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Buick LaCrosse vs. Chevrolet Malibu Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Buick LaCrosse vs. Chevrolet Malibu Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $33,200

Chevrolet Malibu Premier   
Difference: $905

Lowest Total Invoice: $31,837

Chevrolet Malibu Premier   
Difference: $321

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20082016
ModelLaCrosseMalibu
TrimSuperPremier
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $32,380 $30,920
Base Invoice $30,599 $29,683
Engine-block heater 75 75
Sunroof 900  
Panoramic sunroof   1,270
Cargo net   60
Engine-block heater 62 68
Sunroof 747  
Panoramic sunroof   1,156
Cargo net   55
Options (change) 975 1,405
Options (change) 809 1,279
Destination 750 875
Total Price $34,105 $33,200
Total Invoice $32,158 $31,837

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Buick LaCrosse vs. Chevrolet Malibu

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Chevrolet Malibu Premier
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $4,525
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $3,792
Model Year20082016
ModelLaCrosseMalibu
TrimSuperPremier
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine300hp V8250hp I4
TransmissionA4T8
DrivetrainFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)16/24 MPG22/32 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)240, 9?, 9
Tire (rear if not all the same)235/50-18245/40-19
Total Price$34,105$33,200
Adjustments for Features0-3,620
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$34,105$29,580
Total Invoice$32,158$31,837
Adjustments for Features0-3,471
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$32,158$28,366

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Features Comparison: Buick LaCrosse vs. Chevrolet Malibu

Model Year20082016
ModelLaCrosseMalibu
TrimSuperPremier
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
4-speed automatic$800 
8-speed manually-shiftable automatic $1300
FWD$0$0
Accessories 
AC power outlet $100
Heated steering wheel $100
Proximity key $250
Remote app $25
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Brake assist $50
Front side airbags $350
Knee airbag, driver $75
Knee airbag, passenger $75
Obstacle detection, rear$250 
Rear side airbags $300
Rearview camera $200
Rollover sensor $50
Safety key $5
Temporary spare tire$150 
Vehicle health reports $0
Cargo Management 
Cargo mat $40
Climate Control 
Rear air vents $100
Exterior 
Bodyside moldings$75 
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) $25
Panoramic sunroof $1200
Rear spoiler$200 
Sunroof$900 
Infotainment 
4G LTE connectivity $0
Android Auto support $100
App support $0
Apple CarPlay support $100
Audio controls on steering wheel $125
Aux input $50
Bluetooth audio streaming $25
Bluetooth cell phone link $100
CD player$125 
MP3-compatible player$50 
Navigation system $600
SMS text-to-speech reader $25
USB port $25
Voice control for external devices $0
Voice control for nav and audio $100
Wi-Fi hotspot $50
Wireless charging station $75
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Fog lights$125 
Interior ambient lighting $150
Turn signals on or near mirrors $25
Seats and Interior Trim 
Cooled or ventilated front seats $300
Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat $100
Power recliner, driver seat $100
Power recliner, passenger seat $100
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat$100 
Upgraded floor mats $0
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Sport suspension (upgrade)$0 
Total Value of Features$2,775$6,395
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$3,620
Value of Feature Adjustments0-3,471

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Specifications Comparison: Buick LaCrosse vs. Chevrolet Malibu

Model Year20082016
ModelLaCrosseMalibu
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase110.5 in111.4 in
Length198.1 in193.8 in
Width73.0 in73.0 in
Height57.4 in57.7 in
Curb Weight3,770 lb.3,388 lb.
Fuel Capacity17.5 gal.13.0 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.4 in39.1 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room57.2 in58.5 in
Row 1 Hip Room55.3 in54.1 in
Row 1 Legroom42.3 in42.0 in
Row 2 Headroom37.2 in37.5 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room57.0 in57.1 in
Row 2 Hip Room54.6 in53.4 in
Row 2 Legroom37.6 in38.1 in
Cargo Volume16.0 ft315.8 ft3

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Option Package Details
Chevrolet Malibu Premier

Panoramic sunroof
FeatureValueRequested?
Panoramic sunroof1200No
Universal garage door opener100Yes
Upgraded floor mats0No
Total Requested1008%
Total Not Requested120092%

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