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Chevrolet Malibu Classic vs. Lexus RC Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Chevrolet Malibu Classic vs. Lexus RC Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $23,015

Chevrolet Malibu Classic LT   
Difference: $22,210

Lowest Total Invoice: $21,652

Chevrolet Malibu Classic LT   
Difference: $20,457

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20082015
ModelMalibu ClassicRC
TrimLT350
Body4dr Sedan2dr Coupe
Base Price $20,320 $42,790
Base Invoice $19,304 $39,796
Luxury and Convenience Package 595  
Front Seating Package 450  
Satellite radio 200  
Sunroof 800 1,100
Fog lights   410
Luxury and Convenience Package 494  
Front Seating Package 374  
Satellite radio 166  
Sunroof 664 1,012
Fog lights   376
Options (change) 2,045 1,510
Options (change) 1,698 1,388
Destination 650 925
Total Price $23,015 $45,225
Total Invoice $21,652 $42,109

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu Classic vs. Lexus RC

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Chevrolet Malibu Classic LT
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $17,070
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $15,671
Model Year20082015
ModelMalibu ClassicRC
TrimLT350
Body4dr Sedan2dr Coupe
Engine219hp V6306hp V6
TransmissionT4T8
DrivetrainFWDRWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 6256, 10
Tire (rear if not all the same)215/60-16235/45-18
Total Price$23,015$45,225
Adjustments for Features0-5,140
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$23,015$40,085
Total Invoice$21,652$42,109
Adjustments for Features0-4,786
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$21,652$37,323

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Features Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu Classic vs. Lexus RC

Model Year20082015
ModelMalibu ClassicRC
TrimLT350
Body4dr Sedan2dr Coupe
Transmission and Drivetrain 
4-speed manually-shiftable automatic$900 
8-speed manually-shiftable automatic $1300
FWD$0 
RWD $0
Accessories 
Power rear side windows$200 
Proximity key $250
Remote app $25
Remote window/roof operation $15
Universal garage door opener $100
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Brake assist $50
Front side airbags $350
Knee airbag, driver $75
Knee airbag, passenger $75
Rearview camera $200
Stability control $400
Cargo Management 
Second-row low console $100
Climate Control 
Automatic air recirculation $100
Automatic climate control, front $200
Dual-zone climate control $125
Interior air filter $0
Exterior 
Bodyside moldings$75 
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) $25
Infotainment 
Aux input $50
Bluetooth audio streaming $25
Bluetooth cell phone link $100
HD radio $50
MP3-compatible player $50
Siri Eyes Free support $0
Telematics service, such as OnStar $200
Traffic + travel information $25
USB port $25
Voice control for audio system $25
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Analog clock $25
Heated mirrors $25
Interior ambient lighting $150
LED headlights, single projector or low beam only $750
Turn signals on or near mirrors $25
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row $50
Door sill trim plates $100
Heated front seats$200 
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat$50 
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat $100
Power height adjuster, passenger seat $100
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat $100
Power recliner, driver seat $100
Power recliner, passenger seat $100
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat $100
Synthetic leather seating surfaces $0
Upholstered instrument cluster hood $50
Wood trim $300
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Alloy wheels $350
Alloy-look steel wheels$100 
Electronic systems calibration selector $200
Transmission 
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls $100
Total Value of Features$1,525$6,665
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$5,140
Value of Feature Adjustments0-4,786

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See a complete comparison of Chevrolet Malibu Classic vs. Lexus RC features.

Specifications Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu Classic vs. Lexus RC

Model Year20082015
ModelMalibu ClassicRC
Body4dr Sedan2dr Coupe
Wheelbase106.3 in107.5 in
Length188.3 in184.8 in
Width69.9 in72.4 in
Height57.5 in54.9 in
Curb Weight3,298 lb.3,749 lb.
Fuel Capacity16.3 gal.17.4 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.6 in39.0 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room56.7 in54.7 in
Row 1 Hip Room53.2 in53.9 in
Row 1 Legroom41.9 in45.4 in
Row 2 Headroom37.6 in34.8 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room56.1 in50.8 in
Row 2 Hip Room52.4 in44.9 in
Row 2 Legroom38.5 in27.3 in
Cargo Volume15.4 ft310.4 ft3

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See a complete comparison of Chevrolet Malibu Classic vs. Lexus RC 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 seats200No
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Total Requested20050%
Total Not Requested20050%

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