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

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Tesla Model S vs. Chevrolet Sonic Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $19,425

Chevrolet Sonic LT   
Difference: $50,145

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year2013201320182018
ModelModel SModel SSonicSonic
TrimBasePerformanceLTPremier
Body4dr Hatch4dr Hatch4dr Hatch4dr Hatch
Base Price $69,900 $89,900 $17,795 $19,795
Metallic paint (extra cost) 750 750    
Cargo cover 250 250    
Satellite radio 0 0    
Panoramic sunroof 2,500 2,500    
Ultra High Fidelity Sound Package 2,500 2,500    
Carbon fiber rear spoiler   1,500    
Convenience Package     650  
Metal pedals     105 105
Sunroof       850
Metallic paint (extra cost) 0 0    
Cargo cover 0 0    
Satellite radio 0 0    
Panoramic sunroof 0 0    
Ultra High Fidelity Sound Package 0 0    
Carbon fiber rear spoiler   0    
Convenience Package     592  
Metal pedals     96 96
Sunroof       774
Options (change) 6,000 7,500 755 955
Options (change) 0 0 688 870
Destination 1,170 1,170 875 875
Gas Tax -7,500 -7,500 0 0
Total Price $69,570 $91,070 $19,425 $21,625

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Tesla Model S vs. Chevrolet Sonic

Lowest Adjusted Price: Chevrolet Sonic LT
Lowest Adjusted Invoice: Tesla Model S
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $45,980
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $24,597
Model Year2013201320182018
ModelModel SModel SSonicSonic
TrimBasePerformanceLTPremier
Body4dr Hatch4dr Hatch4dr Hatch4dr Hatch
Engine302hp E416hp E138hp I4138hp I4
TransmissionA1A1M5M6
DrivetrainRWDRWDFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)580, 12580, 12?, 6?, 6
Tire (rear if not all the same)245/45-19245/45-19205/55-16205/50-17
Total Price$69,570$91,070$19,425$21,625
Adjustments for Features-4,165-5,5400-1,050
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$65,405$85,530$19,425$20,575
Cost Above Minimum$0$20,125$0$1,150

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Features Comparison: Tesla Model S vs. Chevrolet Sonic

Model Year2013201320182018
ModelModel SModel SSonicSonic
TrimBasePerformanceLTPremier
Body4dr Hatch4dr Hatch4dr Hatch4dr Hatch
Transmission and Drivetrain 
1-speed automatic$800$800  
5-speed manual  $0 
6-speed manual   $150
RWD$0$0  
FWD  $0$0
Accessories 
Heated steering wheel  $100$100
Proximity key  $250$250
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual  $250$250
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power$350$350  
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
4-wheel disc brakes$150$150  
Brake assist  $50$50
Rear side airbags  $300$300
Temporary spare tire  $150$150
Vehicle health reports  $0$0
Cargo Management 
Cargo mat$40$40  
Console with shifter  $150$150
Console without shifter$150$150  
Climate Control 
Automatic climate control, front$200$200  
Dual-zone climate control$125$125  
Rain-sensing wipers$175$175  
Rear air vents$100$100  
Rear wiper  $175$175
Variable intermittent wipers  $75$75
Engine / Motor 
10 kW onboard charger$750$750  
60 kWh battery pack$0   
85 kWh battery pack $0  
DC quick-charging capability, free proprietary network $1000  
High-performance inverter $0  
Exterior 
Body kit  $0$0
Carbon fiber rear spoiler $300  
Panoramic sunroof$1200$1200  
Rear spoiler  $200$200
Sunroof   $900
Infotainment 
4G LTE connectivity  $0$0
Android Auto support  $100$100
Apple CarPlay support  $100$100
Aux input  $50$50
HD radio$50$50  
In-vehicle Internet$150$150  
SMS text-to-speech reader  $25$25
Surround sound$250$250  
Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation  $225$225
Voice control for audio system  $25$25
Voice control for external devices  $0$0
Wi-Fi hotspot  $50$50
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Auto-dimming rearview mirror$150$150  
Compass  $0$0
Fog lights  $125$125
Heated mirrors  $25$25
Large color reconfigurable instrument cluster display$250$250  
Large energy flow and fuel economy display$25$25  
Tachometer  $75$75
Turn signals on or near mirrors$25$25  
Xenon HID headlights$500$500  
Seats and Interior Trim 
Floor mats, second row (optional)  $0$0
Metal pedals $75$75$75
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat$150$150  
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat$150$150  
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat$100$100  
Power height adjuster, passenger seat$100$100  
Power recliner, passenger seat$100$100  
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat$100$100  
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat$100$100  
Synthetic leather seating surfaces   $0
Upgraded floor mats  $0$0
Upholstered instrument panel$300$300  
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Electronic systems calibration selector$200$200  
Sport suspension (upgrade)   $0
Tires, high-efficiency (optional) $0  
Wheels, dark finish   $0
Total Value of Features$6,740$8,115$2,575$3,625
Value of Feature Adjustments$4,165$5,540$0$1,050
Value of Feature Adjustments3793850-1,007

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Specifications Comparison: Tesla Model S vs. Chevrolet Sonic

Model Year20132018
ModelModel SSonic
Body4dr Hatch4dr Hatch
Wheelbase116.5 in99.4 in
Length196.0 in159.8 in
Width77.3 in68.3 in
Height56.5 in59.7 in
Curb Weight4,648 lb.2,785 lb.
Fuel Capacity0.0 gal.12.2 gal.
Row 1 Headroom38.8 in38.7 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room57.7 in53.4 in
Row 1 Hip Room55.0 in51.4 in
Row 1 Legroom42.7 in41.8 in
Row 2 Headroom35.3 in37.8 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room55.0 in53.0 in
Row 2 Hip Room54.7 in51.6 in
Row 2 Legroom35.4 in34.6 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum
31.6 ft319.0 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum
63.4 ft347.7 ft3

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Option Package Details
Tesla Model S

Ultra High Fidelity Sound Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Surround sound250No
Unbranded, 580W, 12 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Total Requested00%
Total Not Requested600100%

Option Package Details
Tesla Model S Performance

Ultra High Fidelity Sound Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Surround sound250No
Unbranded, 580W, 12 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Total Requested00%
Total Not Requested600100%

Option Package Details
Chevrolet Sonic LT

Convenience Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Heated front seats200Yes
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power height adjuster, driver seat50Yes
Power recliner, driver seat100Yes
Heated steering wheel100No
Upgraded instruments0No
Proximity key250No
Total Requested45056%
Total Not Requested35044%

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