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Audi A4 / S4 vs. Chevrolet Malibu Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Audi A4 / S4 vs. Chevrolet Malibu Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $29,360

Chevrolet Malibu LTZ   
Difference: $5,940

Lowest Total Invoice: $27,787

Chevrolet Malibu LTZ   
Difference: $5,107

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year201220122012
ModelA4 / S4A4 / S4Malibu
TrimA4 2.0TS4 3.0TLTZ
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $32,500 $47,300 $28,600
Base Invoice $30,227 $43,990 $27,027
Convenience Package 1,000    
Metallic paint (extra cost) 475 475  
Heated front seats 450    
Convenience Package 930    
Metallic paint (extra cost) 443 443  
Heated front seats 419    
Options (change) 1,925 475 0
Options (change) 1,792 443 0
Destination 875 875 760
Total Price $35,300 $48,650 $29,360
Total Invoice $32,894 $45,308 $27,787

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Audi A4 / S4 vs. Chevrolet Malibu

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Chevrolet Malibu LTZ
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $6,515
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $5,651
Model Year201220122012
ModelA4 / S4A4 / S4Malibu
TrimA4 2.0TS4 3.0TLTZ
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine211hp I4333hp V6169hp I4
TransmissionCVT-8M6T6
DrivetrainFWDAWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)180, 10180, 10?, 8
Tire (rear if not all the same)245/45-17245/40-18225/50-18
Total Price$35,300$48,650$29,360
Adjustments for Features0-3,400-575
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$35,300$45,250$28,785
Cost Above Minimum$0$9,950$0
Total Invoice$32,894$45,308$27,787
Adjustments for Features0-3,166-544
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$32,894$42,142$27,243
Cost Above Minimum$0$9,248$0

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Features Comparison: Audi A4 / S4 vs. Chevrolet Malibu

Model Year201220122012
ModelA4 / S4A4 / S4Malibu
TrimA4 2.0TS4 3.0TLTZ
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
8-speed manually-shiftable CVT$1100  
6-speed manual $150 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic  $1100
FWD$0 $0
AWD $1700 
Accessories 
AC power outlet  $100
Remote start  $150
Universal garage door opener$100$100 
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats$0$0 
Cargo Management 
Air-conditioned storage compartment$50$50 
Cargo mat  $40
Climate Control 
Automatic air recirculation$100$100 
Dual-zone climate control $125 
Heated windshield washer nozzles$15$15 
Interior air filter$0$0 
Rain-sensing wipers $175 
Rear air vents with automatic controls $250 
Variable intermittent wipers$75 $75
Exterior 
Bodyside moldings  $75
Laminated front side windows  $200
Infotainment 
iPod integration$100$100 
SD Card slot$25$25 
Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation  $225
USB port  $25
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror $75 
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror $75 
Auto-dimming rearview mirror $150$150
Automatic headlights $125$125
Compass $0$0
Fog light, rear$100$100 
Trip computer $150 
Turn signals on or near mirrors$25$25 
Xenon HID headlights $500 
Seats and Interior Trim 
Aluminum trim$100$100 
Center armrest(s), second row$50$50 
Folding second row seats $300$300
Leather door panel trim $250 
Manual thigh support length adjuster, driver seat $50 
Manual thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat $50 
Memory system, driver seat $200 
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat$150$150 
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat $150 
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat  $100
Power recliner, passenger seat$100$100 
Synthetic suede inserts in leather seating surfaces $0 
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Sport suspension (upgrade) $0 
Transmission 
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls $100 
Total Value of Features$2,090$5,490$2,665
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$3,400$575
Value of Feature Adjustments0-3,166-544

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See a complete comparison of Audi A4 / S4 vs. Chevrolet Malibu features.

Specifications Comparison: Audi A4 / S4 vs. Chevrolet Malibu

Model Year20122012
ModelA4 / S4Malibu
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase110.6 in112.3 in
Length185.2 in191.8 in
Width71.9 in70.3 in
Height56.2 in57.1 in
Curb Weight3,591 lb.3,416 lb.
Fuel Capacity16.9 gal.16.0 gal.
Row 1 Headroom40.0 in39.4 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room55.5 in55.9 in
Row 1 Hip Room0.0 in53.0 in
Row 1 Legroom41.3 in42.2 in
Row 2 Headroom37.5 in37.2 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room54.3 in53.9 in
Row 2 Hip Room0.0 in52.1 in
Row 2 Legroom35.2 in37.6 in
Cargo Volume12.4 ft315.1 ft3

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See a complete comparison of Audi A4 / S4 vs. Chevrolet Malibu specs.

Option Package Details
Audi A4 / S4 A4 2.0T

Convenience Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Universal garage door opener100No
Bluetooth cell phone link100Yes
iPod integration100Yes
Total Requested20067%
Total Not Requested10033%

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