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Honda Element vs. Mini Hardtop Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Honda Element vs. Mini Hardtop Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $20,220

Honda Element EX   
Difference: $480

Lowest Total Invoice: $18,695

Mini Hardtop Cooper   
Difference: $37

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year200620082008
ModelElementHardtopHardtop
TrimEXCooperCooper S
Body4dr SUV2dr Hatch2dr Hatch
Base Price $19,625 $18,050 $21,200
Base Invoice $18,137 $16,245 $19,080
Cruise control   250 250
Metallic paint (extra cost)   500 500
Center armrest(s), front row   250 250
Satellite radio - lifetime subscription   1,000 1,000
Cruise control   225 225
Metallic paint (extra cost)   450 450
Center armrest(s), front row   225 225
Satellite radio - lifetime subscription   900 900
Options (change) 0 2,000 2,000
Options (change) 0 1,800 1,800
Destination 595 650 650
Total Price $20,220 $20,700 $23,850
Total Invoice $18,732 $18,695 $21,530

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Honda Element vs. Mini Hardtop

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Mini Hardtop Cooper
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $1,490
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $1,816
Model Year200620082008
ModelElementHardtopHardtop
TrimEXCooperCooper S
Body4dr SUV2dr Hatch2dr Hatch
Engine166hp I4118hp I4172hp I4
TransmissionM5M6M6
DrivetrainFWDFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)270, 7?, 6?, 6
Tire (rear if not all the same)215/70-16175/65-15195/55-16
Total Price$20,220$20,700$23,850
Adjustments for Features0-1,970-2,645
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$20,220$18,730$21,205
Cost Above Minimum$0$0$2,475
Total Invoice$18,732$18,695$21,530
Adjustments for Features0-1,779-2,388
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$18,732$16,916$19,142
Cost Above Minimum$0$0$2,226

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Features Comparison: Honda Element vs. Mini Hardtop

Model Year200620082008
ModelElementHardtopHardtop
TrimEXCooperCooper S
Body4dr SUV2dr Hatch2dr Hatch
Transmission and Drivetrain 
5-speed manual$0  
6-speed manual $150$150
FWD$0$0$0
Accessories 
Remote window/roof operation $15$15
Tilt steering wheel, manual$150  
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual $250$250
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Brake assist $50$50
Side curtain airbags $350$350
Tire-pressure monitor $75$75
Tires, run-flat  $150
Traction control $100$100
Cargo Management 
Air-conditioned storage compartment $50$50
Cargo cover $75$75
Console with shifter $150$150
Overhead sunglass holder$25  
Climate Control 
Intermittent wipers$0  
Variable intermittent wipers $75$75
Wiper de-icer $25$25
Exterior 
Bright-finished fuel door  $100
Deep-tinted rear windows$275  
Hood scoop  $100
Rear spoiler  $200
Skid plate (one)$50  
Wheel-lip moldings $75$75
Infotainment 
MP3-compatible player$50  
Satellite radio$200  
Satellite radio - lifetime subscription $550$550
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Automatic-off headlights $25$25
Fog lights  $125
Illuminated visor mirror, driver $50$50
Illuminated visor mirror, passenger $50$50
Outside temperature display $50$50
Trip computer $150$150
Turn signals on or near mirrors $25$25
Visor mirror, driver$10  
Visor mirror, passenger$10  
Seats and Interior Trim 
Floor mats $75$75
Leather-wrapped steering wheel $150$150
Manual height adjuster, passenger seat $50$50
Manual recliner, second row seats$75  
Removable second row seats$0  
Synthetic leather seating surfaces $0$0
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Electronic systems calibration selector $200$200
Sport suspension (upgrade)  $0
Total Value of Features$845$2,815$3,490
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$1,970$2,645
Value of Feature Adjustments0-1,779-2,388

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See a complete comparison of Honda Element vs. Mini Hardtop features.

Specifications Comparison: Honda Element vs. Mini Hardtop

Model Year20062008
ModelElementHardtop
Body4dr SUV2dr Hatch
Wheelbase101.4 in97.1 in
Length169.3 in145.6 in
Width71.5 in66.3 in
Height70.4 in55.4 in
Curb Weight3,372 lb.2,547 lb.
Fuel Capacity15.9 gal.11.0 gal.
Row 1 Headroom43.3 in38.8 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room57.1 in50.3 in
Row 1 Hip Room55.0 in0.0 in
Row 1 Legroom41.0 in41.4 in
Row 2 Headroom38.0 in37.6 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room52.2 in44.7 in
Row 2 Hip Room47.6 in0.0 in
Row 2 Legroom39.1 in29.9 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum		26.0 ft35.7 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum		77.1 ft324.0 ft3

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See a complete comparison of Honda Element vs. Mini Hardtop specs.

Option Package Details
Mini Hardtop Cooper

Cruise control
FeatureValueRequested?
Cruise control150Yes
Audio controls on steering wheel125Yes
Total Requested275100%
Total Not Requested00%

Option Package Details
Mini Hardtop Cooper S

Cruise control
FeatureValueRequested?
Cruise control150Yes
Audio controls on steering wheel125Yes
Total Requested275100%
Total Not Requested00%

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