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

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Chevrolet Malibu Classic vs. Subaru Outback Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $22,990

Chevrolet Malibu Classic LT   
Difference: $8,375

Lowest Total Invoice: $21,631

Chevrolet Malibu Classic LT   
Difference: $7,713

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20082011
ModelMalibu ClassicOutback
TrimLT3.6R
Body4dr Sedan4dr Wagon
Base Price $20,320 $28,195
Base Invoice $19,304 $26,369
Luxury and Convenience Package 595  
Front Seating Package 450  
Rear spoiler 175  
Sunroof 800 1,445
Premium Package   1,000
Luxury and Convenience Package 494  
Front Seating Package 374  
Rear spoiler 145  
Sunroof 664 1,203
Premium Package   1,047
Options (change) 2,020 2,445
Options (change) 1,677 2,250
Destination 650 725
Total Price $22,990 $31,365
Total Invoice $21,631 $29,344

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu Classic vs. Subaru Outback

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Chevrolet Malibu Classic LT
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $3,310
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $2,974
Model Year20082011
ModelMalibu ClassicOutback
TrimLT3.6R
Body4dr Sedan4dr Wagon
Engine219hp V6256hp H6
TransmissionT4T5
DrivetrainFWDAWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)18/28 MPG18/25 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 6?, 4
Tire (rear if not all the same)215/60-16225/60-17
Total Price$22,990$31,365
Adjustments for Features0-5,065
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$22,990$26,300
Total Invoice$21,631$29,344
Adjustments for Features0-4,739
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$21,631$24,605

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Features Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu Classic vs. Subaru Outback

Model Year20082011
ModelMalibu ClassicOutback
TrimLT3.6R
Body4dr Sedan4dr Wagon
Transmission and Drivetrain 
4-speed manually-shiftable automatic$900 
5-speed manually-shiftable automatic $1000
FWD$0 
AWD $1700
Accessories 
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
Rollover sensor $50
Stability control $400
Cargo Management 
Cargo cover $75
Cargo tray $40
Overhead sunglass holder $25
Roof rack $300
Trailering equipment (4 wire) $125
Climate Control 
Interior air filter $0
Rear wiper $175
Wiper de-icer $25
Exterior 
Bodyside cladding (gray/black) $250
Bodyside moldings$75 
Deep-tinted rear windows $275
Infotainment 
Aux input $50
MP3-compatible player $50
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Heated mirrors $25
Interior ambient lighting $150
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row $50
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat$50 
Manual recliner, second row seats $75
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat $100
Power recliner, driver seat $100
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Alloy wheels $350
Alloy-look steel wheels$100 
Raised heavy-duty suspension $0
Transmission 
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls $100
Total Value of Features$1,125$6,190
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$5,065
Value of Feature Adjustments0-4,739

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See a complete comparison of Chevrolet Malibu Classic vs. Subaru Outback features.

Specifications Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu Classic vs. Subaru Outback

Model Year20082011
ModelMalibu ClassicOutback
Body4dr Sedan4dr Wagon
Wheelbase106.3 in107.9 in
Length188.3 in188.2 in
Width69.9 in71.7 in
Height57.5 in65.7 in
Curb Weight3,297 lb.3,544 lb.
Fuel Capacity16.3 gal.18.5 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.6 in40.8 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room56.7 in56.3 in
Row 1 Hip Room53.2 in0.0 in
Row 1 Legroom41.9 in43.0 in
Row 2 Headroom37.6 in39.3 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room56.1 in56.1 in
Row 2 Hip Room52.4 in0.0 in
Row 2 Legroom38.5 in37.8 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum		15.4 ft334.3 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum		15.471.3 ft3

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See a complete comparison of Chevrolet Malibu Classic vs. Subaru Outback 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
Subaru Outback 3.6R

Sunroof
FeatureValueRequested?
Sunroof900Yes
Universal garage door opener100No
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Rearview camera200No
Compass0Yes
Total Requested105078%
Total Not Requested30022%
Premium Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power height adjuster, driver seat50Yes
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power recliner, driver seat100No
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat50No
Leather-wrapped steering wheel150Yes
Audio controls on steering wheel125Yes
Heated front seats200Yes
Wiper de-icer25No
Heated mirrors25No
225/60R17 tires400No
Total Requested72555%
Total Not Requested60045%

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