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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: $28,795 Chevrolet Malibu LTZ | ||||||
| Difference: $16,625 | ||||||
Lowest Total Invoice: $27,127 Chevrolet Malibu LTZ | ||||||
| Difference: $15,813 | ||||||
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| Model Year | 2008 | 2017 | 2017 | 2017 | 2017 | 2017 |
| Model | Malibu | 3-Series | 3-Series | 3-Series | 3-Series | 3-Series |
| Trim | LTZ | 328d | 330i | 330e iPerformance | 340i | M3 |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Price | $27,095 | $40,250 | $38,750 | $44,100 | $47,900 | $64,000 |
| Base Invoice | $25,605 | $38,115 | $36,720 | $41,695 | $45,225 | $60,200 |
| Rear Power Package | 250 | |||||
| Sunroof | 800 | 0 | ||||
| Luxury Package | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | ||
| Leather seating surfaces | 1,450 | 1,450 | 1,450 | 1,450 | 950 | |
| Premium Package | 2,450 | 2,450 | 2,450 | |||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 | |
| Heated front seats | 500 | 500 | 500 | 500 | ||
| Sunshade, rear, power | 575 | 575 | 575 | 575 | 575 | |
| Wood trim | 0 | |||||
| Rear Power Package | 208 | |||||
| Sunroof | 664 | 0 | ||||
| Luxury Package | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | ||
| Leather seating surfaces | 1,335 | 1,335 | 1,335 | 1,335 | 875 | |
| Premium Package | 2,255 | 2,255 | 2,255 | |||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 645 | 645 | 645 | 645 | 645 | |
| Heated front seats | 460 | 460 | 460 | 460 | ||
| Sunshade, rear, power | 530 | 530 | 530 | 530 | 530 | |
| Wood trim | 0 | |||||
| Options (change) | 1,050 | 5,675 | 5,675 | 5,675 | 3,225 | 2,225 |
| Options (change) | 872 | 5,225 | 5,225 | 5,225 | 2,970 | 2,050 |
| Destination | 650 | 995 | 995 | 995 | 995 | 995 |
| Gas Tax | 0 | 0 | 0 | -4,001 | 0 | 0 |
| Total Price | $28,795 | $46,920 | $45,420 | $46,769 | $52,120 | $67,220 |
| Total Invoice | $27,127 | $44,335 | $42,940 | $43,914 | $49,190 | $63,245 |
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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: $12,925 | ||||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $12,315 | ||||||
| Model Year | 2008 | 2017 | 2017 | 2017 | 2017 | 2017 |
| Model | Malibu | 3-Series | 3-Series | 3-Series | 3-Series | 3-Series |
| Trim | LTZ | 328d | 330i | 330e iPerformance | 340i | M3 |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | 252hp V6 | 180hp I4 D | 248hp I4 | 180hp I4 PiH | 320hp I6 | 425hp I6 |
| Transmission | T6 | T8 | T8 | T8 | M6 | M6 |
| Drivetrain | FWD | RWD | RWD | RWD | RWD | RWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 210, 8 | 205, 9 | 205, 9 | 205, 9 | 205, 9 | 600, 16 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 225/50-18 | 225/50-17 | 225/50-17 | 225/50-17 | 225/45-18 | 255/40-18 |
| Total Price | $28,795 | $46,920 | $45,420 | $46,769 | $52,120 | $67,220 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -3,800 | -3,700 | -3,825 | -2,550 | -4,590 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $28,795 | $43,120 | $41,720 | $42,944 | $49,570 | $62,630 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $1,400 | $0 | $1,224 | $7,850 | $20,910 |
| Total Invoice | $27,127 | $44,335 | $42,940 | $43,914 | $49,190 | $63,245 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -3,591 | -3,498 | -3,592 | -2,407 | -4,319 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $27,127 | $40,744 | $39,442 | $40,322 | $46,783 | $58,926 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $1,302 | $0 | $880 | $7,341 | $19,484 |
Features Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. BMW 3-Series
| Model Year | 2008 | 2017 | 2017 | 2017 | 2017 | 2017 |
| Model | Malibu | 3-Series | 3-Series | 3-Series | 3-Series | 3-Series |
| Trim | LTZ | 328d | 330i | 330e iPerformance | 340i | M3 |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||||||
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | |||||
| 8-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1300 | $1300 | $1300 | |||
| 6-speed manual | $150 | $150 | ||||
| FWD | $0 | |||||
| RWD | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Accessories | ||||||
| AC power outlet | $100 | |||||
| Hands-free trunk or liftgate | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Proximity key | $250 | $250 | $250 | $250 | $250 | |
| Remote app | $25 | |||||
| Remote start | $150 | |||||
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | $15 | $15 | $15 | $15 | |
| Sunshade, rear | $125 | |||||
| Sunshade, rear, power | $225 | $225 | $225 | $225 | $225 | |
| Sunshades, second row | $125 | $125 | $125 | $125 | $125 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||||||
| Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Knee airbag, driver | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Knee airbag, passenger | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Temporary spare tire | $150 | |||||
| Tires, run-flat | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Cargo Management | ||||||
| Air-conditioned storage compartment | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Cargo mat | $40 | |||||
| Cargo net | $40 | |||||
| Climate Control | ||||||
| Automatic air recirculation | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Dual-zone climate control | $125 | $125 | $125 | $125 | $125 | |
| Heated windshield washer nozzles | $15 | $15 | $15 | $15 | $15 | |
| Interior air filter | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Rain-sensing wipers | $175 | $175 | $175 | $175 | $175 | |
| Rear air vents with manual controls | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Residual heat | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Variable intermittent wipers | $75 | |||||
| Drivetrain | ||||||
| Active rear differential | $500 | |||||
| Engine / Motor | ||||||
| 3.5 kW onboard charger | $0 | |||||
| 8 kWh battery pack | $0 | |||||
| Automatic start / stop | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Regenerative braking | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| Exterior | ||||||
| Black exterior trim (optional) | $0 | |||||
| Laminated front side windows | $200 | |||||
| Painted brake calipers (optional) | $0 | |||||
| Rear spoiler | $200 | |||||
| Sport rocker panels (optional) | $0 | |||||
| Infotainment | ||||||
| 4G LTE connectivity | $0 | |||||
| App support | $0 | |||||
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| CD changer, in-dash | $325 | |||||
| CD player | $125 | $125 | $125 | $125 | $125 | |
| DVD-compatible player | $0 | |||||
| Handwriting recognition | $200 | |||||
| HD radio | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| In-vehicle Internet | $150 | |||||
| Media drive | $15 | |||||
| Navigation map updates, three years | $0 | |||||
| Navigation system | $600 | |||||
| S Voice support | $0 | |||||
| Satellite radio | $200 | |||||
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | $250 | $250 | $250 | $250 | $250 | |
| Siri Eyes Free support | $0 | |||||
| Surround sound | $250 | |||||
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation | $225 | |||||
| Traffic + travel information | $25 | |||||
| USB port | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Voice control for nav and audio | $100 | |||||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||||||
| Cornering lights | $50 | |||||
| Fog lights | $125 | $125 | $125 | $125 | $125 | |
| Large energy flow and fuel economy display | $25 | |||||
| LED headlights | $1000 | $1000 | $1000 | $1000 | ||
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Steering-linked headlights | $150 | |||||
| Trip computer | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Xenon HID headlights | $500 | |||||
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||||||
| Center armrest(s), second row | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $50 | |||||
| Manual thigh support length adjuster, driver seat | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Manual thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Memory system, driver seat | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power seatback bolsters, driver seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Wood trim | $300 | $300 | $300 | $300 | $300 | |
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||||||
| Adaptive dampers - electrical | $500 | |||||
| Electronic systems calibration selector | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Performance steering system (optional) | $0 | $0 | ||||
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | |||||
| Transmission | ||||||
| Downshift rev matching | $50 | |||||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | $100 | $100 | |||
| Total Value of Features | $3,005 | $6,805 | $6,705 | $6,830 | $5,555 | $7,595 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $3,800 | $3,700 | $3,825 | $2,550 | $4,590 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | -3,591 | -3,498 | -3,592 | -2,407 | -4,319 |
Specifications Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. BMW 3-Series
| Model Year | 2008 | 2017 |
| Model | Malibu | 3-Series |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Wheelbase | 112.3 in | 110.6 in |
| Length | 191.8 in | 182.5 in |
| Width | 70.3 in | 71.3 in |
| Height | 57.1 in | 56.3 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,451 lb. | 3,502 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 16.0 gal. | 15.8 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 39.4 in | 40.3 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 55.9 in | 55.1 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 53.0 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 42.2 in | 42.0 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 37.2 in | 37.7 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 53.9 in | 55.1 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 52.1 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 37.6 in | 35.1 in |
| Cargo Volume | 15.1 ft3 | 13.0 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Chevrolet Malibu LTZ
| Rear Power Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Sunshade, rear | 125 | Yes |
| AC power outlet | 100 | No |
| Total Requested | 125 | 56% |
| Total Not Requested | 100 | 44% |
Option Package Details
BMW 3-Series 328d
| Sunshade, rear, power | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Sunshade, rear, power | 225 | No |
| Sunshades, second row | 125 | No |
| Total Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Total Not Requested | 350 | 100% |
| Luxury Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Additional chrome trim | 0 | No |
| Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) | 25 | Yes |
| Chrome interior accents (optional) | 0 | No |
| Total Requested | 25 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Sunroof | 900 | Yes |
| LED headlights | 1000 | No |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | 150 | No |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 150 | No |
| Proximity key | 250 | No |
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | 250 | No |
| Hands-free trunk or liftgate | 100 | No |
| Total Requested | 900 | 32% |
| Total Not Requested | 1900 | 68% |
Option Package Details
BMW 3-Series 330i
| Sunshade, rear, power | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Sunshade, rear, power | 225 | No |
| Sunshades, second row | 125 | No |
| Total Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Total Not Requested | 350 | 100% |
| Luxury Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Additional chrome trim | 0 | No |
| Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) | 25 | Yes |
| Chrome interior accents (optional) | 0 | No |
| Total Requested | 25 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Sunroof | 900 | Yes |
| LED headlights | 1000 | No |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | 150 | No |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 150 | No |
| Proximity key | 250 | No |
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | 250 | No |
| Hands-free trunk or liftgate | 100 | No |
| Total Requested | 900 | 32% |
| Total Not Requested | 1900 | 68% |
Option Package Details
BMW 3-Series 330e iPerformance
| Sunshade, rear, power | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Sunshade, rear, power | 225 | No |
| Sunshades, second row | 125 | No |
| Total Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Total Not Requested | 350 | 100% |
| Luxury Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Additional chrome trim | 0 | No |
| Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) | 25 | Yes |
| Chrome interior accents (optional) | 0 | No |
| Total Requested | 25 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Sunroof | 900 | Yes |
| LED headlights | 1000 | No |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | 150 | No |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 150 | No |
| Proximity key | 250 | No |
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | 250 | No |
| Hands-free trunk or liftgate | 100 | No |
| Total Requested | 900 | 32% |
| Total Not Requested | 1900 | 68% |
Option Package Details
BMW 3-Series 340i
| Sunshade, rear, power | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Sunshade, rear, power | 225 | No |
| Sunshades, second row | 125 | No |
| Total Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Total Not Requested | 350 | 100% |
| Luxury Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Additional chrome trim | 0 | No |
| Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) | 25 | Yes |
| Chrome interior accents (optional) | 0 | No |
| Total Requested | 25 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
Option Package Details
BMW 3-Series M3
| Leather seating surfaces | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 450 | Yes |
| Upgraded leather upholstery | -450 | No |
| Total Requested | 450 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | -450 | 0% |
| Sunshade, rear, power | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Sunshade, rear, power | 225 | No |
| Sunshades, second row | 125 | No |
| Total Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Total Not Requested | 350 | 100% |
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