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Acura RDX vs. Chevrolet Malibu Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Acura RDX vs. Chevrolet Malibu Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $33,065

Chevrolet Malibu Premier   
Difference: $3,815

Lowest Total Invoice: $31,714

Chevrolet Malibu Premier   
Difference: $2,660

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20112016
ModelRDXMalibu
TrimBasePremier
Body4dr SUV4dr Sedan
Base Price $32,895 $30,920
Base Invoice $30,646 $29,683
Technology Package 3,100  
Panoramic sunroof   1,270
Technology Package 2,843  
Panoramic sunroof   1,156
Options (change) 3,100 1,270
Options (change) 2,843 1,156
Destination 885 875
Total Price $36,880 $33,065
Total Invoice $34,374 $31,714

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Acura RDX vs. Chevrolet Malibu

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Chevrolet Malibu Premier
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $4,010
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $2,847
Model Year20112016
ModelRDXMalibu
TrimBasePremier
Body4dr SUV4dr Sedan
Engine240hp I4250hp I4
TransmissionT5T8
DrivetrainFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)19/24 MPG22/32 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)410, 10?, 9
Tire (rear if not all the same)235/55-18245/40-19
Total Price$36,880$33,065
Adjustments for Features0-195
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$36,880$32,870
Total Invoice$34,374$31,714
Adjustments for Features0-187
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$34,374$31,527

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Features Comparison: Acura RDX vs. Chevrolet Malibu

Model Year20112016
ModelRDXMalibu
TrimBasePremier
Body4dr SUV4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
5-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1000 
8-speed manually-shiftable automatic $1300
FWD$0$0
Accessories 
AC power outlet $100
Heated steering wheel $100
Proximity key $250
Remote app $25
Remote start $150
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats$0 
Knee airbag, driver $75
Knee airbag, passenger $75
Rear side airbags $300
Safety key $5
Temporary spare tire$150 
Vehicle health reports $0
Cargo Management 
Cargo cover$75 
Cargo mat $40
Climate Control 
Rear air vents $100
Rear wiper$175 
Exterior 
Bodyside cladding$350 
Deep-tinted rear windows$275 
Laminated front side windows $200
Panoramic sunroof $1200
Rear spoiler$200 
Sunroof$900 
Infotainment 
4G LTE connectivity $0
Android Auto support $100
App support $0
Apple CarPlay support $100
CD changer, in-dash$325 
DVD-Audio-compatible player$0 
MP3-compatible player$50 
SMS text-to-speech reader $25
Surround sound$250 
Telematics service, such as OnStar$200 
Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation $225
Traffic + travel information$25 
Voice control for external devices $0
Wi-Fi hotspot $50
Wireless charging station $75
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Auto-dimming rearview mirror $150
Boost gauge$75 
Fog lights$125 
Mirror tilt-down in reverse$25 
Xenon HID headlights$500 
Seats and Interior Trim 
Cooled or ventilated front seats $300
Leather door panel trim$250 
Power height adjuster, passenger seat $100
Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat $100
Upgraded floor mats $0
Total Value of Features$4,950$5,145
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$195
Value of Feature Adjustments0-187

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See a complete comparison of Acura RDX vs. Chevrolet Malibu features.

Specifications Comparison: Acura RDX vs. Chevrolet Malibu

Model Year20112016
ModelRDXMalibu
Body4dr SUV4dr Sedan
Wheelbase104.3 in111.4 in
Length180.7 in193.8 in
Width73.6 in73.0 in
Height65.2 in57.7 in
Curb Weight3,743 lb.3,388 lb.
Fuel Capacity18.0 gal.13.0 gal.
Row 1 Headroom38.7 in39.1 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room58.2 in58.5 in
Row 1 Hip Room54.4 in54.1 in
Row 1 Legroom41.8 in42.0 in
Row 2 Headroom38.3 in37.5 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room56.3 in57.1 in
Row 2 Hip Room53.0 in53.4 in
Row 2 Legroom37.6 in38.1 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum		27.8 ft315.8 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum		60.6 ft315.8 ft3

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See a complete comparison of Acura RDX vs. Chevrolet Malibu specs.

Option Package Details
Acura RDX

Technology Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
Telematics service, such as OnStar200Yes
DVD-Audio-compatible player0No
Surround sound250No
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
ELS, 410W, 10 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Traffic + travel information25No
Total Requested90059%
Total Not Requested62541%

Option Package Details
Chevrolet Malibu Premier

Panoramic sunroof
FeatureValueRequested?
Panoramic sunroof1200No
Universal garage door opener100Yes
Upgraded floor mats0No
Total Requested1008%
Total Not Requested120092%

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