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Chevrolet Malibu vs. Dodge Charger Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Chevrolet Malibu vs. Dodge Charger Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $29,435

Chevrolet Malibu LTZ   
Difference: $2,285

Lowest Total Invoice: $27,853

Chevrolet Malibu LTZ   
Difference: $1,605

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year2012200820082008
ModelMalibuChargerChargerCharger
TrimLTZSXTR/TSRT8
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $28,600 $26,545 $31,615 $37,215
Base Invoice $27,027 $24,641 $29,204 $34,679
Engine-block heater 75 40 40 40
Protection Group   1,110 1,185  
Quick Order Package H   2,375    
Sunroof   950 950 950
Side curtain airbags       590
SRT Option Group I       860
Engine-block heater 66 37 37 37
Protection Group   1,021 1,090  
Quick Order Package H   2,185    
Sunroof   874 874 874
Side curtain airbags       543
SRT Option Group I       791
Options (change) 75 4,475 2,175 2,440
Options (change) 66 4,117 2,001 2,245
Destination 760 700 700 700
Gas Tax 0 0 0 2,100
Total Price $29,435 $31,720 $34,490 $42,455
Total Invoice $27,853 $29,458 $31,905 $39,724

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Dodge Charger

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Chevrolet Malibu LTZ
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $3,190
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $2,461
Model Year2012200820082008
ModelMalibuChargerChargerCharger
TrimLTZSXTR/TSRT8
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine169hp I4250hp V6340hp V8425hp V8
TransmissionT6A4T5T5
DrivetrainFWDRWDRWDRWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 8276, 6276, 6276, 6
Tire (rear if not all the same)225/50-18225/60-18225/60-18245/45-20
Total Price$29,435$31,720$34,490$42,455
Adjustments for Features-9050-355-315
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$28,530$31,720$34,135$42,140
Cost Above Minimum$0$0$2,415$10,420
Total Invoice$27,853$29,458$31,905$39,724
Adjustments for Features-8560-328-295
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$26,997$29,458$31,577$39,429
Cost Above Minimum$0$0$2,119$9,971

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Features Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Dodge Charger

Model Year2012200820082008
ModelMalibuChargerChargerCharger
TrimLTZSXTR/TSRT8
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1100   
4-speed automatic $800  
5-speed manually-shiftable automatic  $1000$1000
FWD$0   
RWD $0$0$0
Accessories 
AC power outlet$100   
Ashtray and lighter (optional)   $0
Power-adjustable pedals $125$125$125
Remote start$150  $150
Universal garage door opener   $100
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Temporary spare tire$150$150$150 
Tires, self-sealing $50$50 
Cargo Management 
Cargo mat$40   
Cargo net  $40 
Overhead sunglass holder $25$25$25
Climate Control 
Dual-zone climate control $125$125$125
Interior air filter $0$0$0
Rear air vents $100$100$100
Exterior 
Bodyside moldings$75$75$75 
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)$25 $25$25
Laminated front side windows$200   
Infotainment 
Audio controls on steering wheel$125  $125
Bluetooth cell phone link$100$100$100 
Satellite radio$200   
Satellite radio - one year subscription $250$250$250
Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation$225   
USB port$25   
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Auto-dimming rearview mirror$150$150$150 
Compass$0  $0
Illuminated visor mirror, driver$50 $50$50
Illuminated visor mirror, passenger$50 $50$50
Interior ambient lighting$150   
Trip computer   $150
Visor mirror, passenger $10  
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row $50$50$50
Door sill trim plates$100   
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat $50$50$50
Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat $50$50$50
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat$100   
Power recliner, passenger seat $100$100$100
Synthetic suede inserts in leather seating surfaces   $0
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Alloy wheels$350   
Machined alloy wheels $350$350 
Performance steering system (optional)   $0
Polished alloy wheels   $350
Touring suspension (upgrade) $0$0 
Ultra-sport suspension (upgrade)   $0
Total Value of Features$3,465$2,560$2,915$2,875
Value of Feature Adjustments$905$0$355$315
Value of Feature Adjustments-8560-328-295

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Specifications Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Dodge Charger

Model Year20122008
ModelMalibuCharger
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase112.3 in120.0 in
Length191.8 in200.1 in
Width70.3 in74.5 in
Height57.1 in58.2 in
Curb Weight3,416 lb.3,801 lb.
Fuel Capacity16.0 gal.18.0 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.4 in38.7 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room55.9 in59.3 in
Row 1 Hip Room53.0 in56.2 in
Row 1 Legroom42.2 in41.8 in
Row 2 Headroom37.2 in36.2 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room53.9 in57.6 in
Row 2 Hip Room52.1 in56.2 in
Row 2 Legroom37.6 in40.2 in
Cargo Volume15.1 ft316.2 ft3

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Option Package Details
Dodge Charger SXT

Protection Group
FeatureValueRequested?
Bodyside moldings75Yes
Front side airbags350Yes
Side curtain airbags350Yes
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Bluetooth cell phone link100Yes
Tires, self-sealing50No
Total Requested102595%
Total Not Requested505%
Quick Order Package H
FeatureValueRequested?
Touring suspension (upgrade)250No
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Automatic climate control, front200Yes
Heated front seats200Yes
Power recliner, passenger seat100No
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Automatic headlights100Yes
Leather-wrapped steering wheel150Yes
Power height adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Dual-zone climate control125No
225/60HR18 tires400No
Machined alloy wheels0No
Bodyside moldings75Yes
Boston Acoustics, 276W, 6 speakers350No
Total Requested192561%
Total Not Requested122539%

Option Package Details
Dodge Charger R/T

Protection Group
FeatureValueRequested?
Front side airbags350Yes
Side curtain airbags350Yes
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Bluetooth cell phone link100Yes
Tires, self-sealing50No
Total Requested95095%
Total Not Requested505%

Option Package Details
Dodge Charger SRT8

Side curtain airbags
FeatureValueRequested?
Side curtain airbags350Yes
Front side airbags350Yes
Total Requested700100%
Total Not Requested00%
SRT Option Group I
FeatureValueRequested?
Automatic climate control, front200Yes
Automatic headlights100Yes
Dual-zone climate control125No
Interior air filter0No
Remote start150Yes
Total Requested45078%
Total Not Requested12522%

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