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Chevrolet Malibu Classic vs. Subaru Impreza Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Chevrolet Malibu Classic vs. Subaru Impreza Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $23,190

Chevrolet Malibu Classic LT   
Difference: $2,450

Lowest Total Invoice: $21,797

Chevrolet Malibu Classic LT   
Difference: $2,300

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20082018
ModelMalibu ClassicImpreza
TrimLT2.0i Sport
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $20,320 $22,095
Base Invoice $19,304 $20,982
Luxury and Convenience Package 595  
Front Seating Package 450  
Rear spoiler 175  
Satellite radio 200  
Sunroof 800  
Auto-dimming rearview mirror   245
BSD, Moonroof, and HK Package   2,150
Bodyside moldings   290
Luxury and Convenience Package 494  
Front Seating Package 374  
Rear spoiler 145  
Satellite radio 166  
Sunroof 664  
Auto-dimming rearview mirror   158
BSD, Moonroof, and HK Package   1,909
Bodyside moldings   188
Options (change) 2,220 2,685
Options (change) 1,843 2,255
Destination 650 860
Total Price $23,190 $25,640
Total Invoice $21,797 $24,097

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu Classic vs. Subaru Impreza

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Subaru Impreza 2.0i Sport
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $925
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $872
Model Year20082018
ModelMalibu ClassicImpreza
TrimLT2.0i Sport
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine219hp V6152hp H4
TransmissionT4M5
DrivetrainFWDAWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)18/28 MPG24/32 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 6432, 8
Tire (rear if not all the same)215/60-16225/40-18
Total Price$23,190$25,640
Adjustments for Features0-3,375
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$23,190$22,265
Total Invoice$21,797$24,097
Adjustments for Features0-3,172
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$21,797$20,925

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Features Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu Classic vs. Subaru Impreza

Model Year20082018
ModelMalibu ClassicImpreza
TrimLT2.0i Sport
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
4-speed manually-shiftable automatic$900 
5-speed manual $0
FWD$0 
AWD $1700
Accessories 
Proximity key $250
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats $0
Blind spot warning system $200
Brake assist $50
Cross-traffic warning, rear $100
Front side airbags $350
Knee airbag, driver $75
Rearview camera $200
Rollover sensor $50
Stability control $400
Torque vectoring, brake-based $100
Climate Control 
Interior air filter $0
Wiper de-icer $25
Exterior 
Active grille shutters $0
Body kit $0
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) $25
Infotainment 
Android Auto support $100
App support $0
Apple CarPlay support $100
Aux input $50
Bluetooth audio streaming $25
Bluetooth cell phone link $100
HD radio $50
MP3-compatible player $50
Navigation app $50
SMS text-to-speech reader $25
Telematics service, such as OnStar $200
USB port $25
Voice control for audio system $25
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Fog lights$125 
Heated mirrors $25
Turn signals on or near mirrors $25
Seats and Interior Trim 
Manual height adjuster, driver seat $50
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat$50 
Metal pedals $75
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat$100 
Power height adjuster, driver seat$100 
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat$100 
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Alloy-look steel wheels$100 
Machined alloy wheels $350
Sport suspension (upgrade) $0
Transmission 
Short-throw shifter (optional) $0
Total Value of Features$1,475$4,850
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$3,375
Value of Feature Adjustments0-3,172

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Specifications Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu Classic vs. Subaru Impreza

Model Year20082018
ModelMalibu ClassicImpreza
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase106.3 in105.1 in
Length188.3 in182.1 in
Width69.9 in70.0 in
Height57.5 in57.3 in
Curb Weight3,297 lb.2,974 lb.
Fuel Capacity16.3 gal.13.2 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.6 in39.8 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room56.7 in56.7 in
Row 1 Hip Room53.2 in55.1 in
Row 1 Legroom41.9 in43.1 in
Row 2 Headroom37.6 in37.2 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room56.1 in55.6 in
Row 2 Hip Room52.4 in55.2 in
Row 2 Legroom38.5 in36.5 in
Cargo Volume15.4 ft312.3 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 lights125No
Compass0Yes
Alloy-look steel wheels100No
Total Requested19046%
Total Not Requested22554%
Front Seating Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Heated front seats200Yes
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat100No
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat100No
Total Requested20050%
Total Not Requested20050%

Option Package Details
Subaru Impreza 2.0i Sport

Auto-dimming rearview mirror
FeatureValueRequested?
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Compass0Yes
Total Requested150100%
Total Not Requested00%
BSD, Moonroof, and HK Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Sunroof900Yes
Blind spot warning system200No
Cross-traffic warning, rear100No
Harman/Kardon, 432W, 8 speakers350No
Total Requested90058%
Total Not Requested65042%

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