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Acura RL vs. Chevrolet Malibu 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.
Models in short supply often sell at or even above these prices.
Acura RL vs. Chevrolet Malibu Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $35,615 Chevrolet Malibu Premier | ||
| Difference: $19,445 | ||
Lowest Total Invoice: $34,034 Chevrolet Malibu Premier | ||
| Difference: $15,899 | ||
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| Model Year | 2010 | 2016 |
| Model | RL | Malibu |
| Trim | Base | Premier |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Price | $46,830 | $30,920 |
| Base Invoice | $42,470 | $29,683 |
| CMBS | 3,800 | |
| Technology Package | 3,620 | |
| Driver Confidence Package II | 1,295 | |
| Driver Confidence Package | 1,195 | |
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,270 | |
| Cargo net | 60 | |
| CMBS | 3,408 | |
| Technology Package | 3,245 | |
| Driver Confidence Package II | 1,178 | |
| Driver Confidence Package | 1,087 | |
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,156 | |
| Cargo net | 55 | |
| Options (change) | 7,420 | 3,820 |
| Options (change) | 6,653 | 3,476 |
| Destination | 810 | 875 |
| Total Price | $55,060 | $35,615 |
| Total Invoice | $49,933 | $34,034 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Acura RL vs. Chevrolet Malibu
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Chevrolet Malibu Premier | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $19,450 | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $15,904 | ||
| Model Year | 2010 | 2016 |
| Model | RL | Malibu |
| Trim | Base | Premier |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | 300hp V6 | 250hp I4 |
| Transmission | T5 | T8 |
| Drivetrain | AWD | FWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | 16/22 MPG | 22/32 MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 260, 10 | ?, 9 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 245/45-18 | 245/40-19 |
| Total Price | $55,060 | $35,615 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -5 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $55,060 | $35,610 |
| Total Invoice | $49,933 | $34,034 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -5 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $49,933 | $34,029 |
Features Comparison: Acura RL vs. Chevrolet Malibu
| Model Year | 2010 | 2016 |
| Model | RL | Malibu |
| Trim | Base | Premier |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||
| 5-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1000 | |
| 8-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1300 | |
| AWD | $1700 | |
| FWD | $0 | |
| Accessories | ||
| AC power outlet | $100 | |
| Active noise reduction | $0 | |
| Adaptive cruise control | $600 | |
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | $850 | |
| Heated steering wheel | $100 | |
| Remote app | $25 | |
| Remote start | $150 | |
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | |
| Semi-automated parking system | $500 | |
| Sunshade, rear, power | $225 | |
| Sunshades, second row | $125 | |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | $350 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||
| Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats | $0 | |
| Automatic braking, low-speed | $200 | |
| Blind spot warning system | $200 | |
| Cross-traffic warning, rear | $100 | |
| Following distance indicator | $25 | |
| Knee airbag, driver | $75 | |
| Knee airbag, passenger | $75 | |
| Lane departure prevention, steering-based | $200 | |
| Lane departure warning | $200 | |
| Obstacle detection, front | $150 | |
| Obstacle detection, rear | $250 | |
| Pedestrian detection | $50 | |
| Rear side airbags | $300 | |
| Rollover sensor | $50 | |
| Safety key | $5 | |
| Vehicle health reports | $0 | |
| Cargo Management | ||
| Cargo mat | $40 | |
| Rear seat pass-through | $100 | |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Active rear differential | $500 | |
| Exterior | ||
| Bodyside moldings | $75 | |
| Laminated front side windows | $200 | |
| Panoramic sunroof | $1200 | |
| Sunroof | $900 | |
| Infotainment | ||
| 4G LTE connectivity | $0 | |
| Android Auto support | $100 | |
| App support | $0 | |
| Apple CarPlay support | $100 | |
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | |
| CD changer, in-dash | $325 | |
| DVD-Audio-compatible player | $0 | |
| SMS text-to-speech reader | $25 | |
| Surround sound | $250 | |
| 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 headlights | $200 | |
| Compass | $0 | |
| Fog lights | $125 | |
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | $25 | |
| Steering-linked headlights | $150 | |
| Xenon HID headlights | $500 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||
| Door sill trim plates | $100 | |
| Folding second row seats | $300 | |
| Leather door panel trim | $250 | |
| Leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Power-folding headrests, second row seats | $50 | |
| Upgraded floor mats | $0 | |
| Wood trim | $300 | |
| Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | |
| Transmission | ||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | |
| Total Value of Features | $7,940 | $7,945 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $5 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | -5 |
Specifications Comparison: Acura RL vs. Chevrolet Malibu
| Model Year | 2010 | 2016 |
| Model | RL | Malibu |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Wheelbase | 110.2 in | 111.4 in |
| Length | 195.8 in | 193.8 in |
| Width | 72.7 in | 73.0 in |
| Height | 57.2 in | 57.7 in |
| Curb Weight | 4,083 lb. | 3,388 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 19.4 gal. | 13.0 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 38.5 in | 39.1 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 58.5 in | 58.5 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 55.1 in | 54.1 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 42.4 in | 42.0 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 37.2 in | 37.5 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 56.1 in | 57.1 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 54.0 in | 53.4 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 36.3 in | 38.1 in |
| Cargo Volume | 13.1 ft3 | 15.8 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Acura RL
| CMBS | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Wood trim | 300 | No |
| Adaptive cruise control | 450 | Yes |
| Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system | 0 | Yes |
| Automatic braking, high-speed | 200 | Yes |
| Forward collision alert | 200 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 850 | 74% |
| Total Not Requested | 300 | 26% |
| Technology Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | 300 | Yes |
| Steering-linked headlights | 150 | No |
| Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel | 0 | No |
| Rearview camera | 200 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 1200 | 87% |
| Total Not Requested | 175 | 13% |
Option Package Details
Chevrolet Malibu Premier
| Panoramic sunroof | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Panoramic sunroof | 1200 | No |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Upgraded floor mats | 0 | No |
| Total Requested | 100 | 8% |
| Total Not Requested | 1200 | 92% |
| Driver Confidence Package II | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system | 0 | Yes |
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | 700 | No |
| Parking guidance system - active | 500 | No |
| Automatic braking, high-speed or partial | 200 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 200 | 14% |
| Total Not Requested | 1200 | 86% |
| Driver Confidence Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Obstacle detection, front | 150 | No |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | No |
| Auto-dimming headlights | 200 | No |
| Lane departure warning system | 200 | No |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | No |
| Rear cross-traffic detection | 100 | No |
| Automatic braking, low-speed | 200 | No |
| Forward collision warning | 200 | Yes |
| Lane departure prevention system, steering-based | 200 | No |
| Pedestrian detection | 50 | No |
| Following distance indicator | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 200 | 11% |
| Total Not Requested | 1575 | 89% |
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