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Hyundai Elantra vs. Nissan Maxima Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Hyundai Elantra vs. Nissan Maxima Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $19,035

Hyundai Elantra Limited   
Difference: $13,715

Lowest Total Invoice: $18,010

Hyundai Elantra Limited   
Difference: $11,953

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year200720082008
ModelElantraMaximaMaxima
TrimLimitedSESL
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $16,895 $28,630 $30,880
Base Invoice $16,047 $26,229 $28,286
Sun and Sound Package 1,300    
Sunroof wind deflector 85 100 100
Floor mats 85 175 175
Cargo mat 70    
Sensory Package   2,550  
Sunroof   900 900
Sun and Sound Package 1,183    
Sunroof wind deflector 61 71 71
Floor mats 63 131 131
Cargo mat 56    
Sensory Package   2,213  
Sunroof   780 780
Options (change) 1,540 3,725 1,175
Options (change) 1,363 3,195 982
Destination 600 695 695
Total Price $19,035 $33,050 $32,750
Total Invoice $18,010 $30,119 $29,963

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Hyundai Elantra vs. Nissan Maxima

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Hyundai Elantra Limited
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $10,575
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $8,974
Model Year200720082008
ModelElantraMaximaMaxima
TrimLimitedSESL
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine138hp I4255hp V6255hp V6
TransmissionM5CVT-6CVT-6
DrivetrainFWDFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)220, 6320, 8320, 8
Tire (rear if not all the same)205/55-16245/45-18225/55-17
Total Price$19,035$33,050$32,750
Adjustments for Features0-3,440-3,140
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$19,035$29,610$29,610
Cost Above Minimum$0$0$0
Total Invoice$18,010$30,119$29,963
Adjustments for Features0-3,135-2,873
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$18,010$26,984$27,090
Cost Above Minimum$0$0$106

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Features Comparison: Hyundai Elantra vs. Nissan Maxima

Model Year200720082008
ModelElantraMaximaMaxima
TrimLimitedSESL
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
5-speed manual$0  
6-speed manually-shiftable CVT $1100$1100
FWD$0$0$0
Accessories 
Proximity key $250$250
Remote window/roof operation $15$15
Universal garage door opener $100$100
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Brake assist $50$50
Tire-pressure monitor $75$75
Traction control $100$100
Climate Control 
Automatic climate control, front $200$200
Dual-zone climate control $125$125
Rear air vents $100$100
Exterior 
Bodyside moldings $75$75
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) $25$25
Rear spoiler $200 
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Auto-dimming rearview mirror $150$150
Automatic headlights $125$125
Compass $0$0
Cornering lights $50$50
Outside temperature display $50$50
Seats and Interior Trim 
Aluminum trim $100 
Manual height adjuster, driver seat$50  
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat $100$100
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat $100$100
Power height adjuster, driver seat $100$100
Power recliner, driver seat $100$100
Power recliner, passenger seat $100$100
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat $100$100
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Sport suspension (upgrade) $0 
Total Value of Features$50$3,490$3,190
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$3,440$3,140
Value of Feature Adjustments0-3,135-2,873

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See a complete comparison of Hyundai Elantra vs. Nissan Maxima features.

Specifications Comparison: Hyundai Elantra vs. Nissan Maxima

Model Year20072008
ModelElantraMaxima
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase104.3 in111.2 in
Length177.4 in193.5 in
Width69.9 in71.7 in
Height58.3 in58.3 in
Curb Weight2,724 lb.3,580 lb.
Fuel Capacity14.0 gal.20.0 gal.
Row 1 Headroom40.0 in40.1 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room55.6 in57.9 in
Row 1 Hip Room54.2 in53.5 in
Row 1 Legroom43.5 in43.9 in
Row 2 Headroom37.6 in37.3 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room55.1 in56.5 in
Row 2 Hip Room54.0 in54.8 in
Row 2 Legroom35.0 in36.5 in
Cargo Volume14.2 ft315.5 ft3

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See a complete comparison of Hyundai Elantra vs. Nissan Maxima specs.

Option Package Details
Hyundai Elantra Limited

Sun and Sound Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Sunroof900Yes
Cassette player50No
CD changer, in-dash200Yes
MP3-compatible player50Yes
Unbranded, 220W, 6 speakers350No
Total Requested115074%
Total Not Requested40026%

Option Package Details
Nissan Maxima SE

Floor mats
FeatureValueRequested?
Floor mats75Yes
Cargo mat40Yes
Total Requested115100%
Total Not Requested00%
Sensory Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Heated mirrors25Yes
Heated front seats200Yes
CD changer, in-dash200Yes
Power recliner, passenger seat100No
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat100No
Satellite radio200Yes
Compass0No
MP3-compatible player50Yes
Bose, 320W, 8 speakers350No
Total Requested157574%
Total Not Requested55026%

Option Package Details
Nissan Maxima SL

Floor mats
FeatureValueRequested?
Floor mats75Yes
Cargo mat40Yes
Total Requested115100%
Total Not Requested00%

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