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Chevrolet Malibu Classic vs. Jeep Wrangler Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Chevrolet Malibu Classic vs. Jeep Wrangler Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $21,435

Chevrolet Malibu Classic LT   
Difference: $3,885

Lowest Total Invoice: $20,340

Chevrolet Malibu Classic LT   
Difference: $3,319

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year2008200820082008
ModelMalibu ClassicWranglerWranglerWrangler
TrimLTUnlimited XUnlimited SaharaUnlimited Rubicon
Body4dr Sedan4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr SUV
Base Price $20,320 $21,285 $26,195 $30,240
Base Invoice $19,304 $20,024 $23,969 $27,569
Engine-block heater 75 35 35 35
Remote start 190   185 185
Satellite radio 200      
Power Convenience Group   800   800
Deep-tinted rear windows   0    
Quick Order Package S   1,815    
Front side airbags   490 490 490
Satellite radio - one year subscription   195    
Engine-block heater 62 31 31 31
Remote start 158   163 163
Satellite radio 166      
Power Convenience Group   704   704
Deep-tinted rear windows   0    
Quick Order Package S   1,597    
Front side airbags   431 431 431
Satellite radio - one year subscription   172    
Options (change) 465 3,335 710 1,510
Options (change) 386 2,935 625 1,329
Destination 650 700 700 700
Total Price $21,435 $25,320 $27,605 $32,450
Total Invoice $20,340 $23,659 $25,294 $29,598

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu Classic vs. Jeep Wrangler

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Chevrolet Malibu Classic LT
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $1,880
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $1,446
Model Year2008200820082008
ModelMalibu ClassicWranglerWranglerWrangler
TrimLTUnlimited XUnlimited SaharaUnlimited Rubicon
Body4dr Sedan4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr SUV
Engine219hp V6202hp V6202hp V6202hp V6
TransmissionT4M6M6M6
DrivetrainFWDRWDRWD4WD, PT w/4L
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 6?, 6368, 7368, 7
Tire (rear if not all the same)215/60-16255/75-17255/70-18255/75-17
Total Price$21,435$25,320$27,605$32,450
Adjustments for Features0-2,005-2,605-4,630
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$21,435$23,315$25,000$27,820
Cost Above Minimum$0$0$1,685$4,505
Total Invoice$20,340$23,659$25,294$29,598
Adjustments for Features0-1,873-2,387-4,223
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$20,340$21,786$22,907$25,375
Cost Above Minimum$0$0$1,121$3,589

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Features Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu Classic vs. Jeep Wrangler

Model Year2008200820082008
ModelMalibu ClassicWranglerWranglerWrangler
TrimLTUnlimited XUnlimited SaharaUnlimited Rubicon
Body4dr Sedan4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr SUV
Transmission and Drivetrain 
4-speed manually-shiftable automatic$900   
6-speed manual $150$150$150
FWD$0   
RWD $0$0 
4WD, part-time w/low range   $1700
Accessories 
Remote start$150 $150$150
Tilt steering wheel, manual $150$150$150
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual$250   
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Brake assist $50$50$50
Front side airbags $350$350$350
Full-size spare tire $225$225$225
Roll bar $200$200$200
Side curtain airbags$350   
Stability control $400$400$400
Temporary spare tire$150   
Climate Control 
Rear defrost$200   
Drivetrain 
Heavy-duty front axle (optional)   $0
Limited-slip rear differential   $300
Lockable front differential   $150
Lockable rear differential   $150
Exterior 
Bodyside moldings$75   
Deep-tinted rear windows $275$275 
Externally-mounted spare $0$0$0
Removable soft top $2000$2000$2000
Skid plates $150$150$150
Tow hook(s), front $40$40$40
Tow hook(s), rear $25$25$25
Tubular side steps  $350 
Infotainment 
Audio controls on steering wheel$125   
Aux input $50$50$50
MP3-compatible player $50$50$50
Satellite radio$200   
Satellite radio - one year subscription $250$250$250
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Automatic headlights$125   
Compass $0$0$0
Fog lights $125$125$125
Illuminated visor mirror, driver$50   
Power mirrors$150   
Visor mirror, passenger$10   
Seats and Interior Trim 
Manual height adjuster, driver seat $50$50$50
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat$50   
Power height adjuster, driver seat$100   
Stain-resistant fabric  $100$100
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
All-terrain tires $0$0$0
Alloy wheels $350$350 
Disconnectable stabilizer bars   $350
Machined alloy wheels   $350
Off-road suspension (upgrade)   $0
White-letter tires $0$0$0
Total Value of Features$2,885$4,890$5,490$7,515
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$2,005$2,605$4,630
Value of Feature Adjustments0-1,873-2,387-4,223

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Specifications Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu Classic vs. Jeep Wrangler

Model Year20082008
ModelMalibu ClassicWrangler
Body4dr Sedan4dr SUV
Wheelbase106.3 in116.0 in
Length188.3 in184.4 in
Width69.9 in73.9 in
Height57.5 in72.3 in
Curb Weight3,298 lb.4,181 lb.
Fuel Capacity16.3 gal.21.6 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.6 in41.3 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room56.7 in55.8 in
Row 1 Hip Room53.2 in55.6 in
Row 1 Legroom41.9 in41.0 in
Row 2 Headroom37.6 in40.3 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room56.1 in56.8 in
Row 2 Hip Room52.4 in56.7 in
Row 2 Legroom38.5 in37.2 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum
15.4 ft346.4 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum
15.482.0 ft3

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Option Package Details
Jeep Wrangler Unlimited X

Power Convenience Group
FeatureValueRequested?
Power front side windows250Yes
Power locks275Yes
Remote keyless entry225Yes
Alarm100No
Power rear side windows200Yes
Total Requested95090%
Total Not Requested10010%
Quick Order Package S
FeatureValueRequested?
Cruise control150Yes
Trip computer150Yes
Fog lights125No
Floor mats75Yes
Alloy wheels350No
Leather-wrapped steering wheel150Yes
Outside temperature display50Yes
Compass0No
Tow hook(s), front40No
Tow hook(s), rear25No
White-letter tires0No
255/75R17 tires400No
Total Requested57538%
Total Not Requested94062%

Option Package Details
Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Rubicon

Power Convenience Group
FeatureValueRequested?
Power front side windows250Yes
Power locks275Yes
Remote keyless entry225Yes
Alarm100No
Power rear side windows200Yes
Total Requested95090%
Total Not Requested10010%

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