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Chevrolet Malibu vs. Buick LaCrosse Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Chevrolet Malibu vs. Buick LaCrosse Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $31,035

Chevrolet Malibu LTZ   
Difference: $10,680

Lowest Total Invoice: $29,365

Chevrolet Malibu LTZ   
Difference: $10,611

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20122017
ModelMalibuLaCrosse
TrimLTZBase
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $28,600 $36,065
Base Invoice $27,027 $34,622
Engine-block heater 75 100
3.6L V6 1,600  
Essence Group   2,600
Metallic paint (extra cost)   395
Cargo mat   80
Panoramic sunroof   1,550
Engine-block heater 66 91
3.6L V6 1,512  
Essence Group   2,496
Metallic paint (extra cost)   359
Cargo mat   73
Panoramic sunroof   1,410
Options (change) 1,675 4,725
Options (change) 1,578 4,429
Destination 760 925
Total Price $31,035 $41,715
Total Invoice $29,365 $39,976

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Buick LaCrosse

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Chevrolet Malibu LTZ
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $6,435
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $6,543
Model Year20122017
ModelMalibuLaCrosse
TrimLTZBase
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine252hp V6310hp V6
TransmissionT6T8
DrivetrainFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)17/26 MPG21/31 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 8?, 8
Tire (rear if not all the same)225/50-18235/50-18
Total Price$31,035$41,715
Adjustments for Features0-4,245
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$31,035$37,470
Total Invoice$29,365$39,976
Adjustments for Features0-4,068
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$29,365$35,908

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Features Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Buick LaCrosse

Model Year20122017
ModelMalibuLaCrosse
TrimLTZBase
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1100 
8-speed manually-shiftable automatic $1300
FWD$0$0
Accessories 
AC power outlet$100 
Proximity key $250
Remote app $25
Sunshade, rear, power $225
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual$250 
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power $350
Universal garage door opener $100
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Knee airbag, driver $75
Knee airbag, passenger $75
Obstacle detection, rear $250
Rear side airbags $300
Rearview camera $200
Rollover sensor $50
Safety key $5
Vehicle health reports $0
Cargo Management 
Cargo net $40
Climate Control 
Dual-zone climate control $125
Interior air filter $0
Rear air vents $100
Engine / Motor 
Automatic start / stop $150
Exterior 
Active grille shutters $0
Panoramic sunroof $1200
Sunroof$900 
Infotainment 
4G LTE connectivity $0
Android Auto support $100
App support $0
Apple CarPlay support $100
Bluetooth audio streaming $25
CD player$125 
MP3-compatible player$50 
SMS text-to-speech reader $25
Voice control for audio system $25
Voice control for external devices $0
Wi-Fi hotspot $50
Wireless charging station $75
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror $75
Interior ambient lighting$150 
Large color reconfigurable instrument cluster display $250
Steering-linked headlights $150
Trip computer $150
Turn signals on or near mirrors $25
Xenon HID headlights $500
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row $50
Memory system, driver seat $200
Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat $100
Power recliner, passenger seat $100
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Alloy wheels$350 
Machined alloy wheels $350
Performance steering system (optional)$0 
Transmission 
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls $100
Total Value of Features$3,025$7,270
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$4,245
Value of Feature Adjustments0-4,068

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See a complete comparison of Chevrolet Malibu vs. Buick LaCrosse features.

Specifications Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Buick LaCrosse

Model Year20122017
ModelMalibuLaCrosse
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase112.3 in114.4 in
Length191.8 in197.5 in
Width70.3 in73.5 in
Height57.1 in57.5 in
Curb Weight3,645 lb.3,598 lb.
Fuel Capacity16.0 gal.15.8 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.4 in38.4 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room55.9 in57.7 in
Row 1 Hip Room53.0 in54.8 in
Row 1 Legroom42.2 in42.0 in
Row 2 Headroom37.2 in37.2 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room53.9 in56.6 in
Row 2 Hip Room52.1 in55.1 in
Row 2 Legroom37.6 in40.0 in
Cargo Volume15.1 ft315.0 ft3

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See a complete comparison of Chevrolet Malibu vs. Buick LaCrosse specs.

Option Package Details
Buick LaCrosse

Panoramic sunroof
FeatureValueRequested?
Panoramic sunroof1200No
Sunshade, rear, power225No
Total Requested00%
Total Not Requested1425100%
Essence Group
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Heated front seats200Yes
Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat100No
Steering-linked headlights150No
Memory system, driver seat200No
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror75No
Wireless charging station75No
Total Requested110065%
Total Not Requested60035%

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