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

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Chevrolet Malibu Classic vs. Chevrolet Sonic Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $19,545

Chevrolet Sonic LT   
Difference: $2,950

Lowest Total Invoice: $18,749

Chevrolet Sonic LT   
Difference: $2,471

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year200820182018
ModelMalibu ClassicSonicSonic
TrimLTLTPremier
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $20,320 $17,695 $19,795
Base Invoice $19,304 $16,987 $19,003
Front Seating Package 450    
Engine-block heater 75 100 100
Satellite radio 200    
Sunroof 800   850
Convenience Package   875  
Front Seating Package 374    
Engine-block heater 62 91 91
Satellite radio 166    
Sunroof 664   774
Convenience Package   796  
Options (change) 1,525 975 950
Options (change) 1,266 887 865
Destination 650 875 875
Total Price $22,495 $19,545 $21,620
Total Invoice $21,220 $18,749 $20,743

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu Classic vs. Chevrolet Sonic

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Chevrolet Sonic LT
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $3,835
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $3,320
Model Year200820182018
ModelMalibu ClassicSonicSonic
TrimLTLTPremier
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine219hp V6138hp I4138hp I4
TransmissionT4M6M6
DrivetrainFWDFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 6?, 6?, 6
Tire (rear if not all the same)215/60-16195/65-15205/50-17
Total Price$22,495$19,545$21,620
Adjustments for Features0-885-1,785
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$22,495$18,660$19,835
Cost Above Minimum$0$0$1,175
Total Invoice$21,220$18,749$20,743
Adjustments for Features0-849-1,713
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$21,220$17,900$19,030
Cost Above Minimum$0$0$1,130

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Features Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu Classic vs. Chevrolet Sonic

Model Year200820182018
ModelMalibu ClassicSonicSonic
TrimLTLTPremier
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
4-speed manually-shiftable automatic$900  
6-speed manual $150$150
FWD$0$0$0
Accessories 
Heated steering wheel $100$100
Proximity key $250$250
Remote app $25$25
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
4-wheel disc brakes$150  
Brake assist $50$50
Front side airbags $350$350
Knee airbag, driver $75$75
Knee airbag, passenger $75$75
Rear side airbags $300$300
Rearview camera $200$200
Rollover sensor $50$50
Stability control $400$400
Vehicle health reports $0$0
Climate Control 
Interior air filter $0$0
Exterior 
Bodyside moldings$75  
Sunroof$900 $900
Infotainment 
4G LTE connectivity $0$0
Android Auto support $100$100
App support $0$0
Apple CarPlay support $100$100
Aux input $50$50
Bluetooth audio streaming $25$25
Bluetooth cell phone link $100$100
CD player$125  
SMS text-to-speech reader $25$25
Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation $225$225
USB port $25$25
Voice control for audio system $25$25
Voice control for external devices $0$0
Wi-Fi hotspot $50$50
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Compass $0$0
Heated mirrors $25$25
Illuminated visor mirror, driver$50  
Visor mirror, driver $10$10
Seats and Interior Trim 
Floor mats, second row (optional) $0$0
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat$50  
Power recliner, driver seat $100$100
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat$100  
Synthetic leather seating surfaces  $0
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Alloy wheels $350$350
Total Value of Features$2,350$3,235$4,135
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$885$1,785
Value of Feature Adjustments0-849-1,713

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See a complete comparison of Chevrolet Malibu Classic vs. Chevrolet Sonic features.

Specifications Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu Classic vs. Chevrolet Sonic

Model Year20082018
ModelMalibu ClassicSonic
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase106.3 in99.4 in
Length188.3 in173.9 in
Width69.9 in68.3 in
Height57.5 in59.7 in
Curb Weight3,298 lb.2,774 lb.
Fuel Capacity16.3 gal.12.2 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.6 in38.7 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room56.7 in53.4 in
Row 1 Hip Room53.2 in51.4 in
Row 1 Legroom41.9 in41.8 in
Row 2 Headroom37.6 in37.8 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room56.1 in53.0 in
Row 2 Hip Room52.4 in51.6 in
Row 2 Legroom38.5 in34.6 in
Cargo Volume15.4 ft314.9 ft3

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See a complete comparison of Chevrolet Malibu Classic vs. Chevrolet Sonic specs.

Option Package Details
Chevrolet Malibu Classic LT

Front Seating Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Heated front seats200Yes
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat100No
Total Requested30075%
Total Not Requested10025%

Option Package Details
Chevrolet Sonic LT

Convenience Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Heated front seats200Yes
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power height adjuster, driver seat50Yes
Power recliner, driver seat100No
Leather-wrapped steering wheel150Yes
Heated steering wheel100No
Upgraded instruments0No
Proximity key250No
Total Requested50053%
Total Not Requested45047%

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