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Chevrolet Malibu vs. BMW 3-Series Price Comparison (MSRP)The sticker prices, before adjusting for remaining feature differences. Usually these are the numbers you will see on the window stickers.
Models in short supply often sell at or even above these prices.
Models in short supply often sell at or even above these prices.
Chevrolet Malibu vs. BMW 3-Series Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $25,450 Chevrolet Malibu LTZ | |||
| Difference: $15,370 | |||
Lowest Total Invoice: $23,957 Chevrolet Malibu LTZ | |||
| Difference: $13,798 | |||
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| Model Year | 2007 | 2012 | 2012 |
| Model | Malibu | 3-Series | 3-Series |
| Trim | LTZ | 328i | 335i |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Price | $23,675 | $34,900 | $42,400 |
| Base Invoice | $22,373 | $32,290 | $39,190 |
| Sunroof | 800 | 1,050 | |
| Satellite radio | 325 | ||
| BMW Assist | 650 | 650 | |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 550 | 550 | |
| Heated front seats | 500 | 500 | |
| Folding second row seats | 475 | 475 | |
| Leather seating surfaces | 1,450 | 1,450 | |
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | 350 | 350 | |
| Sunroof | 664 | 955 | |
| Satellite radio | 270 | ||
| BMW Assist | 590 | 590 | |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 500 | 500 | |
| Heated front seats | 455 | 455 | |
| Folding second row seats | 430 | 430 | |
| Leather seating surfaces | 1,320 | 1,320 | |
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | 320 | 320 | |
| Options (change) | 1,125 | 5,025 | 3,975 |
| Options (change) | 934 | 4,570 | 3,615 |
| Destination | 650 | 895 | 895 |
| Total Price | $25,450 | $40,820 | $47,270 |
| Total Invoice | $23,957 | $37,755 | $43,700 |
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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: $15,230 | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $13,669 | |||
| Model Year | 2007 | 2012 | 2012 |
| Model | Malibu | 3-Series | 3-Series |
| Trim | LTZ | 328i | 335i |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | 217hp V6 | 240hp I4 | 300hp I6 |
| Transmission | T4 | M6 | M6 |
| Drivetrain | FWD | RWD | RWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | ?, 6 | ?, 9 | ?, 9 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 225/50-17 | 225/50-17 | 225/45-18 |
| Total Price | $25,450 | $40,820 | $47,270 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -140 | -2,440 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $25,450 | $40,680 | $44,830 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $0 | $4,150 |
| Total Invoice | $23,957 | $37,755 | $43,700 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -129 | -2,256 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $23,957 | $37,626 | $41,444 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $0 | $3,818 |
Features Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. BMW 3-Series
| Model Year | 2007 | 2012 | 2012 |
| Model | Malibu | 3-Series | 3-Series |
| Trim | LTZ | 328i | 335i |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | |||
| 4-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $900 | ||
| 6-speed manual | $150 | $150 | |
| FWD | $0 | ||
| RWD | $0 | $0 | |
| Accessories | |||
| Power-adjustable pedals | $125 | ||
| Remote app | $25 | $25 | |
| Remote start | $150 | ||
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | $15 | |
| Universal garage door opener | $100 | ||
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | |||
| Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats | $0 | $0 | |
| Brake assist | $50 | $50 | |
| Knee airbag, driver | $75 | $75 | |
| Knee airbag, passenger | $75 | $75 | |
| Stability control | $400 | $400 | |
| Tire-pressure monitor | $75 | $75 | |
| Tires, run-flat | $150 | $150 | |
| Cargo Management | |||
| Air-conditioned storage compartment | $50 | $50 | |
| Cargo net | $40 | ||
| Climate Control | |||
| Dual-zone climate control | $125 | $125 | |
| Heated windshield washer nozzles | $15 | $15 | |
| Interior air filter | $0 | $0 | |
| Rain-sensing wipers | $175 | $175 | |
| Rear air vents with manual controls | $150 | $150 | |
| Residual heat | $50 | $50 | |
| Variable intermittent wipers | $75 | ||
| Engine / Motor | |||
| Automatic start / stop | $150 | $150 | |
| Regenerative braking | $0 | $0 | |
| Exterior | |||
| Bodyside moldings | $75 | ||
| Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) | $25 | $25 | |
| Rear spoiler | $200 | ||
| Infotainment | |||
| Aux input | $50 | $50 | |
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | $25 | |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | $100 | $100 | |
| HD radio | $50 | $50 | |
| MP3-compatible player | $50 | $50 | |
| SMS text-to-speech reader | $25 | $25 | |
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | $0 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | |||
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | $150 | $150 | |
| Compass | $0 | ||
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | $25 | $25 | |
| Steering-linked headlights | $150 | ||
| Turn signals on or near mirrors | $25 | $25 | |
| Xenon HID headlights | $500 | ||
| Seats and Interior Trim | |||
| Center armrest(s), second row | $50 | $50 | |
| Folding passenger seat | $150 | ||
| Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $50 | ||
| Manual tilt adjuster, driver seat | $50 | ||
| Manual tilt 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, driver seat | $100 | $100 | |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | ||
| Power height adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | ||
| Power recliner, driver seat | $100 | ||
| Power recliner, passenger seat | $100 | ||
| Power tilt adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | ||
| Synthetic suede inserts in leather seating surfaces | $0 | ||
| Wood trim | $300 | ||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | |||
| Alloy wheels | $350 | $350 | |
| Electronic systems calibration selector | $200 | $200 | |
| Polished alloy wheels | $350 | ||
| Total Value of Features | $2,665 | $2,805 | $5,105 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $140 | $2,440 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | -129 | -2,256 |
Specifications Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. BMW 3-Series
| Model Year | 2007 | 2012 |
| Model | Malibu | 3-Series |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Wheelbase | 106.3 in | 110.6 in |
| Length | 188.3 in | 182.5 in |
| Width | 69.9 in | 71.3 in |
| Height | 57.5 in | 56.3 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,298 lb. | 3,407 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 16.3 gal. | 15.8 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 39.6 in | 40.3 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 56.7 in | 55.1 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 53.2 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 41.9 in | 42.0 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 37.6 in | 37.7 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 56.1 in | 55.1 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 52.4 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 38.5 in | 35.1 in |
| Cargo Volume | 15.4 ft3 | 13.0 ft3 |
Option Package Details
BMW 3-Series 328i
| Folding second row seats | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Folding second row seats | 300 | Yes |
| Second-row 3-section 3-person split bench | 150 | No |
| Total Requested | 300 | 67% |
| Total Not Requested | 150 | 33% |
| BMW Assist | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | 200 | Yes |
| SMS text-to-speech reader | 25 | No |
| Bluetooth audio streaming | 25 | No |
| Remote app | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 200 | 73% |
| Total Not Requested | 75 | 27% |
Option Package Details
BMW 3-Series 335i
| Folding second row seats | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Folding second row seats | 300 | Yes |
| Second-row 3-section 3-person split bench | 150 | No |
| Total Requested | 300 | 67% |
| Total Not Requested | 150 | 33% |
| BMW Assist | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | 200 | Yes |
| SMS text-to-speech reader | 25 | No |
| Bluetooth audio streaming | 25 | No |
| Remote app | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 200 | 73% |
| Total Not Requested | 75 | 27% |
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