BMW 3-Series BMW 3-Series 2008 Chevrolet Malibu Chevrolet Malibu 2013

We are 103,000+ car owners sharing real-world car information.

Join Us

BMW 3-Series 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.

BMW 3-Series vs. Chevrolet Malibu Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $32,265

Chevrolet Malibu LTZ   
Difference: $10,530

Lowest Total Invoice: $30,269

Chevrolet Malibu LTZ   
Difference: $9,076

Calculate Payments

  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year2008200820082013
Model3-Series3-Series3-SeriesMalibu
Trim328i335iM3LTZ
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $32,700 $39,300 $53,800 $27,365
Base Invoice $30,085 $36,155 $49,675 $25,859
Premium Package 3,350 2,650 1,900 1,000
Navigation system 2,100 2,100   795
Steering-linked headlights 800      
Metallic paint (extra cost) 550 550 550  
Folding second row seats 475 475 475  
Heated front seats 500 500 500  
Proximity key 500 500    
iPod integration 400 400 400  
Satellite radio - one year subscription 595 595 595  
Technology Package     3,250  
Rear spoiler     0  
Sunroof     1,050  
Electronics and Entertainment Package       1,900
Forward collision warning       395
Premium Package 3,050 2,410 1,730 880
Navigation system 1,910 1,910   700
Steering-linked headlights 730      
Metallic paint (extra cost) 500 500 500  
Folding second row seats 430 430 430  
Heated front seats 455 455 455  
Proximity key 455 455    
iPod integration 365 365 365  
Satellite radio - one year subscription 540 540 540  
Technology Package     2,960  
Rear spoiler     0  
Sunroof     955  
Electronics and Entertainment Package       1,672
Forward collision warning       348
Options (change) 9,270 7,770 8,720 4,090
Options (change) 8,435 7,065 7,935 3,600
Destination 825 825 825 810
Gas Tax 0 0 1,300 0
Total Price $42,795 $47,895 $64,645 $32,265
Total Invoice $39,345 $44,045 $59,735 $30,269

Return to top

While we strive for accuracy, the site is not error-free, and prices can change at any time.

Dealer Price Quotes

Want to find out how much dealers are willing to discount these cars?

Request free, no-obligation BMW 3-Series dealer quotes or Chevrolet Malibu dealer quotes from dealers using our car quote form.

The process is easy and takes just a minute or two. You'll receive price quotes from local approved dealers within 48 hours.

TrueDelta Value Comparison: BMW 3-Series vs. Chevrolet Malibu

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Chevrolet Malibu LTZ
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $11,850
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $10,314
Model Year2008200820082013
Model3-Series3-Series3-SeriesMalibu
Trim328i335iM3LTZ
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine230hp I6300hp I6414hp V8197hp I4
TransmissionM6M6M6T6
DrivetrainRWDRWDRWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 10300, 13?, 10?, 9
Tire (rear if not all the same)205/55-16225/45-17245/40-18235/50-18
Total Price$42,795$47,895$64,645$32,265
Adjustments for Features0-250-1,150-1,320
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$42,795$47,645$63,495$30,945
Cost Above Minimum$0$4,850$20,700$0
Total Invoice$39,345$44,045$59,735$30,269
Adjustments for Features0-230-1,063-1,238
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$39,345$43,815$58,672$29,031
Cost Above Minimum$0$4,470$19,327$0

Return to top

Features Comparison: BMW 3-Series vs. Chevrolet Malibu

Model Year2008200820082013
Model3-Series3-Series3-SeriesMalibu
Trim328i335iM3LTZ
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manual$150$150$150 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic   $1100
RWD$0$0$0 
FWD   $0
Accessories 
AC power outlet   $100
Remote start   $150
Remote window/roof operation$15$15$15 
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Forward collision warning   $200
Knee airbag, driver   $75
Knee airbag, passenger   $75
Lane departure warning   $200
Rear side airbags   $300
Rearview camera   $200
Rollover sensor   $50
Temporary spare tire   $150
Tires, run-flat$150$150  
Cargo Management 
Air-conditioned storage compartment$50$50$50 
Cargo mat$40$40$40 
Cargo net   $40
Overhead sunglass holder   $25
Rear seat pass-through$100$100$100 
Ski sack$50$50$50 
Climate Control 
Automatic air recirculation$100$100$100 
Heated windshield washer nozzles$15$15$15 
Rain-sensing wipers$175$175$175 
Rear air vents with manual controls$150$150$150 
Residual heat$50$50$50 
Variable intermittent wipers   $75
Drivetrain 
Limited-slip rear differential  $300 
Exterior 
Laminated front side windows   $200
Rear spoiler  $200 
Infotainment 
App support   $0
Bluetooth audio streaming   $25
iPod integration$100$100$100 
Satellite radio   $200
Satellite radio - one year subscription$250$250$250 
Surround sound $250  
Telematics service, such as OnStar$200$200$200 
Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation   $225
Traffic information$25$25$25 
USB port   $25
Voice control for external devices   $0
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror$75$75$75 
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror$75$75$75 
Power-folding mirrors$50$50$50 
Steering-linked headlights$150$150$150 
Seats and Interior Trim 
Aluminum trim  $100 
Door sill trim plates   $100
Floor mats   $75
Manual thigh support length adjuster, driver seat  $50 
Manual thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat  $50 
Power seatback bolsters, driver seat  $100 
Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat  $100 
Wood trim$300$300  
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Adaptive dampers - electrical  $500 
Electronic systems calibration selector  $200 
Ultra-sport suspension (upgrade)  $0 
Total Value of Features$2,270$2,520$3,420$3,590
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$250$1,150$1,320
Value of Feature Adjustments0-230-1,063-1,238

Return to top

Specifications Comparison: BMW 3-Series vs. Chevrolet Malibu

Model Year20082013
Model3-SeriesMalibu
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase108.7 in107.8 in
Length178.2 in191.5 in
Width71.5 in73.0 in
Height55.9 in57.6 in
Curb Weight3,341 lb.3,394 lb.
Fuel Capacity15.9 gal.18.5 gal.
Row 1 Headroom38.5 in39.0 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room55.4 in57.5 in
Row 1 Hip Room0.0 in55.0 in
Row 1 Legroom41.5 in42.1 in
Row 2 Headroom37.5 in37.5 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room55.1 in57.1 in
Row 2 Hip Room0.0 in54.3 in
Row 2 Legroom34.6 in36.8 in
Cargo Volume12.0 ft316.3 ft3

Return to top

Option Package Details
BMW 3-Series 328i

Premium Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat150Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat150Yes
Universal garage door opener100Yes
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Telematics service, such as OnStar200Yes
Bluetooth cell phone link100Yes
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror75No
Compass0Yes
Power-folding mirrors50No
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror75No
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Power height adjuster, driver seat50Yes
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power recliner, driver seat100Yes
Power recliner, passenger seat100Yes
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Memory system, driver seat200Yes
Power height adjuster, passenger seat50Yes
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Total Requested265093%
Total Not Requested2007%

Option Package Details
BMW 3-Series 335i

Premium Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat150Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat150Yes
Universal garage door opener100Yes
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Telematics service, such as OnStar200Yes
Bluetooth cell phone link100Yes
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror75No
Compass0Yes
Power-folding mirrors50No
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror75No
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Total Requested175090%
Total Not Requested20010%

Option Package Details
BMW 3-Series M3

Technology Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Adaptive shocks - electrical500No
Navigation system600Yes
Proximity key250Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Traffic information25No
Electronic systems calibration selector200No
Total Requested95057%
Total Not Requested72543%
Premium Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces450Yes
Universal garage door opener100Yes
Telematics service, such as OnStar200Yes
Bluetooth cell phone link100Yes
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror75No
Compass0Yes
Aluminum trim100No
Power-folding mirrors50No
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror75No
Total Requested85074%
Total Not Requested30026%

Option Package Details
Chevrolet Malibu LTZ

Navigation system
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
Voice control for nav and audio75Yes
Speed limit information0No
Total Requested675100%
Total Not Requested00%
Forward collision alert
FeatureValueRequested?
Forward collision alert200No
Lane departure warning system200No
Total Requested00%
Total Not Requested400100%
Electronics and Entertainment Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Sunroof900Yes
Universal garage door opener100Yes
Rearview camera200No
AC power outlet100No
Mirror tilt-down in reverse25Yes
Pioneer, 9 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Total Requested102561%
Total Not Requested65039%
Premium Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Xenon HID headlights500Yes
Memory system, driver seat200Yes
Proximity key250Yes
Total Requested950100%
Total Not Requested00%

Was this information useful?

We're glad we could help! Share this page:

We're so sorry! Tell us how we can improve it.

See TrueDelta's information for all Sedans and Wagons.
See TrueDelta's information for all BMW models.