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

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Chevrolet Malibu Classic vs. Volkswagen Passat Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $23,190

Chevrolet Malibu Classic LT   
Difference: $14,254

Lowest Total Invoice: $21,797

Chevrolet Malibu Classic LT   
Difference: $12,999

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20082008
ModelMalibu ClassicPassat
TrimLTVR6
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $20,320 $36,050
Base Invoice $19,304 $33,597
Luxury and Convenience Package 595  
Front Seating Package 450  
Satellite radio 200  
Sunroof 800  
Rear spoiler 175 479
Heated front seats   225
Luxury and Convenience Package 494  
Front Seating Package 374  
Satellite radio 166  
Sunroof 664  
Rear spoiler 145 310
Heated front seats   199
Options (change) 2,220 704
Options (change) 1,843 509
Destination 650 690
Total Price $23,190 $37,444
Total Invoice $21,797 $34,796

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu Classic vs. Volkswagen Passat

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Chevrolet Malibu Classic LT
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $8,374
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $7,535
Model Year20082008
ModelMalibu ClassicPassat
TrimLTVR6
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine219hp V6280hp V6
TransmissionT4T6
DrivetrainFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)18/28 MPG17/26 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 6600, 10
Tire (rear if not all the same)215/60-16235/40-18
Total Price$23,190$37,444
Adjustments for Features0-5,880
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$23,190$31,564
Total Invoice$21,797$34,796
Adjustments for Features0-5,464
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$21,797$29,332

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Features Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu Classic vs. Volkswagen Passat

Model Year20082008
ModelMalibu ClassicPassat
TrimLTVR6
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
4-speed manually-shiftable automatic$900 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic $1100
FWD$0$0
Accessories 
Sunshade, rear $125
Sunshades, second row $125
Universal garage door opener $100
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Brake assist $50
Front side airbags $350
Full-size spare tire $225
Obstacle detection, rear $250
Stability control $400
Temporary spare tire$150 
Cargo Management 
Cargo net $40
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
Rain-sensing wipers $175
Rear air vents $100
Variable intermittent wipers$75 
Infotainment 
Aux input $50
CD changer, in-dash $325
CD player$125 
MP3-compatible player $50
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Heated mirrors $25
Interior ambient lighting $150
Steering-linked headlights $150
Turn signals on or near mirrors $25
Xenon HID headlights $500
Seats and Interior Trim 
Aluminum trim $100
Center armrest(s), second row $50
Leather seating surfaces $900
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat$50 
Memory system, driver seat $200
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat $150
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat $150
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat $100
Power height adjuster, passenger seat $100
Power recliner, driver seat $100
Power recliner, passenger seat $100
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat $100
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Alloy wheels $350
Alloy-look steel wheels$100 
Sport suspension (upgrade) $0
Transmission 
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls $100
Total Value of Features$1,400$7,280
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$5,880
Value of Feature Adjustments0-5,464

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

Specifications Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu Classic vs. Volkswagen Passat

Model Year20082008
ModelMalibu ClassicPassat
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase106.3 in106.7 in
Length188.3 in188.2 in
Width69.9 in71.7 in
Height57.5 in58.0 in
Curb Weight3,297 lb.3,576 lb.
Fuel Capacity16.3 gal.18.5 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.6 in38.4 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room56.7 in55.7 in
Row 1 Hip Room53.2 in0.0 in
Row 1 Legroom41.9 in41.4 in
Row 2 Headroom37.6 in37.8 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room56.1 in54.6 in
Row 2 Hip Room52.4 in0.0 in
Row 2 Legroom38.5 in37.7 in
Cargo Volume15.4 ft314.2 ft3

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

Option Package Details
Chevrolet Malibu Classic LT

Luxury and Convenience Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Illuminated visor mirror, passenger40Yes
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Fog lights125Yes
Compass0Yes
Alloy-look steel wheels100No
Total Requested31576%
Total Not Requested10024%
Front Seating Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Heated front seats200Yes
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Total Requested400100%
Total Not Requested00%

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