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Chevrolet Equinox vs. Chevrolet Malibu Limited Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Chevrolet Equinox vs. Chevrolet Malibu Limited Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $32,115

Chevrolet Malibu Limited LTZ   
Difference: $1,235

Lowest Total Invoice: $30,298

Chevrolet Malibu Limited LTZ   
Difference: $592

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20092016
ModelEquinoxMalibu Limited
TrimSportLTZ
Body4dr SUV4dr Sedan
Base Price $29,445 $28,420
Base Invoice $27,531 $26,857
Sport, Sun, Leather, and Sound Pkg. 990  
Engine-block heater 75 75
Navigation system 2,145 495
Electronics and Entertainment Package   1,850
Rear spoiler   400
Sport, Sun, Leather, and Sound Pkg. 822  
Engine-block heater 62 68
Navigation system 1,780 450
Electronics and Entertainment Package   1,684
Rear spoiler   364
Options (change) 3,210 2,820
Options (change) 2,664 2,566
Destination 695 875
Total Price $33,350 $32,115
Total Invoice $30,890 $30,298

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Chevrolet Equinox vs. Chevrolet Malibu Limited

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Chevrolet Malibu Limited LTZ
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $3,950
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $3,153
Model Year20092016
ModelEquinoxMalibu Limited
TrimSportLTZ
Body4dr SUV4dr Sedan
Engine264hp V6202hp I4
TransmissionT6T6
DrivetrainFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)16/24 MPG24/34 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)260, 7?, 9
Tire (rear if not all the same)235/50-18215/60-16
Total Price$33,350$32,115
Adjustments for Features0-2,715
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$33,350$29,400
Total Invoice$30,890$30,298
Adjustments for Features0-2,561
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$30,890$27,737

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Features Comparison: Chevrolet Equinox vs. Chevrolet Malibu Limited

Model Year20092016
ModelEquinoxMalibu Limited
TrimSportLTZ
Body4dr SUV4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1100$1100
FWD$0$0
Accessories 
AC power outlet $100
Remote app $25
Remote keyless entry $225
Remote keyless entry, extended range$225 
Tilt steering wheel, manual$150 
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual $250
Universal garage door opener $100
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Brake assist $50
Front side airbags $350
Knee airbag, driver $75
Knee airbag, passenger $75
Rear side airbags $300
Rearview camera $200
Vehicle health reports $0
Cargo Management 
Cargo shelf, height-adjustable$100 
Overhead sunglass holder $25
Purse holder$0 
Climate Control 
Automatic climate control, front $200
Dual-zone climate control $125
Interior air filter $0
Rear wiper$175 
Engine / Motor 
Automatic start / stop $150
Exterior 
Bodyside moldings$75 
Deep-tinted rear windows$275 
Laminated front side windows $200
Rear bumper protector$40 
Infotainment 
4G LTE connectivity $0
App support $0
Bluetooth audio streaming $25
MP3-compatible player $50
Siri Eyes Free support $0
SMS text-to-speech reader $25
Telematics service, such as OnStar$200 
Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation $225
USB port $25
Voice control for external devices $0
Voice control for nav and audio $100
Wi-Fi hotspot $50
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Heated mirrors $25
Illuminated visor mirror, driver $50
Illuminated visor mirror, passenger $50
Interior ambient lighting $150
Mirror tilt-down in reverse $25
Turn signals on or near mirrors $25
Visor mirror, driver$10 
Visor mirror, passenger$10 
Seats and Interior Trim 
Door sill trim plates $100
Manual fore-aft adjuster, second row seats$75 
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat$50 
Manual recliner, second row seats$75 
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat $150
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat $150
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat $100
Power height adjuster, passenger seat $100
Power recliner, driver seat $100
Power recliner, passenger seat $100
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat $100
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Alloy wheels $350
Performance steering system (optional)$0 
Polished alloy wheels$350 
Sport suspension (upgrade)$0 
Total Value of Features$2,910$5,625
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$2,715
Value of Feature Adjustments0-2,561

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Specifications Comparison: Chevrolet Equinox vs. Chevrolet Malibu Limited

Model Year20092016
ModelEquinoxMalibu Limited
Body4dr SUV4dr Sedan
Wheelbase112.5 in107.8 in
Length188.8 in191.5 in
Width71.4 in73.0 in
Height69.3 in57.6 in
Curb Weight3,810 lb.3,393 lb.
Fuel Capacity17.0 gal.18.5 gal.
Row 1 Headroom40.9 in39.0 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room55.7 in57.5 in
Row 1 Hip Room51.1 in55.0 in
Row 1 Legroom41.2 in42.1 in
Row 2 Headroom40.1 in37.5 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room55.9 in57.1 in
Row 2 Hip Room51.3 in54.3 in
Row 2 Legroom41.2 in36.8 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum
35.7 ft316.3 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum
67.1 ft316.3 ft3

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Option Package Details
Chevrolet Equinox Sport

Sport, Sun, Leather, and Sound Pkg.
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Sunroof900Yes
Pioneer, 260W, 7 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Total Requested180084%
Total Not Requested35016%

Option Package Details
Chevrolet Malibu Limited LTZ

Navigation system
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
Voice control for nav and audio75No
Speed limit information0No
Total Requested60089%
Total Not Requested7511%
Electronics and Entertainment Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Sunroof900Yes
Universal garage door opener100No
Rearview camera200No
AC power outlet100No
Mirror tilt-down in reverse25No
Pioneer, 9 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Total Requested90054%
Total Not Requested77546%

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