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Chevrolet Malibu Classic vs. Volkswagen Beetle Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Chevrolet Malibu Classic vs. Volkswagen Beetle Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $22,595

Chevrolet Malibu Classic LT   
Difference: $5,670

Lowest Total Invoice: $21,303

Chevrolet Malibu Classic LT   
Difference: $5,862

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20082012
ModelMalibu ClassicBeetle
TrimLTTurbo
Body4dr Sedan2dr Hatch
Base Price $20,320 $23,395
Base Invoice $19,304 $22,459
Front Seating Package 450  
Rear spoiler 175  
Sunroof 800  
Satellite radio 200  
Sunroof and Sound Package   3,000
6-speed automated manual   1,100
Front Seating Package 374  
Rear spoiler 145  
Sunroof 664  
Satellite radio 166  
Sunroof and Sound Package   2,880
6-speed automated manual   1,056
Options (change) 1,625 4,100
Options (change) 1,349 3,936
Destination 650 770
Total Price $22,595 $28,265
Total Invoice $21,303 $27,165

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu Classic vs. Volkswagen Beetle

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Chevrolet Malibu Classic LT
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $3,245
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $3,531
Model Year20082012
ModelMalibu ClassicBeetle
TrimLTTurbo
Body4dr Sedan2dr Hatch
Engine219hp V6200hp I4
TransmissionT4S6
DrivetrainFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)18/28 MPG22/30 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 6400, 9
Tire (rear if not all the same)215/60-16235/45-18
Total Price$22,595$28,265
Adjustments for Features0-2,425
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$22,595$25,840
Total Invoice$21,303$27,165
Adjustments for Features0-2,331
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$21,303$24,834

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Features Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu Classic vs. Volkswagen Beetle

Model Year20082012
ModelMalibu ClassicBeetle
TrimLTTurbo
Body4dr Sedan2dr Hatch
Transmission and Drivetrain 
4-speed manually-shiftable automatic$900 
6-speed automated manual $1100
FWD$0$0
Accessories 
Power rear side windows$200 
Proximity key $250
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 
Heated windshield washer nozzles $15
Interior air filter $0
Exterior 
Bodyside moldings$75 
Infotainment 
Aux input $50
Bluetooth audio streaming $25
Bluetooth cell phone link $100
CD changer, in-dash $325
CD player$125 
HD radio $50
iPod integration $100
MP3-compatible player $50
SD Card slot $25
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Automatic headlights$125 
Boost gauge $75
Cornering lights $50
Fog lights $125
Heated mirrors $25
Illuminated visor mirror, driver$50 
Interior ambient lighting $150
Turn signals on or near mirrors $25
Visor mirror, driver $10
Seats and Interior Trim 
Door sill trim plates $100
Manual height adjuster, driver seat $50
Manual height adjuster, passenger seat $50
Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger 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 wheels $350
Touring suspension (upgrade) $0
Transmission 
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls $100
Total Value of Features$1,775$4,200
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$2,425
Value of Feature Adjustments0-2,331

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See a complete comparison of Chevrolet Malibu Classic vs. Volkswagen Beetle features.

Specifications Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu Classic vs. Volkswagen Beetle

Model Year20082012
ModelMalibu ClassicBeetle
Body4dr Sedan2dr Hatch
Wheelbase106.3 in99.9 in
Length188.3 in168.4 in
Width69.9 in71.2 in
Height57.5 in58.5 in
Curb Weight3,297 lb.3,089 lb.
Fuel Capacity16.3 gal.14.5 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.6 in39.4 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room56.7 in55.3 in
Row 1 Hip Room53.2 in0.0 in
Row 1 Legroom41.9 in41.3 in
Row 2 Headroom37.6 in37.1 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room56.1 in49.0 in
Row 2 Hip Room52.4 in0.0 in
Row 2 Legroom38.5 in31.4 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum		15.4 ft315.4 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum		15.429.9 ft3

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See a complete comparison of Chevrolet Malibu Classic vs. Volkswagen Beetle specs.

Option Package Details
Chevrolet Malibu Classic LT

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
Volkswagen Beetle Turbo

6-speed automated manual
FeatureValueRequested?
6-speed automated manual0Yes
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls100No
Total Requested00%
Total Not Requested100100%
Sunroof and Sound Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Fender, 400W, 9 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
HD radio50No
SD Card slot25No
Audio controls on steering wheel125Yes
Sunroof900Yes
CD changer, in-dash200No
Center armrest(s), front row75Yes
Satellite radio200Yes
Proximity key250No
Total Requested130060%
Total Not Requested87540%

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