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Chevrolet Malibu Classic vs. Chevrolet Cobalt Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Chevrolet Malibu Classic vs. Chevrolet Cobalt Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $19,060

Chevrolet Cobalt LT   
Difference: $3,350

Lowest Total Invoice: $17,923

Chevrolet Cobalt LT   
Difference: $3,226

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year2008200920092009
ModelMalibu ClassicCobaltCobaltCobalt
TrimLTLT2LTSS
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $20,320 $16,460 $18,860 $23,425
Base Invoice $19,304 $15,555 $17,667 $22,137
Satellite radio 200      
Engine-block heater 75 75 75 75
Rear spoiler 175 275 275 275
Sunroof 800     750
Remote start 190      
Sun and Wheel Package   995    
Audio controls on steering wheel   245 245  
Cruise control   275    
Temporary spare tire   75 75 75
Sun and Sound Package     995  
Satellite radio 166      
Engine-block heater 62 66 66 66
Rear spoiler 145 242 242 242
Sunroof 664     660
Remote start 158      
Sun and Wheel Package   876    
Audio controls on steering wheel   216 216  
Cruise control   242    
Temporary spare tire   66 66 66
Sun and Sound Package     876  
Options (change) 1,440 1,940 1,665 1,175
Options (change) 1,195 1,708 1,466 1,034
Destination 650 660 660 660
Total Price $22,410 $19,060 $21,185 $25,260
Total Invoice $21,149 $17,923 $19,793 $23,831

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu Classic vs. Chevrolet Cobalt

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Chevrolet Cobalt LT
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $2,635
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $2,551
Model Year2008200920092009
ModelMalibu ClassicCobaltCobaltCobalt
TrimLTLT2LTSS
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine219hp V6155hp I4155hp I4260hp I4
TransmissionT4M5A4M5
DrivetrainFWDFWDFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 6?, 4228, 7228, 7
Tire (rear if not all the same)215/60-16205/55-16205/55-16225/40-18
Total Price$22,410$19,060$21,185$25,260
Adjustments for Features-7150-1,065-1,240
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$21,695$19,060$20,120$24,020
Cost Above Minimum$0$0$1,060$4,960
Total Invoice$21,149$17,923$19,793$23,831
Adjustments for Features-6750-995-1,170
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$20,474$17,923$18,798$22,661
Cost Above Minimum$0$0$875$4,738

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Features Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu Classic vs. Chevrolet Cobalt

Model Year2008200920092009
ModelMalibu ClassicCobaltCobaltCobalt
TrimLTLT2LTSS
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
4-speed manually-shiftable automatic$900   
5-speed manual $0 $0
4-speed automatic  $800 
FWD$0$0$0$0
Accessories 
Remote start$150 $150 
Tilt steering wheel, manual $150$150$150
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual$250   
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
4-wheel disc brakes$150  $150
Stability control   $400
Cargo Management 
Cargo net  $40$40
Climate Control 
Interior air filter $0$0$0
Exterior 
Bodyside moldings$75$75$75 
Infotainment 
Aux input $50$50$50
Bluetooth cell phone link $100$100$100
MP3-compatible player $50$50$50
Telematics service, such as OnStar $200$200 
Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation   $225
USB port   $25
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Boost gauge   $75
Illuminated visor mirror, driver$50   
Visor mirror, driver $10$10$10
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), front row$75 $75 
Manual height adjuster, driver seat $50$50$50
Power height adjuster, driver seat$100   
Synthetic suede inserts in seating surfaces   $450
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Machined alloy wheels $350$350$350
Performance steering system (optional)   $0
Ultra-sport suspension (upgrade)   $0
Transmission 
Launch control   $100
No-lift shift   $50
Short-throw shifter (optional)   $0
Total Value of Features$1,750$1,035$2,100$2,275
Value of Feature Adjustments$715$0$1,065$1,240
Value of Feature Adjustments-6750-995-1,170

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Specifications Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu Classic vs. Chevrolet Cobalt

Model Year20082009
ModelMalibu ClassicCobalt
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase106.3 in103.3 in
Length188.3 in180.5 in
Width69.9 in67.9 in
Height57.5 in57.1 in
Curb Weight3,298 lb.2,781 lb.
Fuel Capacity16.3 gal.13.0 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.6 in38.5 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room56.7 in53.0 in
Row 1 Hip Room53.2 in49.5 in
Row 1 Legroom41.9 in41.8 in
Row 2 Headroom37.6 in37.7 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room56.1 in51.4 in
Row 2 Hip Room52.4 in49.6 in
Row 2 Legroom38.5 in33.7 in
Cargo Volume15.4 ft313.9 ft3

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Option Package Details
Chevrolet Cobalt LT

Audio controls on steering wheel
FeatureValueRequested?
Audio controls on steering wheel125Yes
Leather-wrapped steering wheel150Yes
Bluetooth cell phone link100No
Total Requested27573%
Total Not Requested10027%
Sun and Wheel Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Antilock brakes (ABS)400Yes
Traction control100Yes
205/55R16 tires400No
Sunroof900Yes
Map lights25No
Machined alloy wheels350No
Total Requested140064%
Total Not Requested77536%

Option Package Details
Chevrolet Cobalt 2LT

Audio controls on steering wheel
FeatureValueRequested?
Audio controls on steering wheel125Yes
Leather-wrapped steering wheel150Yes
Bluetooth cell phone link100No
Total Requested27573%
Total Not Requested10027%
Sun and Sound Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Sunroof900Yes
Map lights25No
Pioneer, 228W, 7 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Total Requested90071%
Total Not Requested37529%

Option Package Details
Chevrolet Cobalt SS

Sunroof
FeatureValueRequested?
Sunroof900Yes
Map lights25No
Total Requested90097%
Total Not Requested253%

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