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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: $19,980

Chevrolet Sonic LT   
Difference: $53,210

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year2020202020182018
ModelModel SModel SSonicSonic
TrimLong Range PlusPerformanceLTPremier
Body4dr Hatch4dr Hatch4dr Hatch4dr Hatch
Base Price $74,990 $94,990 $17,795 $19,795
Metallic paint (extra cost) 1,000 1,000    
Wheels, dark finish 1,500 1,500    
Panoramic sunroof 2,000 2,000    
Carbon fiber rear spoiler   0    
Driver Confidence Package     495 495
Convenience Package     650  
Cargo net     60 60
Metal pedals     105 105
Sunroof       850
Metallic paint (extra cost) 0 0    
Wheels, dark finish 0 0    
Panoramic sunroof 0 0    
Carbon fiber rear spoiler   0    
Driver Confidence Package     450 450
Convenience Package     592  
Cargo net     55 55
Metal pedals     96 96
Sunroof       774
Options (change) 4,500 4,500 1,310 1,510
Options (change) 0 0 1,193 1,375
Destination 1,200 1,200 875 875
Gas Tax -7,500 -7,500 0 0
Total Price $73,190 $93,190 $19,980 $22,180

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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 Performance
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $41,595
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $24,580
Model Year2020202020182018
ModelModel SModel SSonicSonic
TrimLong Range PlusPerformanceLTPremier
Body4dr Hatch4dr Hatch4dr Hatch4dr Hatch
Engine534hp E778hp E138hp I4138hp I4
TransmissionA1A1M5M6
DrivetrainAWDAWDFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)200, 7580, 12?, 6?, 6
Tire (rear if not all the same)245/45-19245/45-19205/55-16205/50-17
Total Price$73,190$93,190$19,980$22,180
Adjustments for Features-11,615-12,8800-1,050
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$61,575$80,310$19,980$21,130
Cost Above Minimum$0$18,735$0$1,150

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Features Comparison: Tesla Model S vs. Chevrolet Sonic

Model Year2020202020182018
ModelModel SModel SSonicSonic
TrimLong Range PlusPerformanceLTPremier
Body4dr Hatch4dr Hatch4dr Hatch4dr Hatch
Transmission and Drivetrain 
1-speed automatic$800$800  
5-speed manual  $0 
6-speed manual   $150
AWD$1700$1700  
FWD  $0$0
Accessories 
Heated steering wheel $100$100$100
Power charge port door$25$25  
Power liftgate$350$350  
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual  $250$250
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power$350$350  
Universal garage door opener$100$100  
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
4-wheel disc brakes$150$150  
Automatic braking, high-speed or partial$200$200  
Brake assist  $50$50
Obstacle detection, front$150$150  
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  
Heated windshield washer nozzles $15  
HEPA interior air filter $100  
Interior air filter$0 $0$0
Ionizing air filtration$50$50  
Rain-sensing wipers$175$175  
Rear air vents$100$100  
Rear wiper  $175$175
Variable intermittent wipers  $75$75
Wiper de-icer $25  
Engine / Motor 
10 kW onboard charger$750$750  
100 kWh battery pack$0$0  
400 kWh a year of DC charging credits$200$200  
DC quick-charging capability$750$750  
High amperage charger$750$750  
Exterior 
Body kit  $0$0
Carbon fiber rear spoiler $300  
Painted brake calipers (optional) $0  
Panoramic sunroof$1200$1200  
Rear spoiler  $200$200
Sunroof   $900
Infotainment 
Android Auto support  $100$100
Apple CarPlay support  $100$100
Aux input  $50$50
Center stack smartphone cradle $0  
HD radio$50$50  
In-vehicle Internet$150$150  
Navigation map updates, seven years$0$0  
Navigation system$600$600  
Range alert$0$0  
Satellite radio $200$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$100  
Wi-Fi hotspot  $50$50
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror$75$75  
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror$75$75  
Auto-dimming rearview mirror$150$150  
Compass  $0$0
Cornering lights$50$50  
Interior ambient lighting$150$150  
Large color reconfigurable instrument cluster display$250$250  
Large energy flow and fuel economy display$25$25  
LED headlights$1000$1000  
Mirror tilt-down in reverse$25$25  
Power-folding mirrors$50$50  
Steering-linked headlights$150$150  
Tachometer  $75$75
Turn signals on or near mirrors$25$25  
Seats and Interior Trim 
Door sill trim plates$100$100  
Floor mats, second row (optional)  $0$0
Heated second row seats $200  
Leather-wrapped steering wheel  $150$150
Memory system, driver seat$200$200  
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  
Wood trim$300$300  
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Air suspension, auto-leveling and height adjustable$1000$1000  
Electronic systems calibration selector$200$200  
Sport suspension (upgrade)   $0
Wheels, dark finish$0$0 $0
Total Value of Features$14,140$15,405$2,525$3,575
Value of Feature Adjustments$11,615$12,880$0$1,050
Value of Feature Adjustments1,0008710-1,006

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Specifications Comparison: Tesla Model S vs. Chevrolet Sonic

Model Year20202018
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 Weight4,884 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
28.4 ft319.0 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum
62.3 ft347.7 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
Heated steering wheel100Yes
Upgraded instruments0No
Proximity key250Yes
Total Requested800100%
Total Not Requested00%

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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