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Chevrolet Malibu vs. Acura RL Price Comparison (MSRP)The sticker prices, before adjusting for remaining feature differences. Usually these are the numbers you will see on the window stickers.
Models in short supply often sell at or even above these prices.
Models in short supply often sell at or even above these prices.
Chevrolet Malibu vs. Acura RL Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $30,470 Chevrolet Malibu LTZ | ||
| Difference: $18,625 | ||
Lowest Total Invoice: $28,806 Chevrolet Malibu LTZ | ||
| Difference: $16,187 | ||
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| Model Year | 2011 | 2012 |
| Model | Malibu | RL |
| Trim | LTZ | Base |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Price | $27,165 | $48,200 |
| Base Invoice | $25,806 | $44,098 |
| Sunroof | 850 | |
| Temporary spare tire | 100 | |
| 3.6L V6 | 1,595 | |
| Sunroof | 748 | |
| Temporary spare tire | 88 | |
| 3.6L V6 | 1,404 | |
| Options (change) | 2,545 | 0 |
| Options (change) | 2,240 | 0 |
| Destination | 760 | 895 |
| Total Price | $30,470 | $49,095 |
| Total Invoice | $28,806 | $44,993 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Acura RL
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Chevrolet Malibu LTZ | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $14,460 | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $12,370 | ||
| Model Year | 2011 | 2012 |
| Model | Malibu | RL |
| Trim | LTZ | Base |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | 252hp V6 | 300hp V6 |
| Transmission | T6 | T6 |
| Drivetrain | FWD | AWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | 17/26 MPG | 17/24 MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | ?, 8 | 260, 10 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 225/50-18 | 245/45-18 |
| Total Price | $30,470 | $49,095 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -4,165 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $30,470 | $44,930 |
| Total Invoice | $28,806 | $44,993 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -3,817 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $28,806 | $41,176 |
Features Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Acura RL
| Model Year | 2011 | 2012 |
| Model | Malibu | RL |
| Trim | LTZ | Base |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | $1100 |
| FWD | $0 | |
| AWD | $1700 | |
| Accessories | ||
| AC power outlet | $100 | |
| Active noise reduction | $0 | |
| Proximity key | $250 | |
| Remote start | $150 | |
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | |
| Sunshade, rear | $125 | |
| 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 | ||
| Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats | $0 | |
| Cargo Management | ||
| Cargo mat | $40 | |
| Cargo net | $40 | |
| 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 | ||
| Bodyside moldings | $75 | |
| Laminated front side windows | $200 | |
| Infotainment | ||
| CD changer, in-dash | $325 | |
| CD player | $125 | |
| DVD-Audio-compatible player | $0 | |
| MP3-compatible player | $50 | |
| Surround sound | $250 | |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation | $225 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||
| Compass | $0 | |
| 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 | |
| Door sill trim plates | $100 | |
| Folding second row seats | $300 | |
| Leather door panel trim | $250 | |
| Memory system, driver seat | $200 | |
| Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Power-folding headrests, second row seats | $50 | |
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||
| Performance steering system (optional) | $0 | |
| Transmission | ||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | |
| Total Value of Features | $2,765 | $6,930 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $4,165 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | -3,817 |
Specifications Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Acura RL
| Model Year | 2011 | 2012 |
| Model | Malibu | RL |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Wheelbase | 112.3 in | 110.2 in |
| Length | 191.8 in | 195.8 in |
| Width | 70.3 in | 72.7 in |
| Height | 57.1 in | 57.2 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,645 lb. | 4,099 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 16.0 gal. | 19.4 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 39.4 in | 38.5 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 55.9 in | 58.5 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 53.0 in | 55.1 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 42.2 in | 42.4 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 37.2 in | 37.2 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 53.9 in | 56.1 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 52.1 in | 54.0 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 37.6 in | 36.3 in |
| Cargo Volume | 15.1 ft3 | 13.8 ft3 |
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