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Chevrolet Malibu Classic vs. Honda Ridgeline Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Chevrolet Malibu Classic vs. Honda Ridgeline Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $22,420

Chevrolet Malibu Classic LT   
Difference: $13,340

Lowest Total Invoice: $21,158

Chevrolet Malibu Classic LT   
Difference: $11,607

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20082012
ModelMalibu ClassicRidgeline
TrimLTRTL
Body4dr Sedan4dr SUT
Base Price $20,320 $34,930
Base Invoice $19,304 $31,935
Front Seating Package 450  
Sunroof 800  
Satellite radio 200  
Front Seating Package 374  
Sunroof 664  
Satellite radio 166  
Options (change) 1,450 0
Options (change) 1,204 0
Destination 650 830
Total Price $22,420 $35,760
Total Invoice $21,158 $32,765

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu Classic vs. Honda Ridgeline

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Chevrolet Malibu Classic LT
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $7,020
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $5,816
Model Year20082012
ModelMalibu ClassicRidgeline
TrimLTRTL
Body4dr Sedan4dr SUT
Engine219hp V6250hp V6
TransmissionT4A5
DrivetrainFWDAWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)18/28 MPG15/21 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 6160, 7
Tire (rear if not all the same)215/60-16245/60-18
Total Price$22,420$35,760
Adjustments for Features0-6,320
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$22,420$29,440
Total Invoice$21,158$32,765
Adjustments for Features0-5,791
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$21,158$26,974

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Features Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu Classic vs. Honda Ridgeline

Model Year20082012
ModelMalibu ClassicRidgeline
TrimLTRTL
Body4dr Sedan4dr SUT
Transmission and Drivetrain 
4-speed manually-shiftable automatic$900 
5-speed automatic $900
FWD$0 
AWD $1700
Accessories 
AC power outlet $100
Power sliding rear window $250
Tilt steering wheel, manual $150
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual$250 
Universal garage door opener $100
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats $0
Brake assist $50
Front side airbags $350
Rollover sensor $50
Stability control $400
Cargo Management 
Class III trailer hitch $250
Console with shifter$150 
Console without shifter $150
Dual-action tailgate $200
Overhead sunglass holder $25
Storage compartment(s) in bed $100
Trailering equipment (7 wire) $150
Climate Control 
Automatic climate control, front $200
Dual-zone climate control $125
Interior air filter $0
Rear air vents $100
Rear defrost$200 
Wiper de-icer $25
Drivetrain 
Lockable rear differential $150
Exterior 
Bodyside moldings$75 
Deep-tinted rear windows $275
Rear bumper protector $40
Tow hook(s), front $40
Tow hook(s), rear $25
Infotainment 
Aux input $50
CD changer, in-dash $325
CD player$125 
MP3-compatible player $50
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Automatic headlights$125 
Automatic-off headlights $25
Compass $0
Fog lights $125
Heated mirrors $25
Illuminated visor mirror, passenger $50
Interior ambient lighting $150
Visor mirror, passenger$10 
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row $50
Leather seating surfaces $900
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat$50 
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat $100
Power recliner, driver seat $100
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Machined alloy wheels $350
Total Value of Features$1,885$8,205
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$6,320
Value of Feature Adjustments0-5,791

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Specifications Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu Classic vs. Honda Ridgeline

Model Year20082012
ModelMalibu ClassicRidgeline
Body4dr Sedan4dr SUT
Wheelbase106.3 in122.0 in
Length188.3 in206.8 in
Width69.9 in76.3 in
Height57.5 in70.3 in
Curb Weight3,297 lb.4,503 lb.
Fuel Capacity16.3 gal.22.0 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.6 in40.7 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room56.7 in63.2 in
Row 1 Hip Room53.2 in57.6 in
Row 1 Legroom41.9 in40.8 in
Row 2 Headroom37.6 in39.1 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room56.1 in62.6 in
Row 2 Hip Room52.4 in57.2 in
Row 2 Legroom38.5 in36.4 in
Cargo Volume15.4 ft30.0 ft3

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Option Package Details
Chevrolet Malibu Classic LT

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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