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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: $23,205

Chevrolet Malibu Classic LT   
Difference: $3,015

Lowest Total Invoice: $21,810

Chevrolet Malibu Classic LT   
Difference: $2,987

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year200820122012
ModelMalibu ClassicSonataSonata
TrimLTSE 2.0TLimited 2.0T
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $20,320 $24,745 $28,195
Base Invoice $19,304 $23,400 $26,345
Luxury and Convenience Package 595    
Front Seating Package 450    
Satellite radio 200    
Remote start 190 350 350
Sunroof 800    
Auto-dimming rearview mirror   250  
Floor mats   100 100
Luxury and Convenience Package 494    
Front Seating Package 374    
Satellite radio 166    
Remote start 158 316 316
Sunroof 664    
Auto-dimming rearview mirror   226  
Floor mats   80 80
Options (change) 2,235 700 450
Options (change) 1,856 622 396
Destination 650 775 775
Total Price $23,205 $26,220 $29,420
Total Invoice $21,810 $24,797 $27,516

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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: $815
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $906
Model Year200820122012
ModelMalibu ClassicSonataSonata
TrimLTSE 2.0TLimited 2.0T
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine219hp V6274hp I4274hp I4
TransmissionT4T6T6
DrivetrainFWDFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)18/28 MPG22/34 MPG22/34 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 6104, 6360, 7
Tire (rear if not all the same)215/60-16225/45-18225/45-18
Total Price$23,205$26,220$29,420
Adjustments for Features0-2,200-4,725
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$23,205$24,020$24,695
Cost Above Minimum$0$0$675
Total Invoice$21,810$24,797$27,516
Adjustments for Features0-2,081-4,419
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$21,810$22,716$23,097
Cost Above Minimum$0$0$381

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Features Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu Classic vs. Hyundai Sonata

Model Year200820122012
ModelMalibu ClassicSonataSonata
TrimLTSE 2.0TLimited 2.0T
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
4-speed manually-shiftable automatic$900  
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic $1100$1100
FWD$0$0$0
Accessories 
Proximity key $250$250
Remote app $25$25
Universal garage door opener $100$100
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats $0$0
Brake assist $50$50
Front side airbags $350$350
Stability control $400$400
Cargo Management 
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
Exterior 
Bodyside moldings$75  
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) $25$25
Panoramic sunroof  $1200
Sunroof$900  
Infotainment 
Aux input $50$50
Bluetooth cell phone link $100$100
CD changer, in-dash  $325
CD player$125$125 
HD radio  $50
MP3-compatible player $50$50
Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation $225$225
USB port $25$25
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Heated mirrors $25$25
Interior ambient lighting $150$150
Turn signals on or near mirrors  $25
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row $50$50
Door sill trim plates  $100
Heated front seats$200 $200
Heated second row seats  $200
Leather seating surfaces  $900
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat$50  
Partial leather seating sufaces $450 
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat $100$100
Power recliner, driver seat $100$100
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Alloy wheels $350$350
Alloy-look steel wheels$100  
Sport suspension (upgrade) $0 
Transmission 
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls $100$100
Total Value of Features$2,350$4,550$7,075
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$2,200$4,725
Value of Feature Adjustments0-2,081-4,419

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Specifications Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu Classic vs. Hyundai Sonata

Model Year20082012
ModelMalibu ClassicSonata
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase106.3 in110.0 in
Length188.3 in189.8 in
Width69.9 in72.2 in
Height57.5 in57.9 in
Curb Weight3,297 lb.3,338 lb.
Fuel Capacity16.3 gal.18.5 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.6 in40.0 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room56.7 in57.9 in
Row 1 Hip Room53.2 in55.2 in
Row 1 Legroom41.9 in45.5 in
Row 2 Headroom37.6 in37.8 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room56.1 in56.7 in
Row 2 Hip Room52.4 in54.9 in
Row 2 Legroom38.5 in34.6 in
Cargo Volume15.4 ft316.4 ft3

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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 2.0T

Auto-dimming rearview mirror
FeatureValueRequested?
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Universal garage door opener100No
Compass0Yes
Total Requested15060%
Total Not Requested10040%

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