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Tesla Model 3 vs. Chevrolet Sonic Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Tesla Model 3 vs. Chevrolet Sonic Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $19,940

Chevrolet Sonic LT   
Difference: $23,760

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year201820182018
ModelModel 3SonicSonic
TrimBaseLTPremier
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $49,000 $17,695 $19,795
Metallic paint (extra cost) 1,000    
Driver Confidence Package   495 495
Convenience Package   875  
Metallic paint (extra cost) 0    
Driver Confidence Package   450 450
Convenience Package   796  
Options (change) 1,000 1,370 495
Options (change) 0 1,246 450
Destination 1,200 875 875
Gas Tax -7,500 0 0
Total Price $43,700 $19,940 $21,165

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Tesla Model 3 vs. Chevrolet Sonic

Lowest Adjusted Price: Chevrolet Sonic LT
Lowest Adjusted Invoice: Tesla Model 3
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $17,230
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $24,467
Model Year201820182018
ModelModel 3SonicSonic
TrimBaseLTPremier
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine258hp E138hp I4138hp I4
TransmissionA1M6M6
DrivetrainRWDFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, ??, 6?, 6
Tire (rear if not all the same)235/45-18195/65-15205/50-17
Total Price$43,700$19,940$21,165
Adjustments for Features-6,53000
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$37,170$19,940$21,165
Cost Above Minimum$0$0$1,225

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Features Comparison: Tesla Model 3 vs. Chevrolet Sonic

Model Year201820182018
ModelModel 3SonicSonic
TrimBaseLTPremier
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
1-speed automatic$800  
6-speed manual $150$150
RWD$0  
FWD $0$0
Accessories 
Heated steering wheel $100$100
Remote keyless entry $225$225
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual $250$250
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power$350  
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
4-wheel disc brakes$150  
Automatic braking, high-speed or partial$200  
Obstacle detection, front$150  
Rear side airbags $300$300
Temporary spare tire $150$150
Vehicle health reports $0$0
Cargo Management 
Console with shifter $150$150
Console without shifter$150  
Climate Control 
Automatic climate control, front$200  
Dual-zone climate control$125  
Interior air filter $0$0
Rain-sensing wipers$175  
Rear air vents$100  
Variable intermittent wipers $75$75
Engine / Motor 
10 kW onboard charger$750  
75 kWh battery pack$0  
DC quick-charging capability$750  
Exterior 
Glass roof panel(s)$300  
Infotainment 
Android Auto support $100$100
Apple CarPlay support $100$100
Aux input $50$50
In-vehicle Internet$150  
Navigation system$600  
Range alert$0  
Satellite radio $200$200
SMS text-to-speech reader $25$25
Surround sound$250  
Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation $225$225
Voice control for audio system $25$25
Voice control for external devices $0$0
Voice control for nav and audio$100  
Wi-Fi hotspot $50$50
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror$75  
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror$75  
Auto-dimming rearview mirror$150  
Compass $0$0
Digital instruments$0  
Fog lights$125  
Illuminated visor mirror, driver$50  
Illuminated visor mirror, passenger$50  
LED headlights$1000  
Power-folding mirrors$50  
Tachometer $75$75
Turn signals on or near mirrors$25  
Visor mirror, driver $10$10
Visor mirror, passenger $10$10
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row$50  
Door sill trim plates$100  
Floor mats, second row (optional) $0$0
Memory system, driver seat$200  
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat$150  
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat$150  
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat$100  
Power height adjuster, passenger seat$100  
Power recliner, passenger seat$100  
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat$100  
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat$100  
Synthetic leather seating surfaces$0 $0
Synthetic suede door panel trim$250  
Wood trim$300  
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Electronic systems calibration selector$200  
Total Value of Features$8,800$2,270$2,270
Value of Feature Adjustments$6,530$0$0
Value of Feature Adjustments94100

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Specifications Comparison: Tesla Model 3 vs. Chevrolet Sonic

Model Year20182018
ModelModel 3Sonic
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase113.2 in99.4 in
Length184.8 in173.9 in
Width72.8 in68.3 in
Height56.8 in59.7 in
Curb Weight3,550 lb.2,774 lb.
Fuel Capacity0.0 gal.12.2 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.6 in38.7 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room56.3 in53.4 in
Row 1 Hip Room0.0 in51.4 in
Row 1 Legroom42.7 in41.8 in
Row 2 Headroom37.7 in37.8 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room54.0 in53.0 in
Row 2 Hip Room0.0 in51.6 in
Row 2 Legroom35.2 in34.6 in
Cargo Volume15.0 ft314.9 ft3

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Option Package Details
Chevrolet Sonic LT

Driver Confidence Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Lane departure warning200Yes
Forward collision warning200Yes
Total Requested650100%
Total Not Requested00%
Convenience Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Heated front seats200Yes
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power height adjuster, driver seat50Yes
Power recliner, driver seat100Yes
Leather-wrapped steering wheel150Yes
Heated steering wheel100No
Upgraded instruments0No
Proximity key250Yes
Total Requested85089%
Total Not Requested10011%

Option Package Details
Chevrolet Sonic Premier

Driver Confidence Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Lane departure warning200Yes
Forward collision warning200Yes
Total Requested650100%
Total Not Requested00%

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