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Chevrolet Malibu vs. Chrysler PT Cruiser Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Chevrolet Malibu vs. Chrysler PT Cruiser Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $20,220

Chrysler PT Cruiser Classic   
Difference: $7,855

Lowest Total Invoice: $19,635

Chrysler PT Cruiser Classic   
Difference: $7,242

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year2016201620162010
ModelMalibuMalibuMalibuPT Cruiser
TrimLTPremierHybridClassic
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Wagon
Base Price $25,020 $30,920 $27,770 $18,275
Base Invoice $24,019 $29,683 $26,659 $17,801
Cargo net 60 60 60  
Engine-block heater 75 75 75 35
Panoramic sunroof 1,150 1,270    
Convenience and Technology Package 895      
Convenience Group       395
Sunroof       795
Cargo net 55 55 55  
Engine-block heater 68 68 68 32
Panoramic sunroof 1,046 1,156    
Convenience and Technology Package 814      
Convenience Group       359
Sunroof       723
Options (change) 2,180 1,405 135 1,225
Options (change) 1,983 1,279 123 1,114
Destination 875 875 875 720
Total Price $28,075 $33,200 $28,780 $20,220
Total Invoice $26,877 $31,837 $27,657 $19,635

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Chrysler PT Cruiser

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Chrysler PT Cruiser Classic
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $3,900
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $3,456
Model Year2016201620162010
ModelMalibuMalibuMalibuPT Cruiser
TrimLTPremierHybridClassic
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Wagon
Engine163hp I4250hp I4122hp I4 H150hp I4
TransmissionT6T8CVTA4
DrivetrainFWDFWDFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 6?, 9?, 6100, 6
Tire (rear if not all the same)225/55-17245/40-19225/55-17205/55-16
Total Price$28,075$33,200$28,780$20,220
Adjustments for Features-3,955-7,070-2,1500
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$24,120$26,130$26,630$20,220
Cost Above Minimum$0$2,010$2,510$0
Total Invoice$26,877$31,837$27,657$19,635
Adjustments for Features-3,786-6,780-2,0660
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$23,091$25,057$25,591$19,635
Cost Above Minimum$0$1,966$2,500$0

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Features Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Chrysler PT Cruiser

Model Year2016201620162010
ModelMalibuMalibuMalibuPT Cruiser
TrimLTPremierHybridClassic
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Wagon
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1100   
8-speed manually-shiftable automatic $1300  
CVT  $1000 
4-speed automatic   $800
FWD$0$0$0$0
Accessories 
AC power outlet$100$100  
Heated steering wheel $100  
Proximity key$250$250$250 
Remote app$25$25$25 
Remote start$150$150  
Tilt steering wheel, manual   $150
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual$250$250$250 
Universal garage door opener$100$100  
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
4-wheel disc brakes$150$150$150 
Antilock brakes (ABS)$400$400$400 
Brake assist$50$50$50 
Knee airbag, passenger$75$75$75 
Rear side airbags$300$300$300 
Rearview camera$200$200$200 
Rollover sensor$50$50$50 
Safety key$5$5  
Side curtain airbags$350$350$350 
Stability control$400$400$400 
Temporary spare tire$150  $150
Traction control$100$100$100 
Vehicle health reports$0$0$0 
Cargo Management 
Cargo mat $40  
Cargo shelf, height-adjustable   $100
Storage compartment under front seat(s)   $50
Climate Control 
Automatic climate control, front $200$200 
Dual-zone climate control $125$125 
Interior air filter$0$0$0 
Rear air vents$100$100$100 
Rear wiper   $175
Engine / Motor 
Automatic start / stop$150 $150 
Exterior 
Active grille shutters$0 $0 
Bodyside moldings   $75
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) $25  
Deep-tinted rear windows   $275
Laminated front side windows$200$200$200 
Panoramic sunroof$1200$1200  
Rear spoiler   $200
Sunroof   $900
Infotainment 
4G LTE connectivity$0$0$0 
Android Auto support$100$100$100 
App support$0$0$0 
Apple CarPlay support$100$100$100 
Audio controls on steering wheel$125$125$125 
Bluetooth audio streaming$25$25$25 
Bluetooth cell phone link$100$100$100 
CD player   $125
Navigation system $600  
Satellite radio$200$200$200 
Satellite radio - one year subscription   $250
SMS text-to-speech reader$25$25$25 
Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation$225$225$225 
USB port$25$25$25 
Voice control for audio system$25 $25 
Voice control for external devices$0$0$0 
Voice control for nav and audio $100  
Wi-Fi hotspot$50$50$50 
Wireless charging station$75$75  
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Analog clock   $25
Auto-dimming rearview mirror$150$150  
Automatic headlights$125$125$125 
Detailed driving style feedback  $100 
Fog lights   $125
Heated mirrors$25$25$25 
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 
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row$50$50$50 
Cooled or ventilated front seats $300  
Door sill trim plates $100  
Folding passenger seat   $150
Heated front seats $200 $200
Leather seating surfaces $900  
Leather-wrapped steering wheel$150$150  
Manual height adjuster, passenger seat$50 $50 
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat   $50
Memory system, driver seat $200  
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat $100  
Power height adjuster, passenger seat $100  
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat$100$100$100 
Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat $100  
Power recliner, driver seat$100$100$100 
Power recliner, passenger seat $100  
Removable second row seats   $0
Stain-resistant fabric   $100
Upgraded floor mats $0  
Total Value of Features$7,930$11,045$6,125$3,975
Value of Feature Adjustments$3,955$7,070$2,150$0
Value of Feature Adjustments-3,786-6,780-2,0660

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Specifications Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Chrysler PT Cruiser

Model Year20162010
ModelMalibuPT Cruiser
Body4dr Sedan4dr Wagon
Wheelbase111.4 in103.0 in
Length193.8 in168.9 in
Width73.0 in67.1 in
Height57.7 in65.2 in
Curb Weight3,087 lb.3,166 lb.
Fuel Capacity13.0 gal.15.0 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.1 in39.2 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room58.5 in53.8 in
Row 1 Hip Room54.1 in50.1 in
Row 1 Legroom42.0 in40.6 in
Row 2 Headroom37.5 in39.5 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room57.1 in53.6 in
Row 2 Hip Room53.4 in46.7 in
Row 2 Legroom38.1 in40.9 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum
15.8 ft321.6 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum
15.864.2 ft3

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Option Package Details
Chevrolet Malibu LT

Convenience and Technology Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150No
Leather-wrapped steering wheel150No
AC power outlet100No
Remote start150No
Safety key5No
Wireless charging station75No
Total Requested00%
Total Not Requested630100%

Option Package Details
Chrysler PT Cruiser Classic

Convenience Group
FeatureValueRequested?
Heated front seats200Yes
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power height adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat50Yes
Folding passenger seat150No
Stain-resistant fabric100No
Total Requested55069%
Total Not Requested25031%

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