Comparison Tools
Help customers choose - with clear, side-by-side comparisons
Vehicle comparison is one of the most powerful decision-making tools in automotive retail. JATO powers this by enabling structured, specification-level comparison across trims, competitors, and similarly equipped alternatives, whether for new or used vehicles.
From marketplaces and dealer websites to OEM configurators, JATO comparison flows help users understand the value, differences, and trade-offs across models at a glance.
Scenario
Problem
Sophie leads product at a fast-growing automotive marketplace. Increasing numbers of users are visiting the website but bounce quickly after searching. The current website doesn’t allow users to compare vehicles they’re interested in and understand which vehicle suits their needs and preferences.
Solution
Her team adds a JATO-powered comparison tool. When a user lands on a vehicle detail page, depending on how the comparison tool is integrated, users can either select up to five vehicles to compare or they’re offered a comparison of the current vehicle with preselected competitors using JATO’s Basket Manager. A “Compare” tab loads the cars side-by-side with:
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- Dimensions, power, and drivetrain
- Infotainment, safety tech, and comfort
- Options fitted (for used) and pricing logic
Outcome
The user journey is improved meaning prospective buyers stay on the pages longer, and engage more deeply with the marketplace. Resulting in a higher likelihood for a buyer to convert.
Key benefits
Clear, structured side-by-side views
Compare up to 5 vehicles across over 1000 datapoints
Preloaded or user-selected comparisons
Let buyers pick vehicles or show preset competitors via Basket Manager
Works for new and used vehicles
Match trims or configurations based on specifications, - not just model name
Drives engagement and dwell time
Buyers engage more stay longer when they can clearly see what makes each vehicle unique
Improves decision confidence
Helps users convert by validating their choice through transparent comparison
APIs and Products Used
JATO Compare API
Query and return structured specification data for multiple UIDs - ready for visual comparison
Basket Manager
Auto-populate competitor sets based on market logic (e.g. same segment or price band)
VINView / JATO Index
Provide entry points to comparison via vehicle detail pagesVDPs, VINs, or search-based vehicle selection
Specs API
Deliver consistent datapoints - from drivetrain and dimensions to safety and infotainment - for accurate side-by-side display