Chevrolet Cruze Chevrolet Cruze 2011 Chevrolet Malibu Chevrolet Malibu 2007

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

Join Us

Chevrolet Cruze 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.

Chevrolet Cruze vs. Chevrolet Malibu Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $23,695

Chevrolet Cruze LT   
Difference: $1,755

Lowest Total Invoice: $22,616

Chevrolet Cruze LT   
Difference: $1,341

Calculate Payments

  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year201120112007
ModelCruzeCruzeMalibu
TrimLTLTZLTZ
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $18,425 $22,225 $23,675
Base Invoice $17,688 $21,336 $22,373
Driver Convenience Package 475    
Machined alloy wheels 0    
2LT Equipment Group 2,500    
RS Package 695 695  
Sunroof 850 850 800
Satellite radio     325
Driver Convenience Package 418    
Machined alloy wheels 0    
2LT Equipment Group 2,400    
RS Package 612 612  
Sunroof 748 748 664
Satellite radio     270
Options (change) 4,520 1,545 1,125
Options (change) 4,178 1,360 934
Destination 750 750 650
Total Price $23,695 $24,520 $25,450
Total Invoice $22,616 $23,446 $23,957

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 Chevrolet Cruze 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: Chevrolet Cruze vs. Chevrolet Malibu

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Chevrolet Cruze LT
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $2,715
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $2,257
Model Year201120112007
ModelCruzeCruzeMalibu
TrimLTLTZLTZ
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine138hp I4138hp I4217hp V6
TransmissionT6T6T4
DrivetrainFWDFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 6?, 6?, 6
Tire (rear if not all the same)215/60-16225/45-18225/50-17
Total Price$23,695$24,520$25,450
Adjustments for Features-960-1,3100
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$22,735$23,210$25,450
Cost Above Minimum$0$475$0
Total Invoice$22,616$23,446$23,957
Adjustments for Features-916-1,2530
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$21,700$22,193$23,957
Cost Above Minimum$0$493$0

Return to top

Features Comparison: Chevrolet Cruze vs. Chevrolet Malibu

Model Year201120112007
ModelCruzeCruzeMalibu
TrimLTLTZLTZ
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1100$1100 
4-speed manually-shiftable automatic  $900
FWD$0$0$0
Accessories 
Power-adjustable pedals  $125
Universal garage door opener  $100
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
4-wheel disc brakes $150$150
Brake assist$50$50 
Knee airbag, driver$75$75 
Knee airbag, passenger$75$75 
Obstacle detection, rear$250$250 
Rear side airbags$300$300 
Rollover sensor$50$50 
Stability control$400$400 
Tire-pressure monitor$75$75 
Cargo Management 
Cargo net  $40
Climate Control 
Automatic climate control, front $200$200
Interior air filter$0$0 
Exterior 
Body kit$0$0 
Bodyside moldings  $75
Infotainment 
Aux input$50$50 
Bluetooth cell phone link$100$100 
MP3-compatible player$50$50 
Telematics service, such as OnStar  $200
Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation$225$225 
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Compass  $0
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row$50$50 
Folding passenger seat  $150
Manual height adjuster, passenger seat$50$50 
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat  $50
Manual tilt adjuster, passenger seat$50$50 
Synthetic suede inserts in leather seating surfaces  $0
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Alloy wheels $350 
Machined alloy wheels$350  
Polished alloy wheels  $350
Sport suspension (upgrade) $0 
Total Value of Features$3,300$3,650$2,340
Value of Feature Adjustments$960$1,310$0
Value of Feature Adjustments-916-1,2530

Return to top

Specifications Comparison: Chevrolet Cruze vs. Chevrolet Malibu

Model Year20112007
ModelCruzeMalibu
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase105.7 in106.3 in
Length181.0 in188.3 in
Width70.7 in69.9 in
Height58.1 in57.5 in
Curb Weight3,103 lb.3,298 lb.
Fuel Capacity15.6 gal.16.3 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.3 in39.6 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room54.8 in56.7 in
Row 1 Hip Room53.0 in53.2 in
Row 1 Legroom42.2 in41.9 in
Row 2 Headroom37.9 in37.6 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room53.9 in56.1 in
Row 2 Hip Room52.4 in52.4 in
Row 2 Legroom35.4 in38.5 in
Cargo Volume15.4 ft315.4 ft3

Return to top

Option Package Details
Chevrolet Cruze LT

Driver Convenience Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Heated mirrors25Yes
Illuminated visor mirror, driver40Yes
Illuminated visor mirror, passenger40Yes
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Obstacle detection, rear250No
Total Requested25550%
Total Not Requested25050%
2LT Equipment Group
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Heated front seats200Yes
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power height adjuster, driver seat50Yes
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat50Yes
Remote start150Yes
USB port25No
Audio controls on steering wheel125Yes
Cruise control150Yes
Leather-wrapped steering wheel150Yes
Bluetooth cell phone link100No
Total Requested187594%
Total Not Requested1256%
RS Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Fog lights125Yes
Body kit0No
Rear spoiler200Yes
Upgraded instruments0No
Total Requested325100%
Total Not Requested00%

Option Package Details
Chevrolet Cruze LTZ

RS Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Fog lights125Yes
Body kit0No
Rear spoiler200Yes
Total Requested325100%
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 Hatchbacks, Wagons, and Sedans.
See TrueDelta's information for all Chevrolet models.