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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: $34,105

Buick LaCrosse Super   
Difference: $180

Lowest Total Invoice: $32,158

Buick LaCrosse Super   
Difference: $669

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20082018
ModelLaCrosseMalibu
TrimSuperPremier
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $32,380 $30,975
Base Invoice $30,599 $29,736
Engine-block heater 75 100
Sunroof 900  
Sun and Wheels Package   2,270
Cargo net   65
Engine-block heater 62 91
Sunroof 747  
Sun and Wheels Package   2,066
Cargo net   59
Options (change) 975 2,435
Options (change) 809 2,216
Destination 750 875
Total Price $34,105 $34,285
Total Invoice $32,158 $32,827

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Buick LaCrosse vs. Chevrolet Malibu

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Chevrolet Malibu Premier
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $3,540
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $2,893
Model Year20082018
ModelLaCrosseMalibu
TrimSuperPremier
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine300hp V8250hp I4
TransmissionA4T9
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$34,285
Adjustments for Features0-3,720
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$34,105$30,565
Total Invoice$32,158$32,827
Adjustments for Features0-3,562
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$32,158$29,265

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Features Comparison: Buick LaCrosse vs. Chevrolet Malibu

Model Year20082018
ModelLaCrosseMalibu
TrimSuperPremier
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
4-speed automatic$800 
9-speed manually-shiftable automatic $1400
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$6,495
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$3,720
Value of Feature Adjustments0-3,562

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Specifications Comparison: Buick LaCrosse vs. Chevrolet Malibu

Model Year20082018
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.15.8 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

Sun and Wheels Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Universal garage door opener100Yes
Panoramic sunroof1200No
245/40R19 tires400No
Upgraded floor mats0No
Total Requested1006%
Total Not Requested160094%

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