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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: $28,600 Chevrolet Malibu LTZ | |||||
| Difference: $11,795 | |||||
Lowest Total Invoice: $26,944 Chevrolet Malibu LTZ | |||||
| Difference: $10,401 | |||||
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| Model Year | 2009 | 2009 | 2009 | 2009 | 2009 |
| Model | Malibu | 3-Series | 3-Series | 3-Series | 3-Series |
| Trim | LTZ | 328i | 335i | 335d | M3 |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Price | $26,880 | $33,600 | $40,300 | $43,900 | $54,850 |
| Base Invoice | $25,402 | $31,090 | $37,255 | $40,570 | $50,640 |
| Rear Power Package | 250 | ||||
| Sunroof | 800 | 1,050 | |||
| Premium Package | 3,350 | 2,650 | 2,650 | 2,000 | |
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | 595 | 595 | 595 | 595 | |
| Sunshade, rear, power | 575 | 575 | 575 | 575 | |
| Folding second row seats | 475 | 475 | 475 | 475 | |
| Heated front seats | 500 | 500 | 500 | 500 | |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 475 | 475 | 475 | 475 | |
| Rear spoiler | 0 | ||||
| Rear Power Package | 208 | ||||
| Sunroof | 664 | 955 | |||
| Premium Package | 3,050 | 2,410 | 2,410 | 1,820 | |
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | 540 | 540 | 540 | 540 | |
| Sunshade, rear, power | 525 | 525 | 525 | 525 | |
| Folding second row seats | 430 | 430 | 430 | 430 | |
| Heated front seats | 455 | 455 | 455 | 455 | |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 430 | 430 | 430 | 430 | |
| Rear spoiler | 0 | ||||
| Options (change) | 1,050 | 5,970 | 5,270 | 5,270 | 5,670 |
| Options (change) | 872 | 5,430 | 4,790 | 4,790 | 5,155 |
| Destination | 670 | 825 | 825 | 825 | 825 |
| Gas Tax | 0 | 0 | 0 | -900 | 1,300 |
| Total Price | $28,600 | $40,395 | $46,395 | $49,095 | $62,645 |
| Total Invoice | $26,944 | $37,345 | $42,870 | $45,285 | $57,920 |
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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: $11,480 | |||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $10,110 | |||||
| Model Year | 2009 | 2009 | 2009 | 2009 | 2009 |
| Model | Malibu | 3-Series | 3-Series | 3-Series | 3-Series |
| Trim | LTZ | 328i | 335i | 335d | M3 |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | 169hp I4 | 230hp I6 | 300hp I6 | 265hp I6 D | 414hp V8 |
| Transmission | T6 | M6 | M6 | T6 | M6 |
| Drivetrain | FWD | RWD | RWD | RWD | RWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 210, 8 | ?, 10 | ?, 10 | ?, 10 | ?, 10 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 225/50-18 | 205/55-16 | 225/45-17 | 225/45-17 | 245/40-18 |
| Total Price | $28,600 | $40,395 | $46,395 | $49,095 | $62,645 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -315 | -965 | -1,915 | -1,415 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $28,600 | $40,080 | $45,430 | $47,180 | $61,230 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $0 | $5,350 | $7,100 | $21,150 |
| Total Invoice | $26,944 | $37,345 | $42,870 | $45,285 | $57,920 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -291 | -892 | -1,766 | -1,308 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $26,944 | $37,054 | $41,978 | $43,519 | $56,612 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $0 | $4,924 | $6,465 | $19,558 |
Features Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. BMW 3-Series
| Model Year | 2009 | 2009 | 2009 | 2009 | 2009 |
| Model | Malibu | 3-Series | 3-Series | 3-Series | 3-Series |
| Trim | LTZ | 328i | 335i | 335d | M3 |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | |||||
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | $1100 | |||
| 6-speed manual | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| FWD | $0 | ||||
| RWD | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Accessories | |||||
| AC power outlet | $100 | ||||
| Remote start | $150 | ||||
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | $15 | $15 | $15 | |
| Sunshade, rear | $125 | ||||
| Sunshade, rear, power | $225 | $225 | $225 | $225 | |
| Sunshades, second row | $125 | $125 | $125 | $125 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | |||||
| Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Temporary spare tire | $150 | ||||
| Tires, run-flat | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Cargo Management | |||||
| Air-conditioned storage compartment | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Cargo net | $40 | ||||
| Rear seat pass-through | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Ski sack | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Climate Control | |||||
| Automatic air recirculation | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Dual-zone climate control | $125 | $125 | $125 | $125 | |
| Heated windshield washer nozzles | $15 | $15 | $15 | $15 | |
| Interior air filter | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Rain-sensing wipers | $175 | $175 | $175 | $175 | |
| Rear air vents with manual controls | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Residual heat | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Variable intermittent wipers | $75 | ||||
| Drivetrain | |||||
| Limited-slip rear differential | $300 | ||||
| Exterior | |||||
| Laminated front side windows | $200 | ||||
| Rear spoiler | $200 | ||||
| Infotainment | |||||
| CD changer, in-dash | $325 | ||||
| CD player | $125 | $125 | $125 | $125 | |
| Satellite radio | $200 | ||||
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | $250 | $250 | $250 | $250 | |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation | $225 | ||||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | |||||
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Steering-linked headlights | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Trip computer | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Turn signals on or near mirrors | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Xenon HID headlights | $500 | $500 | $500 | ||
| Seats and Interior Trim | |||||
| Aluminum trim | $100 | ||||
| Center armrest(s), second row | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Door sill trim plates | $100 | ||||
| Floor mats | $75 | ||||
| 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 | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power seatback bolsters, driver seat | $100 | ||||
| Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat | $100 | ||||
| Wood trim | $300 | $300 | $300 | ||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | |||||
| Ultra-sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | ||||
| Transmission | |||||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | ||||
| Total Value of Features | $3,015 | $3,330 | $3,980 | $4,930 | $4,430 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $315 | $965 | $1,915 | $1,415 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | -291 | -892 | -1,766 | -1,308 |
Specifications Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. BMW 3-Series
| Model Year | 2009 | 2009 |
| Model | Malibu | 3-Series |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Wheelbase | 112.3 in | 108.7 in |
| Length | 191.8 in | 178.2 in |
| Width | 70.3 in | 71.5 in |
| Height | 57.1 in | 55.9 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,451 lb. | 3,341 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 16.0 gal. | 15.9 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 39.4 in | 38.5 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 55.9 in | 55.4 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 53.0 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 42.2 in | 41.5 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 37.2 in | 37.5 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 | 34.6 in |
| Cargo Volume | 15.1 ft3 | 12.0 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 328i
| 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% |
| Folding second row seats | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Folding second row seats | 300 | Yes |
| Second-row 2-section 3-person split bench | 100 | No |
| Rear seat pass-through | 100 | No |
| Ski sack | 50 | No |
| Total Requested | 300 | 55% |
| Total Not Requested | 250 | 45% |
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | 150 | No |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 150 | No |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | 200 | Yes |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | 100 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | Yes |
| Compass | 0 | Yes |
| Power-folding mirrors | 50 | No |
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | 75 | No |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power height adjuster, driver seat | 50 | Yes |
| Power tilt adjuster, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power recliner, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | No |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | Yes |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 2125 | 75% |
| Total Not Requested | 725 | 25% |
Option Package Details
BMW 3-Series 335i
| Folding second row seats | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Folding second row seats | 300 | Yes |
| Second-row 2-section 3-person split bench | 100 | No |
| Rear seat pass-through | 100 | No |
| Ski sack | 50 | No |
| Total Requested | 300 | 55% |
| Total Not Requested | 250 | 45% |
| 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% |
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | 150 | No |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 150 | No |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | 200 | Yes |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | 100 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | Yes |
| Compass | 0 | Yes |
| Power-folding mirrors | 50 | No |
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | 75 | No |
| Total Requested | 1525 | 78% |
| Total Not Requested | 425 | 22% |
Option Package Details
BMW 3-Series 335d
| Folding second row seats | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Folding second row seats | 300 | Yes |
| Second-row 2-section 3-person split bench | 100 | No |
| Rear seat pass-through | 100 | No |
| Ski sack | 50 | No |
| Total Requested | 300 | 55% |
| Total Not Requested | 250 | 45% |
| 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% |
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | 150 | No |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 150 | No |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | 200 | Yes |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | 100 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | Yes |
| Compass | 0 | Yes |
| Power-folding mirrors | 50 | No |
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | 75 | No |
| Total Requested | 1525 | 78% |
| Total Not Requested | 425 | 22% |
Option Package Details
BMW 3-Series M3
| Folding second row seats | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Folding second row seats | 300 | Yes |
| Second-row 2-section 3-person split bench | 100 | No |
| Rear seat pass-through | 100 | No |
| Ski sack | 50 | No |
| Total Requested | 300 | 55% |
| Total Not Requested | 250 | 45% |
| 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% |
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 450 | Yes |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | 200 | Yes |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | 100 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | Yes |
| Compass | 0 | Yes |
| Aluminum trim | 100 | No |
| Power-folding mirrors | 50 | No |
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | 75 | No |
| Total Requested | 925 | 80% |
| Total Not Requested | 225 | 20% |
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