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Chevrolet Malibu Limited vs. Ford Explorer Price Comparison (MSRP)The sticker prices, before adjusting for remaining feature differences. Usually these are the numbers you will see on the window stickers.
Models in short supply often sell at or even above these prices.
Models in short supply often sell at or even above these prices.
Chevrolet Malibu Limited vs. Ford Explorer Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $31,780 Chevrolet Malibu Limited LTZ | |||
| Difference: $6,770 | |||
Lowest Total Invoice: $29,993 Chevrolet Malibu Limited LTZ | |||
| Difference: $5,422 | |||
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| Model Year | 2016 | 2009 | 2009 |
| Model | Malibu Limited | Explorer | Explorer |
| Trim | LTZ | Eddie Bauer | Limited |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Base Price | $28,420 | $31,615 | $35,550 |
| Base Invoice | $26,857 | $29,319 | $32,901 |
| Electronics and Entertainment Package | 1,850 | ||
| Navigation system | 495 | 2,505 | 1,995 |
| All-weather floor mats | 140 | 75 | 75 |
| Convenience Package | 995 | ||
| 4.6L V8 | 1,310 | 1,310 | |
| Remote start | 385 | 385 | |
| Sunroof | 850 | 850 | |
| Electronics and Entertainment Package | 1,684 | ||
| Navigation system | 450 | 2,129 | 1,696 |
| All-weather floor mats | 127 | 64 | 64 |
| Convenience Package | 846 | ||
| 4.6L V8 | 1,192 | 1,192 | |
| Remote start | 327 | 327 | |
| Sunroof | 723 | 723 | |
| Options (change) | 2,485 | 6,120 | 4,615 |
| Options (change) | 2,261 | 5,281 | 4,002 |
| Destination | 875 | 815 | 815 |
| Total Price | $31,780 | $38,550 | $40,980 |
| Total Invoice | $29,993 | $35,415 | $37,718 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu Limited vs. Ford Explorer
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Chevrolet Malibu Limited LTZ | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $6,480 | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $5,156 | |||
| Model Year | 2016 | 2009 | 2009 |
| Model | Malibu Limited | Explorer | Explorer |
| Trim | LTZ | Eddie Bauer | Limited |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Engine | 202hp I4 | 292hp V8 | 292hp V8 |
| Transmission | T6 | A6 | A6 |
| Drivetrain | FWD | RWD | RWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | 24/34 MPG | 13/20 MPG | 13/20 MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | ?, 9 | 190, 7 | 190, 7 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 215/60-16 | 245/65-17 | 235/65-18 |
| Total Price | $31,780 | $38,550 | $40,980 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -290 | -2,040 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $31,780 | $38,260 | $38,940 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $0 | $680 |
| Total Invoice | $29,993 | $35,415 | $37,718 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -266 | -1,878 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $29,993 | $35,149 | $35,840 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $0 | $691 |
Features Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu Limited vs. Ford Explorer
| Model Year | 2016 | 2009 | 2009 |
| Model | Malibu Limited | Explorer | Explorer |
| Trim | LTZ | Eddie Bauer | Limited |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | |||
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | ||
| 6-speed automatic | $1000 | $1000 | |
| FWD | $0 | ||
| RWD | $0 | $0 | |
| Accessories | |||
| AC power outlet | $100 | ||
| Keyless entry keypad | $50 | $50 | |
| Power-adjustable pedals | $125 | $125 | |
| Remote app | $25 | ||
| Tilt steering wheel, manual | $150 | $150 | |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | ||
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | |||
| 911 assist | $25 | $25 | |
| Brake assist | $50 | ||
| Full-size spare tire | $225 | $225 | |
| Knee airbag, driver | $75 | ||
| Knee airbag, passenger | $75 | ||
| Obstacle detection, rear | $250 | $250 | |
| Rear side airbags | $300 | ||
| Rearview camera | $200 | ||
| Temporary spare tire | $150 | ||
| Trailer sway control | $25 | $25 | |
| Cargo Management | |||
| Cargo cover | $75 | ||
| Cargo net | $40 | ||
| Class II trailer hitch | $200 | $200 | |
| Liftglass or two-piece tailgate | $150 | $150 | |
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | ||
| Roof rack | $300 | $300 | |
| Trailering equipment (4 wire) | $125 | $125 | |
| Climate Control | |||
| Interior air filter | $0 | ||
| Rear air vents | $100 | ||
| Rear air vents with manual controls | $150 | ||
| Rear HVAC unit | $400 | ||
| Rear wiper | $175 | $175 | |
| Engine / Motor | |||
| Automatic start / stop | $150 | ||
| Exterior | |||
| Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) | $25 | ||
| Deep-tinted rear windows | $275 | $275 | |
| Laminated front side windows | $200 | ||
| Rear bumper protector | $40 | $40 | |
| Running boards | $350 | $350 | |
| Wheel-lip moldings | $75 | $75 | |
| Infotainment | |||
| 4G LTE connectivity | $0 | ||
| App support | $0 | ||
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | ||
| DVD-compatible player | $0 | $0 | |
| Media drive | $15 | $15 | |
| Siri Eyes Free support | $0 | ||
| Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation | $225 | ||
| Traffic + travel information | $25 | $25 | |
| Wi-Fi hotspot | $50 | ||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | |||
| Interior ambient lighting | $150 | ||
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | $25 | ||
| Turn signals on or near mirrors | $25 | ||
| Seats and Interior Trim | |||
| Center armrest(s), second row | $50 | $50 | |
| Door sill trim plates | $100 | ||
| Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | |
| Manual recliner, second row seats | $75 | ||
| Memory system, driver seat | $200 | $200 | |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $150 | ||
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $150 | ||
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | $100 | ||
| Power-folding third row seats | $1000 | ||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | |||
| Alloy wheels | $350 | $350 | |
| Chrome-clad alloy wheels | $600 | ||
| White-letter tires | $0 | $0 | |
| Total Value of Features | $4,165 | $4,455 | $6,205 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $290 | $2,040 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | -266 | -1,878 |
Specifications Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu Limited vs. Ford Explorer
| Model Year | 2016 | 2009 |
| Model | Malibu Limited | Explorer |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV |
| Wheelbase | 107.8 in | 113.7 in |
| Length | 191.5 in | 193.4 in |
| Width | 73.0 in | 73.7 in |
| Height | 57.6 in | 72.8 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,393 lb. | 4,531 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 18.5 gal. | 22.5 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 39.0 in | 39.8 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 57.5 in | 59.0 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 55.0 in | 55.4 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 42.1 in | 42.4 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 37.5 in | 38.7 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 57.1 in | 58.9 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 54.3 in | 55.5 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 36.8 in | 36.9 in |
| Row 3 Headroom | 0.0 in | 37.4 in |
| Row 3 Shoulder Room | 0.0 in | 53.1 in |
| Row 3 Hip Room | 0.0 in | 45.3 in |
| Row 3 Legroom | 0.0 in | 34.9 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 16.3 ft3 | 13.6 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 16.3 | 43.9 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 16.3 | 83.7 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Chevrolet Malibu Limited LTZ
| Electronics and Entertainment Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Sunroof | 900 | Yes |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Rearview camera | 200 | No |
| AC power outlet | 100 | No |
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | 25 | No |
| Pioneer, 9 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Total Requested | 1000 | 60% |
| Total Not Requested | 675 | 40% |
Option Package Details
Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer
| Convenience Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Automatic climate control, front | 200 | Yes |
| Heated mirrors | 25 | Yes |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | No |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | No |
| Power-adjustable pedals | 125 | No |
| Dual-zone climate control | 125 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 750 | 57% |
| Total Not Requested | 575 | 43% |
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 75 | Yes |
| Unbranded, 190W, 7 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Media drive, large | 15 | No |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 675 | 63% |
| Total Not Requested | 390 | 37% |
| 4.6L V8 OHC-3v 292 hp@5750 300 lb-ft@3950 | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| 4.6L V8 OHC-3v 292 hp@5750 300 lb-ft@3950 | 1000 | Yes |
| 6-speed automatic | 0 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1000 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
Option Package Details
Ford Explorer Limited
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 75 | Yes |
| Media drive, large | 15 | No |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 675 | 94% |
| Total Not Requested | 40 | 6% |
| 4.6L V8 OHC-3v 292 hp@5750 300 lb-ft@3950 | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| 4.6L V8 OHC-3v 292 hp@5750 300 lb-ft@3950 | 1000 | Yes |
| 6-speed automatic | 0 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1000 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
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