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Chevrolet Malibu Classic vs. Volkswagen Golf / GTI Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Chevrolet Malibu Classic vs. Volkswagen Golf / GTI 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 Year20082011
ModelMalibu ClassicGolf / GTI
TrimLTGTI
Body4dr Sedan4dr Hatch
Base Price $20,320 $24,295
Base Invoice $19,304 $23,323
Front Seating Package 450  
Rear spoiler 175  
Satellite radio 200  
Sunroof 800 2,100
6-speed automated manual   1,100
Front Seating Package 374  
Rear spoiler 145  
Satellite radio 166  
Sunroof 664 2,016
6-speed automated manual   1,056
Options (change) 1,625 3,200
Options (change) 1,349 3,072
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 Golf / GTI

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Chevrolet Malibu Classic LT
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $2,540
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $2,854
Model Year20082011
ModelMalibu ClassicGolf / GTI
TrimLTGTI
Body4dr Sedan4dr Hatch
Engine219hp V6200hp I4
TransmissionT4S6
DrivetrainFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)18/28 MPG24/33 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 6?, 8
Tire (rear if not all the same)215/60-16225/40-18
Total Price$22,595$28,265
Adjustments for Features0-3,130
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$22,595$25,135
Total Invoice$21,303$27,165
Adjustments for Features0-3,008
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$21,303$24,157

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Features Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu Classic vs. Volkswagen Golf / GTI

Model Year20082011
ModelMalibu ClassicGolf / GTI
TrimLTGTI
Body4dr Sedan4dr Hatch
Transmission and Drivetrain 
4-speed manually-shiftable automatic$900 
6-speed automated manual $1100
FWD$0$0
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats $0
Brake assist $50
Front side airbags $350
Full-size spare tire $225
Stability control $400
Temporary spare tire$150 
Cargo Management 
Air-conditioned storage compartment $50
Cargo cover $75
Overhead sunglass holder $25
Rear seat pass-through $100
Climate Control 
Heated windshield washer nozzles $15
Interior air filter $0
Rear air vents $100
Rear wiper $175
Exterior 
Bodyside moldings$75 
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) $25
Infotainment 
Aux input $50
Bluetooth audio streaming $25
Bluetooth cell phone link $100
CD changer, in-dash $325
CD player$125 
iPod integration $100
MP3-compatible player $50
SD Card slot $25
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Automatic headlights$125 
Compass $0
Fog lights $125
Heated mirrors $25
Illuminated visor mirror, passenger $50
Turn signals on or near mirrors $25
Visor mirror, passenger$10 
Seats and Interior Trim 
Aluminum trim $100
Center armrest(s), second row $50
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 recliner, driver seat $100
Power recliner, passenger seat $100
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat$100 
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Alloy wheels $350
Sport suspension (upgrade) $0
Transmission 
Launch control $100
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls $100
Total Value of Features$1,685$4,815
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$3,130
Value of Feature Adjustments0-3,008

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See a complete comparison of Chevrolet Malibu Classic vs. Volkswagen Golf / GTI features.

Specifications Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu Classic vs. Volkswagen Golf / GTI

Model Year20082011
ModelMalibu ClassicGolf / GTI
Body4dr Sedan4dr Hatch
Wheelbase106.3 in101.5 in
Length188.3 in165.4 in
Width69.9 in70.3 in
Height57.5 in58.3 in
Curb Weight3,297 lb.3,090 lb.
Fuel Capacity16.3 gal.14.5 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.6 in39.3 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room56.7 in54.7 in
Row 1 Hip Room53.2 in0.0 in
Row 1 Legroom41.9 in41.2 in
Row 2 Headroom37.6 in38.5 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room56.1 in52.8 in
Row 2 Hip Room52.4 in0.0 in
Row 2 Legroom38.5 in35.5 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum		15.4 ft315.0 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum		15.446.0 ft3

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See a complete comparison of Chevrolet Malibu Classic vs. Volkswagen Golf / GTI 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 Golf / GTI GTI

6-speed automated manual
FeatureValueRequested?
6-speed automated manual0Yes
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls100No
Launch control100No
Total Requested00%
Total Not Requested200100%
Sunroof
FeatureValueRequested?
Audio controls on steering wheel125Yes
Sunroof900Yes
CD changer, in-dash200No
SD Card slot25No
Total Requested102582%
Total Not Requested22518%

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