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Chevrolet Malibu vs. Chevrolet Equinox Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Chevrolet Malibu vs. Chevrolet Equinox Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $31,035

Chevrolet Malibu LTZ   
Difference: $6,430

Lowest Total Invoice: $29,365

Chevrolet Malibu LTZ   
Difference: $6,074

Calculate Payments

  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20122016
ModelMalibuEquinox
TrimLTZLTZ
Body4dr Sedan4dr SUV
Base Price $28,600 $29,940
Base Invoice $27,027 $28,443
Engine-block heater 75 75
3.6L V6 1,600 1,500
Technology Package   890
Enhanced Convenience Package   950
Cargo mat   75
Sunroof   995
AWD   1,750
Illuminated door sill trim plates   395
Engine-block heater 66 68
3.6L V6 1,512 1,365
Technology Package   810
Enhanced Convenience Package   864
Cargo mat   68
Sunroof   905
AWD   1,662
Illuminated door sill trim plates   359
Options (change) 1,675 6,630
Options (change) 1,578 6,101
Destination 760 895
Total Price $31,035 $37,465
Total Invoice $29,365 $35,439

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Chevrolet Equinox

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Chevrolet Malibu LTZ
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $1,550
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $1,458
Model Year20122016
ModelMalibuEquinox
TrimLTZLTZ
Body4dr Sedan4dr SUV
Engine252hp V6301hp V6
TransmissionT6T6
DrivetrainFWDAWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)17/26 MPG16/23 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 8250, 8
Tire (rear if not all the same)225/50-18235/55-18
Total Price$31,035$37,465
Adjustments for Features0-4,880
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$31,035$32,585
Total Invoice$29,365$35,439
Adjustments for Features0-4,616
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$29,365$30,823

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Features Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Chevrolet Equinox

Model Year20122016
ModelMalibuEquinox
TrimLTZLTZ
Body4dr Sedan4dr SUV
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1100$1100
FWD$0 
AWD $1700
Accessories 
AC power outlet$100 
Power liftgate $350
Remote app $25
Universal garage door opener $100
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Rearview camera $200
Rollover sensor $50
Vehicle health reports $0
Cargo Management 
Cargo cover $75
Cargo net $40
Roof rails $250
Climate Control 
Interior air filter $0
Rear wiper $175
Exterior 
Bodyside cladding (gray/black) $250
Bodyside moldings$75 
Deep-tinted rear windows $275
Rear bumper protector $40
Rear spoiler $200
Infotainment 
4G LTE connectivity $0
App support $0
Bluetooth audio streaming $25
CD player$125 
MP3-compatible player$50 
Navigation system $600
SD Card slot $25
Siri Eyes Free support $0
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 
Trip computer $150
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row $50
Door sill trim plates$100 
Floor mats, second row (optional) $0
Illuminated door sill trim plates $200
Manual fore-aft adjuster, second row seats $75
Manual recliner, second row seats $75
Memory system, driver seat $200
Power recliner, passenger seat $100
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Performance steering system (optional)$0 
Touring suspension (upgrade) $0
Total Value of Features$1,550$6,430
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$4,880
Value of Feature Adjustments0-4,616

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

Specifications Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Chevrolet Equinox

Model Year20122016
ModelMalibuEquinox
Body4dr Sedan4dr SUV
Wheelbase112.3 in112.5 in
Length191.8 in187.8 in
Width70.3 in72.5 in
Height57.1 in66.3 in
Curb Weight3,645 lb.4,112 lb.
Fuel Capacity16.0 gal.18.8 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.4 in40.9 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room55.9 in55.8 in
Row 1 Hip Room53.0 in54.6 in
Row 1 Legroom42.2 in41.2 in
Row 2 Headroom37.2 in39.2 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room53.9 in55.3 in
Row 2 Hip Room52.1 in51.1 in
Row 2 Legroom37.6 in39.9 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum		15.1 ft331.5 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum		15.163.7 ft3

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

Option Package Details
Chevrolet Equinox LTZ

3.6L V6
DOHC-4v
301 hp@6500
272 lb-ft@4800
FeatureValueRequested?
3.6L V6
DOHC-4v
301 hp@6500
272 lb-ft@4800		1000Yes
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)25Yes
Touring suspension (upgrade)250No
Total Requested102580%
Total Not Requested25020%
Technology Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600No
SD Card slot25No
Pioneer, 250W, 8 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Total Requested00%
Total Not Requested975100%
Enhanced Convenience Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Power recliner, passenger seat100No
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Universal garage door opener100No
Power height adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Power liftgate350No
Total Requested30035%
Total Not Requested55065%

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