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BMW 3-Series vs. Chevrolet Malibu Limited 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.
BMW 3-Series vs. Chevrolet Malibu Limited Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $32,040 Chevrolet Malibu Limited LTZ | |||||||
| Difference: $10,130 | |||||||
Lowest Total Invoice: $30,230 Chevrolet Malibu Limited LTZ | |||||||
| Difference: $9,245 | |||||||
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| Model Year | 2016 | 2016 | 2016 | 2016 | 2016 | 2016 | 2016 |
| Model | 3-Series | 3-Series | 3-Series | 3-Series | 3-Series | 3-Series | Malibu Limited |
| Trim | 320i | 328i | 328d | 330e | 340i | M3 | LTZ |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Price | $33,150 | $38,350 | $39,850 | $43,700 | $45,800 | $63,500 | $28,420 |
| Base Invoice | $31,180 | $35,960 | $37,340 | $40,885 | $42,815 | $59,100 | $26,857 |
| Premium Package | 3,100 | 2,450 | 2,450 | 2,450 | |||
| Navigation system | 1,950 | 1,950 | 1,950 | 1,950 | 1,950 | 495 | |
| Heated front seats | 500 | 500 | 500 | 500 | 500 | ||
| Leather seating surfaces | 1,450 | 1,450 | 1,450 | 1,450 | 1,450 | 0 | |
| Folding second row seats | 475 | ||||||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 550 | 550 | 550 | 550 | 550 | 550 | |
| Luxury Package | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |||
| Executive Package | 3,500 | ||||||
| Sunroof | 0 | ||||||
| Wood trim | 0 | ||||||
| Electronics and Entertainment Package | 1,850 | ||||||
| Rear spoiler | 400 | ||||||
| Premium Package | 2,820 | 2,230 | 2,230 | 2,230 | |||
| Navigation system | 1,775 | 1,775 | 1,775 | 1,775 | 1,775 | 450 | |
| Heated front seats | 455 | 455 | 455 | 455 | 455 | ||
| Leather seating surfaces | 1,320 | 1,320 | 1,320 | 1,320 | 1,320 | 0 | |
| Folding second row seats | 430 | ||||||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 500 | 500 | 500 | 500 | 500 | 500 | |
| Luxury Package | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |||
| Executive Package | 3,185 | ||||||
| Sunroof | 0 | ||||||
| Wood trim | 0 | ||||||
| Electronics and Entertainment Package | 1,684 | ||||||
| Rear spoiler | 364 | ||||||
| Options (change) | 8,025 | 6,900 | 6,900 | 6,900 | 4,450 | 4,050 | 2,745 |
| Options (change) | 7,300 | 6,280 | 6,280 | 6,280 | 4,050 | 3,685 | 2,498 |
| Destination | 995 | 995 | 995 | 995 | 995 | 995 | 875 |
| Gas Tax | 0 | 0 | 0 | -4,001 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Total Price | $42,170 | $46,245 | $47,745 | $47,594 | $51,245 | $68,545 | $32,040 |
| Total Invoice | $39,475 | $43,235 | $44,615 | $44,159 | $47,860 | $63,780 | $30,230 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: BMW 3-Series vs. Chevrolet Malibu Limited
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Chevrolet Malibu Limited LTZ | |||||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $10,625 | |||||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $9,712 | |||||||
| Model Year | 2016 | 2016 | 2016 | 2016 | 2016 | 2016 | 2016 |
| Model | 3-Series | 3-Series | 3-Series | 3-Series | 3-Series | 3-Series | Malibu Limited |
| Trim | 320i | 328i | 328d | 330e | 340i | M3 | LTZ |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | 180hp I4 | 240hp I4 | 180hp I4 D | 181hp I4 PiH | 320hp I6 | 425hp I6 | 202hp I4 |
| Transmission | M6 | T8 | T8 | T8 | M6 | M6 | T6 |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | RWD | RWD | RWD | RWD | FWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 205, 9 | 205, 9 | 205, 9 | 205, 9 | 205, 9 | 600, 16 | ?, 9 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 225/50-17 | 225/50-17 | 225/50-17 | 225/50-17 | 225/45-18 | 255/40-18 | 215/60-16 |
| Total Price | $42,170 | $46,245 | $47,745 | $47,594 | $51,245 | $68,545 | $32,040 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -2,850 | -2,950 | -2,975 | -1,700 | -3,425 | -495 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $42,170 | $43,395 | $44,795 | $44,619 | $49,545 | $65,120 | $31,545 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $1,225 | $2,625 | $2,449 | $7,375 | $22,950 | $0 |
| Total Invoice | $39,475 | $43,235 | $44,615 | $44,159 | $47,860 | $63,780 | $30,230 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -2,664 | -2,757 | -2,760 | -1,588 | -3,187 | -467 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $39,475 | $40,571 | $41,858 | $41,399 | $46,272 | $60,593 | $29,763 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $1,096 | $2,383 | $1,924 | $6,797 | $21,118 | $0 |
Features Comparison: BMW 3-Series vs. Chevrolet Malibu Limited
| Model Year | 2016 | 2016 | 2016 | 2016 | 2016 | 2016 | 2016 |
| Model | 3-Series | 3-Series | 3-Series | 3-Series | 3-Series | 3-Series | Malibu Limited |
| Trim | 320i | 328i | 328d | 330e | 340i | M3 | LTZ |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | |||||||
| 6-speed manual | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||||
| 8-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1300 | $1300 | $1300 | ||||
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | ||||||
| RWD | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| FWD | $0 | ||||||
| Accessories | |||||||
| AC power outlet | $100 | ||||||
| Hands-free trunk or liftgate | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Heated steering wheel | $100 | ||||||
| Proximity key | $250 | $250 | $250 | $250 | $250 | $250 | |
| Remote start | $150 | ||||||
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | $15 | $15 | $15 | $15 | $15 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | |||||||
| Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Obstacle detection, front | $150 | ||||||
| Obstacle detection, rear | $250 | ||||||
| Rear side airbags | $300 | ||||||
| Rearview camera | $200 | $200 | |||||
| Rollover sensor | $50 | ||||||
| Temporary spare tire | $150 | ||||||
| Tires, run-flat | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Vehicle health reports | $0 | ||||||
| Cargo Management | |||||||
| Air-conditioned storage compartment | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Cargo net | $40 | ||||||
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | ||||||
| Climate Control | |||||||
| Automatic air recirculation | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Heated windshield washer nozzles | $15 | $15 | $15 | $15 | $15 | $15 | |
| Rain-sensing wipers | $175 | $175 | $175 | $175 | $175 | $175 | |
| Rear air vents with manual controls | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Residual heat | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Variable intermittent wipers | $75 | ||||||
| Drivetrain | |||||||
| Active rear differential | $500 | ||||||
| Engine / Motor | |||||||
| 3.6 kW onboard charger | $0 | ||||||
| 8 kWh battery pack | $0 | ||||||
| Regenerative braking | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| Exterior | |||||||
| Black exterior trim (optional) | $0 | ||||||
| Laminated front side windows | $200 | ||||||
| Painted brake calipers (optional) | $0 | ||||||
| Rear spoiler | $200 | $200 | |||||
| Sport rocker panels (optional) | $0 | ||||||
| Infotainment | |||||||
| DVD-compatible player | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Handwriting recognition | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| HD radio | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| In-vehicle Internet | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Media drive | $15 | $15 | $15 | $15 | $15 | $15 | |
| Navigation map updates, three years | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| S Voice support | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Satellite radio | $200 | ||||||
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | $250 | $250 | $250 | $250 | $250 | $250 | |
| SMS text-to-speech reader | $25 | ||||||
| Surround sound | $250 | ||||||
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation | $225 | ||||||
| Traffic + travel information | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Wi-Fi hotspot | $50 | ||||||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | |||||||
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Cornering lights | $50 | ||||||
| Fog lights | $125 | $125 | $125 | $125 | $125 | $125 | |
| Head-up display (HUD) | $350 | ||||||
| Headlight washers | $50 | ||||||
| Large energy flow and fuel economy display | $25 | ||||||
| LED headlights | $1000 | $1000 | $1000 | $1000 | |||
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Steering-linked headlights | $150 | ||||||
| Xenon HID headlights | $500 | ||||||
| Seats and Interior Trim | |||||||
| Door sill trim plates | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Heated second row seats | $200 | ||||||
| Manual thigh support length adjuster, driver seat | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Manual thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Memory system, driver seat | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Power seatback bolsters, driver seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Wood trim | $300 | $300 | $300 | $300 | $300 | ||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | |||||||
| Electronic systems calibration selector | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Performance steering system (optional) | $0 | ||||||
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | ||||||
| Transmission | |||||||
| Downshift rev matching | $50 | ||||||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | $100 | |||||
| Total Value of Features | $2,820 | $5,670 | $5,770 | $5,795 | $4,520 | $6,245 | $3,315 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $2,850 | $2,950 | $2,975 | $1,700 | $3,425 | $495 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | -2,664 | -2,757 | -2,760 | -1,588 | -3,187 | -467 |
Specifications Comparison: BMW 3-Series vs. Chevrolet Malibu Limited
| Model Year | 2016 | 2016 |
| Model | 3-Series | Malibu Limited |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Wheelbase | 110.6 in | 107.8 in |
| Length | 182.5 in | 191.5 in |
| Width | 71.3 in | 73.0 in |
| Height | 56.3 in | 57.6 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,431 lb. | 3,394 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 15.8 gal. | 18.5 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 40.3 in | 39.0 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 55.1 in | 57.5 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 0.0 in | 55.0 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 42.0 in | 42.1 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 37.7 in | 37.5 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 55.1 in | 57.1 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 0.0 in | 54.3 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 35.1 in | 36.8 in |
| Cargo Volume | 13.0 ft3 | 16.3 ft3 |
Option Package Details
BMW 3-Series 320i
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Sunroof | 900 | Yes |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | 150 | Yes |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 150 | Yes |
| Proximity key | 250 | No |
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | 250 | No |
| Hands-free trunk or liftgate | 100 | No |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | No |
| Compass | 0 | Yes |
| Power-folding mirrors | 50 | No |
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | 75 | No |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power height adjuster, driver seat | 50 | Yes |
| Power tilt adjuster, driver seat | 50 | Yes |
| Power recliner, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | No |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | Yes |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 2050 | 67% |
| Total Not Requested | 1000 | 33% |
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Media drive | 15 | No |
| In-vehicle Internet | 150 | No |
| Handwriting recognition | 200 | No |
| Siri Eyes Free support | 0 | Yes |
| S Voice support | 0 | No |
| 4G LTE connectivity | 0 | Yes |
| Navigation map updates, three years | 0 | No |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | No |
| App support | 0 | Yes |
| Remote app | 25 | Yes |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 725 | 65% |
| Total Not Requested | 390 | 35% |
Option Package Details
BMW 3-Series 328i
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Media drive | 15 | No |
| In-vehicle Internet | 150 | No |
| Handwriting recognition | 200 | No |
| Siri Eyes Free support | 0 | Yes |
| S Voice support | 0 | No |
| 4G LTE connectivity | 0 | Yes |
| Navigation map updates, three years | 0 | No |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | No |
| App support | 0 | Yes |
| Remote app | 25 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 725 | 65% |
| Total Not Requested | 390 | 35% |
| Luxury Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Additional chrome trim | 0 | No |
| Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) | 25 | Yes |
| Chrome interior accents (optional) | 0 | No |
| Total Requested | 25 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Sunroof | 900 | Yes |
| LED headlights | 1000 | No |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | 150 | Yes |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 150 | Yes |
| Proximity key | 250 | No |
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | 250 | No |
| Hands-free trunk or liftgate | 100 | No |
| Total Requested | 1200 | 43% |
| Total Not Requested | 1600 | 57% |
Option Package Details
BMW 3-Series 328d
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Media drive | 15 | No |
| In-vehicle Internet | 150 | No |
| Handwriting recognition | 200 | No |
| Siri Eyes Free support | 0 | Yes |
| S Voice support | 0 | No |
| 4G LTE connectivity | 0 | Yes |
| Navigation map updates, three years | 0 | No |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | No |
| App support | 0 | Yes |
| Remote app | 25 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 725 | 65% |
| Total Not Requested | 390 | 35% |
| Luxury Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Additional chrome trim | 0 | No |
| Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) | 25 | Yes |
| Chrome interior accents (optional) | 0 | No |
| Total Requested | 25 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Sunroof | 900 | Yes |
| LED headlights | 1000 | No |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | 150 | Yes |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 150 | Yes |
| Proximity key | 250 | No |
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | 250 | No |
| Hands-free trunk or liftgate | 100 | No |
| Total Requested | 1200 | 43% |
| Total Not Requested | 1600 | 57% |
Option Package Details
BMW 3-Series 330e
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Media drive | 15 | No |
| In-vehicle Internet | 150 | No |
| Handwriting recognition | 200 | No |
| Siri Eyes Free support | 0 | Yes |
| S Voice support | 0 | No |
| 4G LTE connectivity | 0 | Yes |
| Navigation map updates, three years | 0 | No |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | No |
| App support | 0 | Yes |
| Remote app | 25 | Yes |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 725 | 65% |
| Total Not Requested | 390 | 35% |
| Luxury Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Additional chrome trim | 0 | No |
| Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) | 25 | Yes |
| Chrome interior accents (optional) | 0 | No |
| Total Requested | 25 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Sunroof | 900 | Yes |
| LED headlights | 1000 | No |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | 150 | Yes |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 150 | Yes |
| Proximity key | 250 | No |
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | 250 | No |
| Hands-free trunk or liftgate | 100 | No |
| Total Requested | 1200 | 43% |
| Total Not Requested | 1600 | 57% |
Option Package Details
BMW 3-Series 340i
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Media drive | 15 | No |
| In-vehicle Internet | 150 | No |
| Handwriting recognition | 200 | No |
| Siri Eyes Free support | 0 | Yes |
| S Voice support | 0 | No |
| 4G LTE connectivity | 0 | Yes |
| Navigation map updates, three years | 0 | No |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | No |
| App support | 0 | Yes |
| Remote app | 25 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 725 | 65% |
| Total Not Requested | 390 | 35% |
| Luxury Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Additional chrome trim | 0 | No |
| Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) | 25 | Yes |
| Chrome interior accents (optional) | 0 | No |
| Total Requested | 25 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
Option Package Details
BMW 3-Series M3
| Executive Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Heated second row seats | 200 | No |
| Obstacle detection, front | 150 | No |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | No |
| Rearview camera | 200 | Yes |
| Heated steering wheel | 100 | No |
| Head-up display (HUD) | 350 | No |
| Headlight washers | 50 | No |
| Total Requested | 200 | 15% |
| Total Not Requested | 1100 | 85% |
Option Package Details
Chevrolet Malibu Limited LTZ
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 75 | Yes |
| Speed limit information | 0 | No |
| Total Requested | 675 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Electronics and Entertainment Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Sunroof | 900 | Yes |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Rearview camera | 200 | Yes |
| AC power outlet | 100 | No |
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | 25 | Yes |
| Pioneer, 9 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Total Requested | 1225 | 73% |
| Total Not Requested | 450 | 27% |
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