Hyundai Sonata vs. Buick LaCrosse Price Comparison
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For the Hyundai Sonata vs. Buick LaCrosse price comparison, we have first equipped the cars with selected features. The specific options added are shown in the Sonata vs. LaCrosse Price Comparison table. If you want to know how much the Sonata and LaCrosse will cost with the features you specified, this is the table to check. In this case, the Hyundai Sonata Hybrid's price is $3,140 lower than the Buick LaCrosse's price |
TrueDelta Value Comparison: Hyundai Sonata vs. Buick LaCrosse
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Hyundai Sonata Hybrid | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: 3,140 | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: 3,518 | ||
| Model Year | 2012 | 2012 |
| Model | Sonata | LaCrosse |
| Trim | Hybrid | Base |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | 166hp I4 H | 182hp I4 H |
| Transmission | T6 | T6 |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | 34/39 MPG | 25/36 MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers | 400, 9 | 384, 11 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 215/55-17 | 235/50-17 |
| Total Price | 32,740 | 37,155 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -1,275 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | 32,740 | 35,880 |
| Total Invoice | 30,743 | 35,478 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -1,217 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | 30,743 | 34,261 |
Invoice Comparison: Hyundai Sonata vs. Buick LaCrosse
Price Comparison (MSRP): Hyundai Sonata vs. Buick LaCrosseThe 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.
Models in short supply often sell at or even above these prices.
| Lowest Total Price: Hyundai Sonata Hybrid | ||
| Difference: 4,415 | ||
| Lowest Total Invoice: Hyundai Sonata Hybrid | ||
| Difference: 4,735 | ||
| Model Year | 2012 | 2012 |
| Model | Sonata | LaCrosse |
| Trim | Hybrid | Base |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Price | 25,850 | 30,170 |
| Base Invoice | 24,434 | 28,963 |
| Ultimate Package | 5,500 | |
| Remote start | 350 | |
| All-weather floor mats | 115 | 140 |
| Cargo net | 50 | |
| Floor mats | 100 | |
| Premium 1 Group | 3,280 | |
| Navigation system | 895 | |
| Entertainment Package | 600 | |
| 2.4L I4 Hybrid | 0 | |
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,195 | |
| Ultimate Package | 0 | |
| Remote start | 0 | |
| All-weather floor mats | 123 | |
| Cargo net | 0 | |
| Floor mats | 0 | |
| Premium 1 Group | 3,149 | |
| Navigation system | 788 | |
| Entertainment Package | 528 | |
| 2.4L I4 Hybrid | 0 | |
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,052 | |
| Total options | 6,115 | 6,110 |
| Total options | 5,534 | 5,640 |
| Destination | 775 | 875 |
| Total Price | 32,740 | 37,155 |
| Total Invoice | 30,743 | 35,478 |
While we strive for accuracy, the site is not error-free, and prices can change at any time.
What Our Members Are Saying about the Price of the the Hyundai Sonata
| Price of the Hyundai Sonata: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2011 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 274hp 2.0L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD | Currently a good lease deal on the sport version with turbo. |
| 2010 | 4dr Sedan 175-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD | Very competitively priced. I saved $3000 when compared to a camry or accord with similiar features. |
| 2009 | 4dr Sedan 175-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD | Best car for the money. |
| 2009 | 4dr Sedan 249-horsepower 3.3L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD | Best bang for your $$$. Test drove comparable Accord and Camry and they were at least $2000 higher with less options. |
| 2009 | 4dr Sedan 175-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed manual FWD | Cheep car. |
| 2009 | 4dr Sedan 249-horsepower 3.3L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD | Always great incenstives. 0% financing or cash back. That combined with the low price to begin with, hard to beat. |
| 2009 | 4dr Sedan 249-horsepower 3.3L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD | Price is 2-5K lower for comperable competitors, Malibu, Toyota, etc |
| 2009 | 4dr Sedan 249-horsepower 3.3L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD | Heavy dealer discounting gets you a fully loaded 6 cyl. Sonata Limited at the same price as a base 4 cyl. Accord or Camry. |
| 2009 | 4dr Sedan 175-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD | This car currently has the lowest price point for a mid size car with the electronic stability control, front, side and curtain front and rear air bags all standard. A 5 year 60,000 mile bumper to bumper warranty and 10 year 100,000 mile warranty too. |
| 2009 | 4dr Sedan 249-horsepower 3.3L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD | 0 |
| 2009 | 4dr Sedan 175-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD | Compared to the Accord or Camry, the Sonata cost considerably less even though it has a longer list of standard features. |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 162-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD | Its price was lower than comparable sedans for the features that the Sonata offers. |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 162-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD | Cost less than the camry and in my mind just as good if not better |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 162-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD | Thousands less than the Camry |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 162-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD | bought used, paid cash, cheap to own, excellent value |
| 2007 | 4dr Sedan 162-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD | For Mid size car this was the best price |
| 2007 | 4dr Sedan 162-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed manual FWD | I bought mine at a dealer auction, repo, 11270 miles, for ~ 60% of what a new one would have cost. |
| 2007 | 4dr Sedan 234-horsepower 3.3L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD | For all of the standard features on the SE, such as V6, fog lights, 17in wheels, ESC, and side airbags, there is no greater value out there. I feel like I own a $30K car for only $20K. After the rebate, I was out less than some base model cars. |
| 2007 | 4dr Sedan 234-horsepower 3.3L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD | 3-$5000 cheaper then competitve offerings from Honda, Toyota and Nissan. |
| 2007 | 4dr Sedan 162-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD | Many safety features (airbag, vehicle stability control) standard resulting in substantial savings |
| 2007 | 4dr Sedan 234-horsepower 3.3L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD | Good discounts and excellent dealer combined to make this a great offer. |
| 2006 | 4dr Sedan 235-horsepower 3.3L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD | Price is low and you get ALOT |
| 2006 | 4dr Sedan 235-horsepower 3.3L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD | Best value in class. |
| 2006 | 4dr Sedan 235-horsepower 3.3L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD | best bang for buck, period. |
| 2006 | 4dr Sedan 235-horsepower 3.3L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD | cheap cheap cheap! |
| 2006 | 4dr Sedan 235-horsepower 3.3L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD | It was 5k less than an Accord, what else is there to add. |
| 2006 | 4dr Sedan 162-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed manual FWD | Really compared to its competitors |
| 2006 | 4dr Sedan 235-horsepower 3.3L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD | 0% financing |
| 2006 | 4dr Sedan 235-horsepower 3.3L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD | Best value in its class by far. Excellent price, drive a near-luxury car for less than $20k. |
| 2003 | 4dr Sedan 170-horsepower 2.7L V6 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD | It met our budget at the time. |
| Price of the Hyundai Sonata: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2011 | 4dr Sedan 198-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD | Dealer was not willing to negotiate at all. Such is often the problem with a brand new model that is high in demand. |
| 2009 | 4dr Sedan 175-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD | Too expensive for what they represent (cheap and low class) |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Price of the the Buick LaCrosse
| Price of the Buick LaCrosse: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2010 | 4dr Sedan 255-horsepower 3.0L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD | Low residual values make it expensive to lease. |
| 2007 | 4dr Sedan 200-horsepower 3.8L V6 4-speed automatic FWD | A bit overpriced considering the differences between Impala and LaCrosse. |
Features Comparison: Hyundai Sonata vs. Buick LaCrosse
| Model Year | 2012 | 2012 |
| Model | Sonata | LaCrosse |
| Trim | Hybrid | Base |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | $1100 |
| FWD | $0 | $0 |
| Accessories | ||
| AC power outlet | $100 | |
| Proximity key | $250 | |
| Remote app | $25 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||
| Front seat active head restraints | $50 | |
| Obstacle detection, rear | $300 | |
| Rollover sensor | $100 | |
| Cargo Management | ||
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | |
| Climate Control and Infotainment | ||
| App support | $125 | |
| DVD-compatible player | $0 | |
| HD radio | $100 | |
| Media drive, large | $100 | |
| SMS text-to-speech reader | $50 | |
| Surround sound | $250 | |
| Traffic + travel information | $50 | |
| Exterior | ||
| Active grille shutters | $0 | |
| Bodyside moldings | $75 | |
| Laminated side glass | $300 | |
| Rear spoiler | $200 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | $75 | |
| Detailed driving style feedback | $100 | |
| Large energy flow and fuel economy display | $25 | |
| Tachometer | $75 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||
| Folding second row seats | $300 | |
| Heated second row seats | $200 | |
| Memory system, driver seat | $200 | |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $150 | |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $100 | |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||
| Adaptive shocks - mechanical | $250 | |
| Alloy wheels | $350 | |
| Machined alloy wheels | $350 | |
| Total Value of Features | $2,800 | $4,075 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $1,275 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | -1,217 |
Specifications Comparison: Hyundai Sonata vs. Buick LaCrosse
| Model Year | 2012 | 2012 |
| Model | Sonata | LaCrosse |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Wheelbase | 110.0 in | 111.7 in |
| Length | 189.8 in | 196.9 in |
| Width | 72.2 in | 73.1 in |
| Height | 57.9 in | 59.2 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,457 lb. | 3,835 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 18.5 gal. | 18.0 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 40.0 in | 38.0 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 57.9 in | 57.4 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 55.2 in | 55.2 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 45.5 in | 41.7 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 37.8 in | 37.3 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 56.7 in | 56.0 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 54.9 in | 53.9 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 34.6 in | 40.5 in |
| Cargo Volume | 16.4 ft3 | 10.8 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Hybrid
| Ultimate Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Panoramic sunroof | 1200 | Yes |
| 215/55VR17 tires | 400 | No |
| HD radio | 100 | No |
| Door sill trim plates | 100 | Yes |
| Rearview camera | 200 | Yes |
| Infinity, 400W, 9 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Heated front seats | 300 | Yes |
| Heated second row seats | 200 | No |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Leather-wrapped steering wheel | 150 | Yes |
| Compass | 25 | Yes |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 50 | Yes |
| Bluetooth audio streaming | 25 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 3800 | 78% |
| Total Not Requested | 1050 | 22% |
Option Package Details
| Premium 1 Group | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | No |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 300 | No |
| Rearview camera | 200 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | No |
| Fog lights | 125 | Yes |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Turn signals on or near mirrors | 25 | Yes |
| Perimeter approach lighting | 25 | No |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Heated front seats | 300 | Yes |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | 150 | No |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Remote start | 150 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1950 | 65% |
| Total Not Requested | 1050 | 35% |
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Media hard drive | 100 | No |
| Total Requested | 700 | 88% |
| Total Not Requested | 100 | 12% |
| Entertainment Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| AC power outlet | 100 | No |
| Surround sound | 250 | No |
| Harman/Kardon, 384W, 11 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Total Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Total Not Requested | 700 | 100% |
| 2.4L I4 Hybrid DOHC-4v 182 hp@6700 172 lb-ft@4901 | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| 2.4L I4 Hybrid DOHC-4v 182 hp@6700 172 lb-ft@4901 | 1000 | Yes |
| Rear spoiler | 200 | No |
| Active grille shutters | 0 | No |
| Total Requested | 1000 | 83% |
| Total Not Requested | 200 | 17% |
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What Our Members Are Saying about Hyundai Sonata Materials and Workmanship
| Available Features of the Hyundai Sonata: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2012 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 274hp 2.0L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
flawless workmanship Many extras are standard |
| 2011 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 274hp 2.0L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Everything fits perfectly. |
| 2009 | 4dr Sedan 175-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
Dashboard is not plastic but a synthetic plastic for enhanced feel. Door arm rests well planned out. easy to feel for window and mirror controls. Best middle compartment with iPod hookup. Multiple areas for storage. Impressive audio and audio controls. |
| 2009 | 4dr Sedan 249-horsepower 3.3L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
At indicated in the professional reviews, the interior/ exterior is well appointed with quality materials and excellent fit and finish. |
| 2009 | 4dr Sedan 175-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
This car has a solid feel to it. And the doors sound a bit like a European sedan when I shut them. I nice reassuring sound from an inexpensive asian built car. |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 162-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
soft-touch materials, low-gloss instrument panel |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 162-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Our Sonota looks and feels like a quality car. I have yet to hear any kind of a rattle or squeak on our winter ravished road. The paint is perfect. Doors close with a solid thunk. We have had the car for about 2 months & no problems with anything. |
| 2007 | 4dr Sedan 234-horsepower 3.3L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Excellent value for the price |
| 2007 | 4dr Sedan 162-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
The car is built solid. We have put 19,000 miles on it since the first of the year (2008)and it still feels like it did the day we bought it new. |
| 2007 | 4dr Sedan 162-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
I have had the car approximately 1.5 years now and it is still as solid as the day I drove it off the lot. I recently had to have body work done due to stone chips, I had a 2009 Mitsubishi Gallant and was horrible...sounded like a go-kart..no comparison |
| 2006 | 4dr Sedan 162-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Overall, pretty GOOD! |
| 2006 | 4dr Sedan 235-horsepower 3.3L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
it sits like a luxury car with comfortable leather seats and soft plastics in all the right places. No squeaks or rattles in almost 40,000 miles. |
| 2002 | 4dr Sedan 149-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Just after I tried other cars (mazda, nissan, GM) I realized how good is interior material. |
| Materials and Workmanship of the Hyundai Sonata: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2011 | 4dr Sedan 198-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Controls felt a bit cheap, cheap plastics. |
| 2011 | 4dr Sedan 198-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Cheap interior plastic, like a toyota camry, not as good as the accord. |
| 2011 | 4dr Sedan 200-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
cheap plastic feel. |
| 2009 | 4dr Sedan 175-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Periodic "Rice Krispies" effect from the dash as cabin temperature warms. Materials are vastly improved from the 2008 model, but dash material seemingly expands as the cabin warms to room temperature...it ceases once room temperature is reached. |
| 2009 | 4dr Sedan 175-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Cheap and low class. |
| 2009 | 4dr Sedan 175-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Still some minor fit and finish issues which Hyundai needs to work on. Noticed that the body joints under the car were never coated with undercoating like the rest of the chassis. This is something one would not see on a Toyota or Honda. |
| 2009 | 4dr Sedan 249-horsepower 3.3L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Vents go snap/crackle/pop while flexing in temperatures. Noisy plastic bits from the dash, rumbling rear suspension. |
| 2007 | 4dr Sedan 162-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
a few rattles on dash and door. |
| 2006 | 4dr Sedan 235-horsepower 3.3L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
not sure; this Sonata is US assembled so time will tell whether or not it will stand the test of time compared to Asian built models |
What Our Members Are Saying about Buick LaCrosse Materials and Workmanship
| Available Features of the Buick LaCrosse: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2012 | 4dr Sedan 303-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
finished as well as 40k cars. nothing loose, tight fit, soft textured materials |
| Materials and Workmanship of the Buick LaCrosse: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2010 | 4dr Sedan 280-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Dash is worst fit to door edges ever seen. Area around Home Garage Remote buttons is poorly reinforced and flexes when a button is used. |
