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Chevrolet Malibu Classic vs. Toyota Corolla Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Chevrolet Malibu Classic vs. Toyota Corolla Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $22,335

Chevrolet Malibu Classic LT   
Difference: $502

Lowest Total Invoice: $20,635

Toyota Corolla XRS   
Difference: $452

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20082009
ModelMalibu ClassicCorolla
TrimLTXRS
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $20,320 $18,860
Base Invoice $19,304 $17,256
Rear spoiler 175  
Satellite radio 200 449
Remote start 190 529
Sunroof 800 890
Floor mats   199
5-speed shiftable automatic   1,190
Rear spoiler 145  
Satellite radio 166 359
Remote start 158 380
Sunroof 664 712
Floor mats   130
5-speed shiftable automatic   1,078
Options (change) 1,365 3,257
Options (change) 1,133 2,659
Destination 650 720
Total Price $22,335 $22,837
Total Invoice $21,087 $20,635

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu Classic vs. Toyota Corolla

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Toyota Corolla XRS
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $623
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $1,469
Model Year20082009
ModelMalibu ClassicCorolla
TrimLTXRS
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine219hp V6158hp I4
TransmissionT4T5
DrivetrainFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)18/28 MPG22/30 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 6?, 6
Tire (rear if not all the same)215/60-16215/45-17
Total Price$22,335$22,837
Adjustments for Features0-1,125
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$22,335$21,712
Total Invoice$21,087$20,635
Adjustments for Features0-1,017
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$21,087$19,618

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Features Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu Classic vs. Toyota Corolla

Model Year20082009
ModelMalibu ClassicCorolla
TrimLTXRS
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
4-speed manually-shiftable automatic$900 
5-speed manually-shiftable automatic $1000
FWD$0$0
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats $0
Brake assist $50
Front side airbags $350
Stability control $400
Cargo Management 
Cargo mat $40
Climate Control 
Interior air filter $0
Intermittent wipers $0
Variable intermittent wipers$75 
Exterior 
Body kit $0
Bodyside moldings$75 
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) $25
Infotainment 
Aux input $50
MP3-compatible player $50
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Automatic headlights$125 
Fog lights $125
Illuminated visor mirror, driver$50 
Visor mirror, driver $10
Seats and Interior Trim 
Manual height adjuster, driver seat $50
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat$50 
Power height adjuster, driver seat$100 
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Alloy wheels $350
Sport suspension (upgrade) $0
Total Value of Features$1,375$2,500
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$1,125
Value of Feature Adjustments0-1,017

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Specifications Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu Classic vs. Toyota Corolla

Model Year20082009
ModelMalibu ClassicCorolla
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase106.3 in102.4 in
Length188.3 in178.7 in
Width69.9 in69.3 in
Height57.5 in57.7 in
Curb Weight3,297 lb.2,965 lb.
Fuel Capacity16.3 gal.13.2 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.6 in38.8 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room56.7 in54.8 in
Row 1 Hip Room53.2 in53.0 in
Row 1 Legroom41.9 in41.7 in
Row 2 Headroom37.6 in37.2 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room56.1 in54.6 in
Row 2 Hip Room52.4 in43.9 in
Row 2 Legroom38.5 in36.3 in
Cargo Volume15.4 ft312.3 ft3

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Option Package Details
Toyota Corolla XRS

Floor mats
FeatureValueRequested?
Floor mats75Yes
Cargo mat40No
Total Requested7565%
Total Not Requested4035%

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