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Honda Element vs. Toyota Matrix Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Honda Element vs. Toyota Matrix Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $19,915

Toyota Matrix Standard   
Difference: $535

Lowest Total Invoice: $18,253

Toyota Matrix Standard   
Difference: $836

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20082008200820082008
ModelElementElementElementMatrixMatrix
TrimLXEXSCStandardXR
Body4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr Hatch4dr Hatch
Base Price $18,980 $20,990 $22,775 $15,510 $16,990
Base Invoice $17,677 $19,541 $21,197 $14,346 $15,373
5-speed automatic 800 800 800    
Power Package       510  
Side curtain airbags       645 645
Antilock brakes (ABS)       300 300
Alloy wheels       410 410
Stability control       650 650
4-speed automatic       800 830
Rear wiper       180  
Cruise control       250  
Extra Value Package 1         270
5-speed automatic 742 742 742    
Power Package       459  
Side curtain airbags       555 555
Antilock brakes (ABS)       258 258
Alloy wheels       328 328
Stability control       559 559
4-speed automatic       740 753
Rear wiper       148  
Cruise control       200  
Extra Value Package 1         243
Options (change) 800 800 800 3,745 3,105
Options (change) 742 742 742 3,247 2,696
Destination 670 670 670 660 660
Total Price $20,450 $22,460 $24,245 $19,915 $20,755
Total Invoice $19,089 $20,953 $22,609 $18,253 $18,729

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Honda Element vs. Toyota Matrix

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Toyota Matrix Standard
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $970
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $1,235
Model Year20082008200820082008
ModelElementElementElementMatrixMatrix
TrimLXEXSCStandardXR
Body4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr Hatch4dr Hatch
Engine166hp I4166hp I4166hp I4126hp I4126hp I4
TransmissionA5A5A5A4A4
DrivetrainFWDFWDFWDFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)20/25 MPG20/25 MPG20/25 MPG25/31 MPG25/31 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 4270, 7270, 7?, 4?, 4
Tire (rear if not all the same)215/70-16215/70-16225/55-18205/55-16205/55-16
Total Price$20,450$22,460$24,245$19,915$20,755
Adjustments for Features0-920-1,145-435-835
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$20,450$21,540$23,100$19,480$19,920
Cost Above Minimum$0$1,090$2,650$0$440
Total Invoice$19,089$20,953$22,609$18,253$18,729
Adjustments for Features0-858-1,068-399-753
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$19,089$20,095$21,541$17,854$17,976
Cost Above Minimum$0$1,006$2,452$0$122

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Features Comparison: Honda Element vs. Toyota Matrix

Model Year20082008200820082008
ModelElementElementElementMatrixMatrix
TrimLXEXSCStandardXR
Body4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr Hatch4dr Hatch
Transmission and Drivetrain 
5-speed automatic$900$900$900  
4-speed automatic   $800$800
FWD$0$0$0$0$0
Accessories 
AC power outlet   $100$100
Power rear side windows   $200$200
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
4-wheel disc brakes$150$150$150  
Brake assist$50$50$50  
Rollover sensor$50$50$50  
Traction control$100$100$100  
Cargo Management 
Cargo area rails w/tie downs   $50$50
Cargo cover   $75$75
Cargo net   $40$40
Console with shifter   $150$150
Console without shifter  $150  
Overhead sunglass holder $25$25  
Climate Control 
Intermittent wipers$0$0$0$0 
Variable intermittent wipers    $75
Exterior 
Body kit    $0
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) $25$25$25$25
Deep-tinted rear windows$275$275$275  
Rear spoiler   $200$200
Skid plate (one)$50$50$50  
Infotainment 
Audio controls on steering wheel $125$125  
Aux input $50$50  
MP3-compatible player $50$50  
Satellite radio $200$200  
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Fog lights    $125
Outside temperature display   $50$50
Power mirrors$150$150$150 $150
Visor mirror, driver $10$10$10$10
Visor mirror, passenger $10$10$10$10
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), front row $75$75$75$75
Floor mats  $75  
Folding passenger seat   $150$150
Manual height adjuster, driver seat$50$50$50 $50
Manual recliner, second row seats$75$75$75  
Removable second row seats$0$0$0  
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Alloy wheels $350$350$350$350
Performance steering system (optional)  $0  
Sport suspension (upgrade)  $0  
Total Value of Features$1,850$2,770$2,995$2,285$2,685
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$920$1,145$435$835
Value of Feature Adjustments0-858-1,068-399-753

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Specifications Comparison: Honda Element vs. Toyota Matrix

Model Year20082008
ModelElementMatrix
Body4dr SUV4dr Hatch
Wheelbase101.4 in102.4 in
Length169.3 in171.3 in
Width71.5 in69.9 in
Height70.4 in61.6 in
Curb Weight3,499 lb.2,756 lb.
Fuel Capacity15.9 gal.13.2 gal.
Row 1 Headroom43.3 in40.6 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room57.1 in53.2 in
Row 1 Hip Room55.0 in51.7 in
Row 1 Legroom41.0 in41.8 in
Row 2 Headroom38.0 in39.8 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room52.2 in52.6 in
Row 2 Hip Room47.6 in47.8 in
Row 2 Legroom39.1 in36.3 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum
26.0 ft321.8 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum
77.1 ft353.2 ft3

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Option Package Details
Toyota Matrix Standard

Side curtain airbags
FeatureValueRequested?
Side curtain airbags350Yes
Front side airbags350Yes
Total Requested700100%
Total Not Requested00%
Power Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Power front side windows250Yes
Power locks275Yes
Remote keyless entry225Yes
Power rear side windows200No
Total Requested75079%
Total Not Requested20021%

Option Package Details
Toyota Matrix XR

Side curtain airbags
FeatureValueRequested?
Side curtain airbags350Yes
Front side airbags350Yes
Total Requested700100%
Total Not Requested00%
Extra Value Package 1
FeatureValueRequested?
Cruise control150Yes
Fog lights125No
Body kit0No
Sport front fascia (optional)0No
Sport rear fascia, e.g. diffuser (optional)0No
Total Requested15055%
Total Not Requested12545%

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