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Acura ILX vs. Chevrolet Malibu Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Acura ILX vs. Chevrolet Malibu Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $30,270

Acura ILX 2.4L   
Difference: $690

Lowest Total Invoice: $28,565

Acura ILX 2.4L   
Difference: $734

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20152012
ModelILXMalibu
Trim2.4LLTZ
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $29,350 $28,600
Base Invoice $27,645 $27,027
3.6L V6   1,600
3.6L V6   1,512
Options (change) 0 1,600
Options (change) 0 1,512
Destination 920 760
Total Price $30,270 $30,960
Total Invoice $28,565 $29,299

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Acura ILX vs. Chevrolet Malibu

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Acura ILX 2.4L
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $290
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $355
Model Year20152012
ModelILXMalibu
Trim2.4LLTZ
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine201hp I4252hp V6
TransmissionM6T6
DrivetrainFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)22/31 MPG17/26 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)360, 7?, 8
Tire (rear if not all the same)215/45-17225/50-18
Total Price$30,270$30,960
Adjustments for Features0-400
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$30,270$30,560
Total Invoice$28,565$29,299
Adjustments for Features0-379
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$28,565$28,920

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Features Comparison: Acura ILX vs. Chevrolet Malibu

Model Year20152012
ModelILXMalibu
Trim2.4LLTZ
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manual$150 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic $1100
FWD$0$0
Accessories 
AC power outlet $100
Active noise reduction$0 
Proximity key$250 
Remote start $150
Remote window/roof operation$15 
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats$0 
Rearview camera$200 
Cargo Management 
Cargo mat $40
Climate Control 
Dual-zone climate control$125 
Interior air filter$0 
Exterior 
Bodyside moldings $75
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) $25
Laminated front side windows $200
Infotainment 
Bluetooth audio streaming$25 
Pandora internet radio connectivity$0 
SMS text-to-speech reader$25 
Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation $225
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Compass $0
Mirror tilt-down in reverse$25 
Trip computer$150 
Turn signals on or near mirrors$25 
Xenon HID headlights$500 
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row$50 
Memory system, driver seat$200 
Metal pedals$75 
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat $100
Power height adjuster, passenger seat $100
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat $100
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat $100
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Adaptive dampers - mechanical$100 
Performance steering system (optional) $0
Total Value of Features$1,915$2,315
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$400
Value of Feature Adjustments0-379

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Specifications Comparison: Acura ILX vs. Chevrolet Malibu

Model Year20152012
ModelILXMalibu
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase105.1 in112.3 in
Length179.1 in191.8 in
Width70.6 in70.3 in
Height55.6 in57.1 in
Curb Weight2,978 lb.3,645 lb.
Fuel Capacity13.2 gal.16.0 gal.
Row 1 Headroom37.9 in39.4 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room55.6 in55.9 in
Row 1 Hip Room50.2 in53.0 in
Row 1 Legroom42.3 in42.2 in
Row 2 Headroom35.9 in37.2 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room53.5 in53.9 in
Row 2 Hip Room51.6 in52.1 in
Row 2 Legroom34.0 in37.6 in
Cargo Volume12.4 ft315.1 ft3

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Option Package Details
Chevrolet Malibu LTZ

3.6L V6
DOHC-4v
252 hp@6300
251 lb-ft@3200
FeatureValueRequested?
3.6L V6
DOHC-4v
252 hp@6300
251 lb-ft@3200
1000Yes
Performance steering system (optional)250No
Total Requested100080%
Total Not Requested25020%

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