Hyundai Elantra Hyundai Elantra 2009 Buick LaCrosse Buick LaCrosse 2008

We are 103,000+ car owners sharing real-world car information.

Join Us

Hyundai Elantra vs. Buick LaCrosse Price Comparison (MSRP)

The sticker prices, before adjusting for remaining feature differences. Usually these are the numbers you will see on the window stickers.

Models in short supply often sell at or even above these prices.

Hyundai Elantra vs. Buick LaCrosse Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $20,105

Hyundai Elantra SE   
Difference: $9,140

Lowest Total Invoice: $19,190

Hyundai Elantra SE   
Difference: $8,233

Calculate Payments

  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year2009200820082008
ModelElantraLaCrosseLaCrosseLaCrosse
TrimSECXLCXSSuper
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $17,020 $26,280 $27,790 $32,380
Base Invoice $16,334 $24,835 $26,262 $30,599
Sunroof 1,150 900 900 900
Floor mats 85      
Leather seating surfaces 800      
Rear spoiler 375      
Folding second row seats   275    
Stability control   495    
MP3-compatible player   545 545  
Sunroof 1,047 747 747 747
Floor mats 68      
Leather seating surfaces 728      
Rear spoiler 338      
Folding second row seats   228    
Stability control   411    
MP3-compatible player   452 452  
Options (change) 2,410 2,215 1,445 900
Options (change) 2,181 1,838 1,199 747
Destination 675 750 750 750
Total Price $20,105 $29,245 $29,985 $34,030
Total Invoice $19,190 $27,423 $28,211 $32,096

Return to top

While we strive for accuracy, the site is not error-free, and prices can change at any time.

Dealer Price Quotes

Want to find out how much dealers are willing to discount these cars?

Request free, no-obligation Hyundai Elantra dealer quotes or Buick LaCrosse dealer quotes from dealers using our car quote form.

The process is easy and takes just a minute or two. You'll receive price quotes from local approved dealers within 48 hours.

TrueDelta Value Comparison: Hyundai Elantra vs. Buick LaCrosse

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Hyundai Elantra SE
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $7,775
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $6,953
Model Year2009200820082008
ModelElantraLaCrosseLaCrosseLaCrosse
TrimSECXLCXSSuper
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine138hp I4200hp V6240hp V6300hp V8
TransmissionM5A4A4A4
DrivetrainFWDFWDFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)172, 6240, 9240, 9240, 9
Tire (rear if not all the same)205/55-16225/60-16225/55-17235/50-18
Total Price$20,105$29,245$29,985$34,030
Adjustments for Features0-1,365-1,490-2,515
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$20,105$27,880$28,495$31,515
Cost Above Minimum$0$0$615$3,635
Total Invoice$19,190$27,423$28,211$32,096
Adjustments for Features0-1,280-1,402-2,372
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$19,190$26,143$26,809$29,724
Cost Above Minimum$0$0$666$3,581

Return to top

Features Comparison: Hyundai Elantra vs. Buick LaCrosse

Model Year2009200820082008
ModelElantraLaCrosseLaCrosseLaCrosse
TrimSECXLCXSSuper
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
5-speed manual$0   
4-speed automatic $800$800$800
FWD$0$0$0$0
Accessories 
Remote start $150$150$150
Universal garage door opener   $100
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats$0   
Brake assist$50   
Front side airbags$350   
Obstacle detection, rear   $250
Cargo Management 
Cargo net $40$40$40
Overhead sunglass holder$25   
Climate Control 
Automatic climate control, front $200$200$200
Dual-zone climate control $125$125$125
Exterior 
Bodyside moldings $75$75$75
Laminated front side windows $200$200$200
Rear spoiler$200  $200
Infotainment 
Audio controls on steering wheel$125   
Aux input$50   
Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation $225$225$225
USB port$25   
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Auto-dimming rearview mirror   $150
Automatic headlights $125$125$125
Compass $0$0$0
Fog lights$125 $125$125
Heated mirrors$25  $25
Outside temperature display $50$50$50
Seats and Interior Trim 
Door sill trim plates $100$100$100
Leather door panel trim$250   
Manual height adjuster, driver seat$50   
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat$50   
Memory system, driver seat $200$200$200
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat $100$100$100
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat   $100
Power height adjuster, driver seat $100$100$100
Power height adjuster, passenger seat   $100
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat $100$100$100
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat $100$100$100
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat   $100
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Sport suspension (upgrade)   $0
Touring suspension (upgrade)  $0 
Total Value of Features$1,325$2,690$2,815$3,840
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$1,365$1,490$2,515
Value of Feature Adjustments0-1,280-1,402-2,372

Return to top

Specifications Comparison: Hyundai Elantra vs. Buick LaCrosse

Model Year20092008
ModelElantraLaCrosse
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase104.3 in110.5 in
Length177.4 in198.1 in
Width69.9 in73.0 in
Height58.3 in57.4 in
Curb Weight2,724 lb.3,496 lb.
Fuel Capacity14.0 gal.17.5 gal.
Row 1 Headroom40.0 in39.4 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room55.6 in57.2 in
Row 1 Hip Room54.2 in55.3 in
Row 1 Legroom43.5 in42.3 in
Row 2 Headroom37.6 in37.2 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room55.1 in57.0 in
Row 2 Hip Room54.0 in54.6 in
Row 2 Legroom35.0 in37.6 in
Cargo Volume14.2 ft316.0 ft3

Return to top

Option Package Details
Buick LaCrosse CXL

Folding second row seats
FeatureValueRequested?
Folding second row seats300Yes
Second-row 2-section 3-person split bench100No
Total Requested30075%
Total Not Requested10025%
MP3-compatible player
FeatureValueRequested?
MP3-compatible player50Yes
Unbranded, 240W, 9 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Total Requested5013%
Total Not Requested35087%

Option Package Details
Buick LaCrosse CXS

MP3-compatible player
FeatureValueRequested?
MP3-compatible player50Yes
Unbranded, 240W, 9 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Total Requested5013%
Total Not Requested35087%

Was this information useful?

We're glad we could help! Share this page:

We're so sorry! Tell us how we can improve it.

See TrueDelta's information for all Sedans and Coupes.
See TrueDelta's information for all Hyundai models.