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Chevrolet Malibu vs. Acura TLX Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Chevrolet Malibu vs. Acura TLX Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $36,310

Chevrolet Malibu Premier   
Difference: $12,985

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20182022
ModelMalibuTLX
TrimPremier2.0T
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $30,975 $38,900
Driver Confidence Package 1,195  
Sun and Wheels Package 2,270  
Driver Confidence Package II 995  
Advance Package   8,800
Metallic paint (extra cost)   500
Driver Confidence Package 1,087  
Sun and Wheels Package 2,066  
Driver Confidence Package II 905  
Advance Package   0
Metallic paint (extra cost)   0
Options (change) 4,460 9,300
Options (change) 4,058 0
Destination 875 1,095
Total Price $36,310 $49,295

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Acura TLX

Lowest Adjusted Price: Chevrolet Malibu Premier
Lowest Adjusted Invoice: Acura TLX 2.0T
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $8,790
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $33,667
Model Year20182022
ModelMalibuTLX
TrimPremier2.0T
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine250hp I4272hp I4
TransmissionT9T10
DrivetrainFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)22/32 MPG22/31 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 9710, 17
Tire (rear if not all the same)245/40-19235/50-18
Total Price$36,310$49,295
Adjustments for Features0-4,195
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$36,310$45,100

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Features Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Acura TLX

Model Year20182022
ModelMalibuTLX
TrimPremier2.0T
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
9-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1400 
10-speed manually-shiftable automatic $1500
FWD$0$0
Accessories 
AC power outlet$100 
Active noise reduction $0
Electronic engine sound enhancement $0
Remote window/roof operation $15
Semi-automated parking system$500 
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Around view cameras $500
Driver drowsiness monitor $150
Following distance indicator$25 
Lane departure prevention, steering-based$200 
Lane keeping assist $400
Rear side airbags$300 
Rearview camera$200 
Safety key$5 
Torque vectoring, brake-based $100
Cargo Management 
Cargo mat$40 
Overhead sunglass holder $25
Climate Control 
Rain-sensing wipers $175
Variable intermittent wipers$75 
Wiper de-icer $25
Engine / Motor 
Automatic start / stop $150
Exterior 
Laminated front side windows$200 
Panoramic sunroof$1200 
Sunroof $900
Infotainment 
Alexa integration $0
App support$0 
HD radio $50
In-vehicle Internet $150
Navigation map updates, three years $0
Surround sound $250
Telematics service, such as OnStar $200
Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation$225 
Traffic information $25
Voice control for external devices$0 
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Boost gauge $75
Fog lights $125
Head-up display (HUD) $350
Interior ambient lighting$150 
Interior ambient lighting, configurable $150
LED headlights $1000
Mirror tilt-down in reverse $25
Performance meter $150
Power-folding mirrors $50
Road sign information $75
Seats and Interior Trim 
Heated second row seats $200
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat $150
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat $150
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat$100 
Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat$100 
Power seatback bolsters, driver seat $100
Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat $100
Power thigh support length adjuster, driver seat $100
Power thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat $100
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat $100
Upgraded floor mats$0 
Upholstered door armrests (optional) $0
Upholstered instrument panel $300
Wood trim $300
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Adaptive dampers - electrical $500
Electronic systems calibration selector $200
Transmission 
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls $100
Total Value of Features$4,820$9,015
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$4,195
Value of Feature Adjustments0-93

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Specifications Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Acura TLX

Model Year20182022
ModelMalibuTLX
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase111.4 in113.0 in
Length193.8 in194.6 in
Width73.0 in75.2 in
Height57.7 in56.4 in
Curb Weight3,388 lb.3,709 lb.
Fuel Capacity15.8 gal.15.9 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.1 in37.2 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room58.5 in58.2 in
Row 1 Hip Room54.1 in55.8 in
Row 1 Legroom42.0 in42.5 in
Row 2 Headroom37.5 in36.3 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room57.1 in55.0 in
Row 2 Hip Room53.4 in54.6 in
Row 2 Legroom38.1 in34.9 in
Cargo Volume15.8 ft313.5 ft3

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Option Package Details
Chevrolet Malibu Premier

Driver Confidence Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Obstacle detection, front150Yes
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Auto-dimming headlights200Yes
Lane departure warning200Yes
Blind spot warning system200Yes
Cross-traffic warning, rear100Yes
Automatic braking, low-speed200Yes
Forward collision warning200Yes
Lane departure prevention, steering-based200Yes
Pedestrian detection50Yes
Following distance indicator25No
Total Requested175099%
Total Not Requested251%
Sun and Wheels Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Universal garage door opener100Yes
Panoramic sunroof1200No
245/40R19 tires400No
Upgraded floor mats0No
Total Requested1006%
Total Not Requested160094%
Driver Confidence Package II
FeatureValueRequested?
Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system0Yes
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed700Yes
Semi-automated parking system500No
Automatic braking, high-speed or partial200Yes
Total Requested90064%
Total Not Requested50036%

Option Package Details
Acura TLX 2.0T

Advance Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Wood trim300No
Heated second row seats200No
Fog lights125No
Heated steering wheel100Yes
Head-up display (HUD)350No
Around view cameras300No
Adaptive dampers - electrical400No
Power thigh support length adjuster, driver seat100No
Power seatback bolsters, driver seat100No
Power thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat100No
Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat100No
Rain-sensing wipers100No
Remote start150Yes
Wiper de-icer25No
Power-folding mirrors50No
Perimeter approach lighting25No
Cooled or ventilated front seats300Yes
Surround sound250No
Upholstered instrument panel300No
Wireless charging station75Yes
Upholstered door armrests (optional)0No
ELS, 710W, 17 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Navigation system600Yes
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Obstacle detection, front150Yes
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Voice control for nav and audio75Yes
Traffic information25No
Blind spot warning system200Yes
Cross-traffic warning, rear100Yes
Interior ambient lighting, configurable0No
Navigation map updates, three years0No
Total Requested290048%
Total Not Requested320052%

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