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Chevrolet Malibu vs. Acura RL Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Models in short supply often sell at or even above these prices.

Chevrolet Malibu vs. Acura RL Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $25,610

Chevrolet Malibu SS   
Difference: $24,305

Lowest Total Invoice: $23,993

Chevrolet Malibu SS   
Difference: $20,534

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20062006
ModelMalibuRL
TrimSSBase
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $22,865 $49,300
Base Invoice $21,608 $43,912
Sunroof 800  
Satellite radio 325  
CD changer, in-dash 300  
Telematics service, such as OnStar 695  
Sunroof 664  
Satellite radio 270  
CD changer, in-dash 249  
Telematics service, such as OnStar 577  
Options (change) 2,120 0
Options (change) 1,760 0
Destination 625 615
Total Price $25,610 $49,915
Total Invoice $23,993 $44,527

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Acura RL

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Chevrolet Malibu SS
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $17,325
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $14,307
Model Year20062006
ModelMalibuRL
TrimSSBase
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine240hp V6290hp V6
TransmissionT4T5
DrivetrainFWDAWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)19/26 MPG18/26 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 6260, 10
Tire (rear if not all the same)225/50-18245/50-17
Total Price$25,610$49,915
Adjustments for Features0-6,980
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$25,610$42,935
Total Invoice$23,993$44,527
Adjustments for Features0-6,227
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$23,993$38,300

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Features Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Acura RL

Model Year20062006
ModelMalibuRL
TrimSSBase
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
4-speed manually-shiftable automatic$900 
5-speed manually-shiftable automatic $1000
FWD$0 
AWD $1700
Accessories 
Active noise reduction $0
Power-adjustable pedals$125 
Proximity key $250
Remote start$150 
Remote window/roof operation $15
Sunshade, rear, power $225
Sunshades, second row $125
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual$250 
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power $350
Universal garage door opener $100
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Brake assist $50
Stability control $400
Tire-pressure monitor $75
Cargo Management 
Rear seat pass-through $100
Climate Control 
Dual-zone climate control $125
Interior air filter $0
Rear air vents $100
Drivetrain 
Active rear differential $500
Exterior 
Body kit$0 
Rear spoiler$200 
Infotainment 
Bluetooth cell phone link $100
Navigation system $600
Surround sound $250
Traffic information $25
Voice control for nav and audio $100
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Auto-dimming rearview mirror $150
Heated mirrors $25
Illuminated visor mirror, passenger $50
Mirror tilt-down in reverse $25
Steering-linked headlights $150
Turn signals on or near mirrors $25
Visor mirror, passenger$10 
Xenon HID headlights $500
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row $50
Folding second row seats$300 
Heated front seats $200
Leather seating surfaces $900
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat$50 
Memory system, driver seat $200
Partial leather seating sufaces$450 
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat $100
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat $100
Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat $100
Power recliner, driver seat $100
Power recliner, passenger seat $100
Power-folding headrests, second row seats $50
Wood trim $300
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Alloy wheels $350
Performance steering system (optional)$0 
Polished alloy wheels$350 
Sport suspension (upgrade)$0 
Transmission 
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls $100
Total Value of Features$2,785$9,765
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$6,980
Value of Feature Adjustments0-6,227

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Specifications Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Acura RL

Model Year20062006
ModelMalibuRL
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase106.3 in110.2 in
Length188.3 in193.6 in
Width69.9 in72.2 in
Height57.5 in57.1 in
Curb Weight3,315 lb.4,012 lb.
Fuel Capacity16.3 gal.19.4 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.6 in38.5 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room56.7 in58.5 in
Row 1 Hip Room53.2 in55.1 in
Row 1 Legroom41.9 in42.4 in
Row 2 Headroom37.6 in37.2 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room56.1 in56.1 in
Row 2 Hip Room52.4 in54.0 in
Row 2 Legroom38.5 in36.3 in
Cargo Volume15.4 ft313.1 ft3

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