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

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Chevrolet Malibu Classic vs. Hyundai Sonata Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $23,190

Chevrolet Malibu Classic LT   
Difference: $3,320

Lowest Total Invoice: $21,797

Chevrolet Malibu Classic LT   
Difference: $3,235

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year200820102010
ModelMalibu ClassicSonataSonata
TrimLTSELimited
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $20,320 $22,050 $24,550
Base Invoice $19,304 $20,867 $22,959
Luxury and Convenience Package 595    
Front Seating Package 450    
Rear spoiler 175    
Satellite radio 200    
Sunroof 800    
Premium Package   1,650  
Floor mats   90 90
3.3L V6   2,000 2,000
Luxury and Convenience Package 494    
Front Seating Package 374    
Rear spoiler 145    
Satellite radio 166    
Sunroof 664    
Premium Package   1,502  
Floor mats   73 73
3.3L V6   1,870 1,850
Options (change) 2,220 3,740 2,090
Options (change) 1,843 3,445 1,923
Destination 650 720 720
Total Price $23,190 $26,510 $27,360
Total Invoice $21,797 $25,032 $25,602

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu Classic vs. Hyundai Sonata

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Chevrolet Malibu Classic LT
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $1,270
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $1,115
Model Year200820102010
ModelMalibu ClassicSonataSonata
TrimLTSELimited
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine219hp V6249hp V6249hp V6
TransmissionT4T5T5
DrivetrainFWDFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)18/28 MPG19/29 MPG19/29 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 6240, 7360, 7
Tire (rear if not all the same)215/60-16215/55-17215/55-17
Total Price$23,190$26,510$27,360
Adjustments for Features0-2,050-2,875
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$23,190$24,460$24,485
Cost Above Minimum$0$0$25
Total Invoice$21,797$25,032$25,602
Adjustments for Features0-1,936-2,690
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$21,797$23,096$22,912
Cost Above Minimum$0$184$0

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Features Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu Classic vs. Hyundai Sonata

Model Year200820102010
ModelMalibu ClassicSonataSonata
TrimLTSELimited
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
4-speed manually-shiftable automatic$900  
5-speed manually-shiftable automatic $1000$1000
FWD$0$0$0
Accessories 
Universal garage door opener $100$100
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats $0$0
Front side airbags $350$350
Stability control $400$400
Cargo Management 
Overhead sunglass holder $25$25
Climate Control 
Automatic climate control, front  $200
Dual-zone climate control  $125
Interior air filter $0$0
Exterior 
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) $25$25
Rear spoiler$200$200 
Infotainment 
Aux input $50$50
CD changer, in-dash $325$325
CD player$125  
MP3-compatible player $50$50
USB port $25$25
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Heated mirrors $25$25
Outside temperature display$50 $50
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row $50$50
Door sill trim plates $100$100
Heated front seats$200 $200
Leather seating surfaces  $900
Partial leather seating sufaces $450 
Power recliner, driver seat $100$100
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Alloy wheels $350$350
Alloy-look steel wheels$100  
Sport suspension (upgrade) $0 
Total Value of Features$1,575$3,625$4,450
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$2,050$2,875
Value of Feature Adjustments0-1,936-2,690

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

Specifications Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu Classic vs. Hyundai Sonata

Model Year20082010
ModelMalibu ClassicSonata
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase106.3 in107.4 in
Length188.3 in188.9 in
Width69.9 in72.1 in
Height57.5 in58.0 in
Curb Weight3,297 lb.3,494 lb.
Fuel Capacity16.3 gal.17.7 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.6 in40.1 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room56.7 in57.4 in
Row 1 Hip Room53.2 in55.5 in
Row 1 Legroom41.9 in43.7 in
Row 2 Headroom37.6 in38.2 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room56.1 in56.9 in
Row 2 Hip Room52.4 in55.3 in
Row 2 Legroom38.5 in37.4 in
Cargo Volume15.4 ft316.3 ft3

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See a complete comparison of Chevrolet Malibu Classic vs. Hyundai Sonata 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%

Option Package Details
Hyundai Sonata SE

Premium Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Sunroof900Yes
CD changer, in-dash200No
Universal garage door opener100No
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Compass0Yes
Unbranded, 240W, 7 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Total Requested105062%
Total Not Requested65038%

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