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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: $20,399

Mini Hardtop Cooper   
Difference: $1,261

Lowest Total Invoice: $18,496

Mini Hardtop Cooper   
Difference: $1,715

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year2008200820062006
ModelElementElementHardtopHardtop
TrimEXSCCooperCooper S
Body4dr SUV4dr SUV2dr Hatch2dr Hatch
Base Price $20,990 $22,775 $17,450 $20,900
Base Invoice $19,541 $21,197 $15,787 $18,892
Cruise control     250 250
Stability control     500 500
Metallic paint (extra cost)     450 450
Center armrest(s), front row     200 200
Satellite radio     499 499
Sport suspension (upgrade)     500  
Cruise control     225 225
Stability control     450 450
Metallic paint (extra cost)     405 405
Center armrest(s), front row     180 180
Satellite radio     449 449
Sport suspension (upgrade)     450  
Options (change) 0 0 2,399 1,899
Options (change) 0 0 2,159 1,709
Destination 670 670 550 550
Total Price $21,660 $23,445 $20,399 $23,349
Total Invoice $20,211 $21,867 $18,496 $21,151

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Honda Element vs. Mini Hardtop

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Mini Hardtop Cooper
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $1,556
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $1,982
Model Year2008200820062006
ModelElementElementHardtopHardtop
TrimEXSCCooperCooper S
Body4dr SUV4dr SUV2dr Hatch2dr Hatch
Engine166hp I4166hp I4115hp I4168hp I4
TransmissionM5M5M5M6
DrivetrainFWDFWDFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)270, 7270, 7?, 6?, 6
Tire (rear if not all the same)215/70-16225/55-18175/65-15195/55-16
Total Price$21,660$23,445$20,399$23,349
Adjustments for Features0-225-295-895
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$21,660$23,220$20,104$22,454
Cost Above Minimum$0$1,560$0$2,350
Total Invoice$20,211$21,867$18,496$21,151
Adjustments for Features0-210-267-811
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$20,211$21,657$18,229$20,340
Cost Above Minimum$0$1,446$0$2,111

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Features Comparison: Honda Element vs. Mini Hardtop

Model Year2008200820062006
ModelElementElementHardtopHardtop
TrimEXSCCooperCooper S
Body4dr SUV4dr SUV2dr Hatch2dr Hatch
Transmission and Drivetrain 
5-speed manual$0$0$0 
6-speed manual   $150
FWD$0$0$0$0
Accessories 
Remote window/roof operation  $15$15
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Brake assist$50$50  
Rollover sensor$50$50  
Tires, run-flat   $150
Cargo Management 
Air-conditioned storage compartment  $50$50
Cargo cover  $75$75
Console with shifter  $150$150
Console without shifter $150  
Overhead sunglass holder$25$25  
Climate Control 
Intermittent wipers$0$0  
Variable intermittent wipers  $75$75
Wiper de-icer  $25$25
Exterior 
Deep-tinted rear windows$275$275  
Hood scoop   $100
Rear spoiler   $200
Skid plate (one)$50$50  
Wheel-lip moldings  $75$75
Infotainment 
Aux input$50$50  
MP3-compatible player$50$50  
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Automatic-off headlights  $25$25
Illuminated visor mirror, driver  $50$50
Illuminated visor mirror, passenger  $50$50
Outside temperature display  $50$50
Turn signals on or near mirrors  $25$25
Visor mirror, driver$10$10  
Visor mirror, passenger$10$10  
Seats and Interior Trim 
Floor mats $75$75$75
Leather-wrapped steering wheel  $150$150
Manual height adjuster, passenger seat  $50$50
Manual recliner, second row seats$75$75  
Removable second row seats$0$0  
Synthetic leather seating surfaces  $0$0
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Performance steering system (optional) $0  
Sport suspension (upgrade) $0$0$0
Total Value of Features$645$870$940$1,540
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$225$295$895
Value of Feature Adjustments0-210-267-811

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Specifications Comparison: Honda Element vs. Mini Hardtop

Model Year20082006
ModelElementHardtop
Body4dr SUV2dr Hatch
Wheelbase101.4 in97.1 in
Length169.3 in143.1 in
Width71.5 in66.5 in
Height70.4 in55.4 in
Curb Weight3,434 lb.2,525 lb.
Fuel Capacity15.9 gal.13.2 gal.
Row 1 Headroom43.3 in38.8 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room57.1 in50.9 in
Row 1 Hip Room55.0 in0.0 in
Row 1 Legroom41.0 in41.3 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 in31.3 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum
26.0 ft35.6 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum
77.1 ft325.0 ft3

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Option Package Details
Mini Hardtop Cooper

Cruise control
FeatureValueRequested?
Cruise control150Yes
Audio controls on steering wheel125Yes
Total Requested275100%
Total Not Requested00%
Stability control
FeatureValueRequested?
Stability control400Yes
Traction control100Yes
Total Requested500100%
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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