wheel$125 
Bluetooth audio streaming$25 
Bluetooth cell phone link$100 
Satellite radio $200
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Automatic headlights$125 
Digital instruments$0 
Fog lights$125 
Heated mirrors $25
Seats and Interior Trim 
Leather-wrapped steering wheel$150 
Metal pedals$75 
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Alloy wheels$350 
Sport suspension (upgrade)$0 
Transmission 
Short-throw shifter (optional)$0 
Total Value of Features$3,000$400
Value of Feature Adjustments$2,600$0
Value of Feature Adjustments-2,4220

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Specifications Comparison: Honda Civic vs. Hyundai Elantra

Model Year20122012
ModelCivicElantra
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase105.1 in106.3 in
Length177.3 in178.3 in
Width69.0 in69.9 in
Height56.5 in56.5 in
Curb Weight2,906 lb.2,661 lb.
Fuel Capacity13.2 gal.12.8 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.0 in40.0 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room56.6 in55.9 in
Row 1 Hip Room50.5 in53.5 in
Row 1 Legroom42.0 in43.6 in
Row 2 Headroom37.1 in37.1 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room53.3 in54.8 in
Row 2 Hip Room51.4 in52.7 in
Row 2 Legroom36.2 in33.1 in
Cargo Volume12.5 ft314.8 ft3

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Option Package Details
Hyundai Elantra GLS

Comfort Package
FeatureValueRequested?
205/55R16 tires400No
Air conditioning900Yes
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual100Yes
Cruise control150Yes
Total Requested115074%
Total Not Requested40026%

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