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Scion tC vs. Toyota Prius v Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Scion tC vs. Toyota Prius v Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $19,189

Scion tC   
Difference: $17,291

Lowest Total Invoice: $17,959

Scion tC   
Difference: $15,846

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20082012
ModeltCPrius v
TrimBaseFive
Body2dr Hatch4dr Wagon
Base Price $17,000 $30,140
Base Invoice $16,150 $28,058
Auto-dimming rearview mirror 310  
Rear spoiler 385  
Satellite radio 449  
Fog lights 425  
Advanced Technology Package   5,580
Auto-dimming rearview mirror 225  
Rear spoiler 285  
Satellite radio 359  
Fog lights 320  
Advanced Technology Package   4,987
Options (change) 1,569 5,580
Options (change) 1,189 4,987
Destination 620 760
Total Price $19,189 $36,480
Total Invoice $17,959 $33,805

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Scion tC vs. Toyota Prius v

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Scion tC
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $10,736
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $9,772
Model Year20082012
ModeltCPrius v
TrimBaseFive
Body2dr Hatch4dr Wagon
Engine161hp I498hp I4 H
TransmissionM5CVT
DrivetrainFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)160, 7120, 8
Tire (rear if not all the same)215/45-17215/50-17
Total Price$19,189$36,480
Adjustments for Features0-6,555
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$19,189$29,925
Total Invoice$17,959$33,805
Adjustments for Features0-6,074
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$17,959$27,731

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Features Comparison: Scion tC vs. Toyota Prius v

Model Year20082012
ModeltCPrius v
TrimBaseFive
Body2dr Hatch4dr Wagon
Transmission and Drivetrain 
5-speed manual$0 
CVT $1000
FWD$0$0
Accessories 
Adaptive cruise control $600
Cruise control$150 
Power rear side windows $200
Proximity key $250
Semi-automated parking system $500
Tilt steering wheel, manual$150 
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual $250
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats $0
Brake assist $50
Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system $0
Rearview camera $200
Stability control $400
Traction control $100
Cargo Management 
Console with shifter$150 
Console without shifter $150
Overhead sunglass holder $25
Climate Control 
Automatic climate control, front $200
Interior air filter $0
Rear wiper $175
Engine / Motor 
Automatic start / stop $150
Exterior 
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)$25 
Infotainment 
App support $0
Bluetooth audio streaming $25
Bluetooth cell phone link $100
DVD-compatible player $0
HD radio $50
iPod integration$100 
Navigation system $600
SMS text-to-speech reader $25
Telematics service, such as OnStar $200
Traffic + travel information $25
USB port $25
Voice control for nav and audio $100
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Automatic headlights $125
Automatic-off headlights$25 
Digital instruments $0
Headlight washers $50
Heated mirrors $25
Illuminated visor mirror, driver $50
Illuminated visor mirror, passenger $50
LED headlights $1000
Tachometer$75 
Trip computer $150
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
Folding passenger seat$150 
Heated front seats $200
Manual fore-aft adjuster, second row seats $75
Manual tilt adjuster, driver seat$50 
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat $100
Synthetic leather seating surfaces $0
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Electronic systems calibration selector $200
Total Value of Features$920$7,475
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$6,555
Value of Feature Adjustments0-6,074

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See a complete comparison of Scion tC vs. Toyota Prius v features.

Specifications Comparison: Scion tC vs. Toyota Prius v

Model Year20082012
ModeltCPrius v
Body2dr Hatch4dr Wagon
Wheelbase106.3 in109.4 in
Length174.0 in181.7 in
Width69.1 in69.9 in
Height55.7 in62.0 in
Curb Weight2,906 lb.3,275 lb.
Fuel Capacity14.5 gal.11.9 gal.
Row 1 Headroom37.6 in39.6 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room54.3 in55.9 in
Row 1 Hip Room53.2 in53.5 in
Row 1 Legroom41.6 in41.3 in
Row 2 Headroom36.6 in38.6 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room50.0 in55.2 in
Row 2 Hip Room47.3 in53.5 in
Row 2 Legroom33.6 in35.9 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum		12.8 ft334.3 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum		35.4 ft367.3 ft3

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See a complete comparison of Scion tC vs. Toyota Prius v specs.

Option Package Details
Toyota Prius v Five

Advanced Technology Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Adaptive cruise control450No
Telematics service, such as OnStar200No
DVD-compatible player0No
Panoramic sunroof1200Yes
Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system0No
Parking guidance system - active500No
JBL, 120W, 8 speakers350No
Total Requested120044%
Total Not Requested150056%

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