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Chevrolet Malibu vs. Buick Regal Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Chevrolet Malibu vs. Buick Regal Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $30,960

Chevrolet Malibu LTZ   
Difference: $10,425

Lowest Total Invoice: $29,299

Chevrolet Malibu LTZ   
Difference: $10,397

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20122018
ModelMalibuRegal
TrimLTZGS
Body4dr Sedan4dr Hatch
Base Price $28,600 $39,065
Base Invoice $27,027 $37,502
3.6L V6 1,600  
Metallic paint (extra cost)   395
Sunroof   1,000
3.6L V6 1,512  
Metallic paint (extra cost)   359
Sunroof   910
Options (change) 1,600 1,395
Options (change) 1,512 1,269
Destination 760 925
Total Price $30,960 $41,385
Total Invoice $29,299 $39,696

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Buick Regal

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Chevrolet Malibu LTZ
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $3,070
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $3,342
Model Year20122018
ModelMalibuRegal
TrimLTZGS
Body4dr Sedan4dr Hatch
Engine252hp V6310hp V6
TransmissionT6T9
DrivetrainFWDAWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)17/26 MPG19/27 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 8?, 7
Tire (rear if not all the same)225/50-18245/40-19
Total Price$30,960$41,385
Adjustments for Features0-7,355
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$30,960$34,030
Total Invoice$29,299$39,696
Adjustments for Features0-7,055
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$29,299$32,641

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Features Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Buick Regal

Model Year20122018
ModelMalibuRegal
TrimLTZGS
Body4dr Sedan4dr Hatch
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1100 
9-speed manually-shiftable automatic $1400
FWD$0 
AWD $1700
Accessories 
AC power outlet$100 
Active noise reduction $0
Heated steering wheel $100
Proximity key $250
Remote app $25
Universal garage door opener $100
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Blind spot warning system $200
Cross-traffic warning, rear $100
Knee airbag, driver $75
Knee airbag, passenger $75
Obstacle detection, front $150
Obstacle detection, rear $250
Rear side airbags $300
Rearview camera $200
Rollover sensor $50
Safety key $5
Temporary spare tire$150 
Vehicle health reports $0
Cargo Management 
Cargo cover $75
Cargo mat$40 
Cargo net $40
Climate Control 
Dual-zone climate control $125
Interior air filter $0
Rear air vents $100
Drivetrain 
Active rear differential $500
Exterior 
Body kit $0
Bodyside moldings$75 
Painted brake calipers (optional) $0
Rear spoiler $200
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
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror $75
Fog lights$125 
Large color reconfigurable instrument cluster display $250
Performance meter $150
Trip computer $150
Turn signals on or near mirrors $25
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row $50
Cooled or ventilated front seats $300
Manual thigh support length adjuster, driver seat $50
Manual thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat $50
Massage, driver seat $100
Massage, passenger seat $100
Memory system, driver seat $200
Metal pedals $75
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat $150
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat $150
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat$100 
Power recliner, passenger seat $100
Power seatback bolsters, driver seat $100
Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat $100
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Adaptive dampers - electrical $500
Electronic systems calibration selector $200
Performance steering system (optional)$0 
Total Value of Features$1,865$9,220
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$7,355
Value of Feature Adjustments0-7,055

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Specifications Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Buick Regal

Model Year20122018
ModelMalibuRegal
Body4dr Sedan4dr Hatch
Wheelbase112.3 in111.4 in
Length191.8 in192.9 in
Width70.3 in73.3 in
Height57.1 in57.3 in
Curb Weight3,645 lb.4,270 lb.
Fuel Capacity16.0 gal.16.3 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.4 in38.8 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room55.9 in56.9 in
Row 1 Hip Room53.0 in55.2 in
Row 1 Legroom42.2 in42.1 in
Row 2 Headroom37.2 in37.4 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room53.9 in55.4 in
Row 2 Hip Room52.1 in54.1 in
Row 2 Legroom37.6 in36.9 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum
15.1 ft331.5 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum
15.160.7 ft3

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