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Chevrolet Malibu vs. Acura TL Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Chevrolet Malibu vs. Acura TL Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $30,960

Chevrolet Malibu LTZ   
Difference: $5,640

Lowest Total Invoice: $29,299

Chevrolet Malibu LTZ   
Difference: $5,123

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20122012
ModelMalibuTL
TrimLTZBase
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $28,600 $35,705
Base Invoice $27,027 $33,527
3.6L V6 1,600  
3.6L V6 1,512  
Options (change) 1,600 0
Options (change) 1,512 0
Destination 760 895
Total Price $30,960 $36,600
Total Invoice $29,299 $34,422

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Acura TL

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Chevrolet Malibu LTZ
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $4,700
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $4,239
Model Year20122012
ModelMalibuTL
TrimLTZBase
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine252hp V6280hp V6
TransmissionT6T6
DrivetrainFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)17/26 MPG20/29 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 8276, 8
Tire (rear if not all the same)225/50-18245/50-17
Total Price$30,960$36,600
Adjustments for Features0-940
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$30,960$35,660
Total Invoice$29,299$34,422
Adjustments for Features0-884
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$29,299$33,538

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Features Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Acura TL

Model Year20122012
ModelMalibuTL
TrimLTZBase
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1100$1100
FWD$0$0
Accessories 
AC power outlet$100 
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
Cargo Management 
Cargo mat$40 
Cargo net $40
Overhead sunglass holder $25
Rear seat pass-through $100
Climate Control 
Dual-zone climate control $125
Interior air filter $0
Rear air vents $100
Exterior 
Bodyside moldings$75 
Laminated front side windows$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 
Automatic headlights$125 
Automatic-off headlights $25
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
Folding second row seats$300 
Leather door panel trim $250
Memory system, driver seat $200
Power recliner, passenger seat $100
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Performance steering system (optional)$0 
Transmission 
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls $100
Total Value of Features$2,440$3,380
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$940
Value of Feature Adjustments0-884

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Specifications Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Acura TL

Model Year20122012
ModelMalibuTL
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase112.3 in109.3 in
Length191.8 in194.0 in
Width70.3 in74.0 in
Height57.1 in57.2 in
Curb Weight3,645 lb.3,726 lb.
Fuel Capacity16.0 gal.18.5 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.4 in38.4 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room55.9 in58.2 in
Row 1 Hip Room53.0 in55.7 in
Row 1 Legroom42.2 in42.5 in
Row 2 Headroom37.2 in36.7 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room53.9 in56.2 in
Row 2 Hip Room52.1 in54.8 in
Row 2 Legroom37.6 in36.2 in
Cargo Volume15.1 ft313.1 ft3

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