2010 Honda Accord

Style Research Report

2010 Honda Accord EX V6

Created April 19, 2010

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Table of Contents

Pricing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

1. Pricing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

2. Incentives . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

Features & Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

3. Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

4. Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Specs & Safety. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

5. Specs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

6. Colors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

7. Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Ratings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

8. Consumer Reviews/Ratings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

9. JD Power Ratings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Maintenance & Ownership . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

10. True Cost to Own . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

11. Resale Values . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

12. Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

a. TSBs and Recalls (if available) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

13.Vehicle Worksheet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Glossary . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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1. Pricing

2010 Honda Accord EX V6 3.0 MSRP Invoice TMV®Regional Base Price $25,800 $23,215 23,576

Typical Price with Options $28,800 $26,215 27,576

About PricingLorper inis adiam nosLoreet, sequam in hendio odo ex eugiate con vulput inciduisl in ut ver sendrer iusci bla feum numsan henim velisim num nit lutatue min vulput dolute consent ing euis esto ea fa-ciniamet, con hent nonsenibh et lobor illum quam, vullum alis dolore vel ex ex enim essis aut praessit iustio ero odolore con vel in ullaor si er sectem augue vullam iliquis.

About Edmunds.com True Market Value® PricingLorper inis adiam nosLoreet, sequam in hendio odo ex eugiate con vulput inciduisl in ut ver sendrer iusci bla feum numsan

What Edmunds.com SaysHonda fiddles with a successful recipe, leaving out some of the parts people seem to like and adding spice for which nobody asked. The result, to a critic’s eye, is questionable, though it will certainly sell to the masses in the same quantities it does today.

Editors’ Rating

Consumer Rating


8.2

9.3




2. Incentives

Manufacturer to Customer IncentivesLorper inis adiam nosLoreet, sequam in hendio odo ex eugiate con vulput inciduisl in ut ver sendrer iusci bla feum numsan henim velisim num nit lutatue min vulput dolute consent ing euis esto ea faciniamet, con hent nonsenibh et lobor illum quam, vullum alis dolore vel ex ex enim essis.

Cash Rebates

$1000 Cash to CustomerStarts 8/1/2003, ends 9/2/2003

RestrictionsIncentives may vary and are subject to change at any time by the manufacturer; contact your local dealer for details.

Comments Customer cash may not be combined with special APR.

Financing

2.9% APRStarts 8/1/2003, ends 9/30/2003

Restrictions Incentives may vary; contact your local dealer for details.

Leasing

$239 Monthly Payment, 39 Month Term

$1750 Down Payment

N/A Security Deposit

12000 Annual Mileage

Restrictions On approved credit by Honda Financial Services through participating dealers. Honda Financial Services’ standard credit criteria apply. See your Honda automobile dealer for details. DEALER PARTICIPATION MAY AFFECT ACTUAL PAYMENT. Taxes, license, title, registration, documentation fees, options and insurance extra.

Comments $2,239.00 total due at lease signing (includes security deposit, excludes tax and license). SUBJECT TO LIMITED AVAILABILITY.

Manufacturer to Dealer IncentivesLorper inis adiam nosLoreet, sequam in hendio odo ex eugiate con vulput inciduisl in ut ver sendrer iusci bla feum numsan henim velisim num nit lutatue min vulput dolute consent ing euis esto ea faciniamet, con hent nonsenibh et lobor illum quam, vullum alis dolore vel ex ex enim essis.

Knowing what incentives are available for your vehicle can save you substantial amounts of money. Pay close attention to the Manufacturer to Dealer incentives, as these can mean hundreds of dollars in savings.




Marketing Support

$1000 Cash to DealerStarts 7/1/2003, ends 9/2/2003

RestrictionsIncentives may vary and are subject to change at any time by the manufacturer; contact your local dealer for details.

Comments None.

3. Features

About FeaturesLorper inis adiam nosLoreet, sequam in hendio odo ex eugiate con vulput inciduisl in ut ver sendrer iusci bla feum numsan henim velisim num nit lutatue min vulput dolute consent ing euis esto ea faciniamet, con hent nonsenibh et lobor illum quam, vullum alis dolore vel ex ex enim essis aut praes-sit iustio ero odolore con vel in ullaor si er sectem augue vullam iliquis augiamet, quismolore ero erat, corperit eugue et eraesenim.

Mechanical FeaturesEngine 3.0L displacement single overhead cam (SOHC) V6 cylinder configuration gas

engine, 24 valves, variable valve timing, 240 hp @ 6250 rpm 212 ft-lbs. torque @ 5000 rpm, regular unleaded fuel

Drivetrain Front wheel drive, 5-speed automatic transmission

Suspension Four-wheel independent suspension, front and rear stabilizer bar

Instrumentation Tachometer, clock, display external temperature, low fuel level warning

Exterior FeaturesTires and Rims 16 in. alloy rims, P205/60R16 tires, all season tires, spacesaver spare tire, steel

spare wheel

Roof and Glass Variable intermittent wipers, power glass sunroof, rear defogger

Safety FeaturesBraking ventilated front disc / solid rear disc brakes 4-wheel ABS 4-wheel ABS

Passenger Safety Front side-mounted airbags, front and rear head airbags, front seatbelt preten-sioners, rear door child safety locks, child seat anchors, emergency interior trunk release, rear center 3-point belt, 2 front headrests, 2 rear headrests

Anti-Theft Remote anti-theft alarm system, engine immobilizer




Comfort and Convenience FeaturesFront Seats 5 person total seating capacity, bucket front seats, leather upholstery, 8-way

power driver seat, driver seat with manual adjustable lumbar support, heated driver seat, 4-way power passenger seat, heated passenger seat

Rear Seats Bench rear seat, folding with pass-thru center armrest, rear heating ducts

Power Features Remote power door locks, power windows, one-touch power windows, power mirrors

Convenience Cruise control, speed-proportional power steering, tilt and telescopic steering wheel, audio and cruise controls on steering wheel, front and rear cupholders, remote trunk release, front and rear door pockets, front 12v power outlet(s), front console with storage, overhead console with storage, universal remote transmit-ter (for garage door, security system, etc.)

Comfort Dual zone climate controls - driver and passenger, interior air filtration, front and rear reading lights, dual illuminating vanity mirrors, leather-wrapped steering wheel, leather trim on doors, front and rear floor mats, trunk light

Entertainment and Telematics FeaturesIn-Car Entertainment

AM/FM in-dash 6 CD player stereo, 120 watts stereo output, 6 total speakers, ele-ment antenna

4. Options

No optional equipment is available from the manufacturer for this make, model and trim level.




5. Specifications

Exterior DimensionsLength: 189.5 in. Width: 71.5 in.

Height: 57.1 in. Wheel Base: 107.9 in.

Curb Weight: 3360 lbs. Gross Weight: 4300 lbs.

Interior DimensionsFront Head Room: 38.3 in. Front Hip Room: 54.6 in.

Front Shoulder Room: 56.9 in. Rear Head Room: 36.8 in.

Rear Shoulder Room: 56.1 in. Rear Hip Room: 53.5 in.

Front Leg Room: 42.6 in. Rear Leg Room: 36.8 in.

Luggage Capacity: 14 cu. ft. Maximum Seating: 5

Performance DataBase Number of Cylinders: 6 Base Engine Size: 3.0 liters

Base Engine Type: V6 Horsepower: 240 hp

Max Horsepower: 6250 rpm Torque: 212 ft-lbs.

Max Torque: 5000 rpm Drive Type: FWD

Turning Circle: 36.9 ft.

Fuel DataFuel Regular unleaded gasoling

Fuel Tank Capacity 17.1 gal.

EPA Mileage Estimates

21 mpg city / 30 mpg highway

Range Automatic Transmission: 359.1 mi. / 513 mi




6.Colors

About ColorsBecause of the limitations of printing inks and difficulties in controlling how color displays on computer screens and your printer, these colors may not match the actual colors available on your vehicle. Please use them as a guideline only. Your dealer will have actual paint sample swatches for you to view.

Exterior Colors

Desert Mist Metallic Eternal Blue Pearl

Graphite Pearl Nighthawk Black Pearl

Noble Green Pearl Redondo Red Pearl

Satin Silver Metallic Taffeta White

Interior Colors

Black Gray

Ivory




7. Safety

About SafetySafety ratings come from two different organizations: the NHTSA and IIHS. Lorper inis adiam nosLoreet, sequam in hendio odo ex eugiate con vulput inciduisl in ut ver sendrer iusci bla feum num-san henim velisim num nit lutatue min vulput dolute consent ing euis esto ea faciniamet, con hent nonsenibh et lobor illum quam, vullum alis dolore vel ex ex enim essis aut praessit iustio ero odolore con vel in ullaor si er sectem augue vullam iliquis augiamet, quismolore ero erat, corperit eugue et eraesenim euis nulputat. Dui eum in.

NHTSA Safety RatingsDui eum in vel iuscinc duisi blaor sum quat praesed eum vulla consent adiam, sustio commy nibh eril eugait ad ea aut laor ad eu feu faccum venit atue et wisit, commodiat. Ut nulputpat aut ulput alis nonullaore venis acinci blan ver sequat lor iriuscilissi tat, ver suscil dolore digna autat. Ut elit alis nos er at wisl ilit wisse facilit ipissis num in exercinci tisi.

NHTSA Safety RatingsPassenger Excellent

Driver Excellent

Side Impact Front Not Tested

Side Impact Rear Not Tested

Rollover Rating Good

IIHS RatingsDui eum in vel iuscinc duisi blaor sum quat praesed eum vulla consent adiam, sustio commy nibh eril eugait ad ea aut laor ad eu feu faccum venit atue et wisit, commodiat. Ut nulputpat aut ulput alis nonullaore venis acinci blan ver sequat lor iriuscilissi tat.

IIHS Safety RatingsCrash Offset Good

Bumper Bash Acceptable

IIHS Injury, Collision and Theft Loss RatingsInjuries Collisions Losses

All Midsize Four Door Cars 106 - Average 99 - Average 90 - Average

Honda Accord 100 - Average 95 - Average 79 - Average




8. Consumer Reviews & Ratings

About Consumer Reviews and RatingsLorper inis adiam nosLoreet, sequam in hendio odo ex eugiate con vulput inciduisl in ut ver sendrer iusci bla feum numsan henim velisim num nit lutatue min vulput dolute consent ing euis esto ea faciniamet, con hent nonsenibh et lobor illum quam, vullum alis dolore vel ex ex enim essis aut praes-sit iustio ero odolore con vel in ullaor si er sectem augue vullam iliquis augiamet, quismolore ero erat, corperit eugue et eraesenim euis nulputat.

“Wake Up!” —submitted by jaysDate Posted: 7/8/2003 Style: EX V-6 4dr Sedan (3.0L 6cyl 5A) Rating: 7.8

ReviewAwesome engine, but the responsive and sporty handling of 91 Accord is much better than 2003 ! This one is very ok. Shape is horrible, so is trunk space. Sound system seems 49 years old. New Maxima much better for the price.

Favorite Features: Engine.

Suggested Improvements: Better feel for V-6, Trunk Space, Stereo & Shape. Too much to handle? Mark the price down then!

“honda 2-dr 03” —submitted by djhimesDate Posted: 4/24/2003 Style: EX 2dr Coupe (2.4L 4cyl 5A) Rating: 9.6

ReviewTotally pleased and a big improvement over my previous 2002 model.

Favorite Features: Bigger engine w/ better fuel economy. really like the keyless entry built into key, and the ability to roll the windows down before you get to the car (with the remote).

Suggested Improvements: cup holders in console don’t like “Coke” shaped bottles (they tend to be diff. to get out).

“Awesome” —submitted by GoNewmanDate Posted: 5/1/2003 Style: EX 2dr Coupe (2.4L 4cyl 5A) Rating: 10.0

ReviewI am 21 and this is my 16th car. This is by far the best. It looks great, handles great, and the brakes are awesome. I couldn’t have asked for more for the price!

Favorite Features: Brakes, gauges, stereo, styling, 5speed auto, comfortable seats.

Suggested Improvements: Lighted steering wheel controls and a one touch sunroof. I hate having to hold the buttons down.




“5 speed fun but 6 may be better” —submitted by ManorDate Posted: 11/16/2002 Style: LX 2dr Coupe (2.4L 4cyl 5M) Rating: 1.0

ReviewI can’t afford the 6 speed v6. I love the CLK-look-alike look of the rear end. The front fascia of the coupe is weird. The headlights look like the ones on the Altima. Is Honda having trouble with design-ing on their own?

Favorite Features: 5 speed. I like to shift by myself.

Suggested Improvements: Factory body kits with warranty and 17 inch alloys.

9. J.D. Power Ratings

About JD Power RatingsLorper inis adiam nosLoreet, sequam in hendio odo ex eugiate con vulput inciduisl in ut ver sendrer iusci bla feum numsan henim velisim num nit lutatue min vulput dolute consent ing euis esto ea faciniamet, con hent nonsenibh et lobor illum quam, vullum alis dolore vel ex ex enim essis aut praes-sit iustio ero odolore con vel in ullaor si er sectem augue vullam iliquis augiamet, quismolore ero erat, corperit eugue et eraesenim euis nulputat.

J.D. Power Ratings for Honda Accord

2002 Initial Quality Ratings (0-90 days)Mechanical Quality 4 / 5

Body & Interior Quality 4 / 5

Feature and Accessory Quality 5 / 5

Performance 3 / 5

Creature Comforts 3 / 5

Style 2 / 5

2001 Initial Quality Ratings (0-90 days)

Mechanical Quality 4 / 5



Performance 3 / 5


Style 2 / 5

J.D. Power Ratings Legend

Among the best

Better than most

Does not really stand out

The rest




9. J.D. Power Ratings (continued)





Performance 3 / 5


Style 3 / 5





Performance 3 / 5


Style 3 / 5

1999 Midterm Reliability Ratings (1-3 years)

Mechanical Reliability 5 / 5

Body & Interior Reliability 5 / 5

Feature and Accessory Reliability 5 / 5





Performance 3 / 5


Style 3 / 5

1998 Midterm Reliability Ratings (1-3 years)

Mechanical Reliability 5 / 5

Body & Interior Reliability 4 / 5

Feature and Accessory Reliability 3 / 5

1998 Long-Term Dependability Ratings (4-5 years)Mechanical Dependability 5 / 5

Body & Interior Dependability 4 / 5

Feature and Accessory Dependability 4 / 5




9. J.D. Power Ratings (continued)

Initial Ratings (0-90 days)These six scores come from consumer ratings of their vehicles after the first few months of ownership.

Mechanical Quality: This score is based on problems reported with the engine, transmission, steer-ing, suspension, and braking systems.

Body & Interior Quality: This score is based on reported problems like exterior paint problems, wind noise, water leaks, poor interior fit/finish, and squeaks/rattles.

Feature and Accessory Quality: This score is based on reported problems with interior features like the seats, windshield wipers, and door locks. It also includes problems with features like the heater, air conditioner, stereo system, sunroof and trip computer.

Performance: This score is based on how consumers rated the performance of their vehicle’s pow-ertrain and suspension systems, including ratings on things like acceleration, handling stability, braking performance, and shift quality. For some vehicles, 4 wheel/all-wheel drive performance is also included.

Creature Comforts: This score is based on how consumers rate a wide range of features like the stereo system, the seats, interior storage bins, gauges/instruments, and heater/air conditioner. It also includes ratings on the quality of interior materials, seat comfort, and the cupholders.

Style: This score is based on how consumers rated the interior and exterior styling of their vehicle. The styling score also includes ratings on things like uniqueness of styling, exterior and interior color choices and convenience of trunk access.

Midterm Ratings (1-2 years)These scores come from owners of cars from one-to-three years old who have been asked about expe-riences with their vehicle.

Mechanical Reliability: This score is based on problems reported with the engine, transmission, steering, suspension and braking systems on a vehicle when it is one to three years old.

Body & Interior Reliability: This score is based on the frequency of problems with things like exte-rior paint, wind noise, water leaks, poor interior fit/finish, and squeaks/rattles on a vehicle when it is one to three years old.

Feature and Accessory Reliability: This score is based on score is based on reported problems with interior features like the seats, windshield wipers, and door locks on a vehicle when it is one to three years old. It also includes problems with features like the heater, air conditioner, stereo system, sunroof and trip computer.

Long Term Ratings (4-5 years)These scores come from owners who have rated their vehicle on dependability after four-to-five years of ownership.

Mechanical Dependability: This score is based on problems reported with the engine, transmission, steering, suspension, and braking systems.




Body & Interior Dependability: This score is based on the number of problems reported in areas like exterior paint problems, wind noise, water leaks, poor interior fit/finish, and squeaks/rattles on a vehicle when it is four to five years old.

Feature and Accessory Dependability: This score is based on reported problems with the seats, windshield wipers, and door locks on a vehicle when it is four to five years old. It also includes prob-lems with features like the heater, air conditioner, stereo system, sunroof and trip computer.

10. True Cost to Own®

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True Cost to Own - Summary

$34,464 5-year estimate, based on 15,000 miles per year in zip code 90404

Purchase Price Total $26,322 (see detail chart below)

Cost Per Mile $0.46

True Cost to Own - Ratings

Ratings determined for the specific vehicle category Sedans under $45,000

Operating Cost Ratinglow

$high$$$

Depreciation Cost Ratinglow

$high$$$

Manufacturers periodically offer cash rebates/incentives which may result in a net overall reduction in your actual costs to own.




10. True Cost to Own (continued)

True Cost to Own - BreakdownYear 1 Year 2 Year 3 Year 4 Year 5 5-yr Total

Depreciation $4,790 $2,052 $1,804 $1.599 $1,436 $11,681

Financing 1,607 1,300 968 609 222 4,706

Insurance 887 900 914 928 942 4,571

Taxes & Fees 2,286 286 260 236 215 3,283

Fuel 1,051 1,083 1,115 1,148 1,182 5,579

Maintenance 289 563 412 940 1,774 3,978

Repairs 0 0 40 249 377 666

Yearly Totals $10,910 $6,184 $5,513 $5,709 $6,148 $34,464

Purchase Price DetailTrue Market Value® Pricing $23,576Typical Options Price 0

Destination Charge 460

Sales Tax and Fees for your state 2,286

Gas Guzzler Tax 0

Total Purchase Price $26,322




11. Compare Similar Vehicles

True Cost to Own - Comparison

2003 Honda Accord EX V-6 4dr Sedan

(3.0L 6cyl 5A)

2003 Ford TaurusSEL Premium 4dr

Sedan (3.0L 6cyl 4A)

2003 Toyota Camry XLE V6 4dr Sedan

(3.0L 6cyl 4A)

2003 Nissan Altima3.5 SE 4dr Sedan

(3.5L 6cyl 4A)

2003 Chrysler SebringLXi 4dr Sedan (2.7L 6cyl 4A)

True Cost to Own

$34,464 $43,579 $35,633 $38,491 $38,071Purchase Price

$26,322 $27,652 $25,970 $28,217 $24,916

Average Cost per Mile

$0.46 $0.58 $0.48 $0.51 $0.51

Operating Cost

Depreciation Cost

Expected Resale ValueYear 1:

$19,246Year 1:

$15,575Year 1:

$19,207Year 1:

$19,404Year 1:

$14,942

Year 2:$17,194

Year 2:$13,086

Year 2:$16,931

Year 2:$17,126

Year 2:$12,805

Year 3:$15,390

Year 3:$10,897

Year 3:$14,930

Year 3:$15,122

Year 3:$10,925

Year 4:$13,791

Year 4:$8,956

Year 4:$13,155

Year 4:$13,345

Year 4:$9,259

Year 5:$12,355

Year 5:$7,214

Year 5:$11,562

Year 5:$11,752

Year 5:$7,764

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12. Resale Values

Resale ValuesYear Trade-In Private Party Dealer Retail

2002 $11,005 - $16,313 $11,850 - $17,566 $13,259 - $19,654

2001 $9,405 - $14,369 $10,515 - $16,065 $11,540 - $17,631

2000 $8,256 - $12,672 $9,298 - $14,272 $10,320 - $15,840

1999 $7,025 - $11,098 $7,968 - $12,587 $8,949 - $14,137

1998 $5,811 - $9,764 $6,673 - $11,213 $7,646 - $12,847

1997 $4,512 - $8,372 $5,263 - $9,765 $6,181 - $11,468

1996 $4,063 - $7,613 $4,760 - $8,919 $5,723 - $10,723

1995 $3,559 - $6,631 $4,187 - $7,802 $5,234 - $9,752

The resale values listedabove reflect Edmunds.com True Market Value® Pricing for this model. These price ranges are the averages for all styles for this model (without optional equipment). The price for a particular style will fall within the ranges indicated.

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14. Glossary

Price with Options Glossary

InvoiceThe base invoice price that a manufacturer charges a franchised dealer.

MSRPManufacturer’s Suggested Retail Price. This is a recommended retail price as suggested by the

manufacturer and posted on the vehicle. The retailing dealer is free to sell the vehicle for any price they choose.

National Base PriceThe national market price for the base configuration of this vehicle. This figure does not include

optional equipment and destination charges.

Regional Base PriceMarket price for the base configuration of this vehicle, regionally adjusted using the zip code

entered. This figure does not include optional equipment and destination charges.

Standard EquipmentThe standard equipment or accessories included on a specific vehicle model.

Optional EquipmentOptional equipment or accessories available for inclusion on a specific vehicle model.

Destination ChargeA flat fee that the manufacturer charges to deliver a vehicle from the factory to the dealership. The

fee is not negotiable and is generally the same amount no matter how far or near you live from the factory.

Customer RebatesThese are different from manufacturer-to-dealer incentives and don’t impact the actual transac-

tion price; the consumer generally has the choice to apply these funds against the sales price as a down payment or to accept a check for the amount of the rebate or incentive.

Dealer IncentivesManufacturer to dealer incentives and rebates are programs offered by the manufacturers to

increase sales of slow-selling models, or to reduce inventory levels. Incentives can take the form o f either direct cash back or low-rate financing offers. If both financing and cash are offered for the same model, the buyer must choose which he or she would prefer.

TMV®True Market Value prices are statistically modeled estimates of actual market transaction prices.

They are based on actual transaction prices that are used as inputs into Edmunds.com’s proprietary statistical model.

Color AdjustmentThe price of a new vehicle may differ based on your choice of color and the area in which you are

looking for this color. TMV® uses actual transaction data to calculate this adjustment.




Regional AdjustmentMarket price for the base configuration of this vehicle, regionally adjusted using the zip code

entered. This figure does not include optional equipment and destination charges.

About True Cost to OwnSM (TCO)Edmunds.com’s True Cost to OwnSM is a proprietary tool that helps you estimate the total five-year cost of buying and owning a vehicle - including some items you may not have taken into consid-eration. A benefit of using this tool is that you can easily compare the five-year totals for different vehicles and make a more informed choice.

The costs that we estimate include depreciation, interest on financing, taxes and fees, insurance premiums, fuel, maintenance and repairs. In order to estimate certain mileage-dependent costs, we assume that vehicles have been driven an average of 15,000 miles per year. For used vehicles, we cal-culate mileage using the nominal difference between the current calendar year and the vehicle’s model year.

Note that TCO is a comparative tool, not a predictive tool - your actual five-year cost of owning a particular vehicle will vary depending on your personal circumstances, such as your driving history and the number of miles you drive.

How We Calculate True Cost to OwnThe True Cost to OwnSM calculations use the following set of assumptions:

· Ownership expenses are considered over a five-year time span

· You will drive an average of 15,000 miles per year

· You are financing the vehicle using traditional financing, not lease financing

· You are in the Silver credit tier for the purpose of determining your finance rate

· You are putting a 15% down payment on the vehicle at purchase

· Your retail contract term is 60 months

· You represent the average demographic for insurance rate consideration

Using proprietary formulas, we calculate the five-year costs for the seven cost categories that make up the TCO (depreciation, insurance, financing, taxes & fees, fuel, maintenance and repairs). We do not account for special offers from the manufacturers (i.e. cash rebates or subsidized APR), which may result in a lower net cost of ownership. This is due to the variability in the offers as well as the eligibil-ity rules for such offers.

Explanation of True Cost to OwnSM Terms

DepreciationThis is the amount by which the value of a vehicle declines from its purchase price. The purchase

price employed is the vehicle’s True Market Value® price in your state (including typical equipment and destination charge). The resale value assumes the vehicle will be in “clean” condition, will be driven an average of 15,000 miles per year, and will be sold to a private party.




InsuranceThis is the estimated average annual insurance premium being charged by insurers in your state.

The premium has been determined based on industry-wide, state-by-state data from the National Association of Insurance Commissioners (NAIC)* for all makes, models, drivers, usage/mileage, etc. for the major coverages (liability, comprehensive and collision), and vehicle-specific rating data from three of the country’s largest insurance companies.

While this information is specific to vehicle make, model, model year and body type, your per-sonal information is not taken into consideration and could greatly alter the actual premium quoted by an insurer. Factors that will affect your rate include your age, marital status, credit history, driving record, and the garaging address of your vehicle.

* Data from the NAIC’s most recently available Average Auto Expenditure and Premium report has been used in this calculation. The NAIC does not endorse or support any analysis or conclusions based upon the use of this data.

FinancingThis is the interest expense on a loan in the amount of the True Market Value® purchase price

(including typical equipment) plus the destination charge and the base sales tax and initial fees for your state, assuming a 15% down payment and a loan term of 60 months. The interest rate used is the prevailing rate that banks and other direct automotive lenders are charging consumers in your geographic region who are in the Silver credit tier (which encompasses the majority of the car-buying population) of the Edmunds.com Finance Rate Estimator.

Note: Even if you do not finance your vehicle, the inclusion of financing cost in determining True Cost to OwnSM is still appropriate because it reflects the “opportunity cost” of the return you could have made if you had invested the Purchase Price elsewhere.

Taxes & FeesSometimes referred to as DMV fees, this consists of the base sales taxes, license and registration

fees in your state, and gas guzzler tax if applicable. These taxes and fees are frequently based on a per-centage of the purchase price, and generally decrease as the vehicle ages and loses its value. Note that the state sales tax that we use does not include any adjustments for local or county taxes.

FuelThis expense is based on EPA mileage figures, assuming consumption consists of two-thirds high-

way and one-third city driving, and that the vehicle has an automatic transmission unless automatic is not available. Cost estimates are based on self-service prices, using an average mix of two-thirds regular grade and one-third mid-grade gasoline; premium gasoline for vehicles whose manufacturers recommend premium grade; or diesel fuel for diesel models.

MaintenanceThis is the estimated expense of two types of maintenance: scheduled and unscheduled. Sched-

uled maintenance is the performance of factory-recommended items at periodic mileage and/or calendar intervals. Unscheduled maintenance includes wheel alignment and the replacement of items such as the battery, brakes, headlamps, hoses, exhaust system parts, taillight/turn signal bulbs, tires and wiper blades/inserts. Estimated tire replacement costs are supplied to Edmunds.com by The Tire Rack, Inc.




RepairsThis is the estimated expense for repairs not covered by the vehicle manufacturer’s warranties

over the five years from the date of purchase, assuming an average of 15,000 miles are driven annu-ally. This expense is based on the cost of a typical “zero deductible” extended warranty for the vehicle, minus the estimated amount of that cost that consists of the warranty provider’s overhead and profit.

Purchase PriceFor new vehicles, the Purchase Price Total shown is the sum of the vehicle’s True Market Value®

(TMV) price, typically equipped options, destination charge, base tax and fees for the state, and, if applicable, guzzler tax. For used vehicles, the Purchase Price Total shown is the sum of the vehicle’s Private Party TMV® price in “clean” condition, typically equipped options, and base tax and fees for the state.

Explanation of the True Cost to Own Ratings

Operating costThese are the ongoing “out of pocket” costs associated with owning and operating a new vehicle:

Financing, Insurance, Taxes & Fees, Fuel, Maintenance, and Repairs. This rating displays the vehicle’s relative ranking in terms of operating costs when compared to the other vehicles in its category.

Depreciation costThis is the amount by which the value of a new vehicle declines from its purchase price as defined

by its Edmunds.com True Market Valuereg; price. This rating displays the vehicle’s relative ranking in terms of depreciation percentage when compared to the other vehicles in its category.

CategoryEdmunds.com uses 24 vehicle categories.

Sedan under $15K

Sedan under $25K

Sedan under $35K

Sedan under $45K

Sedan over $45K

Convertible under $25K



Convertible over $45K

Compact SUV

Midsize SUV

Large SUV

Compact Truck

Large Truck

Minivan

Van

Coupe under $15K

Coupe under $25K

Coupe under $35K

Coupe under $45K

Coupe over $45K

Wagon under $25K

Wagon under $35K

Wagon over $35K

Explanation of Financial Calculators’ Terms

Vehicle Sales Price (Before Customer Cash Incentives)The price you pay for the vehicle. When you select a specific vehicle, Edmundspre-populates this

field with the sum of the Edmunds.com True Market Value® price for your state and the applicable destination charges.




State Sales Tax PercentageThe state and local sales taxes levied on the Vehicle Sales Price. Edmunds pre-populates this field

based on your state, if you have entered a ZIP code. State sales tax often includes a supplement levied by individual cities or counties, so you should adjust this amount accordingly. Note that the sales tax levied on your vehicle will be based on the state and locality in which the vehicle is registered.

Title, Registration & Other CostsFees and charges customarily charged, including vehicle title, state registration, dealer documen-

tation, government fees, service contracts and any additional equipment not included in the Vehicle Sales Price. Additional equipment may include “aftermarket” equipment that is installed by the dealer before delivery.

Customer Cash IncentivesThe amount offered by the manufacturer to encourage the lease/sale of selected vehicles. This is

normally credited as a down payment against the Vehicle Sales Price.

Cash Down PaymentFor a vehicle purchase, the amount of your down payment. For a vehicle lease, an initial payment

that reduces the capitalized cost (i.e., the amount you finance) or that is applied to other amounts pay-able at lease signing.

My Trade-In ValueThe value of your old vehicle credited towards the purchase or lease of the vehicle you are acquir-

ing. You can find the value of your current used vehicle by using the Used Vehicle Appraiser.

Finance Rate (APR)For a vehicle purchase, the annualized cost of credit, expressed as a percentage. Edmunds pre-

populates this field with the Silver-tier finance rate value from the Edmunds.com Finance Rate Estimator for your geographic region and for the loan term you select. This interest rate is the prevail-ing rate being charged by banks and other direct automotive lenders to consumers who fall into the third-highest credit tier (which encompasses the majority of the car-buying population).

Finance Term (months)For a vehicle purchase, the number of months of the term of your loan. Edmunds uses a default

finance term of 48 months.

Miles Driven/YearThe average number of miles you expect to drive each year during the finance or lease term. Ed-

munds uses a default of 15,000 miles/year.

Lease Term (months)For a vehicle lease, the number of months of the term of your lease. Edmunds uses a default lease

term of 36 months.

Lease Residual ValueThe leasing company’s assumption of what the vehicle will be worth at the end of the lease term.

The higher the residual that is used, the lower your monthly payments will be.

Money FactorAlso called the “lease factor,” this is the implicit interest rate you are charged in a vehicle lease.

Money factor is a method of expressing an interest rate that is more suited to computing your monthly




payments. It is calculated by dividing the percentage interest rate by 2400 (regardless of the length of the loan). For example, 7.2% interest expressed as a money factor is 0.003. Edmunds pre-populates this field with the Silver-tier finance rate values from the Edmunds.com Finance Rate Estimator for your geographic region and for the financing term you select. See Finance Rate (APR) above.

Acquisition FeeFor a vehicle lease, a fee charged by the leasing company that covers a variety of administrative

costs, such as the costs of obtaining a credit report, verifying insurance coverage, checking the ac-curacy and completeness of the lease documentation, and entering the lease in data processing and accounting systems. This charge may also be called a bank fee, an administrative fee or an assignment fee.

Disposal/Purchase FeeFor a vehicle lease, the fee charged by the leasing company to defray the cost of preparing and

selling the vehicle at the end of the lease, if you decide not to purchase the vehicle. If you do elect to purchase the vehicle, the fee may be imposed by the leasing company to defray the costs of transfer-ring title to the vehicle.

Security DepositFor a vehicle lease, the amount you may be required to pay, usually at the commencement of the

lease, that may be used by the leasing company in the event of a default. Any unused amount will be refunded to you at the end of the lease term.

Estimated Payoff on TradeThe amount still owed on the current financing, if any, on your trade-in. When you trade your

vehicle into a dealer, the dealer will normally pay off the loan balance to secure clear title. The differ-ence between the trade-in value and the actual payoff on the trade is treated as a credit/debit against the Vehicle Sale Price.

Special Finance Rate (Low APR)For a vehicle purchase, a lower subsidized finance rate offered by the manufacturer or dealer to

encourage the sale of selected vehicles.

MSRPManufacturer’s Suggested Retail Price, sometimes called the “sticker price.” The amount that the

vehicle manufacturer recommends that dealers charge for the vehicle.

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