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Chevrolet Malibu Limited vs. Tesla Model 3 Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Chevrolet Malibu Limited vs. Tesla Model 3 Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $29,700

Tesla Model 3 Standard Range   
Difference: $2,535

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20162020202020202020
ModelMalibu LimitedModel 3Model 3Model 3Model 3
TrimLTZStandard RangeStandard Range PlusLong RangePerformance
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $28,420 $35,000 $37,990 $46,990 $54,990
Advanced Safety Package 595        
Electronics and Entertainment Package 1,850        
Navigation system 495        
Metallic paint (extra cost)   1,000 1,000 1,000 1,000
Advanced Safety Package 541        
Electronics and Entertainment Package 1,684        
Navigation system 450        
Metallic paint (extra cost)   0 0 0 0
Options (change) 2,940 1,000 1,000 1,000 1,000
Options (change) 2,675 0 0 0 0
Destination 875 1,200 1,200 1,200 1,200
Gas Tax 0 -7,500 -7,500 -7,500 -7,500
Total Price $32,235 $29,700 $32,690 $41,690 $49,690

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu Limited vs. Tesla Model 3

Lowest Adjusted Price: Tesla Model 3 Standard Range
Lowest Adjusted Invoice: Tesla Model 3 Standard Range Plus
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $3,195
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $36,580
Model Year20162020202020202020
ModelMalibu LimitedModel 3Model 3Model 3Model 3
TrimLTZStandard RangeStandard Range PlusLong RangePerformance
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine202hp I4283hp E283hp E346hp E450hp E
TransmissionT6A1A1A1A1
DrivetrainFWDRWDRWDAWDAWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 9?, ??, ??, ??, ?
Tire (rear if not all the same)215/60-16235/45-18235/45-18235/45-18235/35-20
Total Price$32,235$29,700$32,690$41,690$49,690
Adjustments for Features0-660-660-2,360-2,360
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$32,235$29,040$32,030$39,330$47,330
Cost Above Minimum$0$0$2,990$10,290$18,290

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Features Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu Limited vs. Tesla Model 3

Model Year20162020202020202020
ModelMalibu LimitedModel 3Model 3Model 3Model 3
TrimLTZStandard RangeStandard Range PlusLong RangePerformance
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1100    
1-speed automatic $800$800$800$800
FWD$0    
RWD $0$0  
AWD   $1700$1700
Accessories 
AC power outlet$100    
Proximity key $250$250$250$250
Remote keyless entry$225    
Remote start$150    
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual$250    
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power $350$350$350$350
Universal garage door opener$100    
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Automatic braking, high-speed or partial $200$200$200$200
Blind spot warning system$200    
Cross-traffic warning, rear$100    
Obstacle detection, front $150$150$150$150
Obstacle detection, rear $250$250$250$250
Rear side airbags$300    
Temporary spare tire$150    
Vehicle health reports$0    
Cargo Management 
Cargo net$40    
Console with shifter$150    
Console without shifter $150$150$150$150
Overhead sunglass holder$25    
Climate Control 
Interior air filter$0    
Rain-sensing wipers $175$175$175$175
Rear air vents $100$100$100$100
Variable intermittent wipers$75    
Engine / Motor 
10 kW onboard charger $750$750$750$750
50 kWh battery pack $0   
54 kWh battery pack  $0  
75 kWh battery pack   $0 
Automatic start / stop$150    
DC quick-charging capability $750$750$750$750
Exterior 
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)$25    
Glass roof panel(s) $300$300$300$300
Laminated front side windows$200    
Sunroof$900    
Infotainment 
Aux input$50    
CD player$125    
In-vehicle Internet $150$150$150$150
MP3-compatible player$50    
Range alert $0$0$0$0
Satellite radio$200    
Siri Eyes Free support$0    
SMS text-to-speech reader$25    
Surround sound $250$250$250$250
Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation$225    
Voice control for external devices$0    
Wi-Fi hotspot$50    
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror $75$75$75$75
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror $75$75$75$75
Compass$0    
Digital instruments $0$0$0$0
Interior ambient lighting$150    
LED headlights $1000$1000$1000$1000
Mirror tilt-down in reverse$25    
Power-folding mirrors $50$50$50$50
Tachometer$75    
Seats and Interior Trim 
Leather seating surfaces$900    
Memory system, driver seat $200$200$200$200
Synthetic leather seating surfaces $0$0$0$0
Synthetic suede door panel trim $250$250$250$250
Wood trim $300$300$300$300
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Electronic systems calibration selector $200$200$200$200
Total Value of Features$6,115$6,775$6,775$8,475$8,475
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$660$660$2,360$2,360
Value of Feature Adjustments0140127357299

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See a complete comparison of Chevrolet Malibu Limited vs. Tesla Model 3 features.

Specifications Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu Limited vs. Tesla Model 3

Model Year20162020
ModelMalibu LimitedModel 3
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase107.8 in113.2 in
Length191.5 in184.8 in
Width73.0 in72.8 in
Height57.6 in56.8 in
Curb Weight3,394 lb.3,555 lb.
Fuel Capacity18.5 gal.0.0 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.0 in39.6 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room57.5 in56.3 in
Row 1 Hip Room55.0 in0.0 in
Row 1 Legroom42.1 in42.7 in
Row 2 Headroom37.5 in37.7 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room57.1 in54.0 in
Row 2 Hip Room54.3 in0.0 in
Row 2 Legroom36.8 in35.2 in
Cargo Volume16.3 ft315.0 ft3

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See a complete comparison of Chevrolet Malibu Limited vs. Tesla Model 3 specs.

Option Package Details
Chevrolet Malibu Limited LTZ

Advanced Safety Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Lane departure warning system200Yes
Blind spot warning system200No
Rear cross-traffic detection100No
Forward collision warning200Yes
Total Requested40057%
Total Not Requested30043%
Electronics and Entertainment Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Sunroof900No
Universal garage door opener100No
Rearview camera200Yes
AC power outlet100No
Mirror tilt-down in reverse25No
Pioneer, 9 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Total Requested20012%
Total Not Requested147588%

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