Model Year | 2012 | 2017 | 2017 | 2017 | 2017 | 2017 |
Model | R-Class | Elantra | Elantra | Elantra | Elantra | Elantra |
Trim | R350 | SE | Value Edition | ECO | Sport | Limited |
Engines | ||||||
Transmissions | ||||||
Drivetrains | ||||||
Tires | ||||||
Audio Systems | ||||||
Accessories | ||||||
Powers devices with a regular home electrical outlet. Limited wattage: forget about using it to power a blow drier. | ||||||
Automatically maintains set distance behind preceding vehicle as well as set speed. Minimum speed around 30 mph. Replaces regular cruise control, and includes its value. | ||||||
Often must be ordered with power rear side windows, if these are available. | ||||||
Liftgate can be opened and closed using buttons inside the vehicle and on the keyfob. | ||||||
Pulls decklid / liftgate tight after latch is engaged. Door can be shut with very little effort. | ||||||
Enter and start the vehicle without removing the key from your pocket. | ||||||
Release latch by standing near the bumper for a few seconds. | ||||||
Check on car and remotely control various functions (remote start, locks, lights, and/or HVAC) from a telephone or computer. Can require a monthly fee. | ||||||
Unlock and lock the car using buttons on the keyfob. | ||||||
Operate the power windows, sunroof, and/or convertible roof using buttons on the keyfob. | ||||||
Only listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models. | ||||||
Homelink. | ||||||
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||||||
Rear disc brakes. | ||||||
If active, automatically move forward when the vehicle is rear-ended. Note: becoming less common. | ||||||
Only listed when pricing a single model because insufficient data for all cars. | ||||||
Automatically pulse the brakes in hard stops to prevent wheels from locking up, making it possible to brake and steer at the same time. | ||||||
If collision detection system senses imminent collision, applies moderate braking. | ||||||
Automatically brakes car to avoid low-speed collisions. | ||||||
Mirror-mounted lights indicate when another vehicle is in a blind spot. | ||||||
When a panic stop is sensed, fully applies the brakes. | ||||||
Prepares seat belts for use when heavy braking or the yaw sensor suggests an imminent collision. Might also prep the brakes or roll up the windows. | ||||||
Warns of traffic coming from either direction when vehicle is in reverse, to prevent accidents when backing out of parking spaces. | ||||||
Alerts driver when approaching the preceding car too quickly. | ||||||
Mandatory, in all cars. | ||||||
Applies the brakes to hold the vehicle in place on an incline. Incomplete data, so only displayed when pricing a single vehicle. | ||||||
Steering lightly applied to help prevent the vehicle from inadvertently traveling out of its intended lane. | ||||||
Alerts driver when the vehicle seems to be wandering out of the lane. | ||||||
Beeps signal distance to object in front of vehicle. Parking aid. | ||||||
Beeps signal distance to object behind vehicle. Parking aid. | ||||||
Warns driver of pedestrians in path of car. | ||||||
Torso-level second row airbags, usually contained in the rear door. Some also protect the head, but not as well as side curtain airbags. | ||||||
Rearview camera connected to display screen on the instrument panel. Often requires navigation system. | ||||||
Deploys extended duration side curtain airbags when the vehicle rolls over. Usually included on tall vehicles. Rare on others. | ||||||
Airbags contained just above the window level. Except in cars without a rear seat usually cover first and second row. | ||||||
Airbags contained just above the window level. Cover all three rows. | ||||||
Selectively applies the brakes to prevent excessive understeer or oversteer (spinning). | ||||||
Two types: a warning light when a tire is low on air and a pressure readout for each tire. | ||||||
Can be driven deflated for about 50 miles. Usually harm ride quality. Cars with these often have no spare tire. | ||||||
When a drive wheel slips, it is braked and/or engine power is reduced, restoring traction. | ||||||
Periodically uploads and emails a vehicle diagnostic check. | ||||||
Cargo Management | ||||||
Hitch rated for up to 3,500 pounds. Capacity of the vehicle could be lower. | ||||||
Usually part of an overhead console. | ||||||
Includes side rails and crossbars. | ||||||
Includes seven-wire harness, necessary for larger trailers. | ||||||
Climate Control | ||||||
Maintains set temperature in front row. Requires air conditioning and does not include its value. | ||||||
Temperature can be separately set for left and right sides of the passenger compartment. Requires air conditioning and does not include its value. | ||||||
Filters exterior air before it enters the passenger compartment. No default value because most cars have them, even in cases where they're not in the official list of features. | ||||||
Ionizes air to clean it. Might create high levels of ozone. | ||||||
Wipers automatically turn on and adjust their speed based on input from a rain sensor. | ||||||
Vents at aft end of center console, in B-pillars, and/or in ceiling. | ||||||
Maintains set temperature in rear passenger area by providing heated or cooled air through vents in the center console, B-pillars, and/or ceiling. Replaces and includes value of rear air vents with manual controls. | ||||||
Ducts under front seats direct heated air to the second row. | ||||||
A second evaporator provides cool air to rear vents. Does not include the value of these vents. Includes rear heater. | ||||||
Provides heat for an extended period of time after the engine has been cut off. | ||||||
Time between wipes can be precisely adjusted. | ||||||
Engine / Motor | ||||||
Only listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models. | ||||||
Exterior | ||||||
Only listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models. | ||||||
Side skirts and possibly a front air dam and rear apron. | ||||||
Moldings on the bodysides, to protect against door dings in parking lots. | ||||||
Increasingly often these are not actually connected to the exhaust. | ||||||
Only listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models. | ||||||
Front glass panel retracts over a fixed glass roof panel. Entire unit covers nearly the entire roof. | ||||||
Can be small lip spoiler or a larger raised spoiler. | ||||||
Only listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models. | ||||||
Only listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models. | ||||||
Only listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models. | ||||||
Gas Guzzler Tax | ||||||
Infotainment | ||||||
Requires compatible Android phone. | ||||||
Requires compatible Apple iPhone. | ||||||
Jack for an iPod or similar device. No value because of incomplete data. Will soon be standard on nearly every car. | ||||||
Uses Bluetooth rather than a cable to integrate audio device. Requires compatible audio device and/or phone. | ||||||
Enables hands-free communication by wirelessly connecting a cell phone to a microphone and the vehicle's stereo speakers. | ||||||
Includes CD player. | ||||||
Audio system capable of playing DVDs on a front-row screen. Inoperative when the vehicle is moving. No value because of incomplete data. | ||||||
A DVD player and two front headrest-mounted screens. | ||||||
High-definition radio, which broadcasts a digital signal. Free, no subscription fees. | ||||||
Integrates an iPod with the vehicle's controls and speakers. Usually included if there is a USB port, but can also rely on a proprietary port. | ||||||
Built-in drive with at least 10 GB of storage for MP3 and other audio files. | ||||||
Audio system capable of playing discs with MP3 files. | ||||||
Screen-based navigation system. | ||||||
Requires connected compatible phone. | ||||||
XM or Sirius. Includes a subscription for three to six months, after which monthly fees apply. | ||||||
SD, CF, PCMCIA, or other digital media reader. | ||||||
In-vehicle security, communications, and diagnostics system. For 2011 and newer cars often includes a remote app. Monthly fee after the first 1-12 months. | ||||||
In-vehicle security, communications, and diagnostics system plus turn-by-turn navigation (no map display). For 2011 and newer cars often includes a remote app. Monthly fee after the first 1-12 months. | ||||||
Dictate text for messages and/or emails. Annual fee. | ||||||
Information about traffic plus weather, gas prices, sports news, and/or movie times. Monthly fee after first 3-12 months. | ||||||
Information about traffic conditions. Monthly fee after first 3-12 months. | ||||||
Often permits an iPod or phone to be integrated into the vehicle's entertainment system and controls. | ||||||
Sometimes also includes voice control over climate control system. | ||||||
Includes frequencies for weather channels. Only listed when pricing a single model because incomplete data for all model. | ||||||
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||||||
Driver-side exterior mirror automatically dims when hit by headlights of following vehicle. | ||||||
High beams automatically turned on and off. | ||||||
Interior rearview mirror automatically dims when hit by headlights of following vehicle. | ||||||
Headlights automatically turn on and off. Includes value of automatic-off headlights. | ||||||
We haven't given this feature a value because it's hard to tell which cars have it. | ||||||
Make it easier for following vehicles to see the vehicle in fog. | ||||||
Clears ice and fog from mirrors. | ||||||
Includes value of non-illuminated vanity mirror. | ||||||
Includes value of non-illuminated vanity mirror. | ||||||
Only listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models. | ||||||
Front row reading lights. | ||||||
One or both exterior mirrors tilt down when the transmission is in reverse, to provide view of the curb. | ||||||
Area around the vehicle is illuminated when the vehicle is remotely unlocked. | ||||||
Includes value of manual remote mirrors. | ||||||
Mirrors fold and unfold with the touch of a button inside the vehicle. Good for narrow roads and parking lots. | ||||||
Auxiliary convex lens in the corner of the outside mirror that improves view of the driver's blind spot. | ||||||
Headlights swivel when steering wheel is turned. | ||||||
Reports engine speed. | ||||||
Reports average fuel economy, and perhaps also instantaneous fuel economy, distance to empty, average speed, and other stats. | ||||||
Only listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models. | ||||||
Provide a brighter, whiter light than halogen headlights. | ||||||
Seats and Interior Trim | ||||||
Only listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models. | ||||||
Seat folds to enlarge cargo area. Unless the seat is also removable, it usually folds flat or nearly flat. | ||||||
Seat folds to enlarge cargo area. Unless the seat is also removable, it usually folds flat or nearly flat. | ||||||
Seating surfaces are trimmed in leather; other upholstery tends to be leatherette. | ||||||
Seat adjusts back and forth to vary the split between the second row and the third row or cargo area. | ||||||
Lower back support power-adjustable vertically as well as in and out. | ||||||
Power-adjustable lower back support. | ||||||
Power tilting seat cushion; can take the form of a second height adjustment. | ||||||
Power tilting seat cushion; can take the form of a second height adjustment. | ||||||
A.k.a vinyl, leatherette, MB-Tex, NuLuxe. | ||||||
Real wood trim on instrument panel, door panels, and/or center console. | ||||||
Real wood comprises part of the steering wheel rim. | ||||||
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||||||
Varies throttle, steering, ABS, and/or stability control calibration. | ||||||
Only listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models. | ||||||
Air springs maintain the rear ride height. | ||||||
Only listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models. | ||||||
Lug nuts that can only be removed using a special key. Prevents theft of wheels. | ||||||
Transmission | ||||||
Paddles or buttons that can be used to manually shift the transmission. Only listed when optional or not always included with an automatic transmission. |
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