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Nissan Sentra vs. Tesla Model 3 Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Nissan Sentra vs. Tesla Model 3 Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $22,170

Nissan Sentra SE-R Spec V   
Difference: $21,530

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20092018
ModelSentraModel 3
TrimSE-R Spec VBase
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $21,160 $49,000
Floor mats 165  
Auto-dimming rearview mirror 125  
Metallic paint (extra cost)   1,000
Floor mats 130  
Auto-dimming rearview mirror 109  
Metallic paint (extra cost)   0
Options (change) 290 1,000
Options (change) 239 0
Destination 720 1,200
Gas Tax 0 -7,500
Total Price $22,170 $43,700

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Nissan Sentra vs. Tesla Model 3

Lowest Adjusted Price: Nissan Sentra SE-R Spec V
Lowest Adjusted Invoice: Tesla Model 3
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $11,765
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $25,580
Model Year20092018
ModelSentraModel 3
TrimSE-R Spec VBase
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine200hp I4258hp E
TransmissionM6A1
DrivetrainFWDRWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)21/29 MPG136/123 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)160, 6?, ?
Tire (rear if not all the same)225/45-17235/45-18
Total Price$22,170$43,700
Adjustments for Features0-9,765
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$22,170$33,935

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Features Comparison: Nissan Sentra vs. Tesla Model 3

Model Year20092018
ModelSentraModel 3
TrimSE-R Spec VBase
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manual$150 
1-speed automatic $800
FWD$0 
RWD $0
Accessories 
Proximity key $250
Remote app $25
Remote keyless entry$225 
Tilt steering wheel, manual$150 
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power $350
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats$0 
Automatic braking, high-speed or partial $200
Brake assist $50
Forward collision warning $200
Knee airbag, driver $75
Knee airbag, passenger $75
Lane departure warning $200
Obstacle detection, front $150
Obstacle detection, rear $250
Rearview camera $200
Rollover sensor $50
Stability control $400
Temporary spare tire$150 
Traction control $100
Cargo Management 
Cargo mat$40 
Console with shifter$150 
Console without shifter $150
Climate Control 
Automatic climate control, front $200
Dual-zone climate control $125
Rain-sensing wipers $175
Rear air vents $100
Variable intermittent wipers$75 
Engine / Motor 
10 kW onboard charger $750
75 kWh battery pack $0
DC quick-charging capability $750
Exterior 
Body kit$0 
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)$25 
Glass roof panel(s) $300
Rear spoiler$200 
Infotainment 
4G LTE connectivity $0
App support $0
Audio controls on steering wheel $125
Aux input$50 
Bluetooth audio streaming $25
CD player$125 
In-vehicle Internet $150
MP3-compatible player$50 
Navigation system $600
Range alert $0
Surround sound $250
USB port $25
Voice control for nav and audio $100
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror $75
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror $75
Automatic headlights $125
Digital instruments $0
Heated mirrors $25
Illuminated visor mirror, driver $50
Illuminated visor mirror, passenger $50
LED headlights $1000
Power-folding mirrors $50
Tachometer$75 
Turn signals on or near mirrors $25
Visor mirror, driver$10 
Visor mirror, passenger$10 
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row $50
Door sill trim plates $100
Folding second row seats $300
Heated front seats $200
Manual height adjuster, driver seat$50 
Memory system, driver seat $200
Metal pedals$75 
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat $150
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat $150
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat $100
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat $100
Power height adjuster, driver seat $100
Power height adjuster, passenger seat $100
Power recliner, driver seat $100
Power recliner, passenger seat $100
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat $100
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat $100
Synthetic leather seating surfaces $0
Synthetic suede door panel trim $250
Wood trim $300
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Electronic systems calibration selector $200
Performance steering system (optional)$0 
Ultra-sport suspension (upgrade)$0 
Total Value of Features$1,610$11,375
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$9,765
Value of Feature Adjustments01,408

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Specifications Comparison: Nissan Sentra vs. Tesla Model 3

Model Year20092018
ModelSentraModel 3
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase105.7 in113.2 in
Length179.8 in184.8 in
Width70.5 in72.8 in
Height59.5 in56.8 in
Curb Weight3,078 lb.3,814 lb.
Fuel Capacity14.5 gal.0.0 gal.
Row 1 Headroom40.6 in39.6 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room56.9 in56.3 in
Row 1 Hip Room54.1 in0.0 in
Row 1 Legroom42.4 in42.7 in
Row 2 Headroom37.3 in37.7 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room55.1 in54.0 in
Row 2 Hip Room53.0 in0.0 in
Row 2 Legroom34.5 in35.2 in
Cargo Volume13.1 ft315.0 ft3

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