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Chevrolet Malibu vs. Chevrolet Cruze Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Chevrolet Malibu vs. Chevrolet Cruze Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $27,855

Chevrolet Cruze Premier   
Difference: $1,015

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20082019
ModelMalibuCruze
TrimLTZPremier
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $27,095 $23,520
Rear Power Package 250  
Engine-block heater 75 100
Sunroof 800  
Sun and Sound with Navigation Package   1,995
Enhanced Convenience Package   865
Door sill trim plates   125
Fog lights   375
Rear Power Package 208  
Engine-block heater 62 91
Sunroof 664  
Sun and Sound with Navigation Package   1,815
Enhanced Convenience Package   787
Door sill trim plates   114
Fog lights   341
Options (change) 1,125 3,460
Options (change) 934 3,148
Destination 650 875
Total Price $28,870 $27,855

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Chevrolet Cruze

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Chevrolet Cruze Premier
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $2,465
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $23,375
Model Year20082019
ModelMalibuCruze
TrimLTZPremier
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine252hp V6153hp I4
TransmissionT6T6
DrivetrainFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)210, 8?, 9
Tire (rear if not all the same)225/50-18225/45-17
Total Price$28,870$27,855
Adjustments for Features0-1,450
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$28,870$26,405

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Features Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Chevrolet Cruze

Model Year20082019
ModelMalibuCruze
TrimLTZPremier
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1100$1100
FWD$0$0
Accessories 
Heated steering wheel $100
Proximity key $250
Remote app $25
Sunshade, rear$125 
Universal garage door opener$100 
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Knee airbag, driver $75
Knee airbag, passenger $75
Rear side airbags $300
Rearview camera $200
Rollover sensor $50
Safety key $5
Vehicle health reports $0
Cargo Management 
Cargo mat$40 
Cargo net$40 
Climate Control 
Interior air filter $0
Engine / Motor 
Automatic start / stop $150
Exterior 
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)$25 
Laminated front side windows$200 
Infotainment 
4G LTE connectivity $0
Android Auto support $100
App support $0
Apple CarPlay support $100
Bluetooth audio streaming $25
Bluetooth cell phone link $100
CD changer, in-dash$325 
MP3-compatible player$50 
Navigation system $600
SMS text-to-speech reader $25
USB port $25
Voice control for external devices $0
Voice control for nav and audio $100
Wi-Fi hotspot $50
Wireless charging station $75
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror$75 
Trip computer $150
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row $50
Heated second row seats $200
Manual height adjuster, passenger seat $50
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat$50 
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat$100 
Power height adjuster, passenger seat$100 
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat$100 
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Performance steering system (optional)$0 
Touring suspension (upgrade) $0
Transmission 
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls$100 
Total Value of Features$2,530$3,980
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$1,450
Value of Feature Adjustments0-209

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See a complete comparison of Chevrolet Malibu vs. Chevrolet Cruze features.

Specifications Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Chevrolet Cruze

Model Year20082019
ModelMalibuCruze
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase112.3 in106.3 in
Length191.8 in183.7 in
Width70.3 in70.5 in
Height57.1 in57.4 in
Curb Weight3,451 lb.2,871 lb.
Fuel Capacity16.0 gal.13.7 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.4 in38.9 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room55.9 in54.9 in
Row 1 Hip Room53.0 in53.2 in
Row 1 Legroom42.2 in42.0 in
Row 2 Headroom37.2 in37.3 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room53.9 in53.2 in
Row 2 Hip Room52.1 in51.9 in
Row 2 Legroom37.6 in36.1 in
Cargo Volume15.1 ft314.8 ft3

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See a complete comparison of Chevrolet Malibu vs. Chevrolet Cruze specs.

Option Package Details
Chevrolet Malibu LTZ

Rear Power Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Sunshade, rear125No
AC power outlet100Yes
Total Requested10044%
Total Not Requested12556%

Option Package Details
Chevrolet Cruze Premier

Sun and Sound with Navigation Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600No
Sunroof900Yes
Compass0Yes
Bose, 9 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Voice control for nav and audio75No
Total Requested90047%
Total Not Requested102553%
Enhanced Convenience Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Automatic climate control, front200Yes
Heated second row seats200No
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
AC power outlet100Yes
Wireless charging station75No
Total Requested45062%
Total Not Requested27538%

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