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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: $33,380 Chevrolet Malibu LTZ | |||
| Difference: $13,340 | |||
Lowest Total Invoice: $31,314 Chevrolet Malibu LTZ | |||
| Difference: $11,811 | |||
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| Model Year | 2015 | 2012 | 2012 |
| Model | Malibu | 3-Series | 3-Series |
| Trim | LTZ | 328i | 335i |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Price | $28,320 | $34,900 | $42,400 |
| Base Invoice | $26,762 | $32,290 | $39,190 |
| Electronics and Entertainment Package | 1,850 | ||
| Premium Package | 1,000 | 3,600 | 1,900 |
| Advanced Safety Package | 890 | ||
| Navigation system | 495 | ||
| BMW Assist | 650 | 650 | |
| Driver Assistance Package | 1,100 | 1,100 | |
| Technology Package | 2,550 | 2,550 | |
| Steering-linked headlights | 900 | ||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 550 | 550 | |
| App support | 250 | 250 | |
| Heated front seats | 500 | 500 | |
| Folding second row seats | 475 | 475 | |
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | 350 | 350 | |
| Electronics and Entertainment Package | 1,628 | ||
| Premium Package | 880 | 3,275 | 1,730 |
| Advanced Safety Package | 783 | ||
| Navigation system | 436 | ||
| BMW Assist | 590 | 590 | |
| Driver Assistance Package | 1,000 | 1,000 | |
| Technology Package | 2,320 | 2,320 | |
| Steering-linked headlights | 820 | ||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 500 | 500 | |
| App support | 230 | 230 | |
| Heated front seats | 455 | 455 | |
| Folding second row seats | 430 | 430 | |
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | 320 | 320 | |
| Options (change) | 4,235 | 10,925 | 8,325 |
| Options (change) | 3,727 | 9,940 | 7,575 |
| Destination | 825 | 895 | 895 |
| Total Price | $33,380 | $46,720 | $51,620 |
| Total Invoice | $31,314 | $43,125 | $47,660 |
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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: $14,210 | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $12,627 | |||
| Model Year | 2015 | 2012 | 2012 |
| Model | Malibu | 3-Series | 3-Series |
| Trim | LTZ | 328i | 335i |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | 196hp I4 | 240hp I4 | 300hp I6 |
| Transmission | T6 | M6 | M6 |
| Drivetrain | FWD | RWD | RWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | ?, 9 | ?, 9 | ?, 9 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 215/60-16 | 225/50-17 | 225/45-18 |
| Total Price | $33,380 | $46,720 | $51,620 |
| Adjustments for Features | -870 | 0 | -300 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $32,510 | $46,720 | $51,320 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $0 | $4,600 |
| Total Invoice | $31,314 | $43,125 | $47,660 |
| Adjustments for Features | -816 | 0 | -277 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $30,498 | $43,125 | $47,383 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $0 | $4,258 |
Features Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. BMW 3-Series
| Model Year | 2015 | 2012 | 2012 |
| Model | Malibu | 3-Series | 3-Series |
| Trim | LTZ | 328i | 335i |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | |||
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | ||
| 6-speed manual | $150 | $150 | |
| FWD | $0 | ||
| RWD | $0 | $0 | |
| Accessories | |||
| AC power outlet | $100 | ||
| Hands-free trunk or liftgate | $100 | $100 | |
| Remote start | $150 | ||
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | $15 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | |||
| Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats | $0 | $0 | |
| Cross-traffic warning, rear | $100 | ||
| Forward collision warning | $200 | ||
| Rear side airbags | $300 | ||
| Rearview camera | $200 | ||
| Rollover sensor | $50 | ||
| Temporary spare tire | $150 | ||
| Tires, run-flat | $150 | $150 | |
| Vehicle health reports | $0 | ||
| Cargo Management | |||
| Air-conditioned storage compartment | $50 | $50 | |
| Cargo net | $40 | ||
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | ||
| Climate Control | |||
| Automatic air recirculation | $100 | $100 | |
| Heated windshield washer nozzles | $15 | $15 | |
| Rain-sensing wipers | $175 | $175 | |
| Rear air vents with manual controls | $150 | $150 | |
| Residual heat | $50 | $50 | |
| Variable intermittent wipers | $75 | ||
| Engine / Motor | |||
| Regenerative braking | $0 | $0 | |
| Exterior | |||
| Laminated front side windows | $200 | ||
| Infotainment | |||
| 4G LTE connectivity | $0 | ||
| HD radio | $50 | $50 | |
| Media drive | $15 | $15 | |
| Satellite radio | $200 | ||
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | $250 | $250 | |
| Siri Eyes Free support | $0 | ||
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | $200 | $200 | |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation | $225 | ||
| Traffic information | $25 | $25 | |
| Wi-Fi hotspot | $50 | ||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | |||
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | $75 | $75 | |
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | $75 | $75 | |
| Head-up display (HUD) | $350 | $350 | |
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | $50 | |
| Steering-linked headlights | $150 | $150 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | |||
| Door sill trim plates | $100 | ||
| Wood trim | $300 | ||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | |||
| Electronic systems calibration selector | $200 | $200 | |
| Total Value of Features | $3,265 | $2,395 | $2,695 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $870 | $0 | $300 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -816 | 0 | -277 |
Specifications Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. BMW 3-Series
| Model Year | 2015 | 2012 |
| Model | Malibu | 3-Series |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Wheelbase | 107.8 in | 110.6 in |
| Length | 191.5 in | 182.5 in |
| Width | 73.0 in | 71.3 in |
| Height | 57.6 in | 56.3 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,394 lb. | 3,407 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 18.5 gal. | 15.8 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 39.0 in | 40.3 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 57.5 in | 55.1 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 55.0 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 42.1 in | 42.0 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 37.5 in | 37.7 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 57.1 in | 55.1 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 54.3 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 36.8 in | 35.1 in |
| Cargo Volume | 16.3 ft3 | 13.0 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Chevrolet Malibu LTZ
| Electronics and Entertainment Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Sunroof | 900 | Yes |
| Rearview camera | 200 | No |
| AC power outlet | 100 | No |
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | 25 | Yes |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Pioneer, 9 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Total Requested | 1025 | 61% |
| Total Not Requested | 650 | 39% |
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | Yes |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 950 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Advanced Safety Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Lane departure warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Rear cross-traffic detection | 100 | No |
| Forward collision warning | 200 | No |
| Total Requested | 400 | 57% |
| Total Not Requested | 300 | 43% |
Option Package Details
BMW 3-Series 328i
| Steering-linked headlights | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Steering-linked headlights | 150 | No |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 500 | 77% |
| Total Not Requested | 150 | 23% |
| 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 | Yes |
| Bluetooth audio streaming | 25 | Yes |
| Remote app | 25 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 275 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Sunroof | 900 | Yes |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| Hands-free trunk or liftgate | 100 | No |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | 150 | Yes |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 150 | Yes |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | No |
| Compass | 0 | Yes |
| Power-folding mirrors | 50 | No |
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | 75 | No |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Power tilt adjuster, driver seat | 50 | Yes |
| Power recliner, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | Yes |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | Yes |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power height adjuster, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 3500 | 92% |
| Total Not Requested | 300 | 8% |
| Driver Assistance Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Lane departure warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 400 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Technology Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Head-up display (HUD) | 350 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Traffic information | 25 | No |
| Media drive, large | 15 | No |
| Total Requested | 700 | 64% |
| Total Not Requested | 390 | 36% |
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 | Yes |
| Bluetooth audio streaming | 25 | Yes |
| Remote app | 25 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 275 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Driver Assistance Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Lane departure warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 400 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Technology Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Head-up display (HUD) | 350 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Traffic information | 25 | No |
| Media drive, large | 15 | No |
| Total Requested | 700 | 64% |
| Total Not Requested | 390 | 36% |
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| Hands-free trunk or liftgate | 100 | No |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | No |
| Compass | 0 | Yes |
| Power-folding mirrors | 50 | No |
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | 75 | No |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1250 | 81% |
| Total Not Requested | 300 | 19% |
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