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

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Chevrolet Malibu Classic vs. Volkswagen Tiguan Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $23,190

Chevrolet Malibu Classic LT   
Difference: $11,605

Lowest Total Invoice: $21,797

Chevrolet Malibu Classic LT   
Difference: $11,640

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20082012
ModelMalibu ClassicTiguan
TrimLTSEL
Body4dr Sedan4dr SUV
Base Price $20,320 $33,975
Base Invoice $19,304 $32,617
Luxury and Convenience Package 595  
Front Seating Package 450  
Rear spoiler 175  
Satellite radio 200  
Sunroof 800  
FWD   0
Luxury and Convenience Package 494  
Front Seating Package 374  
Rear spoiler 145  
Satellite radio 166  
Sunroof 664  
FWD   0
Options (change) 2,220 0
Options (change) 1,843 0
Destination 650 820
Total Price $23,190 $34,795
Total Invoice $21,797 $33,437

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu Classic vs. Volkswagen Tiguan

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Chevrolet Malibu Classic LT
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $4,365
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $4,683
Model Year20082012
ModelMalibu ClassicTiguan
TrimLTSEL
Body4dr Sedan4dr SUV
Engine219hp V6200hp I4
TransmissionT4T6
DrivetrainFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)18/28 MPG22/27 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 6?, 8
Tire (rear if not all the same)215/60-16255/40-19
Total Price$23,190$34,795
Adjustments for Features0-7,240
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$23,190$27,555
Total Invoice$21,797$33,437
Adjustments for Features0-6,957
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$21,797$26,480

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Features Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu Classic vs. Volkswagen Tiguan

Model Year20082012
ModelMalibu ClassicTiguan
TrimLTSEL
Body4dr Sedan4dr SUV
Transmission and Drivetrain 
4-speed manually-shiftable automatic$900 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic $1100
FWD$0$0
Accessories 
Proximity key $250
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Brake assist $50
Front side airbags $350
Rollover sensor $50
Stability control $400
Trailer sway control $25
Cargo Management 
Air-conditioned storage compartment $50
Overhead sunglass holder $25
Roof rails $250
Trailering equipment (4 wire) $125
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
Rear wiper $175
Variable intermittent wipers$75 
Exterior 
Bodyside cladding (gray/black) $250
Bodyside moldings$75 
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) $25
Deep-tinted rear windows $275
Panoramic sunroof $1200
Sunroof$900 
Wheel-lip moldings $75
Infotainment 
Aux input $50
Bluetooth audio streaming $25
Bluetooth cell phone link $100
iPod integration $100
MP3-compatible player $50
Navigation system $600
SD Card slot $25
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Cornering lights $50
Heated mirrors $25
Interior ambient lighting $150
Power-folding mirrors $50
Steering-linked headlights $150
Turn signals on or near mirrors $25
Xenon HID headlights $500
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row $50
Folding passenger seat $150
Leather seating surfaces $900
Manual fore-aft adjuster, second row seats $75
Manual height adjuster, passenger seat $50
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat$50 
Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat $50
Manual recliner, second row seats $75
Memory system, driver seat $200
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat $150
Power recliner, driver seat $100
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Alloy wheels $350
Alloy-look steel wheels$100 
Sport suspension (upgrade) $0
Total Value of Features$2,100$9,340
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$7,240
Value of Feature Adjustments0-6,957

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

Specifications Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu Classic vs. Volkswagen Tiguan

Model Year20082012
ModelMalibu ClassicTiguan
Body4dr Sedan4dr SUV
Wheelbase106.3 in102.5 in
Length188.3 in174.5 in
Width69.9 in71.2 in
Height57.5 in65.6 in
Curb Weight3,297 lb.3,404 lb.
Fuel Capacity16.3 gal.16.8 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.6 in39.1 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room56.7 in56.2 in
Row 1 Hip Room53.2 in0.0 in
Row 1 Legroom41.9 in40.1 in
Row 2 Headroom37.6 in39.0 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room56.1 in55.0 in
Row 2 Hip Room52.4 in0.0 in
Row 2 Legroom38.5 in35.8 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum		15.4 ft323.8 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum		15.456.1 ft3

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See a complete comparison of Chevrolet Malibu Classic vs. Volkswagen Tiguan 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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