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Hyundai Elantra vs. Nissan Sentra Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Hyundai Elantra vs. Nissan Sentra Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $23,815

Hyundai Elantra Limited   
Difference: $320

Lowest Total Invoice: $22,341

Nissan Sentra SE-R   
Difference: $374

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20122012
ModelElantraSentra
TrimLimitedSE-R
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $20,595 $20,490
Base Invoice $19,727 $19,107
Technology Package 2,100  
Floor mats 95 120
Auto-dimming rearview mirror 250 135
Upgrade Package   2,450
Mud guards   160
Technology Package 1,911  
Floor mats 76 94
Auto-dimming rearview mirror 226 116
Upgrade Package   2,126
Mud guards   118
Options (change) 2,445 2,865
Options (change) 2,213 2,454
Destination 775 780
Total Price $23,815 $24,135
Total Invoice $22,715 $22,341

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Hyundai Elantra vs. Nissan Sentra

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Hyundai Elantra Limited
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $2,245
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $1,462
Model Year20122012
ModelElantraSentra
TrimLimitedSE-R
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine148hp I4177hp I4
TransmissionT6CVT-6
DrivetrainFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)28/38 MPG24/30 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)360, 6340, 8
Tire (rear if not all the same)215/45-17225/45-17
Total Price$23,815$24,135
Adjustments for Features-1,9250
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$21,890$24,135
Total Invoice$22,715$22,341
Adjustments for Features-1,8360
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$20,879$22,341

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Features Comparison: Hyundai Elantra vs. Nissan Sentra

Model Year20122012
ModelElantraSentra
TrimLimitedSE-R
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1100 
6-speed manually-shiftable CVT $1100
FWD$0$0
Accessories 
Tilt steering wheel, manual $150
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual$250 
Universal garage door opener$100 
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Brake assist$50 
Temporary spare tire $150
Cargo Management 
Overhead sunglass holder$25 
Climate Control 
Interior air filter$0 
Exterior 
Body kit $0
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) $25
Rear spoiler $200
Infotainment 
Audio controls on steering wheel$125 
Bluetooth audio streaming$25 
Bluetooth cell phone link$100 
Traffic + travel information$25 
Voice control for nav and audio$100 
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Automatic headlights$125 
Heated mirrors$25 
Turn signals on or near mirrors$25 
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row$50 
Folding second row seats$300 
Heated front seats$200 
Heated second row seats$200 
Leather seating surfaces$900 
Metal pedals $75
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Performance steering system (optional) $0
Sport suspension (upgrade) $0
Transmission 
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls $100
Total Value of Features$3,725$1,800
Value of Feature Adjustments$1,925$0
Value of Feature Adjustments-1,8360

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

Specifications Comparison: Hyundai Elantra vs. Nissan Sentra

Model Year20122012
ModelElantraSentra
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase106.3 in105.7 in
Length178.3 in179.8 in
Width69.9 in70.5 in
Height56.5 in59.5 in
Curb Weight2,701 lb.3,102 lb.
Fuel Capacity12.8 gal.14.5 gal.
Row 1 Headroom40.0 in40.6 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room55.9 in56.9 in
Row 1 Hip Room53.5 in54.1 in
Row 1 Legroom43.6 in42.4 in
Row 2 Headroom37.1 in37.3 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room54.8 in55.1 in
Row 2 Hip Room52.7 in53.0 in
Row 2 Legroom33.1 in34.5 in
Cargo Volume14.8 ft313.1 ft3

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

Option Package Details
Hyundai Elantra Limited

Technology Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Proximity key250Yes
Engine immobilizer (optional)0No
Traffic + travel information25No
Bluetooth audio streaming25No
Navigation system600Yes
Automatic headlights125No
Rearview camera200Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100No
Unbranded, 360W, 6 speakers350No
Total Requested105063%
Total Not Requested62537%

Option Package Details
Nissan Sentra SE-R

Upgrade Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Proximity key250Yes
Satellite radio200Yes
Rearview camera200Yes
Navigation system600Yes
Sunroof900Yes
Illuminated visor mirror, driver40Yes
Illuminated visor mirror, passenger40Yes
Rockford Fosgate, 340W, 8 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Total Requested223086%
Total Not Requested35014%

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