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2018 Hyundai Elantra vs. 2012 Hyundai Elantra Price Comparison (MSRP)

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2018 Hyundai Elantra vs. 2012 Hyundai Elantra Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $17,960

2012 Hyundai Elantra GLS   
Difference: $6,475

Lowest Total Invoice: $17,331

2012 Hyundai Elantra GLS   
Difference: $6,008

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20182012
ModelElantraElantra
TrimSportGLS
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $21,800 $15,345
Base Invoice $20,906 $14,918
Auto-dimming rearview mirror 295 250
First-aid kit 30 40
Cargo net 50 50
Cargo tray 105 70
Mud guards 95 85
Floor mats 125 95
7-speed automated manual 1,100  
Comfort Package   1,250
Auto-dimming rearview mirror 239 226
First-aid kit 24 32
Cargo net 41 41
Cargo tray 84 57
Mud guards 76 68
Floor mats 100 76
7-speed automated manual 1,034  
Comfort Package   1,138
Options (change) 1,800 1,840
Options (change) 1,598 1,638
Destination 835 775
Total Price $24,435 $17,960
Total Invoice $23,339 $17,331

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: 2018 Hyundai Elantra vs. 2012 Hyundai Elantra

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: 2012 Hyundai Elantra GLS
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $470
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $272
Model Year20182012
ModelElantraElantra
TrimSportGLS
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine201hp I4148hp I4
TransmissionS7M6
DrivetrainFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)26/33 MPG28/38 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 6172, 6
Tire (rear if not all the same)225/40-18205/55-16
Total Price$24,435$17,960
Adjustments for Features-6,0050
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$18,430$17,960
Total Invoice$23,339$17,331
Adjustments for Features-5,7360
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$17,603$17,331

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Features Comparison: 2018 Hyundai Elantra vs. 2012 Hyundai Elantra

Model Year20182012
ModelElantraElantra
TrimSportGLS
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
7-speed automated manual$1200 
6-speed manual $150
FWD$0$0
Accessories 
Proximity key$250 
Proximity trunk or liftgate opener$125 
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats $0
Blind spot warning system$200 
Cross-traffic warning, rear$100 
Knee airbag, driver$75 
Rearview camera$200 
Temporary spare tire$150 
Climate Control 
Interior air filter $0
Exterior 
Body kit$0 
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)$25 
Sunroof$900 
Infotainment 
Android Auto support$100 
Apple CarPlay support$100 
Audio controls on steering wheel$125 
Bluetooth audio streaming$25 
Bluetooth cell phone link$100 
CD player $125
HD radio$50 
MP3-compatible player $50
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Automatic headlights$125 
Illuminated visor mirror, driver$50 
Illuminated visor mirror, passenger$50 
Turn signals on or near mirrors$25 
Visor mirror, driver $10
Visor mirror, passenger $10
Xenon HID headlights$500 
Seats and Interior Trim 
Heated front seats$200 
Leather seating surfaces$900 
Leather-wrapped steering wheel$150 
Metal pedals$75 
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Alloy wheels$350 
Electronic systems calibration selector$200 
Performance steering system (optional)$0 
Sport suspension (upgrade)$0 
Total Value of Features$6,350$345
Value of Feature Adjustments$6,005$0
Value of Feature Adjustments-5,7360

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See a complete comparison of 2018 Hyundai Elantra vs. 2012 Hyundai Elantra features.

Specifications Comparison: 2018 Hyundai Elantra vs. 2012 Hyundai Elantra

Model Year20182012
ModelElantraElantra
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase106.3 in106.3 in
Length179.9 in178.3 in
Width70.9 in69.9 in
Height56.5 in56.5 in
Curb Weight3,109 lb.2,661 lb.
Fuel Capacity14.0 gal.12.8 gal.
Row 1 Headroom38.8 in40.0 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room56.2 in55.9 in
Row 1 Hip Room53.4 in53.5 in
Row 1 Legroom42.2 in43.6 in
Row 2 Headroom37.3 in37.1 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room55.3 in54.8 in
Row 2 Hip Room51.9 in52.7 in
Row 2 Legroom35.7 in33.1 in
Cargo Volume14.4 ft314.8 ft3

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See a complete comparison of 2018 Hyundai Elantra vs. 2012 Hyundai Elantra specs.

Option Package Details
2012 Hyundai Elantra GLS

Auto-dimming rearview mirror
FeatureValueRequested?
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Universal garage door opener100Yes
Total Requested250100%
Total Not Requested00%
Comfort Package
FeatureValueRequested?
205/55R16 tires400No
Air conditioning900Yes
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual100Yes
Cruise control150Yes
Total Requested115074%
Total Not Requested40026%

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