Chevrolet Malibu Classic Chevrolet Malibu Classic 2008 Mercedes-Benz R-Class Mercedes-Benz R-Class 2011

We are 103,000+ car owners sharing real-world car information.

Join Us

Chevrolet Malibu Classic vs. Mercedes-Benz R-Class Price Comparison (MSRP)

The sticker prices, before adjusting for remaining feature differences. Usually these are the numbers you will see on the window stickers.

Models in short supply often sell at or even above these prices.

Chevrolet Malibu Classic vs. Mercedes-Benz R-Class Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $22,395

Chevrolet Malibu Classic LT   
Difference: $31,280

Lowest Total Invoice: $21,137

Chevrolet Malibu Classic LT   
Difference: $28,657

Calculate Payments

  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20082011
ModelMalibu ClassicR-Class
TrimLTR350
Body4dr Sedan4dr SUV
Base Price $20,320 $50,240
Base Invoice $19,304 $46,537
Front Seating Package 450  
Rear spoiler 175  
Sunroof 800  
Metallic paint (extra cost)   720
Heated front seats   750
Panoramic sunroof   1,090
Front Seating Package 374  
Rear spoiler 145  
Sunroof 664  
Metallic paint (extra cost)   670
Heated front seats   698
Panoramic sunroof   1,014
Options (change) 1,425 2,560
Options (change) 1,183 2,382
Destination 650 875
Total Price $22,395 $53,675
Total Invoice $21,137 $49,794

Return to top

While we strive for accuracy, the site is not error-free, and prices can change at any time.

Dealer Price Quotes

Want to find out how much dealers are willing to discount these cars?

Request free, no-obligation Chevrolet Malibu Classic dealer quotes or Mercedes-Benz R-Class dealer quotes from dealers using our car quote form.

The process is easy and takes just a minute or two. You'll receive price quotes from local approved dealers within 48 hours.

TrueDelta Value Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu Classic vs. Mercedes-Benz R-Class

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Chevrolet Malibu Classic LT
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $22,885
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $20,869
Model Year20082011
ModelMalibu ClassicR-Class
TrimLTR350
Body4dr Sedan4dr SUV
Engine219hp V6268hp V6
TransmissionT4T7
DrivetrainFWDAWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)18/28 MPG14/19 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 680, 8
Tire (rear if not all the same)215/60-16255/50-19
Total Price$22,395$53,675
Adjustments for Features0-8,395
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$22,395$45,280
Total Invoice$21,137$49,794
Adjustments for Features0-7,788
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$21,137$42,006

Return to top

Features Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu Classic vs. Mercedes-Benz R-Class

Model Year20082011
ModelMalibu ClassicR-Class
TrimLTR350
Body4dr Sedan4dr SUV
Transmission and Drivetrain 
4-speed manually-shiftable automatic$900 
7-speed manually-shiftable automatic $1200
FWD$0 
AWD $1700
Accessories 
Power trunk / liftgate pull-down $50
Remote window/roof operation $15
Universal garage door opener $100
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats $0
Brake assist $50
Brake- or yaw-sensor-initiated collision preparation system $0
Front side airbags $350
Rear side airbags $300
Rollover sensor $50
Side curtain airbags$350 
Side curtain airbags, three rows $500
Stability control $400
Cargo Management 
Cargo cover $75
Console with shifter$150 
Console without shifter $150
Climate Control 
Automatic climate control, front $200
Dual-zone climate control $125
Interior air filter $0
Rain-sensing wipers $175
Rear air vents $100
Rear wiper $175
Residual heat $50
Variable intermittent wipers$75 
Exterior 
Body kit $0
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) $25
Deep-tinted rear windows $275
Panoramic sunroof $1200
Rear bumper protector $40
Sunroof$900 
Infotainment 
Aux input $50
Bluetooth cell phone link $100
CD changer, in-dash $325
CD player$125 
DVD-compatible player $0
MP3-compatible player $50
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Analog clock $25
Compass $0
Fog light, rear $100
Fog lights $125
Heated mirrors $25
Illuminated visor mirror, passenger $50
Turn signals on or near mirrors $25
Visor mirror, passenger$10 
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row $50
Door sill trim plates $100
Folding third row seats $600
Manual fore-aft adjuster, second row seats $75
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat$50 
Manual recliner, second row seats $75
Manual recliner, third row seats $125
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat $150
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat $100
Power height adjuster, passenger seat $100
Power recliner, driver seat $100
Power recliner, passenger seat $100
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat $100
Synthetic leather seating surfaces $0
Wood trim $300
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Alloy wheels $350
Rear air springs, auto-leveling $350
Transmission 
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls $100
Total Value of Features$2,560$10,955
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$8,395
Value of Feature Adjustments0-7,788

Return to top

Specifications Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu Classic vs. Mercedes-Benz R-Class

Model Year20082011
ModelMalibu ClassicR-Class
Body4dr Sedan4dr SUV
Wheelbase106.3 in126.6 in
Length188.3 in203.0 in
Width69.9 in77.1 in
Height57.5 in65.4 in
Curb Weight3,297 lb.4,949 lb.
Fuel Capacity16.3 gal.21.1 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.6 in39.8 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room56.7 in60.3 in
Row 1 Hip Room53.2 in0.0 in
Row 1 Legroom41.9 in39.8 in
Row 2 Headroom37.6 in40.4 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room56.1 in59.6 in
Row 2 Hip Room52.4 in0.0 in
Row 2 Legroom38.5 in36.2 in
Row 3 Headroom0.0 in37.2 in
Row 3 Shoulder Room0.0 in52.8 in
Row 3 Legroom0.0 in32.4 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum
15.4 ft315.2 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Behind R2
15.442.2 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum
15.485.0 ft3

Return to top

Option Package Details
Chevrolet Malibu Classic LT

Front Seating Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Heated front seats200Yes
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Total Requested400100%
Total Not Requested00%

Was this information useful?

We're glad we could help! Share this page:

We're so sorry! Tell us how we can improve it.

See TrueDelta's information for all Sedans
See TrueDelta's information for all Chevrolet models.