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Chevrolet Malibu vs. Acura TSX Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Chevrolet Malibu vs. Acura TSX Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $30,960

Chevrolet Malibu LTZ   
Difference: $9,085

Lowest Total Invoice: $29,299

Chevrolet Malibu LTZ   
Difference: $8,312

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20122013
ModelMalibuTSX
TrimLTZBase
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $28,600 $30,510
Base Invoice $27,027 $28,719
3.6L V6 1,600  
3.5L V6   5,540
Technology Package   3,100
3.6L V6 1,512  
3.5L V6   5,128
Technology Package   2,869
Options (change) 1,600 8,640
Options (change) 1,512 7,997
Destination 760 895
Total Price $30,960 $40,045
Total Invoice $29,299 $37,611

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Acura TSX

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Chevrolet Malibu LTZ
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $7,270
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $6,607
Model Year20122013
ModelMalibuTSX
TrimLTZBase
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine252hp V6280hp V6
TransmissionT6T5
DrivetrainFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)17/26 MPG19/28 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 8415, 10
Tire (rear if not all the same)225/50-18235/45-18
Total Price$30,960$40,045
Adjustments for Features0-1,815
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$30,960$38,230
Total Invoice$29,299$37,611
Adjustments for Features0-1,705
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$29,299$35,906

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Features Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Acura TSX

Model Year20122013
ModelMalibuTSX
TrimLTZBase
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1100 
5-speed manually-shiftable automatic $1000
FWD$0$0
Accessories 
AC power outlet$100 
Active noise reduction $0
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
Rearview camera $200
Cargo Management 
Cargo mat$40 
Overhead sunglass holder $25
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 
DVD-Audio-compatible player $0
Media drive $15
Navigation system $600
Surround sound $250
Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation$225 
Traffic + travel information $25
Voice control for nav and audio $100
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
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
Leather door panel trim $250
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat $50
Memory system, driver seat $200
Power height adjuster, passenger seat$100 
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat$100 
Power recliner, passenger seat $100
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat$100 
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Performance steering system (optional)$0 
Transmission 
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls $100
Total Value of Features$2,190$4,005
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$1,815
Value of Feature Adjustments0-1,705

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

Specifications Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Acura TSX

Model Year20122013
ModelMalibuTSX
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase112.3 in106.4 in
Length191.8 in185.6 in
Width70.3 in72.4 in
Height57.1 in56.7 in
Curb Weight3,645 lb.3,680 lb.
Fuel Capacity16.0 gal.18.5 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.4 in37.6 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room55.9 in57.8 in
Row 1 Hip Room53.0 in55.6 in
Row 1 Legroom42.2 in42.4 in
Row 2 Headroom37.2 in37.0 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room53.9 in56.1 in
Row 2 Hip Room52.1 in54.2 in
Row 2 Legroom37.6 in34.3 in
Cargo Volume15.1 ft314.0 ft3

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

Option Package Details
Acura TSX

3.5L V6
OHC-4v
280 hp@6200
254 lb-ft@5000
FeatureValueRequested?
3.5L V6
OHC-4v
280 hp@6200
254 lb-ft@5000		1000Yes
Active noise reduction0No
235/45VR18 tires400No
Total Requested100071%
Total Not Requested40029%
Technology Package
FeatureValueRequested?
ELS, 415W, 10 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Navigation system600No
DVD-Audio-compatible player0No
Rearview camera200No
Surround sound250No
Voice control for nav and audio100No
Media drive, large15No
Traffic + travel information25No
Total Requested00%
Total Not Requested1540100%

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