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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: $21,795

Hyundai Elantra Limited   
Difference: $1,725

Lowest Total Invoice: $20,868

Hyundai Elantra Limited   
Difference: $961

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20122009
ModelElantraSentra
TrimLimitedSE-R
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $20,595 $20,660
Base Invoice $19,727 $19,265
Auto-dimming rearview mirror 250 125
Floor mats 95 165
Cargo mat 80  
Sunroof   1,000
Audio Package   850
Auto-dimming rearview mirror 226 109
Floor mats 76 130
Cargo mat 64  
Sunroof   867
Audio Package   738
Options (change) 425 2,140
Options (change) 366 1,844
Destination 775 720
Total Price $21,795 $23,520
Total Invoice $20,868 $21,829

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Hyundai Elantra vs. Nissan Sentra

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Hyundai Elantra Limited
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $3,550
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $2,708
Model Year20122009
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)172, 6340, 8
Tire (rear if not all the same)215/45-17225/45-17
Total Price$21,795$23,520
Adjustments for Features-1,8250
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$19,970$23,520
Total Invoice$20,868$21,829
Adjustments for Features-1,7470
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$19,121$21,829

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Features Comparison: Hyundai Elantra vs. Nissan Sentra

Model Year20122009
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 
Proximity key $250
Tilt steering wheel, manual $150
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual$250 
Universal garage door opener$100 
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Brake assist$50 
Stability control$400 
Temporary spare tire $150
Traction control$100 
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 
CD changer, in-dash $325
CD player$125 
Satellite radio$200 
USB port$25 
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
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$4,200$2,375
Value of Feature Adjustments$1,825$0
Value of Feature Adjustments-1,7470

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Specifications Comparison: Hyundai Elantra vs. Nissan Sentra

Model Year20122009
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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Option Package Details
Nissan Sentra SE-R

Sunroof
FeatureValueRequested?
Sunroof900Yes
Illuminated visor mirror, driver40Yes
Illuminated visor mirror, passenger40Yes
Proximity key250No
Total Requested98080%
Total Not Requested25020%
Floor mats
FeatureValueRequested?
Floor mats75Yes
Cargo mat40Yes
Total Requested115100%
Total Not Requested00%
Audio Package
FeatureValueRequested?
CD changer, in-dash200No
Rockford Fosgate, 340W, 8 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Total Requested00%
Total Not Requested550100%

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