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Chevrolet Malibu Limited vs. Toyota Highlander Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Chevrolet Malibu Limited vs. Toyota Highlander Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $32,120

Chevrolet Malibu Limited LTZ   
Difference: $7,449

Lowest Total Invoice: $30,303

Chevrolet Malibu Limited LTZ   
Difference: $5,735

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20162012
ModelMalibu LimitedHighlander
TrimLTZLimited
Body4dr Sedan4dr SUV
Base Price $28,420 $35,745
Base Invoice $26,857 $32,635
Electronics and Entertainment Package 1,850  
Navigation system 495 2,650
Rear spoiler 400  
Cargo mat 80  
Floor mats   315
Cargo net   49
Electronics and Entertainment Package 1,684  
Navigation system 450 2,359
Rear spoiler 364  
Cargo mat 73  
Floor mats   200
Cargo net   34
Options (change) 2,825 3,014
Options (change) 2,571 2,593
Destination 875 810
Total Price $32,120 $39,569
Total Invoice $30,303 $36,038

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu Limited vs. Toyota Highlander

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Chevrolet Malibu Limited LTZ
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $5,609
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $4,059
Model Year20162012
ModelMalibu LimitedHighlander
TrimLTZLimited
Body4dr Sedan4dr SUV
Engine202hp I4270hp V6
TransmissionT6T5
DrivetrainFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)24/34 MPG18/24 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 9?, 9
Tire (rear if not all the same)215/60-16245/55-19
Total Price$32,120$39,569
Adjustments for Features0-1,840
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$32,120$37,729
Total Invoice$30,303$36,038
Adjustments for Features0-1,676
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$30,303$34,362

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Features Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu Limited vs. Toyota Highlander

Model Year20162012
ModelMalibu LimitedHighlander
TrimLTZLimited
Body4dr Sedan4dr SUV
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1100 
5-speed manually-shiftable automatic $1000
FWD$0$0
Accessories 
AC power outlet$100 
Power liftgate $350
Proximity key $250
Remote app$25 
Remote start$150 
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats $0
Full-size spare tire $225
Knee airbag, passenger$75 
Rear side airbags$300 
Side curtain airbags$350 
Side curtain airbags, three rows $500
Temporary spare tire$150 
Vehicle health reports$0 
Cargo Management 
Cargo cover $75
Liftglass or two-piece tailgate $150
Overhead sunglass holder$25 
Removable second-row console $200
Roof rails $250
Climate Control 
Rear air vents with automatic controls $250
Rear HVAC unit $400
Rear wiper $175
Wiper de-icer $25
Engine / Motor 
Automatic start / stop$150 
Exterior 
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)$25 
Deep-tinted rear windows $275
Laminated front side windows$200 
Rear bumper protector $40
Infotainment 
4G LTE connectivity$0 
App support$0 
CD changer, in-dash $325
CD player$125 
Siri Eyes Free support$0 
SMS text-to-speech reader$25 
Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation$225 
Voice control for external devices$0 
Wi-Fi hotspot$50 
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Compass$0 
Conversation mirror $25
Interior ambient lighting$150 
Mirror tilt-down in reverse$25 
Turn signals on or near mirrors$25 
Seats and Interior Trim 
Folding third row seats $600
Manual fore-aft adjuster, second row seats $75
Manual recliner, second row seats $75
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat$150 
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat$150 
Power height adjuster, passenger seat$100 
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat $100
Power thigh support length adjuster, driver seat $100
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat$100 
Stowable center seat, second row $150
Total Value of Features$3,775$5,615
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$1,840
Value of Feature Adjustments0-1,676

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See a complete comparison of Chevrolet Malibu Limited vs. Toyota Highlander features.

Specifications Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu Limited vs. Toyota Highlander

Model Year20162012
ModelMalibu LimitedHighlander
Body4dr Sedan4dr SUV
Wheelbase107.8 in109.8 in
Length191.5 in188.4 in
Width73.0 in75.2 in
Height57.6 in68.1 in
Curb Weight3,393 lb.4,045 lb.
Fuel Capacity18.5 gal.19.2 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.0 in40.6 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room57.5 in59.7 in
Row 1 Hip Room55.0 in56.7 in
Row 1 Legroom42.1 in43.2 in
Row 2 Headroom37.5 in40.1 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room57.1 in59.5 in
Row 2 Hip Room54.3 in56.5 in
Row 2 Legroom36.8 in38.3 in
Row 3 Headroom0.0 in36.3 in
Row 3 Shoulder Room0.0 in55.0 in
Row 3 Hip Room0.0 in42.3 in
Row 3 Legroom0.0 in29.2 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum		16.3 ft310.3 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Behind R2		16.342.3 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum		16.395.4 ft3

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See a complete comparison of Chevrolet Malibu Limited vs. Toyota Highlander specs.

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
Toyota Highlander Limited

Floor mats
FeatureValueRequested?
Floor mats75Yes
Cargo mat40Yes
Total Requested115100%
Total Not Requested00%
Navigation system
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
CD changer, in-dash200No
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
JBL, 9 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Total Requested70056%
Total Not Requested55044%

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