Chevrolet Malibu Limited Chevrolet Malibu Limited 2016 Chevrolet Cruze Chevrolet Cruze 2016
MENU
1 0 3 4 3 4

We are 103,000+ car owners sharing real-world car information.

Join Us

Chevrolet Malibu Limited vs. Chevrolet Cruze Price Comparison (MSRP)

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.

Chevrolet Malibu Limited vs. Chevrolet Cruze Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $28,640

Chevrolet Cruze Premier   
Difference: $3,995

Lowest Total Invoice: $27,181

Chevrolet Cruze Premier   
Difference: $3,590

Calculate Payments

  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20162016
ModelMalibu LimitedCruze
TrimLTZPremier
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $28,420 $23,120
Base Invoice $26,857 $22,080
Electronics and Entertainment Package 1,850  
Advanced Safety Package 595  
Navigation system 495  
Rear spoiler 400  
Driver Confidence II Package   790
Enhanced Convenience Package   865
Sun and Sound with Navigation Package   1,995
RS Package   995
Electronics and Entertainment Package 1,684  
Advanced Safety Package 541  
Navigation system 450  
Rear spoiler 364  
Driver Confidence II Package   719
Enhanced Convenience Package   787
Sun and Sound with Navigation Package   1,815
RS Package   905
Options (change) 3,340 4,645
Options (change) 3,039 4,226
Destination 875 875
Total Price $32,635 $28,640
Total Invoice $30,771 $27,181

Return to top

While we strive for accuracy, the site is not error-free, and prices can change at any time.

Dealer Price Quotes

Want to find out how much dealers are willing to discount these cars?

Request free, no-obligation Chevrolet Malibu Limited dealer quotes or Chevrolet Cruze dealer quotes from dealers using our car quote form.

The process is easy and takes just a minute or two. You'll receive price quotes from local approved dealers within 48 hours.

TrueDelta Value Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu Limited vs. Chevrolet Cruze

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Chevrolet Cruze Premier
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $4,030
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $3,623
Model Year20162016
ModelMalibu LimitedCruze
TrimLTZPremier
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine202hp I4153hp I4
TransmissionT6T6
DrivetrainFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)24/34 MPG30/42 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 9?, 9
Tire (rear if not all the same)215/60-16225/40-18
Total Price$32,635$28,640
Adjustments for Features0-35
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$32,635$28,605
Total Invoice$30,771$27,181
Adjustments for Features0-33
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$30,771$27,148

Return to top

Features Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu Limited vs. Chevrolet Cruze

Model Year20162016
ModelMalibu LimitedCruze
TrimLTZPremier
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1100$1100
FWD$0$0
Accessories 
Heated steering wheel $100
Proximity key $250
Universal garage door opener$100 
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Following distance indicator $25
Lane departure prevention, steering-based $200
Obstacle detection, rear $250
Cargo Management 
Cargo net$40 
Overhead sunglass holder$25 
Climate Control 
Dual-zone climate control$125 
Exterior 
Body kit $0
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)$25 
Laminated front side windows$200 
Infotainment 
Android Auto support $100
Apple CarPlay support $100
CD player$125 
MP3-compatible player$50 
Siri Eyes Free support$0 
Wireless charging station $75
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Auto-dimming headlights $200
Mirror tilt-down in reverse$25 
Seats and Interior Trim 
Door sill trim plates$100 
Heated second row seats $200
Manual height adjuster, passenger seat $50
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat$150 
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat$150 
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat$100 
Power height adjuster, passenger seat$100 
Power recliner, passenger seat$100 
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat$100 
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Alloy wheels$350 
Machined alloy wheels $350
Touring suspension (upgrade) $0
Total Value of Features$2,965$3,000
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$35
Value of Feature Adjustments0-33

Return to top

See a complete comparison of Chevrolet Malibu Limited vs. Chevrolet Cruze features.

Specifications Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu Limited vs. Chevrolet Cruze

Model Year20162016
ModelMalibu LimitedCruze
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase107.8 in106.3 in
Length191.5 in183.7 in
Width73.0 in70.5 in
Height57.6 in57.4 in
Curb Weight3,393 lb.2,870 lb.
Fuel Capacity18.5 gal.13.7 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.0 in38.9 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room57.5 in54.9 in
Row 1 Hip Room55.0 in53.2 in
Row 1 Legroom42.1 in42.0 in
Row 2 Headroom37.5 in37.3 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room57.1 in53.2 in
Row 2 Hip Room54.3 in51.9 in
Row 2 Legroom36.8 in36.1 in
Cargo Volume16.3 ft314.8 ft3

Return to top

See a complete comparison of Chevrolet Malibu Limited vs. Chevrolet Cruze specs.

Option Package Details
Chevrolet Malibu Limited LTZ

Electronics and Entertainment Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Sunroof900Yes
Mirror tilt-down in reverse25No
Universal garage door opener100No
Rearview camera200Yes
AC power outlet100Yes
Pioneer, 9 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Total Requested120072%
Total Not Requested47528%
Advanced Safety Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Lane departure warning system200Yes
Blind spot warning system200Yes
Rear cross-traffic detection100Yes
Forward collision warning200Yes
Total Requested700100%
Total Not Requested00%

Option Package Details
Chevrolet Cruze Premier

Driver Confidence II Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Lane departure prevention system, steering-based200No
Following distance indicator25No
Auto-dimming headlights200No
Lane departure warning system200Yes
Forward collision warning200Yes
Obstacle detection, rear250No
Blind spot warning system200Yes
Rear cross-traffic detection100Yes
Total Requested70051%
Total Not Requested67549%
Enhanced Convenience Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Automatic climate control, front200Yes
Heated second row seats200No
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
AC power outlet100Yes
Wireless charging station75No
Total Requested45062%
Total Not Requested27538%
Sun and Sound with Navigation Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
Sunroof900Yes
Compass0Yes
Bose, 9 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Voice control for nav and audio75Yes
Total Requested157582%
Total Not Requested35018%
RS Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Machined alloy wheels0No
225/40VR18 tires400No
Fog lights125Yes
Body kit0No
Rear spoiler200Yes
Total Requested32545%
Total Not Requested40055%

Was this information useful?

We're glad we could help! Share this page:

We're so sorry! Tell us how we can improve it.
See TrueDelta's information for all Sedans
See TrueDelta's information for all Chevrolet models.