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Chevrolet Malibu vs. Acura RDX Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Chevrolet Malibu vs. Acura RDX Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $30,960

Chevrolet Malibu LTZ   
Difference: $2,820

Lowest Total Invoice: $29,299

Chevrolet Malibu LTZ   
Difference: $2,232

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20122012
ModelMalibuRDX
TrimLTZBase
Body4dr Sedan4dr SUV
Base Price $28,600 $32,895
Base Invoice $27,027 $30,646
3.6L V6 1,600  
3.6L V6 1,512  
Options (change) 1,600 0
Options (change) 1,512 0
Destination 760 885
Total Price $30,960 $33,780
Total Invoice $29,299 $31,531

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Acura RDX

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Chevrolet Malibu LTZ
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $910
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $449
Model Year20122012
ModelMalibuRDX
TrimLTZBase
Body4dr Sedan4dr SUV
Engine252hp V6240hp I4
TransmissionT6T5
DrivetrainFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)17/26 MPG19/24 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 8360, 7
Tire (rear if not all the same)225/50-18235/55-18
Total Price$30,960$33,780
Adjustments for Features0-1,910
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$30,960$31,870
Total Invoice$29,299$31,531
Adjustments for Features0-1,783
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$29,299$29,748

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Features Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Acura RDX

Model Year20122012
ModelMalibuRDX
TrimLTZBase
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 
Remote start$150 
Universal garage door opener $100
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats $0
Rearview camera $200
Rollover sensor $50
Cargo Management 
Cargo cover $75
Cargo mat$40 
Climate Control 
Dual-zone climate control $125
Interior air filter $0
Rear wiper $175
Exterior 
Bodyside cladding $350
Bodyside moldings$75 
Deep-tinted rear windows $275
Laminated front side windows$200 
Rear spoiler $200
Infotainment 
Bluetooth audio streaming $25
CD changer, in-dash $325
CD player$125 
Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation$225 
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Auto-dimming rearview mirror$150 
Boost gauge $75
Mirror tilt-down in reverse $25
Trip computer $150
Turn signals on or near mirrors $25
Xenon HID headlights $500
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row $50
Leather door panel trim $250
Memory system, driver seat $200
Power height adjuster, passenger seat$100 
Power recliner, passenger seat $100
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat$100 
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Performance steering system (optional)$0 
Total Value of Features$2,365$4,275
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$1,910
Value of Feature Adjustments0-1,783

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Specifications Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Acura RDX

Model Year20122012
ModelMalibuRDX
Body4dr Sedan4dr SUV
Wheelbase112.3 in104.3 in
Length191.8 in180.7 in
Width70.3 in73.6 in
Height57.1 in65.2 in
Curb Weight3,645 lb.3,743 lb.
Fuel Capacity16.0 gal.18.0 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.4 in38.7 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room55.9 in58.2 in
Row 1 Hip Room53.0 in54.4 in
Row 1 Legroom42.2 in41.8 in
Row 2 Headroom37.2 in38.3 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room53.9 in56.3 in
Row 2 Hip Room52.1 in53.0 in
Row 2 Legroom37.6 in37.6 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum
15.1 ft327.8 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum
15.160.6 ft3

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