Model Year | 2015 | 2015 | 2015 | 2015 | 2015--2016 | 2015--2016 | 2015--2016 | 2015--2016 | 2015--2016 |
Model | GT-R | GT-R | GT-R | GT-R | Model S | Model S | Model S | Model S | Model S |
Trim | Premium | Black Edition | Track Edition | NISMO | 60 | 70D | 85 | 85D | P85D |
Engines | |||||||||
Transmissions | |||||||||
Drivetrains | |||||||||
Tires | |||||||||
Audio Systems | |||||||||
Accessories | |||||||||
Cancels out interior noise by playing the opposite noise through the vehicle's speakers. | |||||||||
Automatically maintains speed based on preceding car and speed limit signs. Can bring vehicle to a complete stop then accelerate back up to set speed. Replaces regular adaptive cruise control, and includes its value. | |||||||||
Change lanes by tapping turn signal. | |||||||||
Car enters and exits parking spaces and garages without a driver in the car. Controlled by key fob or remote app. | |||||||||
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. | |||||||||
Enter and start the vehicle without removing the key from your pocket. | |||||||||
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. | |||||||||
Automatically steers the vehicle into a parking space. Driver operates the transmission, and sometimes also the brake and accelerator. | |||||||||
The car steers itself with no requirement that the driver keep a hand on the steering wheel. Can require that the driver take over at any time. | |||||||||
Homelink. | |||||||||
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | |||||||||
Rear disc brakes. | |||||||||
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. | |||||||||
Mirror-mounted lights indicate when another vehicle is in a blind spot. | |||||||||
When a panic stop is sensed, fully applies the brakes. | |||||||||
Alerts driver when approaching the preceding car too quickly. | |||||||||
Mandatory, in all cars. | |||||||||
Alerts driver when the vehicle seems to be wandering out of the lane. | |||||||||
Proactively helps keep the car centered inside a detected lane via steering assistance. | |||||||||
Beeps signal distance to object in front of vehicle. Parking aid. | |||||||||
Beeps signal distance to object behind vehicle. Parking aid. | |||||||||
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. | |||||||||
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. | |||||||||
Cargo Management | |||||||||
Usually part of an overhead console. | |||||||||
Second-row center console that rises to armrest height, and usually includes storage. | |||||||||
Large storage area beneath the load floor, often compartmentalized. | |||||||||
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. | |||||||||
Ducts under front seats direct heated air to the second row. | |||||||||
Only listed when pricing a single model because insufficient data for all cars. | |||||||||
Time between wipes can be precisely adjusted. | |||||||||
Heating elements defrost area where front wipers rest. | |||||||||
Drivetrain | |||||||||
When one rear wheel spins, the differential locks up, sending power to the wheel with better traction. | |||||||||
Engine / Motor | |||||||||
Triple level charger, fastest charge times with 220V source. | |||||||||
Charge the battery twice as fast, requires second wall unit. | |||||||||
Allows for free quick charging at a proprietary network. Mostly intended for use on long trips. | |||||||||
Charge the battery twice as fast. | |||||||||
Saves a little weight. | |||||||||
Exterior | |||||||||
Increasingly often these are not actually connected to the exhaust. | |||||||||
Front glass panel retracts over a fixed glass roof panel. Entire unit covers nearly the entire roof. | |||||||||
Large spoiler stands well above the trunk or hatch. | |||||||||
Gas Guzzler Tax | |||||||||
Infotainment | |||||||||
Higher speed Internet connection. Monthly fee after trial period. | |||||||||
Touchscreen and/or voice control over apps that can include online search, Facebook, Twitter, Pandora, OpenTable, and MovieTickets.com. Requires connected compatible phone. Fees may apply after first three years. | |||||||||
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. | |||||||||
Audio system capable of playing DVDs on a front-row screen. Inoperative when the vehicle is moving. No value because of incomplete data. | |||||||||
High-definition radio, which broadcasts a digital signal. Free, no subscription fees. | |||||||||
Connects car to the Internet to update systems, download information, and/or browse. Includes internal modem, usually requires car-specific broadband service with monthly fee. | |||||||||
Audio system capable of playing discs with MP3 files. | |||||||||
Screen-based navigation system. | |||||||||
Alerts driver when the car is moving out of range of any quick charging station. | |||||||||
XM or Sirius. Includes a subscription for three to six months, after which monthly fees apply. | |||||||||
SD, CF, PCMCIA, or other digital media reader. | |||||||||
Information about traffic plus weather, gas prices, sports news, and/or movie times. 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. | |||||||||
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | |||||||||
Driver-side exterior mirror automatically dims when hit by headlights of following vehicle. | |||||||||
High beams automatically turned on and off. | |||||||||
Passenger-side rearview mirror automatically dims when hit by headlights of following vehicle. | |||||||||
Interior rearview mirror automatically dims when hit by headlights of following vehicle. | |||||||||
Headlights automatically turn on and off. Includes value of automatic-off headlights. | |||||||||
Only listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models. | |||||||||
Reports the amount of boost being provided by the supercharger or turbocharger. | |||||||||
Lights illuminate area just ahead and to the side of the vehicle when the turn signals are used or the steering wheel is turned. | |||||||||
Driving style displayed and/or evaluated with a grade, with changes in display graphics, or with a graph of performance over time. | |||||||||
Light wide area close in front of the vehicle. | |||||||||
Clears ice and fog from mirrors. | |||||||||
Includes value of non-illuminated vanity mirror. | |||||||||
Includes value of non-illuminated vanity mirror. | |||||||||
LEDs cast a soft glow over and/or highlight parts of the interior. | |||||||||
The information displayed by the instruments can be customized. Color display(s) of at least 20 square inches. | |||||||||
Standard or optional in some hybrid vehicles. Fancy display of power flows, enhanced trip computer information. | |||||||||
LED headlights last longer and use less energy than other types. | |||||||||
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. | |||||||||
Measures and displays lateral acceleration. Some also measure and display 0-60, quarter mile, etc. | |||||||||
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. | |||||||||
Displays the current speed limit. Included with nav on an increasing number of cars. No feature value here because incomplete info on availability. | |||||||||
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. | |||||||||
Provide a brighter, whiter light than halogen headlights. | |||||||||
Seats and Interior Trim | |||||||||
Won't be listed in conjunction with wood or aluminum trim even if they are available together. | |||||||||
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. | |||||||||
Leather beyond the seating surfaces, door panels, and IP top. No additional value over leather upholstery because no way to standardize across all models. | |||||||||
Either only the front seats are leather or the upholstery is a mix of cloth and leather. | |||||||||
Lower back support power-adjustable vertically as well as in and out. | |||||||||
Lower back support power-adjustable vertically as well as in and out. | |||||||||
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. | |||||||||
Seat faces rearward. | |||||||||
Only listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models. | |||||||||
Usually also includes synthetic suede on the pillars. | |||||||||
Seating surfaces are part leather, part synthetic suede. | |||||||||
Synthetic suede steering wheel rim. | |||||||||
No additional value over leather upholstery because no way to standardize across all models. | |||||||||
Real wood trim on instrument panel, door panels, and/or center console. | |||||||||
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | |||||||||
Shocks that electrically adjust their firmness based on sensor readings of the road surface. The driver might also be able to select a \"sport\" setting. | |||||||||
Air springs automatically level the vehicle and enable manual adjustment of ride height. | |||||||||
Same value as regular alloy wheels because no way to compare across models. | |||||||||
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. | |||||||||
Only listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models. | |||||||||
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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