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Chevrolet Malibu Classic vs. Hyundai Elantra Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Chevrolet Malibu Classic vs. Hyundai Elantra Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $23,015

Chevrolet Malibu Classic LT   
Difference: $1,140

Lowest Total Invoice: $21,652

Chevrolet Malibu Classic LT   
Difference: $1,462

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20082018
ModelMalibu ClassicElantra
TrimLTSport
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $20,320 $21,800
Base Invoice $19,304 $20,906
Front Seating Package 450  
Luxury and Convenience Package 595  
Sunroof 800  
Satellite radio 200  
Floor mats   125
Auto-dimming rearview mirror   295
7-speed automated manual   1,100
Front Seating Package 374  
Luxury and Convenience Package 494  
Sunroof 664  
Satellite radio 166  
Floor mats   100
Auto-dimming rearview mirror   239
7-speed automated manual   1,034
Options (change) 2,045 1,520
Options (change) 1,698 1,373
Destination 650 835
Total Price $23,015 $24,155
Total Invoice $21,652 $23,114

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu Classic vs. Hyundai Elantra

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Hyundai Elantra Sport
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $2,910
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $2,413
Model Year20082018
ModelMalibu ClassicElantra
TrimLTSport
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine219hp V6201hp I4
TransmissionT4S7
DrivetrainFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)18/28 MPG26/33 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 6?, 6
Tire (rear if not all the same)215/60-16225/40-18
Total Price$23,015$24,155
Adjustments for Features0-4,050
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$23,015$20,105
Total Invoice$21,652$23,114
Adjustments for Features0-3,875
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$21,652$19,239

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Features Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu Classic vs. Hyundai Elantra

Model Year20082018
ModelMalibu ClassicElantra
TrimLTSport
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
4-speed manually-shiftable automatic$900 
7-speed automated manual $1200
FWD$0$0
Accessories 
Proximity key $250
Proximity trunk or liftgate opener $125
Universal garage door opener $100
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Blind spot warning system $200
Brake assist $50
Cross-traffic warning, rear $100
Front side airbags $350
Knee airbag, driver $75
Rearview camera $200
Stability control $400
Cargo Management 
Overhead sunglass holder $25
Exterior 
Body kit $0
Bodyside moldings$75 
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) $25
Infotainment 
Android Auto support $100
Apple CarPlay support $100
Aux input $50
Bluetooth audio streaming $25
Bluetooth cell phone link $100
CD player$125 
HD radio $50
USB port $25
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Compass$0 
Fog lights$125 
Heated mirrors $25
Turn signals on or near mirrors $25
Xenon HID headlights $500
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row $50
Leather seating surfaces $900
Manual height adjuster, driver seat $50
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat$50 
Metal pedals $75
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat$100 
Power height adjuster, driver seat$100 
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat$100 
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Alloy wheels $350
Alloy-look steel wheels$100 
Electronic systems calibration selector $200
Performance steering system (optional) $0
Sport suspension (upgrade) $0
Total Value of Features$1,675$5,725
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$4,050
Value of Feature Adjustments0-3,875

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See a complete comparison of Chevrolet Malibu Classic vs. Hyundai Elantra features.

Specifications Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu Classic vs. Hyundai Elantra

Model Year20082018
ModelMalibu ClassicElantra
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase106.3 in106.3 in
Length188.3 in179.9 in
Width69.9 in70.9 in
Height57.5 in56.5 in
Curb Weight3,297 lb.3,109 lb.
Fuel Capacity16.3 gal.14.0 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.6 in38.8 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room56.7 in56.2 in
Row 1 Hip Room53.2 in53.4 in
Row 1 Legroom41.9 in42.2 in
Row 2 Headroom37.6 in37.3 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room56.1 in55.3 in
Row 2 Hip Room52.4 in51.9 in
Row 2 Legroom38.5 in35.7 in
Cargo Volume15.4 ft314.4 ft3

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See a complete comparison of Chevrolet Malibu Classic vs. Hyundai Elantra specs.

Option Package Details
Chevrolet Malibu Classic LT

Front Seating Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Heated front seats200Yes
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat100No
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat100No
Total Requested20050%
Total Not Requested20050%
Luxury and Convenience Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Illuminated visor mirror, passenger40Yes
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Fog lights125No
Compass0No
Alloy-look steel wheels100No
Total Requested19046%
Total Not Requested22554%

Option Package Details
Hyundai Elantra Sport

Auto-dimming rearview mirror
FeatureValueRequested?
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Universal garage door opener100No
Total Requested15060%
Total Not Requested10040%
7-speed automated manual
FeatureValueRequested?
7-speed automated manual0Yes
Electronic systems calibration selector200No
Total Requested00%
Total Not Requested200100%

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