Chevrolet Malibu Chevrolet Malibu 2007 BMW 3-Series BMW 3-Series 2010

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Chevrolet Malibu vs. BMW 3-Series Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Chevrolet Malibu vs. BMW 3-Series Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $25,450

Chevrolet Malibu LTZ   
Difference: $37,950

Lowest Total Invoice: $23,957

Chevrolet Malibu LTZ   
Difference: $34,668

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20072010
ModelMalibu3-Series
TrimLTZM3
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $23,675 $55,400
Base Invoice $22,373 $51,150
Sunroof 800 1,050
Satellite radio 325  
245/35ZR19   1,200
Metallic paint (extra cost)   550
Leather seating surfaces   950
Heated front seats   500
Telematics service, such as OnStar   750
Folding second row seats   475
Rear spoiler   0
Satellite radio - one year subscription   350
Sunroof 664 955
Satellite radio 270  
245/35ZR19   1,090
Metallic paint (extra cost)   500
Leather seating surfaces   865
Heated front seats   455
Telematics service, such as OnStar   685
Folding second row seats   430
Rear spoiler   0
Satellite radio - one year subscription   320
Options (change) 1,125 5,825
Options (change) 934 5,300
Destination 650 875
Gas Tax 0 1,300
Total Price $25,450 $63,400
Total Invoice $23,957 $58,625

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. BMW 3-Series

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Chevrolet Malibu LTZ
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $35,845
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $32,722
Model Year20072010
ModelMalibu3-Series
TrimLTZM3
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine217hp V6414hp V8
TransmissionT4M6
DrivetrainFWDRWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 6?, 6
Tire (rear if not all the same)225/50-17245/35-19
Total Price$25,450$63,400
Adjustments for Features0-2,105
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$25,450$61,295
Total Invoice$23,957$58,625
Adjustments for Features0-1,946
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$23,957$56,679

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Features Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. BMW 3-Series

Model Year20072010
ModelMalibu3-Series
TrimLTZM3
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
4-speed manually-shiftable automatic$900 
6-speed manual $150
FWD$0 
RWD $0
Accessories 
Power-adjustable pedals$125 
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
Brake assist $50
Stability control $400
Tire-pressure monitor $75
Cargo Management 
Air-conditioned storage compartment $50
Cargo mat $40
Cargo net$40 
Rear seat pass-through $100
Ski sack $50
Climate Control 
Dual-zone climate control $125
Heated windshield washer nozzles $15
Interior air filter $0
Rain-sensing wipers $175
Rear air vents with manual controls $150
Variable intermittent wipers$75 
Drivetrain 
Limited-slip rear differential $300
Exterior 
Bodyside moldings$75 
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) $25
Sport rocker panels (optional) $0
Infotainment 
Aux input $50
Bluetooth cell phone link $100
MP3-compatible player $50
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Compass$0 
Fog lights$125 
Mirror tilt-down in reverse $25
Steering-linked headlights $150
Turn signals on or near mirrors $25
Xenon HID headlights $500
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row $50
Floor mats$75 
Folding passenger seat$150 
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat$50 
Manual thigh support length adjuster, driver seat $50
Manual thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat $50
Memory system, driver seat $200
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat $150
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat $150
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat $100
Power height adjuster, passenger seat $100
Power recliner, driver seat $100
Power recliner, passenger seat $100
Power seatback bolsters, driver seat $100
Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat $100
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat $100
Synthetic suede inserts in leather seating surfaces$0 
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Ultra-sport suspension (upgrade) $0
Total Value of Features$1,865$3,970
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$2,105
Value of Feature Adjustments0-1,946

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Specifications Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. BMW 3-Series

Model Year20072010
ModelMalibu3-Series
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase106.3 in108.7 in
Length188.3 in178.2 in
Width69.9 in71.5 in
Height57.5 in55.9 in
Curb Weight3,298 lb.3,341 lb.
Fuel Capacity16.3 gal.15.9 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.6 in38.5 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room56.7 in55.4 in
Row 1 Hip Room53.2 in0.0 in
Row 1 Legroom41.9 in41.5 in
Row 2 Headroom37.6 in37.5 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room56.1 in55.1 in
Row 2 Hip Room52.4 in0.0 in
Row 2 Legroom38.5 in34.6 in
Cargo Volume15.4 ft312.0 ft3

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Option Package Details
BMW 3-Series M3

245/35ZR19 tires
FeatureValueRequested?
245/35ZR19 tires200No
Polished alloy wheels350Yes
265/35ZR19 tires200No
Total Requested35047%
Total Not Requested40053%
Telematics service, such as OnStar
FeatureValueRequested?
Telematics service, such as OnStar200Yes
Bluetooth cell phone link100No
Total Requested20067%
Total Not Requested10033%
Folding second row seats
FeatureValueRequested?
Folding second row seats300Yes
Second-row 2-section 3-person split bench100No
Rear seat pass-through100No
Ski sack50No
Total Requested30055%
Total Not Requested25045%

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