Chevrolet Malibu Limited Chevrolet Malibu Limited 2016 Ford Taurus Ford Taurus 2012

We are 103,000+ car owners sharing real-world car information.

Join Us

Chevrolet Malibu Limited vs. Ford Taurus 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.

Chevrolet Malibu Limited vs. Ford Taurus Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $32,180

Chevrolet Malibu Limited LTZ   
Difference: $6,915

Lowest Total Invoice: $30,357

Chevrolet Malibu Limited LTZ   
Difference: $5,448

Calculate Payments

  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year201620122012
ModelMalibu LimitedTaurusTaurus
TrimLTZLimitedSHO
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $28,420 $32,155 $38,155
Base Invoice $26,857 $29,635 $35,025
Electronics and Entertainment Package 1,850    
Navigation system 495 1,850 1,850
All-weather floor mats 140 75 75
Rear spoiler 400    
Remote start   425 425
Sunroof   995  
Package 303A   2,800  
Package 401A     2,000
Electronics and Entertainment Package 1,684    
Navigation system 450 1,610 1,610
All-weather floor mats 127 65 65
Rear spoiler 364    
Remote start   398 398
Sunroof   866  
Package 303A   2,436  
Package 401A     1,740
Options (change) 2,885 6,145 4,350
Options (change) 2,625 5,375 3,813
Destination 875 795 795
Total Price $32,180 $39,095 $43,300
Total Invoice $30,357 $35,805 $39,633

Return to top

While we strive for accuracy, the site is not error-free, and prices can change at any time.

Dealer Price Quotes

Want to find out how much dealers are willing to discount these cars?

Request free, no-obligation Chevrolet Malibu Limited dealer quotes or Ford Taurus dealer quotes from dealers using our car quote form.

The process is easy and takes just a minute or two. You'll receive price quotes from local approved dealers within 48 hours.

TrueDelta Value Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu Limited vs. Ford Taurus

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Chevrolet Malibu Limited LTZ
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $5,770
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $4,399
Model Year201620122012
ModelMalibu LimitedTaurusTaurus
TrimLTZLimitedSHO
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine202hp I4263hp V6365hp V6
TransmissionT6T6T6
DrivetrainFWDFWDAWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 9390, 12390, 12
Tire (rear if not all the same)215/60-16255/45-19255/45-19
Total Price$32,180$39,095$43,300
Adjustments for Features0-1,145-2,220
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$32,180$37,950$41,080
Cost Above Minimum$0$0$3,130
Total Invoice$30,357$35,805$39,633
Adjustments for Features0-1,049-2,032
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$30,357$34,756$37,601
Cost Above Minimum$0$0$2,845

Return to top

Features Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu Limited vs. Ford Taurus

Model Year201620122012
ModelMalibu LimitedTaurusTaurus
TrimLTZLimitedSHO
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1100$1100$1100
FWD$0$0 
AWD  $1700
Accessories 
AC power outlet$100  
Keyless entry keypad $50$50
Power-adjustable pedals $125 
Proximity key $250$250
Remote app$25  
Sunshade, rear, power $225 
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
911 assist $25$25
Blind spot warning system $200 
Cross-traffic warning, rear $100 
Knee airbag, driver$75  
Knee airbag, passenger$75  
Obstacle detection, rear $250$250
Rear side airbags$300  
Safety key $5$5
Climate Control 
Rain-sensing wipers $175 
Rear air vents $100$100
Variable intermittent wipers$75 $75
Engine / Motor 
Automatic start / stop$150  
Exterior 
Laminated front side windows$200  
Rear spoiler$200 $200
Infotainment 
4G LTE connectivity$0  
App support$0  
DVD-compatible player $0$0
HD radio $50$50
Media drive $15$15
Navigation, turn-by-turn $25$25
Siri Eyes Free support$0  
Surround sound $250$250
Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation$225  
Traffic + travel information $25$25
Wi-Fi hotspot$50  
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror $75$75
Auto-dimming headlights $200 
Fog lights$125  
Mirror tilt-down in reverse$25  
Turn signals on or near mirrors$25  
Xenon HID headlights  $500
Seats and Interior Trim 
Cooled or ventilated front seats $300$300
Heated second row seats $200 
Leather-wrapped steering wheel$150 $150
Memory system, driver seat $200$200
Metal pedals  $75
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 lumbar adjuster, driver seat $100$100
Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat $100$100
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat$100  
Synthetic suede inserts in leather seating surfaces  $0
Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel $150 
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Alloy wheels$350 $350
Chrome-clad alloy wheels $600 
Sport suspension (upgrade)  $0
Transmission 
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls $100$100
Total Value of Features$3,850$4,995$6,070
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$1,145$2,220
Value of Feature Adjustments0-1,049-2,032

Return to top

Specifications Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu Limited vs. Ford Taurus

Model Year20162012
ModelMalibu LimitedTaurus
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase107.8 in112.9 in
Length191.5 in202.9 in
Width73.0 in76.2 in
Height57.6 in60.7 in
Curb Weight3,394 lb.4,016 lb.
Fuel Capacity18.5 gal.20.0 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.0 in39.0 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room57.5 in57.9 in
Row 1 Hip Room55.0 in56.3 in
Row 1 Legroom42.1 in41.9 in
Row 2 Headroom37.5 in37.8 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room57.1 in56.9 in
Row 2 Hip Room54.3 in55.8 in
Row 2 Legroom36.8 in38.1 in
Cargo Volume16.3 ft320.1 ft3

Return to top

Option Package Details
Chevrolet Malibu Limited LTZ

Electronics and Entertainment Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Sunroof900Yes
Universal garage door opener100Yes
Rearview camera200Yes
AC power outlet100No
Mirror tilt-down in reverse25No
Pioneer, 9 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Total Requested120072%
Total Not Requested47528%

Option Package Details
Ford Taurus Limited

Navigation system
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
DVD-compatible player0No
Voice control for nav and audio75Yes
HD radio50No
Media drive, large15No
Total Requested67591%
Total Not Requested659%
Package 303A
FeatureValueRequested?
Heated front seats200Yes
Heated second row seats200No
Cooled or ventilated front seats300No
Sunshade, rear, power225No
Rain-sensing wipers100No
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror75No
Power-adjustable pedals125No
Surround sound250No
Auto-dimming headlights200No
Proximity key250No
Blind spot warning system200No
Rear cross-traffic detection100No
Sony, 390W, 12 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Total Requested2008%
Total Not Requested237592%

Option Package Details
Ford Taurus SHO

Package 401A
FeatureValueRequested?
Heated front seats200Yes
Cooled or ventilated front seats300No
Sunroof900Yes
Surround sound250No
Sony, 390W, 12 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Total Requested110055%
Total Not Requested90045%
Navigation system
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
DVD-compatible player0No
Voice control for nav and audio75Yes
HD radio50No
Media drive, large15No
Total Requested67591%
Total Not Requested659%

Was this information useful?

We're glad we could help! Share this page:

We're so sorry! Tell us how we can improve it.

See TrueDelta's information for all Sedans
See TrueDelta's information for all Chevrolet models.