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Chevrolet Malibu vs. Acura ZDX Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Chevrolet Malibu vs. Acura ZDX Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $29,945

Chevrolet Malibu LTZ   
Difference: $17,070

Lowest Total Invoice: $28,060

Chevrolet Malibu LTZ   
Difference: $15,526

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20092012
ModelMalibuZDX
TrimLTZBase
Body4dr Sedan4dr SUV
Base Price $26,880 $46,120
Base Invoice $25,402 $42,691
Sunroof 800  
3.6L V6 1,595  
Sunroof 664  
3.6L V6 1,324  
Options (change) 2,395 0
Options (change) 1,988 0
Destination 670 895
Total Price $29,945 $47,015
Total Invoice $28,060 $43,586

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Acura ZDX

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Chevrolet Malibu LTZ
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $12,060
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $10,881
Model Year20092012
ModelMalibuZDX
TrimLTZBase
Body4dr Sedan4dr SUV
Engine252hp V6300hp V6
TransmissionT6T6
DrivetrainFWDAWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)17/26 MPG16/23 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)210, 8253, 8
Tire (rear if not all the same)225/50-18255/50-19
Total Price$29,945$47,015
Adjustments for Features0-5,010
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$29,945$42,005
Total Invoice$28,060$43,586
Adjustments for Features0-4,645
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$28,060$38,941

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Features Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Acura ZDX

Model Year20092012
ModelMalibuZDX
TrimLTZBase
Body4dr Sedan4dr SUV
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1100$1100
FWD$0 
AWD $1700
Accessories 
Active noise reduction $0
Power liftgate $350
Remote start$150 
Remote window/roof operation $15
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual$250 
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power $350
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats $0
Rearview camera $200
Rollover sensor $50
Trailer sway control $25
Cargo Management 
Cargo mat$40 
Cargo net$40 
Overhead sunglass holder $25
Climate Control 
Dual-zone climate control $125
Interior air filter $0
Rain-sensing wipers $175
Rear air vents $100
Variable intermittent wipers$75 
Drivetrain 
Active rear differential $500
Exterior 
Deep-tinted rear windows $275
Laminated front side windows$200 
Panoramic sunroof $1200
Rear spoiler $200
Sunroof$900 
Infotainment 
Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation$225 
USB port $25
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror$75 
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
Leather accent trim $300
Leather door panel trim $250
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat$50 
Memory system, driver seat $200
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat $100
Power recliner, passenger seat $100
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Performance steering system (optional)$0 
Total Value of Features$3,105$8,115
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$5,010
Value of Feature Adjustments0-4,645

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Specifications Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Acura ZDX

Model Year20092012
ModelMalibuZDX
Body4dr Sedan4dr SUV
Wheelbase112.3 in108.3 in
Length191.8 in192.4 in
Width70.3 in78.5 in
Height57.1 in62.8 in
Curb Weight3,680 lb.4,424 lb.
Fuel Capacity16.0 gal.21.0 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.4 in38.0 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room55.9 in59.7 in
Row 1 Hip Room53.0 in57.3 in
Row 1 Legroom42.2 in42.6 in
Row 2 Headroom37.2 in35.3 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room53.9 in55.4 in
Row 2 Hip Room52.1 in55.3 in
Row 2 Legroom37.6 in31.1 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum
15.1 ft326.3 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum
15.155.8 ft3

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