Thursday, December 17, 2009

Last Month's Hottest Selling Rides: What You Should Expect to Pay

2010 Chevy Equinox
Average Transaction Price: $25,357
Average 60-Month Payment: $500.31*
Base MSRP: $22,440-$29,795**
JeffCars.com's analysis: Since being restyled, this is the first time Chevy's new upscale crossover has made our list. In fact, this was the hottest-selling vehicle in November, displacing the popular Toyota Prius from its throne. Don't expect huge discounts on this vehicle.

2010 Toyota FJ Cruiser:
Average Transaction Price: $31,044
Average 60-Month Payment: $612.51*
Base MSRP: $23,680-$25,270**
JeffCars.com's analysis: Toyota plans on killing off the FJ Cruiser in the near future. You better snap up one now, since they won't be around for long.

2010 Audi Q5
Average Transaction Price: $44,626
Average 60-Month Payment: $880.49*
Base MSRP: $37,350**
JeffCars.com's analysis: The Q5 returns to the list again. It's obvious that most consumers are loading up their Q5 with options, thus, driving up the average transaction price. A hybrid is expected in the near future. If you can find a 2009 Q5, Audi is offering an additional dealer incentive.

2010 Toyota Prius
Average Transaction Price: $26,201
Average 60-Month Payment: $516.96*
Base MSRP: $21,000-$27,670**
JeffCars.com's analysis: The Prius continues to top our list, selling without any incentives. The average transaction price of this hybrid was $26,600 in October. Toyota plans on building a plug-in hybrid in 2011.

2010 Toyota RAV4
Average Transaction Price: $25,009
Average 60-Month Payment: $493.44*
Base MSRP: $21,500-$27,810**
JeffCars.com's analysis: The RAV4 continues to be one of Toyota's most popular crossovers. In October, the average transaction price was $25, 133. This month Toyota is offering low-interest rates and a rebate.

Average Transaction Price is based off what consumers paid in October.

*The 60-month payment is based on the average selling price,using a new-vehicle interest rate provided by Bankrate.com of 6.85%. Last month the 60-month rate was 6.83%. Payments will vary based on interest rates, price, down-payment and the length of the loan.

**MSRP is the price automakers suggest consumers pay, before negotiation occurs. This price doesn't not include options or the destination fee.

To calculate the payment and interest rate for the aforementioned rides, visit the right side of this website. Visit our New-Vehicle Pricing guide to configure a new-vehicle.

Sources: PIN, Bankrate.com and JeffCars.com

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