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Chevrolet Malibu vs. Acura ILX Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Chevrolet Malibu vs. Acura ILX Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $30,960

Chevrolet Malibu LTZ   
Difference: $105

Lowest Total Invoice: $29,299

Chevrolet Malibu LTZ   
Difference: $262

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20122018
ModelMalibuILX
TrimLTZBase
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $28,600 $28,100
Base Invoice $27,027 $26,701
3.6L V6 1,600  
Premium Package   2,000
3.6L V6 1,512  
Premium Package   1,895
Options (change) 1,600 2,000
Options (change) 1,512 1,895
Destination 760 965
Total Price $30,960 $31,065
Total Invoice $29,299 $29,561

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Acura ILX

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Acura ILX
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $1,195
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $975
Model Year20122018
ModelMalibuILX
TrimLTZBase
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine252hp V6201hp I4
TransmissionT6S8
DrivetrainFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)17/26 MPG25/35 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 8360, 7
Tire (rear if not all the same)225/50-18215/45-17
Total Price$30,960$31,065
Adjustments for Features0-1,300
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$30,960$29,765
Total Invoice$29,299$29,561
Adjustments for Features0-1,237
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$29,299$28,324

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Features Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Acura ILX

Model Year20122018
ModelMalibuILX
TrimLTZBase
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1100 
8-speed automated manual $1300
FWD$0$0
Accessories 
AC power outlet$100 
Active noise reduction $0
Proximity key $250
Remote start$150 
Remote window/roof operation $15
Universal garage door opener $100
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats $0
Blind spot warning system $200
Cross-traffic warning, rear $100
Rearview camera $200
Rollover sensor $50
Temporary spare tire$150 
Wide-view rear camera $0
Cargo Management 
Cargo mat$40 
Climate Control 
Dual-zone climate control $125
Interior air filter $0
Exterior 
Bodyside moldings$75 
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)$25 
Laminated front side windows$200 
Infotainment 
App support $0
Bluetooth audio streaming $25
HD radio $50
Siri Eyes Free support $0
SMS text-to-speech reader $25
Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation$225 
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Compass$0 
Fog lights$125 
LED headlights $1000
Mirror tilt-down in reverse $25
Spotter mirror(s) $50
Trip computer $150
Turn signals on or near mirrors $25
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row $50
Leather seating surfaces$900 
Memory system, driver seat $200
Partial leather seating sufaces $450
Power height adjuster, passenger seat$100 
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat$100 
Power recliner, passenger seat $100
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat$100 
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Adaptive dampers - mechanical $100
Performance steering system (optional)$0 
Transmission 
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls $100
Total Value of Features$3,390$4,690
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$1,300
Value of Feature Adjustments0-1,237

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See a complete comparison of Chevrolet Malibu vs. Acura ILX features.

Specifications Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Acura ILX

Model Year20122018
ModelMalibuILX
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase112.3 in105.1 in
Length191.8 in181.9 in
Width70.3 in70.6 in
Height57.1 in55.6 in
Curb Weight3,645 lb.3,093 lb.
Fuel Capacity16.0 gal.13.2 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.4 in38.0 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room55.9 in55.6 in
Row 1 Hip Room53.0 in50.3 in
Row 1 Legroom42.2 in42.3 in
Row 2 Headroom37.2 in35.9 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room53.9 in53.5 in
Row 2 Hip Room52.1 in51.7 in
Row 2 Legroom37.6 in34.0 in
Cargo Volume15.1 ft312.3 ft3

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See a complete comparison of Chevrolet Malibu vs. Acura ILX specs.

Option Package Details
Acura ILX

Premium Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Power recliner, passenger seat100No
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Universal garage door opener100No
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Memory system, driver seat200No
Satellite radio200Yes
Partial leather seating sufaces450Yes
HD radio50No
Blind spot warning system200No
Cross-traffic warning, rear100No
App support0No
Total Requested90055%
Total Not Requested75045%

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