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

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Chevrolet Malibu Classic vs. Volkswagen Jetta Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $22,595

Chevrolet Malibu Classic LT   
Difference: $6,525

Lowest Total Invoice: $21,303

Chevrolet Malibu Classic LT   
Difference: $6,626

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20082014
ModelMalibu ClassicJetta
TrimLTGLI
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $20,320 $24,535
Base Invoice $19,304 $23,553
Front Seating Package 450  
Satellite radio 200  
Rear spoiler 175 375
Sunroof 800  
Autobahn Package   2,290
6-speed automated manual   1,100
Front Seating Package 374  
Satellite radio 166  
Rear spoiler 145 300
Sunroof 664  
Autobahn Package   2,200
6-speed automated manual   1,056
Options (change) 1,625 3,765
Options (change) 1,349 3,556
Destination 650 820
Total Price $22,595 $29,120
Total Invoice $21,303 $27,929

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu Classic vs. Volkswagen Jetta

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Chevrolet Malibu Classic LT
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $3,170
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $3,408
Model Year20082014
ModelMalibu ClassicJetta
TrimLTGLI
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine219hp V6210hp I4
TransmissionT4S6
DrivetrainFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)18/28 MPG24/32 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 6400, 9
Tire (rear if not all the same)215/60-16225/40-18
Total Price$22,595$29,120
Adjustments for Features0-3,355
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$22,595$25,765
Total Invoice$21,303$27,929
Adjustments for Features0-3,218
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$21,303$24,711

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Features Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu Classic vs. Volkswagen Jetta

Model Year20082014
ModelMalibu ClassicJetta
TrimLTGLI
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
4-speed manually-shiftable automatic$900 
6-speed automated manual $1100
FWD$0$0
Accessories 
Remote app $25
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 
Air-conditioned storage compartment $50
Overhead sunglass holder $25
Rear seat pass-through $100
Climate Control 
Automatic climate control, front $200
Dual-zone climate control $125
Heated windshield washer nozzles $15
Interior air filter $0
Rear air vents $100
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 
HD radio $50
iPod integration $100
MP3-compatible player $50
SD Card slot $25
Telematics service, such as OnStar $200
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 
Center armrest(s), second row $50
Manual height adjuster, passenger seat $50
Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat $50
Metal pedals $75
Power recliner, driver seat $100
Power recliner, passenger seat $100
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat$100 
Soft-touch instrument panel (optional) $0
Synthetic leather seating surfaces $0
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$1,335$4,690
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$3,355
Value of Feature Adjustments0-3,218

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

Specifications Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu Classic vs. Volkswagen Jetta

Model Year20082014
ModelMalibu ClassicJetta
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase106.3 in104.4 in
Length188.3 in182.2 in
Width69.9 in70.0 in
Height57.5 in57.2 in
Curb Weight3,297 lb.3,158 lb.
Fuel Capacity16.3 gal.14.5 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.6 in38.2 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room56.7 in55.2 in
Row 1 Hip Room53.2 in0.0 in
Row 1 Legroom41.9 in41.2 in
Row 2 Headroom37.6 in37.1 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room56.1 in53.6 in
Row 2 Hip Room52.4 in0.0 in
Row 2 Legroom38.5 in38.1 in
Cargo Volume15.4 ft315.5 ft3

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

Option Package Details
Chevrolet Malibu Classic LT

Front Seating Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Heated front seats200Yes
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat100No
Total Requested30075%
Total Not Requested10025%

Option Package Details
Volkswagen Jetta GLI

6-speed automated manual
FeatureValueRequested?
6-speed automated manual0Yes
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls100No
Launch control100No
Total Requested00%
Total Not Requested200100%
Autobahn Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Automatic climate control, front200No
Heated front seats200Yes
Sunroof900Yes
Dual-zone climate control125No
Synthetic leather seating surfaces0No
Heated windshield washer nozzles15No
Air-conditioned storage compartment50No
225/40HR18 tires400No
Fender, 400W, 9 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Total Requested110049%
Total Not Requested114051%

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