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Chevrolet Malibu Classic vs. Dodge Nitro Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Chevrolet Malibu Classic vs. Dodge Nitro Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $23,090

Chevrolet Malibu Classic LT   
Difference: $4,215

Lowest Total Invoice: $21,714

Chevrolet Malibu Classic LT   
Difference: $4,629

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20082010
ModelMalibu ClassicNitro
TrimLTSXT
Body4dr Sedan4dr SUV
Base Price $20,320 $23,235
Base Invoice $19,304 $22,573
Front Seating Package 450  
Luxury and Convenience Package 595  
Satellite radio 200  
Engine-block heater 75 35
Sunroof 800 895
4.0L V6   1,000
245/50R20   1,395
Front Seating Package 374  
Luxury and Convenience Package 494  
Satellite radio 166  
Engine-block heater 62 32
Sunroof 664 814
4.0L V6   910
245/50R20   1,269
Options (change) 2,120 3,325
Options (change) 1,760 3,025
Destination 650 745
Total Price $23,090 $27,305
Total Invoice $21,714 $26,343

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu Classic vs. Dodge Nitro

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Chevrolet Malibu Classic LT
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $1,660
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $2,164
Model Year20082010
ModelMalibu ClassicNitro
TrimLTSXT
Body4dr Sedan4dr SUV
Engine219hp V6260hp V6
TransmissionT4T5
DrivetrainFWDRWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)18/28 MPG16/21 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 6?, 6
Tire (rear if not all the same)215/60-16245/50-20
Total Price$23,090$27,305
Adjustments for Features0-2,555
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$23,090$24,750
Total Invoice$21,714$26,343
Adjustments for Features0-2,465
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$21,714$23,878

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Features Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu Classic vs. Dodge Nitro

Model Year20082010
ModelMalibu ClassicNitro
TrimLTSXT
Body4dr Sedan4dr SUV
Transmission and Drivetrain 
4-speed manually-shiftable automatic$900 
5-speed manually-shiftable automatic $1000
FWD$0 
RWD $0
Accessories 
AC power outlet $100
Tilt steering wheel, manual $150
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual$250 
Universal garage door opener $100
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Brake assist $50
Rollover sensor $50
Stability control $400
Cargo Management 
Cargo area rails w/tie downs $50
Roof rails $250
Sliding load floor $275
Climate Control 
Rear wiper $175
Exterior 
Deep-tinted rear windows $275
Rear bumper protector $40
Tow hook(s), front $40
Tow hook(s), rear $25
Wheel-lip moldings $75
Infotainment 
Aux input $50
MP3-compatible player $50
Satellite radio$200 
Satellite radio - one year subscription $250
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Automatic headlights$125 
Automatic-off headlights $25
Heated mirrors $25
Seats and Interior Trim 
Folding passenger seat $150
Heated front seats$200 
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat$50 
Manual recliner, second row seats $75
Stain-resistant fabric $100
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Alloy-look steel wheels$100 
Chrome-clad alloy wheels $600
Sport suspension (upgrade) $0
Total Value of Features$1,825$4,380
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$2,555
Value of Feature Adjustments0-2,465

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See a complete comparison of Chevrolet Malibu Classic vs. Dodge Nitro features.

Specifications Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu Classic vs. Dodge Nitro

Model Year20082010
ModelMalibu ClassicNitro
Body4dr Sedan4dr SUV
Wheelbase106.3 in108.8 in
Length188.3 in178.9 in
Width69.9 in73.1 in
Height57.5 in69.9 in
Curb Weight3,297 lb.3,971 lb.
Fuel Capacity16.3 gal.19.5 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.6 in40.6 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room56.7 in57.2 in
Row 1 Hip Room53.2 in56.8 in
Row 1 Legroom41.9 in40.8 in
Row 2 Headroom37.6 in40.8 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room56.1 in56.4 in
Row 2 Hip Room52.4 in47.4 in
Row 2 Legroom38.5 in37.7 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum		15.4 ft332.1 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum		15.465.2 ft3

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See a complete comparison of Chevrolet Malibu Classic vs. Dodge Nitro specs.

Option Package Details
Chevrolet Malibu Classic LT

Front Seating Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Heated front seats200No
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Total Requested20050%
Total Not Requested20050%
Luxury and Convenience Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Illuminated visor mirror, passenger40Yes
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Fog lights125Yes
Compass0Yes
Alloy-look steel wheels100No
Total Requested31576%
Total Not Requested10024%

Option Package Details
Dodge Nitro SXT

245/50R20 tires
FeatureValueRequested?
245/50R20 tires400No
Sport suspension (upgrade)250No
Chrome-clad alloy wheels250No
Total Requested00%
Total Not Requested900100%
4.0L V6
OHC-4v
260 hp@5200
265 lb-ft@4000
FeatureValueRequested?
4.0L V6
OHC-4v
260 hp@5200
265 lb-ft@4000		1000Yes
5-speed manually-shiftable automatic0Yes
Total Requested1000100%
Total Not Requested00%

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