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Chevrolet Malibu Classic vs. Nissan Maxima Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Chevrolet Malibu Classic vs. Nissan Maxima Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $23,190

Chevrolet Malibu Classic LT   
Difference: $13,615

Lowest Total Invoice: $21,797

Chevrolet Malibu Classic LT   
Difference: $12,280

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20082014
ModelMalibu ClassicMaxima
TrimLTSV
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $20,320 $34,380
Base Invoice $19,304 $31,845
Luxury and Convenience Package 595  
Front Seating Package 450  
Sunroof 800  
Rear spoiler 175 405
Satellite radio 200  
Value Package   1,000
Floor mats   210
Luxury and Convenience Package 494  
Front Seating Package 374  
Sunroof 664  
Rear spoiler 145 344
Satellite radio 166  
Value Package   919
Floor mats   159
Options (change) 2,220 1,615
Options (change) 1,843 1,422
Destination 650 810
Total Price $23,190 $36,805
Total Invoice $21,797 $34,077

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu Classic vs. Nissan Maxima

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Chevrolet Malibu Classic LT
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $9,380
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $8,359
Model Year20082014
ModelMalibu ClassicMaxima
TrimLTSV
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine219hp V6290hp V6
TransmissionT4CVT-6
DrivetrainFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)18/28 MPG19/26 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 6?, 9
Tire (rear if not all the same)215/60-16245/45-18
Total Price$23,190$36,805
Adjustments for Features0-4,235
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$23,190$32,570
Total Invoice$21,797$34,077
Adjustments for Features0-3,921
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$21,797$30,156

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Features Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu Classic vs. Nissan Maxima

Model Year20082014
ModelMalibu ClassicMaxima
TrimLTSV
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
4-speed manually-shiftable automatic$900 
6-speed manually-shiftable CVT $1100
FWD$0$0
Accessories 
Heated steering wheel $100
Proximity key $250
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
Front side airbags $350
Rearview camera $200
Stability control $400
Cargo Management 
Cargo mat $40
Overhead sunglass holder $25
Climate Control 
Automatic climate control, front $200
Dual-zone climate control $125
Interior air filter $0
Rear air vents $100
Exterior 
Bodyside moldings$75 
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) $25
Infotainment 
Aux input $50
Bluetooth cell phone link $100
Media drive, small $5
MP3-compatible player $50
USB port $25
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Heated mirrors $25
Interior ambient lighting $150
Turn signals on or near mirrors $25
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row $50
Door sill trim plates $100
Leather seating surfaces $900
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat$50 
Manual thigh support length adjuster, driver seat $50
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat $100
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat $100
Power recliner, driver seat $100
Power recliner, passenger seat $100
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Alloy wheels $350
Alloy-look steel wheels$100 
Total Value of Features$1,125$5,360
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$4,235
Value of Feature Adjustments0-3,921

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See a complete comparison of Chevrolet Malibu Classic vs. Nissan Maxima features.

Specifications Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu Classic vs. Nissan Maxima

Model Year20082014
ModelMalibu ClassicMaxima
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase106.3 in109.3 in
Length188.3 in190.6 in
Width69.9 in73.2 in
Height57.5 in57.8 in
Curb Weight3,297 lb.3,556 lb.
Fuel Capacity16.3 gal.20.0 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.6 in38.5 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room56.7 in56.3 in
Row 1 Hip Room53.2 in53.4 in
Row 1 Legroom41.9 in43.8 in
Row 2 Headroom37.6 in36.4 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room56.1 in55.1 in
Row 2 Hip Room52.4 in53.9 in
Row 2 Legroom38.5 in34.6 in
Cargo Volume15.4 ft314.2 ft3

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See a complete comparison of Chevrolet Malibu Classic vs. Nissan Maxima 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
Nissan Maxima SV

Floor mats
FeatureValueRequested?
Floor mats75Yes
Cargo mat40No
Total Requested7565%
Total Not Requested4035%
Value Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Satellite radio200Yes
Bose, 9 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Heated mirrors25No
Heated front seats200Yes
Heated steering wheel100No
Total Requested40046%
Total Not Requested47554%

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