Cadillac CTS Cadillac CTS 2017 Chevrolet Malibu Chevrolet Malibu 2017

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

Join Us

Cadillac CTS 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.

Cadillac CTS vs. Chevrolet Malibu Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $36,865

Chevrolet Malibu Premier   
Difference: $26,870

Lowest Total Invoice: $35,174

Chevrolet Malibu Premier   
Difference: $25,212

Calculate Payments

  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year201720172017
ModelCTSCTSMalibu
TrimPremium LuxuryV-Sport Premium LuxuryPremier
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $59,195 $70,795 $30,975
Base Invoice $56,235 $67,255 $29,736
Technology Package 2,850    
Metallic paint (extra cost) 595 595  
Engine-block heater 100 100 100
Sun and Wheels Package     2,270
Driver Confidence Package     1,195
Driver Confidence Package II     995
Cargo net     60
Illuminated door sill trim plates     395
Technology Package 2,537    
Metallic paint (extra cost) 530 530  
Engine-block heater 89 89 91
Sun and Wheels Package     2,066
Driver Confidence Package     1,087
Driver Confidence Package II     905
Cargo net     55
Illuminated door sill trim plates     359
Options (change) 3,545 695 5,015
Options (change) 3,156 619 4,563
Destination 995 995 875
Total Price $63,735 $72,485 $36,865
Total Invoice $60,386 $68,869 $35,174

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 Cadillac CTS 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: Cadillac CTS vs. Chevrolet Malibu

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Chevrolet Malibu Premier
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $21,370
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $20,001
Model Year201720172017
ModelCTSCTSMalibu
TrimPremium LuxuryV-Sport Premium LuxuryPremier
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine335hp V6420hp V6250hp I4
TransmissionT8T8T9
DrivetrainRWDRWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 13?, 13?, 9
Tire (rear if not all the same)245/40-18245/40-18245/40-19
Total Price$63,735$72,485$36,865
Adjustments for Features-5,500-6,1250
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$58,235$66,360$36,865
Cost Above Minimum$0$8,125$0
Total Invoice$60,386$68,869$35,174
Adjustments for Features-5,211-5,8190
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$55,175$63,050$35,174
Cost Above Minimum$0$7,875$0

Return to top

Features Comparison: Cadillac CTS vs. Chevrolet Malibu

Model Year201720172017
ModelCTSCTSMalibu
TrimPremium LuxuryV-Sport Premium LuxuryPremier
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
8-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1300$1300 
9-speed manually-shiftable automatic  $1400
RWD$0$0 
FWD  $0
Accessories 
Active noise reduction$0$0 
Electronic engine sound enhancement $0 
Sunshade, rear, power$225$225 
Sunshades, second row$125$125 
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual  $250
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power$350$350 
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Around view cameras$500$500 
Backup collision intervention$150$150 
Dedicated short-range radio communications (DSRC)$0$0 
Lane departure prevention, steering-based  $200
Lane keeping assist$400$400 
Pedestrian detection  $50
Rearview camera  $200
Rollover sensor  $50
Tires, run-flat$150$150 
Vehicle-to-infrastructure (V2I) communication$0$0 
Vehicle-to-vehicle (V2V) communication$0$0 
Cargo Management 
Cargo mat  $40
Rear seat pass-through$100$100 
Climate Control 
Rain-sensing wipers$175$175 
Rear air vents  $100
Rear air vents with automatic controls$250$250 
Variable intermittent wipers  $75
Drivetrain 
Active rear differential $500 
Engine / Motor 
Automatic start / stop$150  
Exterior 
Laminated rear side windows$100$100 
Tow hook(s), front$40$40 
Infotainment 
HD radio$50$50 
Surround sound$250$250 
Traffic information$25$25 
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Approach detection$25$25 
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror$75$75 
Boost gauge $75 
Head-up display (HUD)$350$350 
Large color reconfigurable instrument cluster display$250$250 
Rear camera mirror$200$200 
Steering-linked headlights$150$150 
Xenon HID headlights$500$500 
Seats and Interior Trim 
Coordinated climate control, front seats$0$0 
Heated second row seats$200$200 
Manual thigh support length adjuster, driver seat$50$50 
Manual thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat$50$50 
Metal pedals$75$75 
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat$150$150 
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat$150$150 
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat  $100
Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat  $100
Power seatback bolsters, driver seat$100$100 
Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat$100$100 
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat$100$100 
Upgraded floor mats  $0
Upholstered instrument panel$300$300 
Wood trim$300$300 
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Adaptive dampers - electrical$500$500 
Alloy wheels$350 $350
Electronic systems calibration selector $200 
Machined alloy wheels $350 
Sport suspension (upgrade) $0 
Transmission 
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls$100$100 
Total Value of Features$8,415$9,040$2,915
Value of Feature Adjustments$5,500$6,125$0
Value of Feature Adjustments-5,211-5,8190

Return to top

Specifications Comparison: Cadillac CTS vs. Chevrolet Malibu

Model Year20172017
ModelCTSMalibu
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase114.6 in111.4 in
Length195.5 in193.8 in
Width72.2 in73.0 in
Height57.2 in57.7 in
Curb Weight3,656 lb.3,087 lb.
Fuel Capacity19.0 gal.13.0 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.2 in39.1 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room56.9 in58.5 in
Row 1 Hip Room53.8 in54.1 in
Row 1 Legroom42.6 in42.0 in
Row 2 Headroom37.5 in37.5 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room54.8 in57.1 in
Row 2 Hip Room53.3 in53.4 in
Row 2 Legroom35.4 in38.1 in
Cargo Volume13.7 ft315.8 ft3

Return to top

Option Package Details
Cadillac CTS Premium Luxury

Technology Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system0Yes
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed700Yes
Automatic braking, low-speed200Yes
Automatic braking, high-speed or partial200Yes
Backup collision intervention150No
Leather upholstery, extended coverage0No
Manual thigh support length adjuster, driver seat50No
Power seatback bolsters, driver seat100No
Manual thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat50No
Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat100No
Metal pedals75No
Large color reconfigurable instrument cluster display250No
Alarm100No
Wheel locks25No
Laminated rear side windows100No
Total Requested110052%
Total Not Requested100048%

Option Package Details
Chevrolet Malibu Premier

Sun and Wheels Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Universal garage door opener100Yes
Panoramic sunroof1200Yes
245/40R19 tires400No
Upgraded floor mats0No
Total Requested130076%
Total Not Requested40024%
Driver Confidence Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Obstacle detection, front150Yes
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Auto-dimming headlights200Yes
Lane departure warning system200Yes
Blind spot warning system200Yes
Rear cross-traffic detection100Yes
Automatic braking, low-speed200Yes
Forward collision warning200Yes
Lane departure prevention system, steering-based200Yes
Pedestrian detection50No
Following distance indicator25Yes
Total Requested172597%
Total Not Requested503%
Driver Confidence Package II
FeatureValueRequested?
Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system0Yes
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed700Yes
Semi-automated parking system500Yes
Automatic braking, high-speed or partial200Yes
Total Requested1400100%
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, Wagons, and Coupes.
See TrueDelta's information for all Cadillac models.