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Chevrolet Malibu vs. Buick LaCrosse 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.

Chevrolet Malibu vs. Buick LaCrosse Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $31,035

Chevrolet Malibu LTZ   
Difference: $2,130

Lowest Total Invoice: $29,365

Chevrolet Malibu LTZ   
Difference: $2,299

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year201220112011
ModelMalibuLaCrosseLaCrosse
TrimLTZCXLCXS
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $28,600 $29,590 $33,800
Base Invoice $27,027 $28,414 $32,456
Engine-block heater 75 50 50
3.6L V6 1,600 1,370  
Temporary spare tire   100 100
Sunroof, large   1,195 1,195
Engine-block heater 66 44 44
3.6L V6 1,512 1,206  
Temporary spare tire   88 88
Sunroof, large   1,052 1,052
Options (change) 1,675 2,715 1,345
Options (change) 1,578 2,390 1,184
Destination 760 860 860
Total Price $31,035 $33,165 $36,005
Total Invoice $29,365 $31,664 $34,500

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Buick LaCrosse

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Chevrolet Malibu LTZ
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $1,305
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $1,511
Model Year201220112011
ModelMalibuLaCrosseLaCrosse
TrimLTZCXLCXS
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine252hp V6280hp V6280hp V6
TransmissionT6T6T6
DrivetrainFWDFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)17/26 MPG17/27 MPG17/27 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 8?, 7384, 11
Tire (rear if not all the same)225/50-18235/50-18235/50-18
Total Price$31,035$33,165$36,005
Adjustments for Features0-825-3,125
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$31,035$32,340$32,880
Cost Above Minimum$0$0$540
Total Invoice$29,365$31,664$34,500
Adjustments for Features0-788-2,994
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$29,365$30,876$31,506
Cost Above Minimum$0$0$630

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Features Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Buick LaCrosse

Model Year201220112011
ModelMalibuLaCrosseLaCrosse
TrimLTZCXLCXS
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1100$1100$1100
FWD$0$0$0
Accessories 
AC power outlet$100 $100
Heated steering wheel  $100
Proximity key  $250
Sunshade, rear, power  $225
Universal garage door opener $100$100
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Obstacle detection, rear  $250
Rollover sensor $50$50
Cargo Management 
Cargo mat$40  
Cargo net $40$40
Rear seat pass-through $100$100
Climate Control 
Dual-zone climate control $125$125
Interior air filter $0$0
Rear air vents $100$100
Exterior 
Bodyside moldings$75  
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)$25 $25
Sunroof$900  
Sunroof, large $1100$1100
Infotainment 
Surround sound  $250
USB port$25 $25
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror  $75
Trip computer $150$150
Turn signals on or near mirrors $25$25
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row $50$50
Cooled or ventilated front seats  $300
Memory system, driver seat  $200
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat $150$150
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat$100  
Power recliner, passenger seat $100$100
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Alloy wheels$350$350 
Chrome-plated alloy wheels  $850
Performance steering system (optional)$0  
Total Value of Features$2,715$3,540$5,840
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$825$3,125
Value of Feature Adjustments0-788-2,994

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Specifications Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Buick LaCrosse

Model Year20122011
ModelMalibuLaCrosse
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase112.3 in111.7 in
Length191.8 in196.9 in
Width70.3 in73.1 in
Height57.1 in59.2 in
Curb Weight3,645 lb.4,045 lb.
Fuel Capacity16.0 gal.18.0 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.4 in38.0 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room55.9 in57.4 in
Row 1 Hip Room53.0 in57.5 in
Row 1 Legroom42.2 in41.7 in
Row 2 Headroom37.2 in37.3 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room53.9 in56.0 in
Row 2 Hip Room52.1 in53.9 in
Row 2 Legroom37.6 in40.5 in
Cargo Volume15.1 ft313.3 ft3

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