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Chevrolet Equinox vs. Chevrolet Malibu Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Chevrolet Equinox vs. Chevrolet Malibu Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $32,235

Chevrolet Equinox Sport   
Difference: $965

Lowest Total Invoice: $29,812

Chevrolet Equinox Sport   
Difference: $2,025

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20082016
ModelEquinoxMalibu
TrimSportPremier
Body4dr SUV4dr Sedan
Base Price $28,115 $30,920
Base Invoice $26,288 $29,683
Sport, Sun, Leather, and Sound Pkg. 890  
Side curtain airbags 395  
Engine-block heater 75 75
Navigation system 2,145  
Cargo net   60
Panoramic sunroof   1,270
Sport, Sun, Leather, and Sound Pkg. 739  
Side curtain airbags 328  
Engine-block heater 62 68
Navigation system 1,780  
Cargo net   55
Panoramic sunroof   1,156
Options (change) 3,505 1,405
Options (change) 2,909 1,279
Destination 615 875
Total Price $32,235 $33,200
Total Invoice $29,812 $31,837

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Chevrolet Equinox vs. Chevrolet Malibu

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Chevrolet Malibu Premier
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $2,520
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $1,317
Model Year20082016
ModelEquinoxMalibu
TrimSportPremier
Body4dr SUV4dr Sedan
Engine264hp V6250hp I4
TransmissionT6T8
DrivetrainFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)16/24 MPG22/32 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)260, 7?, 9
Tire (rear if not all the same)235/50-18245/40-19
Total Price$32,235$33,200
Adjustments for Features0-3,485
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$32,235$29,715
Total Invoice$29,812$31,837
Adjustments for Features0-3,342
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$29,812$28,495

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Features Comparison: Chevrolet Equinox vs. Chevrolet Malibu

Model Year20082016
ModelEquinoxMalibu
TrimSportPremier
Body4dr SUV4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1100 
8-speed manually-shiftable automatic $1300
FWD$0$0
Accessories 
AC power outlet $100
Heated steering wheel $100
Proximity key $250
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
Safety key $5
Temporary spare tire$150 
Vehicle health reports $0
Cargo Management 
Cargo mat $40
Cargo shelf, height-adjustable$100 
Purse holder$0 
Climate Control 
Automatic climate control, front $200
Dual-zone climate control $125
Interior air filter $0
Rear air vents $100
Rear wiper$175 
Exterior 
Bodyside moldings$75 
Deep-tinted rear windows$275 
Laminated front side windows $200
Panoramic sunroof $1200
Rear bumper protector$40 
Rear spoiler$200 
Sunroof$900 
Infotainment 
4G LTE connectivity $0
Android Auto support $100
App support $0
Apple CarPlay support $100
Bluetooth audio streaming $25
Bluetooth cell phone link $100
CD player$125 
MP3-compatible player$50 
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
Wireless charging station $75
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Fog lights$125 
Heated mirrors $25
Illuminated visor mirror, driver $50
Illuminated visor mirror, passenger $50
Interior ambient lighting $150
Turn signals on or near mirrors $25
Visor mirror, driver$10 
Visor mirror, passenger$10 
Seats and Interior Trim 
Cooled or ventilated front seats $300
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 
Memory system, driver seat $200
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat $100
Power height adjuster, passenger seat $100
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat $100
Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat $100
Power recliner, driver seat $100
Power recliner, passenger seat $100
Upgraded floor mats $0
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Alloy wheels $350
Performance steering system (optional)$0 
Polished alloy wheels$350 
Sport suspension (upgrade)$0 
Total Value of Features$4,460$7,945
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$3,485
Value of Feature Adjustments0-3,342

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Specifications Comparison: Chevrolet Equinox vs. Chevrolet Malibu

Model Year20082016
ModelEquinoxMalibu
Body4dr SUV4dr Sedan
Wheelbase112.5 in111.4 in
Length188.8 in193.8 in
Width71.4 in73.0 in
Height69.3 in57.7 in
Curb Weight3,907 lb.3,388 lb.
Fuel Capacity17.0 gal.13.0 gal.
Row 1 Headroom40.9 in39.1 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room55.7 in58.5 in
Row 1 Hip Room51.1 in54.1 in
Row 1 Legroom41.2 in42.0 in
Row 2 Headroom40.1 in37.5 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room55.9 in57.1 in
Row 2 Hip Room51.4 in53.4 in
Row 2 Legroom40.2 in38.1 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum
35.7 ft315.8 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum
67.1 ft315.8 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 Premier

Panoramic sunroof
FeatureValueRequested?
Panoramic sunroof1200No
Universal garage door opener100No
Upgraded floor mats0No
Total Requested00%
Total Not Requested1300100%

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