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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: $25,675

Chrysler PT Cruiser GT   
Difference: $11,255

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20212006
ModelMalibuPT Cruiser
TrimPremierGT
Body4dr Sedan4dr Wagon
Base Price $33,500 $23,645
Sun and Wheels Package 2,270  
Cargo net 65  
Engine-block heater 100 35
Bluetooth cell phone link   360
Satellite radio   195
Heated front seats   250
4-speed shiftable automatic   550
Sun and Wheels Package 2,066  
Cargo net 59  
Engine-block heater 91 32
Bluetooth cell phone link   331
Satellite radio   179
Heated front seats   230
4-speed shiftable automatic   506
Options (change) 2,435 1,390
Options (change) 2,216 1,278
Destination 995 640
Total Price $36,930 $25,675

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Chrysler PT Cruiser

Lowest Adjusted Price: Chrysler PT Cruiser GT
Lowest Adjusted Invoice: Chevrolet Malibu Premier
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $6,210
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $21,163
Model Year20212006
ModelMalibuPT Cruiser
TrimPremierGT
Body4dr Sedan4dr Wagon
Engine250hp I4230hp I4
TransmissionT9T4
DrivetrainFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)22/33 MPG19/26 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 9100, 6
Tire (rear if not all the same)245/40-19205/50-17
Total Price$36,930$25,675
Adjustments for Features-5,0450
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$31,885$25,675

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Features Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Chrysler PT Cruiser

Model Year20212006
ModelMalibuPT Cruiser
TrimPremierGT
Body4dr Sedan4dr Wagon
Transmission and Drivetrain 
9-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1400 
4-speed manually-shiftable automatic $900
FWD$0$0
Accessories 
AC power outlet$100 
Heated steering wheel$100 
Proximity key$250 
Remote app$25 
Remote start$150 
Tilt steering wheel, manual $150
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual$250 
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Brake assist$50 
Knee airbag, passenger$75 
Rear side airbags$300 
Rearview camera$200 
Rollover sensor$50 
Safety key$5 
Side curtain airbags$350 
Stability control$400 
Tire-pressure monitor$75 
Vehicle health reports$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 
Dual-zone climate control$125 
Interior air filter$0 
Rear air vents$100 
Rear wiper $175
Exterior 
Bodyside moldings $75
Deep-tinted rear windows $275
Laminated front side windows$200 
Larger rear spoiler $200
Panoramic sunroof$1200 
Sunroof $900
Infotainment 
4G LTE connectivity$0 
Android Auto support$100 
App support$0 
Apple CarPlay support$100 
Audio controls on steering wheel$125 
Bluetooth audio streaming$25 
CD player $125
MP3-compatible player $50
Navigation system$600 
SMS text-to-speech reader$25 
Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation$225 
Voice control for external devices$0 
Voice control for nav and audio$100 
Wi-Fi hotspot$50 
Wireless charging station$75 
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Analog clock $25
Automatic headlights$125 
Fog lights $125
Heated mirrors$25 
Turn signals on or near mirrors$25 
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row$50 
Cooled or ventilated front seats$300 
Folding passenger seat $150
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 
Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat$100 
Power recliner, driver seat$100 
Power recliner, passenger seat$100 
Removable second row seats $0
Upgraded floor mats$0 
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Alloy wheels$350 
Polished alloy wheels $350
Sport suspension (upgrade) $0
Total Value of Features$8,745$3,700
Value of Feature Adjustments$5,045$0
Value of Feature Adjustments-4390

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See a complete comparison of Chevrolet Malibu vs. Chrysler PT Cruiser features.

Specifications Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Chrysler PT Cruiser

Model Year20212006
ModelMalibuPT Cruiser
Body4dr Sedan4dr Wagon
Wheelbase111.4 in103.0 in
Length194.2 in168.9 in
Width73.0 in67.1 in
Height57.3 in65.2 in
Curb Weight3,223 lb.3,414 lb.
Fuel Capacity15.8 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 Legroom41.5 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		15.7 ft321.6 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum		15.764.2 ft3

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See a complete comparison of Chevrolet Malibu vs. Chrysler PT Cruiser specs.

Option Package Details
Chevrolet Malibu Premier

Sun and Wheels Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Universal garage door opener100Yes
Panoramic sunroof1200No
245/40R19 tires400No
Upgraded floor mats0No
Total Requested1006%
Total Not Requested160094%

Option Package Details
Chrysler PT Cruiser GT

Bluetooth cell phone link
FeatureValueRequested?
Bluetooth cell phone link100Yes
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Total Requested250100%
Total Not Requested00%

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