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Chevrolet Malibu vs. Chevrolet Sonic Price Comparison (MSRP)The sticker prices, before adjusting for remaining feature differences. Usually these are the numbers you will see on the window stickers.
Models in short supply often sell at or even above these prices.
Models in short supply often sell at or even above these prices.
Chevrolet Malibu vs. Chevrolet Sonic Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $18,385 Chevrolet Sonic LTZ | ||||
| Difference: $4,765 | ||||
Lowest Total Invoice: $17,441 Chevrolet Sonic LTZ | ||||
| Difference: $3,997 | ||||
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| Model Year | 2006 | 2006 | 2006 | 2012 |
| Model | Malibu | Malibu | Malibu | Sonic |
| Trim | LT | LTZ | SS | LTZ |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Price | $17,865 | $23,065 | $22,865 | $16,665 |
| Base Invoice | $16,883 | $21,797 | $21,608 | $15,832 |
| Antilock brakes (ABS) | 465 | |||
| Side curtain airbags | 690 | |||
| Luxury and Convenience Package | 995 | |||
| 1LT Equipment Group | 640 | |||
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | 695 | 695 | ||
| Engine-block heater | 50 | 50 | 50 | 75 |
| Satellite radio | 325 | 325 | 325 | |
| Sunroof | 800 | 800 | 800 | 850 |
| Antilock brakes (ABS) | 386 | |||
| Side curtain airbags | 573 | |||
| Luxury and Convenience Package | 826 | |||
| 1LT Equipment Group | 592 | |||
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | 577 | 577 | ||
| Engine-block heater | 42 | 42 | 42 | 66 |
| Satellite radio | 270 | 270 | 270 | |
| Sunroof | 664 | 664 | 664 | 748 |
| Options (change) | 4,660 | 1,175 | 1,870 | 925 |
| Options (change) | 3,930 | 976 | 1,553 | 814 |
| Destination | 625 | 625 | 625 | 795 |
| Total Price | $23,150 | $24,865 | $25,360 | $18,385 |
| Total Invoice | $21,438 | $23,398 | $23,786 | $17,441 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Chevrolet Sonic
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Chevrolet Sonic LTZ | ||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $4,235 | ||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $3,678 | ||||
| Model Year | 2006 | 2006 | 2006 | 2012 |
| Model | Malibu | Malibu | Malibu | Sonic |
| Trim | LT | LTZ | SS | LTZ |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | 144hp I4 | 201hp V6 | 240hp V6 | 138hp I4 |
| Transmission | T4 | T4 | T4 | M5 |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | FWD | FWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | ?, 6 | ?, 6 | ?, 6 | ?, 6 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 215/60-16 | 225/50-17 | 225/50-18 | 205/50-17 |
| Total Price | $23,150 | $24,865 | $25,360 | $18,385 |
| Adjustments for Features | -345 | -2,245 | -1,155 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $22,805 | $22,620 | $24,205 | $18,385 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $185 | $0 | $1,585 | $0 |
| Total Invoice | $21,438 | $23,398 | $23,786 | $17,441 |
| Adjustments for Features | -319 | -2,113 | -1,083 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $21,119 | $21,285 | $22,703 | $17,441 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $166 | $1,584 | $0 |
Features Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Chevrolet Sonic
| Model Year | 2006 | 2006 | 2006 | 2012 |
| Model | Malibu | Malibu | Malibu | Sonic |
| Trim | LT | LTZ | SS | LTZ |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||||
| 4-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $900 | $900 | $900 | |
| 5-speed manual | $0 | |||
| FWD | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Accessories | ||||
| Power-adjustable pedals | $125 | $125 | ||
| Remote start | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Universal garage door opener | $100 | |||
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||||
| 4-wheel disc brakes | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Brake assist | $50 | |||
| Knee airbag, driver | $75 | |||
| Knee airbag, passenger | $75 | |||
| Rear side airbags | $300 | |||
| Rollover sensor | $50 | |||
| Stability control | $400 | |||
| Tire-pressure monitor | $75 | |||
| Cargo Management | ||||
| Cargo net | $40 | $40 | $40 | |
| Climate Control | ||||
| Automatic climate control, front | $200 | $200 | ||
| Interior air filter | $0 | |||
| Exterior | ||||
| Body kit | $0 | |||
| Bodyside moldings | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) | $25 | |||
| Rear spoiler | $200 | $200 | ||
| Infotainment | ||||
| Aux input | $50 | |||
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | |||
| Bluetooth cell phone link | $100 | |||
| MP3-compatible player | $50 | |||
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation | $225 | |||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||||
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | $150 | $150 | ||
| Compass | $0 | $0 | ||
| Digital instruments | $0 | |||
| Heated mirrors | $25 | $25 | ||
| Illuminated visor mirror, driver | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Illuminated visor mirror, passenger | $50 | $50 | ||
| Visor mirror, driver | $10 | |||
| Visor mirror, passenger | $10 | $10 | ||
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||||
| Folding passenger seat | $150 | $150 | ||
| Heated front seats | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Leather seating surfaces | $900 | |||
| Manual height adjuster, driver seat | $50 | |||
| Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Partial leather seating sufaces | $450 | |||
| Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power height adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power tilt adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Synthetic leather seating surfaces | $0 | |||
| Synthetic suede inserts in leather seating surfaces | $0 | |||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||||
| Alloy wheels | $350 | |||
| Chrome-clad steel wheels | $0 | |||
| Performance steering system (optional) | $0 | |||
| Polished alloy wheels | $350 | $350 | ||
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | |||
| Total Value of Features | $2,465 | $4,365 | $3,275 | $2,120 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $345 | $2,245 | $1,155 | $0 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -319 | -2,113 | -1,083 | 0 |
Specifications Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Chevrolet Sonic
| Model Year | 2006 | 2012 |
| Model | Malibu | Sonic |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Wheelbase | 106.3 in | 99.4 in |
| Length | 188.3 in | 173.1 in |
| Width | 69.9 in | 68.3 in |
| Height | 57.5 in | 59.7 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,298 lb. | 2,728 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 16.3 gal. | 12.2 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 39.6 in | 38.7 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 56.7 in | 53.4 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 53.2 in | 51.4 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 41.9 in | 41.8 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 37.6 in | 37.8 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 56.1 in | 53.0 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 52.4 in | 51.6 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 38.5 in | 34.6 in |
| Cargo Volume | 15.4 ft3 | 14.0 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Chevrolet Malibu LT
| Luxury and Convenience Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Illuminated visor mirror, passenger | 40 | No |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | No |
| Fog lights | 125 | Yes |
| Compass | 0 | No |
| Chrome-clad steel wheels | 0 | No |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat | 100 | No |
| Power tilt adjuster, driver seat | 100 | No |
| Total Requested | 325 | 45% |
| Total Not Requested | 390 | 55% |
| 1LT Equipment Group | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Floor mats | 75 | Yes |
| Remote start | 150 | No |
| Total Requested | 75 | 33% |
| Total Not Requested | 150 | 67% |
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