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Hyundai Sonata vs. Nissan Altima Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Hyundai Sonata vs. Nissan Altima Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $26,705

Nissan Altima 3.5 SR   
Difference: $8,090

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20212012
ModelSonataAltima
TrimN Line3.5 SR
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $33,300 $25,570
Door sill trim plates 250 175
Floor mats 125 180
Cargo mat 115  
Door sill trim plates 226 126
Floor mats 100 146
Cargo mat 92  
Options (change) 490 355
Options (change) 418 272
Destination 1,005 780
Total Price $34,795 $26,705

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Hyundai Sonata vs. Nissan Altima

Lowest Adjusted Price: Nissan Altima 3.5 SR
Lowest Adjusted Invoice: Hyundai Sonata N Line
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $15,380
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $16,570
Model Year20212012
ModelSonataAltima
TrimN Line3.5 SR
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine290hp I4270hp V6
TransmissionS8CVT-6
DrivetrainFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)23/33 MPG20/27 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, ??, 6
Tire (rear if not all the same)245/40-19215/55-17
Total Price$34,795$26,705
Adjustments for Features0-7,290
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$34,795$19,415

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Features Comparison: Hyundai Sonata vs. Nissan Altima

Model Year20212012
ModelSonataAltima
TrimN Line3.5 SR
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
8-speed automated manual$1300 
6-speed manually-shiftable CVT $1100
FWD$0$0
Accessories 
Cruise control $150
Power front side windows $250
Power locks $275
Power rear side windows $200
Proximity key $250
Remote keyless entry $225
Remote window/roof operation $15
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual $250
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
4-wheel disc brakes $150
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats $0
Antilock brakes (ABS) $400
Brake assist $50
Front side airbags $350
Side curtain airbags $350
Stability control $400
Temporary spare tire $150
Traction control $100
Cargo Management 
Console with shifter $150
Overhead sunglass holder $25
Climate Control 
Air conditioning $900
Interior air filter $0
Rear defrost $200
Variable intermittent wipers $75
Exterior 
Bodyside moldings $75
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) $25
Infotainment 
Audio controls on steering wheel $125
Aux input $50
Bluetooth cell phone link $100
CD player $125
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Automatic headlights $125
Heated mirrors $25
Illuminated visor mirror, driver $50
Illuminated visor mirror, passenger $50
Outside temperature display $50
Power mirrors $150
Tachometer $75
Trip computer $150
Turn signals on or near mirrors $25
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), front row $75
Center armrest(s), second row $50
Folding second row seats $300
Leather-wrapped steering wheel $150
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat $50
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat $100
Power height adjuster, driver seat $100
Power recliner, driver seat $100
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat $100
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Alloy wheels $350
Sport suspension (upgrade) $0
Total Value of Features$1,300$8,590
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$7,290
Value of Feature Adjustments0-6,756

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Specifications Comparison: Hyundai Sonata vs. Nissan Altima

Model Year20212012
ModelSonataAltima
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase111.8 in109.3 in
Length192.9 in190.7 in
Width73.2 in70.7 in
Height56.9 in57.9 in
Curb Weight3,552 lb.3,357 lb.
Fuel Capacity15.9 gal.20.0 gal.
Row 1 Headroom40.0 in40.6 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room57.9 in55.7 in
Row 1 Hip Room54.6 in56.8 in
Row 1 Legroom46.1 in44.1 in
Row 2 Headroom37.8 in36.8 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room56.1 in55.5 in
Row 2 Hip Room54.4 in52.5 in
Row 2 Legroom34.8 in35.8 in
Cargo Volume16.3 ft315.3 ft3

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Option Package Details
Nissan Altima 3.5 SR

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

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