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Audi A3 vs. Chevrolet Malibu Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Audi A3 vs. Chevrolet Malibu Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $30,220

Chevrolet Malibu LTZ   
Difference: $8,155

Lowest Total Invoice: $28,567

Chevrolet Malibu LTZ   
Difference: $7,176

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20082010
ModelA3Malibu
Trim3.2 S lineLTZ
Body4dr Hatch4dr Sedan
Base Price $34,915 $26,955
Base Invoice $32,471 $25,607
Metallic paint (extra cost) 450  
Heated front seats 450  
Bluetooth cell phone link 435  
iPod integration 250  
Panoramic sunroof 1,100  
Temporary spare tire   100
Sunroof   850
3.6L V6   1,595
Metallic paint (extra cost) 418  
Heated front seats 418  
Bluetooth cell phone link 405  
iPod integration 233  
Panoramic sunroof 1,023  
Temporary spare tire   88
Sunroof   748
3.6L V6   1,404
Options (change) 2,685 2,545
Options (change) 2,497 2,240
Destination 775 720
Total Price $38,375 $30,220
Total Invoice $35,743 $28,567

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Audi A3 vs. Chevrolet Malibu

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Chevrolet Malibu LTZ
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $5,955
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $5,127
Model Year20082010
ModelA3Malibu
Trim3.2 S lineLTZ
Body4dr Hatch4dr Sedan
Engine250hp V6252hp V6
TransmissionS6T6
DrivetrainAWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)18/25 MPG17/26 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)195, 10?, 8
Tire (rear if not all the same)225/45-17225/50-18
Total Price$38,375$30,220
Adjustments for Features-2,2000
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$36,175$30,220
Total Invoice$35,743$28,567
Adjustments for Features-2,0490
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$33,694$28,567

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Features Comparison: Audi A3 vs. Chevrolet Malibu

Model Year20082010
ModelA3Malibu
Trim3.2 S lineLTZ
Body4dr Hatch4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed automated manual$1100 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic $1100
AWD$1700 
FWD $0
Accessories 
AC power outlet $100
Remote start $150
Sunshade, rear $125
Universal garage door opener $100
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats$0 
Cargo Management 
Cargo cover$75 
Cargo mat $40
Cargo net$40 
Rear seat pass-through$100 
Storage compartment under front seat(s)$50 
Climate Control 
Automatic air recirculation$100 
Dual-zone climate control$125 
Interior air filter$0 
Rain-sensing wipers$175 
Rear wiper$175 
Variable intermittent wipers $75
Exterior 
Bodyside moldings$75 
Laminated front side windows $200
Panoramic sunroof$1200 
Rear spoiler$200 
Sunroof $900
Infotainment 
Aux input $50
CD changer, in-dash$325 
CD player $125
iPod integration$100 
Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation $225
USB port $25
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror $75
Fog light, rear$100 
Heated mirrors $25
Interior ambient lighting $150
Trip computer$150 
Turn signals on or near mirrors$25 
Seats and Interior Trim 
Aluminum trim$100 
Center armrest(s), second row$50 
Door sill trim plates $100
Manual height adjuster, passenger seat$50 
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat$150 
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 
Performance steering system (optional) $0
Sport suspension (upgrade)$0 
Total Value of Features$6,165$3,965
Value of Feature Adjustments$2,200$0
Value of Feature Adjustments-2,0490

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See a complete comparison of Audi A3 vs. Chevrolet Malibu features.

Specifications Comparison: Audi A3 vs. Chevrolet Malibu

Model Year20082010
ModelA3Malibu
Body4dr Hatch4dr Sedan
Wheelbase101.5 in112.3 in
Length168.7 in191.8 in
Width69.5 in70.3 in
Height56.0 in57.1 in
Curb Weight3,660 lb.3,680 lb.
Fuel Capacity15.0 gal.16.0 gal.
Row 1 Headroom38.1 in39.4 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room54.3 in55.9 in
Row 1 Hip Room0.0 in53.0 in
Row 1 Legroom41.2 in42.2 in
Row 2 Headroom36.9 in37.2 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room52.8 in53.9 in
Row 2 Hip Room0.0 in52.1 in
Row 2 Legroom34.8 in37.6 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum		13.1 ft315.1 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum		54.6 ft315.1 ft3

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See a complete comparison of Audi A3 vs. Chevrolet Malibu specs.

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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