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Chevrolet Malibu vs. BMW 2-Series Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Chevrolet Malibu vs. BMW 2-Series Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $35,555

Chevrolet Malibu Premier   
Difference: $11,890

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20162021
ModelMalibu2-Series
TrimPremier230i
Body4dr Sedan2dr Coupe
Base Price $30,920 $35,900
Driver Confidence Package 1,195  
Driver Confidence Package II 1,295  
Panoramic sunroof 1,270  
Wireless charging station   500
Convenience Tier   2,200
Driving Assistance Package   500
Steering-linked headlights   800
Premium Tier   2,250
Obstacle detection, rear   800
Metallic paint (extra cost)   550
Apple CarPlay support   300
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed   1,200
Leather seating surfaces   1,450
Driver Confidence Package 1,087  
Driver Confidence Package II 1,178  
Panoramic sunroof 1,156  
Wireless charging station   460
Convenience Tier   2,025
Driving Assistance Package   645
Steering-linked headlights   735
Premium Tier   2,070
Obstacle detection, rear   735
Metallic paint (extra cost)   505
Apple CarPlay support   275
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed   1,105
Leather seating surfaces   1,335
Options (change) 3,760 10,550
Options (change) 3,421 9,890
Destination 875 995
Total Price $35,555 $47,445

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. BMW 2-Series

Lowest Adjusted Price: Chevrolet Malibu Premier
Lowest Adjusted Invoice: BMW 2-Series 230i
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $10,590
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $23,217
Model Year20162021
ModelMalibu2-Series
TrimPremier230i
Body4dr Sedan2dr Coupe
Engine250hp I4248hp I4
TransmissionT8T8
DrivetrainFWDRWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 9?, 6
Tire (rear if not all the same)245/40-19205/50-17
Total Price$35,555$47,445
Adjustments for Features0-1,300
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$35,555$46,145

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Features Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. BMW 2-Series

Model Year20162021
ModelMalibu2-Series
TrimPremier230i
Body4dr Sedan2dr Coupe
Transmission and Drivetrain 
8-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1300$1300
FWD$0 
RWD $0
Accessories 
AC power outlet$100 
Power rear side windows$200 
Remote start$150 
Remote window/roof operation $15
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats $0
Automatic braking, high-speed or partial$200 
Blind spot warning system$200 
Cross-traffic warning, rear$100 
Following distance indicator$25 
Lane departure prevention, steering-based$200 
Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system$0 
Rear side airbags$300 
Rollover sensor$50 
Safety key$5 
Tires, run-flat $150
Vehicle health reports$0 
Cargo Management 
Cargo mat$40 
Rear seat pass-through $100
Second-row low console $100
Climate Control 
Automatic air recirculation $100
Heated windshield washer nozzles $15
Rain-sensing wipers $175
Rear air vents$100 
Rear air vents with manual controls $150
Residual heat $50
Variable intermittent wipers$75 
Engine / Motor 
Automatic start / stop $150
Regenerative braking $0
Exterior 
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)$25 
Laminated front side windows$200 
Panoramic sunroof$1200 
Sunroof $900
Infotainment 
Android Auto support$100 
CD player $125
DVD-compatible player $0
Handwriting recognition $200
HD radio $50
In-vehicle Internet $150
Media drive $15
MP3-compatible player $50
Navigation map updates, three years $0
S Voice support $0
Satellite radio$200 
Satellite radio - one year subscription $250
Telematics service, such as OnStar $200
Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation$225 
Text dictation $50
Traffic + travel information $25
Voice recorder $0
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror $75
Compass$0 
Fog lights $125
LED headlights $1000
Mirror tilt-down in reverse $25
Power-folding mirrors $50
Steering-linked headlights $150
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row$50 
Cooled or ventilated front seats$300 
Manual thigh support length adjuster, driver seat $50
Manual thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat $50
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 tilt adjuster, passenger seat $100
Upgraded floor mats$0 
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Electronic systems calibration selector $200
Transmission 
Launch control $100
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls $100
Total Value of Features$5,545$6,845
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$1,300
Value of Feature Adjustments0-303

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Specifications Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. BMW 2-Series

Model Year20162021
ModelMalibu2-Series
Body4dr Sedan2dr Coupe
Wheelbase111.4 in105.9 in
Length193.8 in174.7 in
Width73.0 in69.8 in
Height57.7 in55.8 in
Curb Weight3,087 lb.3,412 lb.
Fuel Capacity13.0 gal.13.7 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.1 in40.1 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room58.5 in54.4 in
Row 1 Hip Room54.1 in0.0 in
Row 1 Legroom42.0 in41.5 in
Row 2 Headroom37.5 in36.5 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room57.1 in53.4 in
Row 2 Hip Room53.4 in0.0 in
Row 2 Legroom38.1 in33.0 in
Cargo Volume15.8 ft313.8 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 warning system200Yes
Blind spot warning system200No
Rear cross-traffic detection100No
Automatic braking, low-speed200Yes
Forward collision warning200Yes
Lane departure prevention system, steering-based200No
Pedestrian detection50Yes
Following distance indicator25No
Total Requested125070%
Total Not Requested52530%
Driver Confidence Package II
FeatureValueRequested?
Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system0No
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed700Yes
Parking guidance system - active500Yes
Automatic braking, high-speed or partial200No
Total Requested120086%
Total Not Requested20014%

Option Package Details
BMW 2-Series 230i

Steering-linked headlights
FeatureValueRequested?
Steering-linked headlights150No
Auto-dimming headlights200Yes
Total Requested20057%
Total Not Requested15043%
Obstacle detection, rear
FeatureValueRequested?
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Obstacle detection, front150Yes
Semi-automated parking system500Yes
Total Requested900100%
Total Not Requested00%
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed
FeatureValueRequested?
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed700Yes
Forward collision warning200Yes
Total Requested900100%
Total Not Requested00%
Wireless charging station
FeatureValueRequested?
SMS text-to-speech reader25Yes
Voice recorder0No
Wi-Fi hotspot50Yes
Wireless charging station75Yes
Text dictation50No
Total Requested15075%
Total Not Requested5025%
Convenience Tier
FeatureValueRequested?
Sunroof900Yes
Illuminated visor mirror, passenger40Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat150No
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat150No
Universal garage door opener100Yes
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror75No
Proximity key250Yes
Power-folding mirrors50No
Perimeter approach lighting25No
Interior ambient lighting150Yes
Satellite radio - one year subscription250No
Illuminated visor mirror, driver40Yes
Total Requested163070%
Total Not Requested70030%
Driving Assistance Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Lane departure warning200Yes
Automatic braking, low-speed200Yes
Forward collision warning200Yes
Speed limit information0No
Pedestrian detection50Yes
Total Requested650100%
Total Not Requested00%
Premium Tier
FeatureValueRequested?
Heated front seats200Yes
Heated steering wheel100Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Media drive15No
In-vehicle Internet150No
Handwriting recognition200No
Siri Eyes Free support0Yes
S Voice support0No
4G LTE connectivity0Yes
Navigation map updates, three years0No
DVD-compatible player0No
Traffic + travel information25No
Remote app25Yes
Navigation system600Yes
Total Requested102572%
Total Not Requested39028%

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