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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: $17,465

Hyundai Elantra GLS   
Difference: $3,705

Lowest Total Invoice: $16,907

Hyundai Elantra GLS   
Difference: $3,213

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20082012
ModelMalibu ClassicElantra
TrimLTGLS
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $20,320 $15,345
Base Invoice $19,304 $14,918
Satellite radio 200  
Comfort Package   1,250
Floor mats   95
Satellite radio 166  
Comfort Package   1,138
Floor mats   76
Options (change) 200 1,345
Options (change) 166 1,214
Destination 650 775
Total Price $21,170 $17,465
Total Invoice $20,120 $16,907

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu Classic vs. Hyundai Elantra

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Hyundai Elantra GLS
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $3,215
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $2,747
Model Year20082012
ModelMalibu ClassicElantra
TrimLTGLS
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine219hp V6148hp I4
TransmissionT4M6
DrivetrainFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)18/28 MPG28/38 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 6172, 6
Tire (rear if not all the same)215/60-16205/55-16
Total Price$21,170$17,465
Adjustments for Features-4900
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$20,680$17,465
Total Invoice$20,120$16,907
Adjustments for Features-4660
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$19,654$16,907

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Features Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu Classic vs. Hyundai Elantra

Model Year20082012
ModelMalibu ClassicElantra
TrimLTGLS
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
4-speed manually-shiftable automatic$900 
6-speed manual $150
FWD$0$0
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats $0
Brake assist $50
Front side airbags $350
Stability control $400
Temporary spare tire$150 
Cargo Management 
Overhead sunglass holder $25
Climate Control 
Interior air filter $0
Exterior 
Bodyside moldings$75 
Infotainment 
Audio controls on steering wheel$125 
Aux input $50
MP3-compatible player $50
USB port $25
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Automatic headlights$125 
Heated mirrors $25
Illuminated visor mirror, driver$50 
Visor mirror, driver $10
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row $50
Leather-wrapped steering wheel$150 
Manual height adjuster, driver seat $50
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat$50 
Power height adjuster, driver seat$100 
Total Value of Features$1,725$1,235
Value of Feature Adjustments$490$0
Value of Feature Adjustments-4660

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Specifications Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu Classic vs. Hyundai Elantra

Model Year20082012
ModelMalibu ClassicElantra
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase106.3 in106.3 in
Length188.3 in178.3 in
Width69.9 in69.9 in
Height57.5 in56.5 in
Curb Weight3,297 lb.2,661 lb.
Fuel Capacity16.3 gal.12.8 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.6 in40.0 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room56.7 in55.9 in
Row 1 Hip Room53.2 in53.5 in
Row 1 Legroom41.9 in43.6 in
Row 2 Headroom37.6 in37.1 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room56.1 in54.8 in
Row 2 Hip Room52.4 in52.7 in
Row 2 Legroom38.5 in33.1 in
Cargo Volume15.4 ft314.8 ft3

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Option Package Details
Hyundai Elantra GLS

Comfort Package
FeatureValueRequested?
205/55R16 tires400No
Air conditioning900Yes
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual100Yes
Cruise control150Yes
Total Requested115074%
Total Not Requested40026%

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