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2012 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 2021 Chevrolet Malibu Price Comparison (MSRP)

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2012 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 2021 Chevrolet Malibu Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $29,930

2012 Chevrolet Malibu LTZ   
Difference: $1,170

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year201220212021
ModelMalibuMalibuMalibu
TrimLTZLTPremier
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $28,600 $26,800 $33,500
Engine-block heater 75 100 100
Paint, special white 495 995 995
Convenience and Technology Package   895  
Panoramic sunroof   1,150  
Cargo mat   80  
Door sill trim plates   85  
Sun and Wheels Package     2,270
Engine-block heater 66 91 91
Paint, special white 436 905 905
Convenience and Technology Package   814  
Panoramic sunroof   1,047  
Cargo mat   73  
Door sill trim plates   77  
Sun and Wheels Package     2,066
Options (change) 570 3,305 3,365
Options (change) 502 3,007 3,062
Destination 760 995 995
Total Price $29,930 $31,100 $37,860

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: 2012 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 2021 Chevrolet Malibu

Lowest Adjusted Price: 2012 Chevrolet Malibu LTZ
Lowest Adjusted Invoice: 2021 Chevrolet Malibu Premier
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $865
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $24,594
Model Year201220212021
ModelMalibuMalibuMalibu
TrimLTZLTPremier
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine169hp I4160hp I4250hp I4
TransmissionT6CVT-7T9
DrivetrainFWDFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 8?, 6?, 9
Tire (rear if not all the same)225/50-18225/55-17245/40-19
Total Price$29,930$31,100$37,860
Adjustments for Features0-305-3,380
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$29,930$30,795$34,480
Cost Above Minimum$0$0$3,685

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Features Comparison: 2012 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 2021 Chevrolet Malibu

Model Year201220212021
ModelMalibuMalibuMalibu
TrimLTZLTPremier
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1100  
7-speed manually-shiftable CVT $1100 
9-speed manually-shiftable automatic  $1400
FWD$0$0$0
Accessories 
Heated steering wheel  $100
Proximity key $250$250
Remote app $25$25
Universal garage door opener $100$100
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Knee airbag, driver $75$75
Knee airbag, passenger $75$75
Rear side airbags $300$300
Rearview camera $200$200
Rollover sensor $50$50
Safety key $5$5
Temporary spare tire$150$150 
Vehicle health reports $0$0
Climate Control 
Automatic climate control, front$200 $200
Dual-zone climate control  $125
Interior air filter $0$0
Rear air vents $100$100
Engine / Motor 
Automatic start / stop $150 
Exterior 
Active grille shutters $0 
Bodyside moldings$75  
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)$25 $25
Panoramic sunroof $1200$1200
Sunroof$900  
Infotainment 
4G LTE connectivity $0$0
Android Auto support $100$100
App support $0$0
Apple CarPlay support $100$100
Bluetooth audio streaming $25$25
CD player$125  
MP3-compatible player$50  
Navigation system  $600
SMS text-to-speech reader $25$25
Voice control for audio system $25 
Voice control for external devices $0$0
Voice control for nav and audio  $100
Wi-Fi hotspot $50$50
Wireless charging station $75$75
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Fog lights$125  
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
Heated front seats$200 $200
Leather seating surfaces$900 $900
Manual height adjuster, passenger seat $50 
Memory system, driver seat  $200
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat$100 $100
Power height adjuster, passenger seat$100 $100
Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat  $100
Power recliner, passenger seat  $100
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat$100  
Upgraded floor mats  $0
Total Value of Features$4,150$4,455$7,530
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$305$3,380
Value of Feature Adjustments0-39-362

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Specifications Comparison: 2012 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 2021 Chevrolet Malibu

Model Year20122021
ModelMalibuMalibu
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase112.3 in111.4 in
Length191.8 in194.2 in
Width70.3 in73.0 in
Height57.1 in57.3 in
Curb Weight3,416 lb.3,127 lb.
Fuel Capacity16.0 gal.15.8 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.4 in39.1 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room55.9 in58.5 in
Row 1 Hip Room53.0 in54.1 in
Row 1 Legroom42.2 in41.5 in
Row 2 Headroom37.2 in37.5 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room53.9 in57.1 in
Row 2 Hip Room52.1 in53.4 in
Row 2 Legroom37.6 in38.1 in
Cargo Volume15.1 ft315.7 ft3

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Option Package Details
2021 Chevrolet Malibu LT

Convenience and Technology Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Leather-wrapped steering wheel150Yes
AC power outlet100Yes
Remote start75Yes
Wireless charging station75No
Total Requested47586%
Total Not Requested7514%
Panoramic sunroof
FeatureValueRequested?
Universal garage door opener100No
Panoramic sunroof1200No
Total Requested00%
Total Not Requested1300100%

Option Package Details
2021 Chevrolet Malibu Premier

Sun and Wheels Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Universal garage door opener100No
Panoramic sunroof1200No
245/40R19 tires400No
Upgraded floor mats0No
Total Requested00%
Total Not Requested1700100%

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