Chevrolet Malibu Chevrolet Malibu 2017 Chevrolet Trax Chevrolet Trax 2021

We are 103,000+ car owners sharing real-world car information.

Join Us

Chevrolet Malibu vs. Chevrolet Trax 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.

Chevrolet Malibu vs. Chevrolet Trax Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $26,985

Chevrolet Trax LT   
Difference: $2,455

Calculate Payments

  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year2017201720172021
ModelMalibuMalibuMalibuTrax
TrimLTPremierHybridLT
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr SUV
Base Price $25,125 $30,975 $27,875 $23,200
Sport Package 795      
Convenience and Technology Package 995   995  
Engine-block heater 100 100 100 100
Cargo mat 60   60 115
All-weather floor mats 140 140 140 140
Cargo organizer 140 140 140 140
Cargo net 60 60 60  
Panoramic sunroof 1,150   1,150  
Sun and Wheels Package   2,270    
Driver Confidence Package     1,195 495
Navigation system     495  
Leather Package     1,395  
Convenience Package       450
Sun & Sound Package       1,150
Sport Package 723      
Convenience and Technology Package 905   905  
Engine-block heater 91 91 91 91
Cargo mat 55   55 105
All-weather floor mats 127 127 127 127
Cargo organizer 127 127 127 127
Cargo net 55 55 55  
Panoramic sunroof 1,046   1,046  
Sun and Wheels Package   2,066    
Driver Confidence Package     1,087 450
Navigation system     450  
Leather Package     1,269  
Convenience Package       410
Sun & Sound Package       1,047
Options (change) 3,440 2,710 5,730 2,590
Options (change) 3,129 2,466 5,212 2,357
Destination 875 875 875 1,195
Total Price $29,440 $34,560 $34,480 $26,985

Return to top

While we strive for accuracy, the site is not error-free, and prices can change at any time.

Dealer Price Quotes

Want to find out how much dealers are willing to discount these cars?

Request free, no-obligation Chevrolet Malibu dealer quotes or Chevrolet Trax dealer quotes from dealers using our car quote form.

The process is easy and takes just a minute or two. You'll receive price quotes from local approved dealers within 48 hours.

TrueDelta Value Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Chevrolet Trax

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Chevrolet Trax LT
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $2,670
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $24,600
Model Year2017201720172021
ModelMalibuMalibuMalibuTrax
TrimLTPremierHybridLT
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr SUV
Engine163hp I4250hp I4122hp I4 H138hp I4
TransmissionT6T9CVTT6
DrivetrainFWDFWDFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 6?, 9?, 9?, 7
Tire (rear if not all the same)245/45-18245/40-19225/55-17205/70-16
Total Price$29,440$34,560$34,480$26,985
Adjustments for Features0-2,975-3,825-215
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$29,440$31,585$30,655$26,770
Cost Above Minimum$0$2,145$1,215$0

Return to top

Features Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Chevrolet Trax

Model Year2017201720172021
ModelMalibuMalibuMalibuTrax
TrimLTPremierHybridLT
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr SUV
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1100  $1100
9-speed manually-shiftable automatic $1400  
CVT  $1000 
FWD$0$0$0$0
Accessories 
Active noise reduction   $0
Heated steering wheel $100  
Universal garage door opener$100$100$100 
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
4-wheel disc brakes$150$150$150 
Automatic braking, low-speed  $200 
Blind spot warning system  $200$200
Cross-traffic warning, rear  $100$100
Following distance indicator  $25 
Forward collision warning  $200 
Lane departure prevention, steering-based  $200 
Lane departure warning  $200 
Obstacle detection, front  $150 
Obstacle detection, rear  $250$250
Pedestrian detection  $50 
Safety key$5$5$5 
Temporary spare tire$150  $150
Cargo Management 
Cargo cover   $75
Roof rails   $250
Storage compartment under front seat(s)   $50
Climate Control 
Automatic climate control, front $200$200 
Dual-zone climate control $125$125 
Rear air vents$100$100$100 
Rear wiper   $175
Engine / Motor 
Automatic start / stop$150 $150 
Exterior 
Active grille shutters$0 $0 
Bodyside cladding (gray/black)   $250
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) $25  
Deep-tinted rear windows   $275
Laminated front side windows$200$200$200 
Panoramic sunroof$1200$1200$1200 
Rear spoiler$200  $200
Sunroof   $900
Wheel-lip moldings   $75
Infotainment 
Navigation system $600$600 
Voice control for audio system$25  $25
Voice control for nav and audio $100$100 
Wireless charging station$75$75$75 
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Auto-dimming headlights  $200 
Auto-dimming rearview mirror$150$150$150 
Detailed driving style feedback  $100 
Digital instruments   $0
Illuminated visor mirror, driver$50$50$50 
Illuminated visor mirror, passenger$50$50$50 
Interior ambient lighting$150$150$150 
Large energy flow and fuel economy display  $25 
Tachometer$75$75 $75
Turn signals on or near mirrors$25$25$25 
Visor mirror, driver   $10
Visor mirror, passenger   $10
Seats and Interior Trim 
Cooled or ventilated front seats $300  
Door sill trim plates $100  
Folding passenger seat   $150
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$100 
Power recliner, driver seat$100$100$100 
Power recliner, passenger seat $100$100 
Synthetic leather seating surfaces   $0
Upgraded floor mats $0  
Total Value of Features$4,105$7,080$7,930$4,320
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$2,975$3,825$215
Value of Feature Adjustments0-2,847-3,644-28

Return to top

Specifications Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Chevrolet Trax

Model Year20172021
ModelMalibuTrax
Body4dr Sedan4dr SUV
Wheelbase111.4 in100.6 in
Length193.8 in167.6 in
Width73.0 in69.9 in
Height57.7 in64.9 in
Curb Weight3,087 lb.3,125 lb.
Fuel Capacity13.0 gal.14.0 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.1 in39.6 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room58.5 in54.1 in
Row 1 Hip Room54.1 in51.7 in
Row 1 Legroom42.0 in40.8 in
Row 2 Headroom37.5 in38.8 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room57.1 in52.8 in
Row 2 Hip Room53.4 in50.7 in
Row 2 Legroom38.1 in35.7 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum
15.8 ft318.7 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum
15.848.4 ft3

Return to top

Option Package Details
Chevrolet Malibu LT

Sport Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather-wrapped steering wheel150Yes
Rear spoiler200Yes
245/45R18 tires400No
Total Requested35047%
Total Not Requested40053%
Convenience and Technology Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150No
Leather-wrapped steering wheel150Yes
AC power outlet100Yes
Remote start150Yes
Wireless charging station75No
Total Requested40064%
Total Not Requested22536%

Option Package Details
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%

Option Package Details
Chevrolet Malibu Hybrid

Convenience and Technology Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150No
Leather-wrapped steering wheel150Yes
AC power outlet100Yes
Remote start150Yes
Wireless charging station75No
Total Requested40064%
Total Not Requested22536%
Driver Confidence Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Obstacle detection, front150No
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Auto-dimming headlights200No
Lane departure warning system200No
Blind spot warning system200Yes
Rear cross-traffic detection100Yes
Automatic braking, low-speed200No
Forward collision warning200No
Lane departure prevention system, steering-based200No
Pedestrian detection50No
Following distance indicator25No
Total Requested55031%
Total Not Requested122569%
Leather Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces900No
Heated front seats200No
Power recliner, passenger seat100No
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat100No
Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat100No
Power height adjuster, passenger seat50No
Bose, 9 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Total Requested00%
Total Not Requested1800100%

Option Package Details
Chevrolet Trax LT

Cargo mat
FeatureValueRequested?
Cargo mat40Yes
Cargo net40Yes
Total Requested80100%
Total Not Requested00%
Convenience Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power height adjuster, driver seat50Yes
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Leather-wrapped steering wheel150Yes
Even more chrome0No
Proximity key250Yes
Synthetic leather seating surfaces0No
Total Requested650100%
Total Not Requested00%
Driver Confidence Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Blind spot warning system200Yes
Cross-traffic warning, rear100Yes
Total Requested550100%
Total Not Requested00%
Sun & Sound Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Sunroof900Yes
Bose, 7 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Total Requested90072%
Total Not Requested35028%

Was this information useful?

We're glad we could help! Share this page:

We're so sorry! Tell us how we can improve it.

See TrueDelta's information for all Sedans
See TrueDelta's information for all Chevrolet models.