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Hyundai Elantra vs. Ford Escape Price Comparison

Hyundai Elantra vs Ford Escape Price Comparison:
Hyundai Elantra vs Ford Escape Price Comparison:

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For the Hyundai Elantra vs. Ford Escape price comparison, we have first equipped the cars with selected features. The specific options added are shown in the Elantra vs. Escape Price Comparison table. If you want to know how much the Elantra and Escape will cost with the features you specified, this is the table to check. In this case, the Hyundai Elantra SE's price is $5,465 lower than the Ford Escape XLS's price

Each car includes features you didn't request, and that aren't included on the other car. In the Elantra vs. Escape Features Comparison table we've tallied these features up and assigned monetary values to them using the site's default values. For example, compared to the Hyundai Elantra SE, the Ford Escape XLS includes additional features worth $0. The TrueDelta Value Comparison figures include adjustments for most differences in feature content. However, they do not include advertising fees, factory-to-dealer incentives, or differences in engines, tires, seat configurations, and audio systems. Exceptions: They do include values for third-row seats and media players. Additional notes

0 In this case, after a $1775 adjustment for the Hyundai Elantra SE's additional features, the Hyundai Elantra SE is $5,465 less than the Ford Escape XLS.

TrueDelta Value Comparison: Hyundai Elantra vs. Ford Escape

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Hyundai Elantra SE
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: 5,465
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: 5,009
Model Year20102012
ModelElantraEscape
TrimSEXLS
Body4dr Sedan4dr SUV
Engine138hp I4175hp I4
TransmissionA4M5
DrivetrainFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)26/34 MPG22/28 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers172, 680, 4
Tire (rear if not all the same)205/55-16235/70-16
Total Price18,72022,410
Adjustments for Features-1,7750
Feature-Adjusted Total Price16,94522,410
Total Invoice17,95821,264
Adjustments for Features-1,7030
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice16,25521,264

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Invoice Comparison: Hyundai Elantra vs. Ford Escape

Price Comparison (MSRP): Hyundai Elantra vs. Ford Escape

The sticker prices, before adjusting for remaining feature differences. Usually these are the numbers you will see on the window stickers.

Models in short supply often sell at or even above these prices.

Lowest Total Price: Hyundai Elantra SE
Difference: 3,690
Lowest Total Invoice: Hyundai Elantra SE
Difference: 3,306
Model Year20102012
ModelElantraEscape
TrimSEXLS
Body4dr Sedan4dr SUV
Base Price17,84521,440
Base Invoice17,11320,315
Floor mats8555
Cargo tray7090
Floor mats6847
Cargo tray5777
Total options155145
Total options125124
Destination720825
Total Price18,72022,410
Total Invoice17,95821,264

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Features Comparison: Hyundai Elantra vs. Ford Escape

Model Year20102012
ModelElantraEscape
TrimSEXLS
Body4dr Sedan4dr SUV
Transmission and Drivetrain 
4-speed automatic$800 
5-speed manual $0
FWD$0$0
Accessories 
Tilt steering wheel, manual $150
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual$250 
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
4-wheel disc brakes$150 
Front seat active head restraints$50 
Rollover sensor $100
Safety key $25
Cargo Management 
Liftglass or two-piece tailgate $150
Overhead sunglass holder$25 
Climate Control and Infotainment 
Audio controls on steering wheel$125 
Interior air filter$25 
Rear wiper $175
Satellite radio$200 
USB port$150 
Exterior 
Rear bumper protector $40
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Fog lights$125 
Heated mirrors$25 
Illuminated visor mirror, driver$50 
Illuminated visor mirror, passenger$50 
Spotter mirrors $40
Trip computer$150 
Visor mirror, driver $10
Visor mirror, passenger $10
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row$50 
Leather-wrapped steering wheel$150 
Manual height adjuster, driver seat$50 
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat$50 
Total Value of Features$2,475$700
Value of Feature Adjustments$1,775$0
Value of Feature Adjustments-1,7030

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Specifications Comparison: Hyundai Elantra vs. Ford Escape

Model Year20102012
ModelElantraEscape
Body4dr Sedan4dr SUV
Wheelbase104.3 in103.1 in
Length177.4 in174.7 in
Width69.9 in71.1 in
Height58.3 in67.7 in
Curb Weight2,747 lb.3,254 lb.
Fuel Capacity14.0 gal.16.5 gal.
Row 1 Headroom40.0 in40.4 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room55.6 in56.6 in
Row 1 Hip Room54.2 in53.3 in
Row 1 Legroom43.5 in41.6 in
Row 2 Headroom37.6 in39.2 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room55.1 in55.9 in
Row 2 Hip Room54.0 in49.1 in
Row 2 Legroom35.0 in35.6 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum		14.2 ft329.2 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum		14.266.3 ft3

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Price of the Hyundai Elantra

Price of the Hyundai Elantra: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2013 4dr Sedan 148-horsepower 1.8L I4
6-speed manual FWD		 Comparing a base Elantra to a base Mazda 3 and Honda Civic the features and options you get in your base sticker price for an Elantra you would have to pay extra to get the same options in a Mazda 3 or Honda Civic.<br />
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Heated seats is a big plus, especially if you live in Canada. Mazda and Honda you have to pay extra to get this option.
2010 4dr Sedan 138-horsepower 2.0L I4
4-speed automatic FWD		 Paid sticker price less $2,000 rebate.
2009 4dr Sedan 138-horsepower 2.0L I4
4-speed automatic FWD		 Same price can only get me a average or less than average featured Civic or Corolla. Toyota and Honda both refused to provided payment plan due to not enough history, Hyundai just picked me up right away.
2009 4dr Sedan 138-horsepower 2.0L I4
4-speed automatic FWD		 The Elantra is about $4000-$6000 less than a comparable vehicle from Japanese car makers.
2009 4dr Sedan 138-horsepower 2.0L I4
4-speed automatic FWD		 Cash 4 clunkers got me to look. Consumer Reports rated #1. 1st looked @ Civic,Corola. Had better head room w/sunroof, best warranty, best price, Best brakes, towing capacity, interior room. I NEVER thought Elantra, EVER, Now I take it out, "just 4 a ride"
2009 4dr Sedan 138-horsepower 2.0L I4
5-speed manual FWD		 Best small car for the money right now.
2008 4dr Sedan 138-horsepower 2.0L I4
4-speed automatic FWD		 very cheap for what you get
2008 4dr Sedan 138-horsepower 2.0L I4
4-speed automatic FWD		 A lot of bang for the buck!
2008 4dr Sedan 138-horsepower 2.0L I4
5-speed manual FWD		 The Hyundai cost less money out-the-door than a Civic without air-conditioning or a corolla without anti-lock brakes.
2008 4dr Sedan 138-horsepower 2.0L I4
4-speed automatic FWD		 See above.
2008 4dr Sedan 138-horsepower 2.0L I4
4-speed automatic FWD		 Price was about $17k.
2008 4dr Sedan 138-horsepower 2.0L I4
4-speed automatic FWD		 2008 Elantra SE seemed to offer a lot of value for money; with the features I now have, I would have paid a lot more money with a Civic, Corolla or some other option.
2008 4dr Sedan 138-horsepower 2.0L I4
4-speed automatic FWD		 I got a no haggle price. I just called the dealership, told the salesperson my price, and the cash deal(at my price) was complete in about 3 hours of my phone call.
2007 4dr Sedan 138-horsepower 2.0L I4
4-speed automatic FWD		 Rebate allowed this car to be had, including extended warrantyu if desired, for about $1000 less than most comparable Totyate Corolla LE. Honda was no where near close ($3000 more).
2007 4dr Sedan 138-horsepower 2.0L I4
4-speed automatic FWD		 Good price/value
2007 4dr Sedan 138-horsepower 2.0L I4
5-speed manual FWD		 great value compared to other vehicles.
2007 4dr Sedan 138-horsepower 2.0L I4
4-speed automatic FWD		 I was able to get a good interest rate and what seemed like a good final price from the dealer.
2005 4dr Sedan 138-horsepower 2.0L I4
5-speed manual FWD		 $4000-5000 less than any US or Japanese of equal options and size.
2005 4dr Hatch 138-horsepower 2.0L I4
5-speed manual FWD		 The price was reasonable and the interest rate was good for the time.
2005 4dr Sedan 138-horsepower 2.0L I4
5-speed manual FWD		 Considering all the features that came with the car, plus the cost of operating, and insuring the car, the Elantra is an economical car.
2005 4dr Hatch 138-horsepower 2.0L I4
5-speed manual FWD		 Great price at the time for the size of vehicle
2004 4dr Sedan 138-horsepower 2.0L I4
4-speed automatic FWD		 Is/was a bargain price, great value
2004 4dr Sedan 138-horsepower 2.0L I4
5-speed manual FWD		 The price was great considering the options.
2003 4dr Sedan 135-horsepower 2.0L I4
5-speed manual FWD		 it was cheaper then a civic
2003 4dr Sedan 135-horsepower 2.0L I4
5-speed manual FWD		 cost was less than I expected
2003 4dr Sedan 135-horsepower 2.0L I4
4-speed automatic FWD		 Best bang for the buck! Car comes fully loaded at a reasonable price
2003 4dr Sedan 135-horsepower 2.0L I4
5-speed manual FWD		 Brand new it costs less than some competitors used prices.
2003 4dr Sedan 135-horsepower 2.0L I4
4-speed automatic FWD		 were affordable for the amount of car you were getting.
2002 4dr Hatch 140-horsepower 2.0L I4
5-speed manual FWD		 Used Elantras are quite cheap. Any car of the same year/size/class with the same features/options would cost significantly more.

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Price of the Ford Escape

Price of the Ford Escape: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2011 4dr SUV 171-horsepower 2.5L I4
6-speed automatic AWD		 Lowest
2009 4dr SUV 240-horsepower 3.0L V6
6-speed automatic AWD		 My price paid was much smaller than Toyota and Honda similar models I researched.
2008 4dr SUV 153-horsepower 2.3L I4
4-speed automatic AWD		 The price was within budget
2008 4dr SUV 200-horsepower 3.0L V6
4-speed automatic AWD		 Compared to Honda, Toyota and GM, much more "bang for the buck"!
2007 4dr SUV 200-horsepower 3.0L V6
4-speed automatic FWD		 lower than the mazda
2007 4dr SUV 200-horsepower 3.0L V6
4-speed automatic FWD		 Reasonable price for 1 year old lease return
2007 4dr SUV 133-horsepower 2.3L I4 Hybrid
CVT AWD		 Not much. Pricey for what you get.
2006 4dr SUV 133-horsepower 2.3L I4 Hybrid
CVT AWD		 Part of the deal was getting top dollar on my trade in.
2006 4dr SUV 153-horsepower 2.3L I4
5-speed manual FWD		 At my purchase price of $15800 I think my Escape is an unmatched value.
2002 4dr SUV 127-horsepower 2.0L I4
5-speed manual AWD		 Bought vehicle with low interest. And price of 19,600 was very reasonable. Especially by SUV standards
Price of the Ford Escape: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2008 4dr SUV 133-horsepower 2.3L I4 Hybrid
CVT FWD		 Hybrid was quite a premium over the V6.
2007 4dr SUV 133-horsepower 2.3L I4 Hybrid
CVT FWD		 It is not economical when comparing standard engine vs. hybrid engine. You have to do it because you want a hybrid for the environment. However, it is 10K cheeper than Toyota Highlander Hybrid, but it is a lighter car too. Tow capacity is 1000 vs 3000.
2006 4dr SUV 133-horsepower 2.3L I4 Hybrid
CVT AWD		 As a hybrid, expect to pay a premium price.

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