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Chevrolet Malibu vs. Chevrolet Cruze Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Chevrolet Malibu vs. Chevrolet Cruze Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $27,710

Chevrolet Cruze 2LT   
Difference: $2,850

Lowest Total Invoice: $26,345

Chevrolet Cruze 2LT   
Difference: $2,792

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20162016201620152015
ModelMalibuMalibuMalibuCruzeCruze
TrimLTPremierHybrid2LTLTZ
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $25,020 $30,920 $27,770 $23,270 $24,270
Base Invoice $24,019 $29,683 $26,659 $22,339 $23,178
Convenience and Technology Package 895   895    
Navigation system 495   495 495 495
Leather Package 1,395   1,395    
Engine-block heater 75 75 75 100 100
Cargo net 60 60 60 60 60
Cargo mat 60   60 80 80
All-weather floor mats 140 140 140 110 110
Illuminated door sill trim plates 395 395 395 505 505
Panoramic sunroof 1,150 1,270 1,150    
Driver Confidence Package     1,195    
Driver Convenience Package       340  
Enhanced Safety Package       790 790
Sun, Sound, & Sport Package       995 995
Upgraded floor mats       140 140
Convenience and Technology Package 814   814    
Navigation system 450   450 436 436
Leather Package 1,269   1,269    
Engine-block heater 68 68 68 88 88
Cargo net 55 55 55 53 53
Cargo mat 55   55 70 70
All-weather floor mats 127 127 127 97 97
Illuminated door sill trim plates 359 359 359 444 444
Panoramic sunroof 1,046 1,156 1,046    
Driver Confidence Package     1,087    
Driver Convenience Package       299  
Enhanced Safety Package       695 695
Sun, Sound, & Sport Package       876 876
Upgraded floor mats       123 123
Options (change) 4,665 1,940 5,860 3,615 3,275
Options (change) 4,243 1,765 5,330 3,181 2,882
Destination 875 875 875 825 825
Total Price $30,560 $33,735 $34,505 $27,710 $28,370
Total Invoice $29,137 $32,323 $32,864 $26,345 $26,885

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Chevrolet Cruze

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Chevrolet Cruze 2LT
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $1,845
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $1,834
Model Year20162016201620152015
ModelMalibuMalibuMalibuCruzeCruze
TrimLTPremierHybrid2LTLTZ
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine163hp I4250hp I4122hp I4 H138hp I4138hp I4
TransmissionT6T8CVTT6T6
DrivetrainFWDFWDFWDFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 9?, 9?, 9250, 9250, 9
Tire (rear if not all the same)225/55-17245/40-19225/55-17225/50-17225/45-18
Total Price$30,560$33,735$34,505$27,710$28,370
Adjustments for Features-1,005-1,855-2,9050-450
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$29,555$31,880$31,600$27,710$27,920
Cost Above Minimum$0$2,325$2,045$0$210
Total Invoice$29,137$32,323$32,864$26,345$26,885
Adjustments for Features-958-1,777-2,7670-426
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$28,179$30,546$30,097$26,345$26,459
Cost Above Minimum$0$2,367$1,918$0$114

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Features Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Chevrolet Cruze

Model Year20162016201620152015
ModelMalibuMalibuMalibuCruzeCruze
TrimLTPremierHybrid2LTLTZ
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1100  $1100$1100
8-speed manually-shiftable automatic $1300   
CVT  $1000  
FWD$0$0$0$0$0
Accessories 
AC power outlet$100$100$100  
Heated steering wheel $100   
Proximity key$250$250$250 $250
Universal garage door opener$100$100$100  
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Automatic braking, low-speed  $200  
Blind spot warning system  $200$200$200
Cross-traffic warning, rear  $100$100$100
Following distance indicator  $25  
Forward collision warning  $200  
Lane departure prevention, steering-based  $200  
Lane departure warning  $200  
Obstacle detection, front  $150  
Obstacle detection, rear  $250$250$250
Pedestrian detection  $50  
Safety key$5$5$5  
Temporary spare tire$150  $150$150
Climate Control 
Automatic climate control, front $200$200 $200
Dual-zone climate control $125$125  
Rear air vents$100$100$100  
Engine / Motor 
Automatic start / stop$150 $150  
Exterior 
Active grille shutters$0 $0  
Body kit   $0$0
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) $25   
Laminated front side windows$200$200$200  
Panoramic sunroof$1200$1200$1200  
Rear spoiler   $200$200
Sunroof   $900$900
Infotainment 
Android Auto support$100$100$100  
Apple CarPlay support$100$100$100  
CD player   $125$125
MP3-compatible player   $50$50
Siri Eyes Free support   $0$0
Wireless charging station$75$75$75  
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Auto-dimming headlights  $200  
Detailed driving style feedback  $100  
Fog lights   $125$125
Large energy flow and fuel economy display  $25  
Tachometer$75$75 $75$75
Turn signals on or near mirrors$25$25$25  
Seats and Interior Trim 
Cooled or ventilated front seats $300   
Manual height adjuster, passenger seat   $50$50
Memory system, driver seat $200   
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat$100$100$100  
Power height adjuster, passenger seat$100$100$100  
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat$100$100$100  
Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat$100$100$100  
Power recliner, driver seat$100$100$100  
Power recliner, passenger seat$100$100$100  
Upgraded floor mats $0 $0$0
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Sport suspension (upgrade)   $0$0
Total Value of Features$4,330$5,180$6,230$3,325$3,775
Value of Feature Adjustments$1,005$1,855$2,905$0$450
Value of Feature Adjustments-958-1,777-2,7670-426

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Specifications Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Chevrolet Cruze

Model Year20162015
ModelMalibuCruze
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase111.4 in105.7 in
Length193.8 in181.0 in
Width73.0 in70.7 in
Height57.7 in58.1 in
Curb Weight3,087 lb.3,085 lb.
Fuel Capacity13.0 gal.15.6 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.1 in39.3 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room58.5 in54.8 in
Row 1 Hip Room54.1 in53.0 in
Row 1 Legroom42.0 in42.3 in
Row 2 Headroom37.5 in37.9 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room57.1 in53.9 in
Row 2 Hip Room53.4 in52.4 in
Row 2 Legroom38.1 in35.4 in
Cargo Volume15.8 ft315.0 ft3

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Option Package Details
Chevrolet Malibu LT

Convenience and Technology Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Leather-wrapped steering wheel150Yes
AC power outlet100No
Remote start150Yes
Safety key5No
Wireless charging station75No
Total Requested45071%
Total Not Requested18029%
Leather Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Heated front seats200Yes
Power recliner, passenger seat100No
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat100No
Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat100No
Power height adjuster, passenger seat50No
Bose, 9 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Total Requested110061%
Total Not Requested70039%

Option Package Details
Chevrolet Malibu Hybrid

Convenience and Technology Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Leather-wrapped steering wheel150Yes
AC power outlet100No
Remote start150Yes
Safety key5No
Wireless charging station75No
Total Requested45071%
Total Not Requested18029%
Driver Confidence Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Obstacle detection, front150No
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Auto-dimming headlights200No
Lane departure warning system200No
Blind spot warning system200Yes
Rear cross-traffic detection100Yes
Automatic braking, low-speed200No
Forward collision warning200No
Lane departure prevention system, steering-based200No
Pedestrian detection50No
Following distance indicator25No
Total Requested55031%
Total Not Requested122569%
Leather Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Heated front seats200Yes
Power recliner, passenger seat100No
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat100No
Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat100No
Power height adjuster, passenger seat50No
Bose, 9 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Total Requested110061%
Total Not Requested70039%

Option Package Details
Chevrolet Cruze 2LT

Navigation system
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
Voice control for nav and audio75Yes
Speed limit information0No
Total Requested675100%
Total Not Requested00%
Driver Convenience Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Rearview camera200Yes
Heated mirrors25Yes
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Total Requested375100%
Total Not Requested00%
Enhanced Safety Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Blind spot warning system200Yes
Rear cross-traffic detection100Yes
Total Requested550100%
Total Not Requested00%
Sun, Sound, & Sport Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Sunroof900Yes
Pioneer, 250W, 9 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Fog lights125No
Body kit0No
Rear spoiler200No
Upgraded instruments0No
Total Requested90057%
Total Not Requested67543%

Option Package Details
Chevrolet Cruze LTZ

Navigation system
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
Voice control for nav and audio75Yes
Speed limit information0No
Total Requested675100%
Total Not Requested00%
Enhanced Safety Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Blind spot warning system200Yes
Rear cross-traffic detection100Yes
Total Requested550100%
Total Not Requested00%
Sun, Sound, & Sport Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Sunroof900Yes
Pioneer, 250W, 9 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Fog lights125No
Body kit0No
Rear spoiler200No
Total Requested90057%
Total Not Requested67543%

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