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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: $33,125

Chevrolet Malibu Premier   
Difference: $9,405

Lowest Total Invoice: $31,769

Chevrolet Malibu Premier   
Difference: $8,141

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20162012
ModelMalibuTL
TrimPremierBase
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $30,920 $35,705
Base Invoice $29,683 $33,527
Panoramic sunroof 1,270  
Cargo net 60  
Advance Package   5,930
Panoramic sunroof 1,156  
Cargo net 55  
Advance Package   5,488
Options (change) 1,330 5,930
Options (change) 1,211 5,488
Destination 875 895
Total Price $33,125 $42,530
Total Invoice $31,769 $39,910

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Acura TL

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Chevrolet Malibu Premier
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $9,645
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $8,371
Model Year20162012
ModelMalibuTL
TrimPremierBase
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine250hp I4280hp V6
TransmissionT8T6
DrivetrainFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)22/32 MPG20/29 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 9440, 10
Tire (rear if not all the same)245/40-19245/45-18
Total Price$33,125$42,530
Adjustments for Features-2400
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$32,885$42,530
Total Invoice$31,769$39,910
Adjustments for Features-2300
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$31,539$39,910

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Features Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Acura TL

Model Year20162012
ModelMalibuTL
TrimPremierBase
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
8-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1300 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic $1100
FWD$0$0
Accessories 
AC power outlet$100 
Heated steering wheel$100 
Remote app$25 
Remote start$150 
Remote window/roof operation $15
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats $0
Blind spot warning system $200
Knee airbag, driver$75 
Knee airbag, passenger$75 
Rear side airbags$300 
Rollover sensor$50 
Safety key$5 
Temporary spare tire $150
Vehicle health reports$0 
Cargo Management 
Cargo mat$40 
Overhead sunglass holder $25
Rear seat pass-through $100
Exterior 
Laminated front side windows$200 
Panoramic sunroof$1200 
Rear spoiler $200
Sunroof $900
Infotainment 
4G LTE connectivity$0 
Android Auto support$100 
App support$0 
Apple CarPlay support$100 
CD player $125
DVD-Audio-compatible player $0
Media drive $15
MP3-compatible player $50
SMS text-to-speech reader$25 
Surround sound $250
Telematics service, such as OnStar $200
Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation$225 
Traffic + travel information $25
Voice control for external devices$0 
Wi-Fi hotspot$50 
Wireless charging station$75 
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Automatic headlights$125 
Automatic-off headlights $25
Fog lights $125
Mirror tilt-down in reverse $25
Xenon HID headlights $500
Seats and Interior Trim 
Folding second row seats$300 
Leather door panel trim $250
Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat$100 
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat $100
Upgraded floor mats$0 
Transmission 
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls $100
Total Value of Features$4,720$4,480
Value of Feature Adjustments$240$0
Value of Feature Adjustments-2300

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

Specifications Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Acura TL

Model Year20162012
ModelMalibuTL
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase111.4 in109.3 in
Length193.8 in194.0 in
Width73.0 in74.0 in
Height57.7 in57.2 in
Curb Weight3,388 lb.3,726 lb.
Fuel Capacity13.0 gal.18.5 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.1 in38.4 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room58.5 in58.2 in
Row 1 Hip Room54.1 in55.7 in
Row 1 Legroom42.0 in42.5 in
Row 2 Headroom37.5 in36.7 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room57.1 in56.2 in
Row 2 Hip Room53.4 in54.8 in
Row 2 Legroom38.1 in36.2 in
Cargo Volume15.8 ft313.1 ft3

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

Option Package Details
Acura TL

Advance Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Cooled or ventilated front seats300Yes
245/45VR18 tires400No
Blind spot warning system200No
Traffic + travel information25No
Upgraded leather upholstery0No
Navigation system600Yes
Rear spoiler200No
Telematics service, such as OnStar200Yes
DVD-Audio-compatible player0No
Rearview camera200Yes
Surround sound250No
Proximity key250Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Media drive, large15No
ELS, 440W, 10 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Total Requested165053%
Total Not Requested144047%

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