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Chevrolet Malibu Classic vs. Ford Taurus Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Chevrolet Malibu Classic vs. Ford Taurus Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $23,205

Chevrolet Malibu Classic LT   
Difference: $5,580

Lowest Total Invoice: $21,810

Chevrolet Malibu Classic LT   
Difference: $4,590

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year200820092009
ModelMalibu ClassicTaurusTaurus
TrimLTSELLimited
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $20,320 $26,670 $30,670
Base Invoice $19,304 $24,453 $28,053
Luxury and Convenience Package 595    
Front Seating Package 450    
Satellite radio 200    
Remote start 190 395 395
Sunroof 800 895 895
Luxury and Convenience Package 494    
Front Seating Package 374    
Satellite radio 166    
Remote start 158 343 343
Sunroof 664 779 779
Options (change) 2,235 1,290 1,290
Options (change) 1,856 1,122 1,122
Destination 650 825 825
Total Price $23,205 $28,785 $32,785
Total Invoice $21,810 $26,400 $30,000

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu Classic vs. Ford Taurus

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Chevrolet Malibu Classic LT
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $3,505
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $2,687
Model Year200820092009
ModelMalibu ClassicTaurusTaurus
TrimLTSELLimited
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine219hp V6263hp V6263hp V6
TransmissionT4A6A6
DrivetrainFWDFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)18/28 MPG18/28 MPG18/28 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 6?, 4?, 7
Tire (rear if not all the same)215/60-16215/60-17225/55-18
Total Price$23,205$28,785$32,785
Adjustments for Features0-2,075-4,515
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$23,205$26,710$28,270
Cost Above Minimum$0$0$1,560
Total Invoice$21,810$26,400$30,000
Adjustments for Features0-1,903-4,131
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$21,810$24,497$25,869
Cost Above Minimum$0$0$1,372

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Features Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu Classic vs. Ford Taurus

Model Year200820092009
ModelMalibu ClassicTaurusTaurus
TrimLTSELLimited
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
4-speed manually-shiftable automatic$900  
6-speed automatic $1000$1000
FWD$0$0$0
Accessories 
Keyless entry keypad $50$50
Power-adjustable pedals  $125
Tilt steering wheel, manual $150$150
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual$250  
Universal garage door opener  $100
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
911 assist  $25
Brake assist $50$50
Front side airbags $350$350
Obstacle detection, rear  $250
Rollover sensor $50$50
Stability control $400$400
Vehicle health reports  $0
Cargo Management 
Cargo net  $40
Overhead sunglass holder $25$25
Climate Control 
Automatic climate control, front $200$200
Dual-zone climate control $125$125
Interior air filter $0$0
Rear air vents $100$100
Exterior 
Bodyside moldings$75  
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) $25$25
Infotainment 
Aux input $50$50
Bluetooth cell phone link  $100
CD changer, in-dash $325$325
CD player$125  
MP3-compatible player $50$50
SMS text-to-speech reader  $25
USB port  $25
Voice control for audio system  $25
Voice control for external devices  $0
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Analog clock  $25
Heated mirrors $25$25
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row $50$50
Folding passenger seat $150$150
Heated front seats$200 $200
Leather seating surfaces  $900
Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat  $50
Memory system, driver seat  $200
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat $100$100
Power recliner, driver seat $100$100
Power recliner, passenger seat  $100
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Alloy-look steel wheels$100  
Chrome-clad alloy wheels  $600
Machined alloy wheels $350 
Total Value of Features$1,650$3,725$6,165
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$2,075$4,515
Value of Feature Adjustments0-1,903-4,131

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See a complete comparison of Chevrolet Malibu Classic vs. Ford Taurus features.

Specifications Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu Classic vs. Ford Taurus

Model Year20082009
ModelMalibu ClassicTaurus
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase106.3 in112.9 in
Length188.3 in200.4 in
Width69.9 in74.5 in
Height57.5 in61.5 in
Curb Weight3,297 lb.3,643 lb.
Fuel Capacity16.3 gal.20.0 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.6 in39.4 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room56.7 in57.8 in
Row 1 Hip Room53.2 in53.7 in
Row 1 Legroom41.9 in41.3 in
Row 2 Headroom37.6 in38.7 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room56.1 in57.5 in
Row 2 Hip Room52.4 in53.7 in
Row 2 Legroom38.5 in41.3 in
Cargo Volume15.4 ft321.2 ft3

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See a complete comparison of Chevrolet Malibu Classic vs. Ford Taurus specs.

Option Package Details
Chevrolet Malibu Classic LT

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%
Front Seating Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Heated front seats200Yes
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Total Requested400100%
Total Not Requested00%

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