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Chevrolet Malibu vs. Chevrolet Traverse Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Chevrolet Malibu vs. Chevrolet Traverse Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $26,260

Chevrolet Malibu Maxx LTZ   
Difference: $14,915

Lowest Total Invoice: $24,602

Chevrolet Malibu Maxx LTZ   
Difference: $14,244

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20062012
ModelMalibuTraverse
TrimMaxx LTZLT
Body4dr Hatch4dr SUV
Base Price $23,465 $32,760
Base Invoice $22,175 $31,122
Satellite radio 325  
Engine-block heater 50 75
Sunroof 800 1,400
Entertainment system, console-mounted 995  
Entertainment system, ceiling-mounted   1,445
Leather seating surfaces   1,525
2LT Equipment Group   3,145
Satellite radio 270  
Engine-block heater 42 66
Sunroof 664 1,232
Entertainment system, console-mounted 826  
Entertainment system, ceiling-mounted   1,272
Leather seating surfaces   1,342
2LT Equipment Group   2,987
Options (change) 2,170 7,590
Options (change) 1,802 6,899
Destination 625 825
Total Price $26,260 $41,175
Total Invoice $24,602 $38,846

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Chevrolet Traverse

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Chevrolet Malibu Maxx LTZ
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $10,555
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $10,131
Model Year20062012
ModelMalibuTraverse
TrimMaxx LTZLT
Body4dr Hatch4dr SUV
Engine201hp V6281hp V6
TransmissionT4T6
DrivetrainFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)22/32 MPG17/24 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 6?, 10
Tire (rear if not all the same)225/50-17255/65-18
Total Price$26,260$41,175
Adjustments for Features0-4,360
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$26,260$36,815
Total Invoice$24,602$38,846
Adjustments for Features0-4,113
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$24,602$34,733

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Features Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Chevrolet Traverse

Model Year20062012
ModelMalibuTraverse
TrimMaxx LTZLT
Body4dr Hatch4dr SUV
Transmission and Drivetrain 
4-speed manually-shiftable automatic$900 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic $1100
FWD$0$0
Accessories 
AC power outlet $100
Power liftgate $350
Power-adjustable pedals$125 
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Brake assist $50
Obstacle detection, rear $250
Rearview camera $200
Rollover sensor $50
Side curtain airbags$350 
Side curtain airbags, three rows $500
Stability control $400
Tire-pressure monitor $75
Cargo Management 
Cargo net$40 
Cargo shelf, height-adjustable$100 
Roof rails $250
Climate Control 
Dual-zone climate control $125
Interior air filter $0
Rear air vents with manual controls $150
Rear HVAC unit $400
Exterior 
Body kit$0 
Bodyside cladding (gray/black) $250
Bodyside moldings$75 
Deep-tinted rear windows $275
Infotainment 
Aux input $50
Bluetooth cell phone link $100
DVD-compatible player $0
Entertainment system, ceiling-mounted $1000
Entertainment system, console-mounted$1000 
MP3-compatible player $50
Surround sound $250
Telematics service, such as OnStar$200 
Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation $225
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror $75
Spotter mirror(s) $50
Turn signals on or near mirrors $25
Seats and Interior Trim 
Folding passenger seat$150 
Folding third row seats $600
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat$50 
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat $100
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat $100
Power recliner, driver seat $100
Power recliner, passenger seat $100
Synthetic suede inserts in leather seating surfaces$0 
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Machined alloy wheels $350
Polished alloy wheels$350 
Total Value of Features$3,340$7,700
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$4,360
Value of Feature Adjustments0-4,113

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Specifications Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Chevrolet Traverse

Model Year20062012
ModelMalibuTraverse
Body4dr Hatch4dr SUV
Wheelbase112.3 in118.9 in
Length187.8 in205.0 in
Width69.8 in78.4 in
Height58.1 in70.4 in
Curb Weight3,458 lb.4,790 lb.
Fuel Capacity16.3 gal.22.0 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.4 in40.4 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room56.7 in62.0 in
Row 1 Hip Room53.5 in59.1 in
Row 1 Legroom41.9 in41.3 in
Row 2 Headroom39.4 in39.4 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room55.5 in61.3 in
Row 2 Hip Room52.4 in57.8 in
Row 2 Legroom41.0 in36.8 in
Row 3 Headroom0.0 in37.8 in
Row 3 Shoulder Room0.0 in57.6 in
Row 3 Hip Room0.0 in48.3 in
Row 3 Legroom0.0 in33.2 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum
22.8 ft324.4 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Behind R2
22.868.8 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum
41.0 ft3116.4 ft3

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Option Package Details
Chevrolet Traverse LT

Entertainment system, ceiling-mounted
FeatureValueRequested?
Entertainment system, ceiling-mounted1000Yes
AC power outlet100No
Surround sound250No
DVD-compatible player0No
USB port25No
Automatic climate control, front200Yes
Dual-zone climate control125No
Rear seat audio controls25Yes
Bose, 10 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Total Requested122559%
Total Not Requested85041%
Sunroof
FeatureValueRequested?
Sunroof900Yes
Glass roof panel(s)300Yes
Total Requested1200100%
Total Not Requested00%
Leather seating surfaces
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Power recliner, passenger seat100No
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat100No
Total Requested90082%
Total Not Requested20018%
2LT Equipment Group
FeatureValueRequested?
Automatic climate control, front200Yes
Heated front seats200Yes
Universal garage door opener100Yes
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Rearview camera200No
Power liftgate350No
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror75No
Dual-zone climate control125No
Remote start150Yes
Rear seat audio controls25Yes
Bose, 10 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
USB port25No
Total Requested82542%
Total Not Requested112558%

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