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

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Chevrolet Malibu Classic vs. Toyota Matrix Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $21,735

Toyota Matrix S   
Difference: $235

Lowest Total Invoice: $20,112

Toyota Matrix S   
Difference: $672

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20082012
ModelMalibu ClassicMatrix
TrimLTS
Body4dr Sedan4dr Hatch
Base Price $20,320 $19,565
Base Invoice $19,304 $18,097
Sunroof 800  
Satellite radio 200  
Premium Package   1,410
Sunroof 664  
Satellite radio 166  
Premium Package   1,255
Options (change) 1,000 1,410
Options (change) 830 1,255
Destination 650 760
Total Price $21,970 $21,735
Total Invoice $20,784 $20,112

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu Classic vs. Toyota Matrix

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Toyota Matrix S
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $320
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $751
Model Year20082012
ModelMalibu ClassicMatrix
TrimLTS
Body4dr Sedan4dr Hatch
Engine219hp V6158hp I4
TransmissionT4M5
DrivetrainFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 6?, 6
Tire (rear if not all the same)215/60-16205/55-16
Total Price$21,970$21,735
Adjustments for Features0-85
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$21,970$21,650
Total Invoice$20,784$20,112
Adjustments for Features0-79
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$20,784$20,033

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Features Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu Classic vs. Toyota Matrix

Model Year20082012
ModelMalibu ClassicMatrix
TrimLTS
Body4dr Sedan4dr Hatch
Transmission and Drivetrain 
4-speed manually-shiftable automatic$900 
5-speed manual $0
FWD$0$0
Accessories 
AC power outlet $100
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 cover $75
Climate Control 
Interior air filter $0
Rear wiper $175
Exterior 
Bodyside moldings$75 
Infotainment 
Aux input $50
Bluetooth audio streaming $25
Bluetooth cell phone link $100
MP3-compatible player $50
USB port $25
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Automatic headlights$125 
Fog lights $125
Heated mirrors $25
Illuminated visor mirror, driver$50 
Trip computer$150 
Visor mirror, driver $10
Seats and Interior Trim 
Floor mats$75 
Folding passenger seat $150
Leather-wrapped steering wheel$150 
Manual height adjuster, driver seat $50
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat$50 
Power height adjuster, driver seat$100 
Total Value of Features$1,675$1,760
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$85
Value of Feature Adjustments0-79

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Specifications Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu Classic vs. Toyota Matrix

Model Year20082012
ModelMalibu ClassicMatrix
Body4dr Sedan4dr Hatch
Wheelbase106.3 in102.4 in
Length188.3 in171.9 in
Width69.9 in69.5 in
Height57.5 in61.4 in
Curb Weight3,298 lb.2,866 lb.
Fuel Capacity16.3 gal.13.2 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.6 in40.5 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room56.7 in53.3 in
Row 1 Hip Room53.2 in52.3 in
Row 1 Legroom41.9 in41.6 in
Row 2 Headroom37.6 in39.3 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room56.1 in52.6 in
Row 2 Hip Room52.4 in43.7 in
Row 2 Legroom38.5 in36.2 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum
15.4 ft319.8 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum
15.461.5 ft3

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Option Package Details
Toyota Matrix S

Premium Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Sunroof900Yes
Satellite radio200Yes
Bluetooth cell phone link100No
USB port25No
Bluetooth audio streaming25No
Total Requested110088%
Total Not Requested15012%

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