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Chevrolet Malibu vs. Dodge Journey Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Chevrolet Malibu vs. Dodge Journey Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $26,060

Chevrolet Malibu Maxx SS   
Difference: $5,710

Lowest Total Invoice: $24,436

Chevrolet Malibu Maxx SS   
Difference: $5,747

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year200620132013
ModelMalibuJourneyJourney
TrimMaxx SSCrewR/T
Body4dr Hatch4dr SUV4dr SUV
Base Price $23,265 $28,395 $28,995
Base Invoice $21,986 $27,068 $27,620
Engine-block heater 50 95 95
Sunroof 800 1,095 1,095
Satellite radio 325    
Entertainment system, console-mounted 995    
Entertainment system, ceiling-mounted   795 795
Infinity 368W 7 speakers   395  
Engine-block heater 42 85 85
Sunroof 664 975 975
Satellite radio 293    
Entertainment system, console-mounted 826    
Entertainment system, ceiling-mounted   708 708
Infinity 368W 7 speakers   352  
Options (change) 2,170 2,380 1,985
Options (change) 1,825 2,120 1,768
Destination 625 995 995
Total Price $26,060 $31,770 $31,975
Total Invoice $24,436 $30,183 $30,383

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Dodge Journey

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Chevrolet Malibu Maxx SS
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $2,620
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $2,811
Model Year200620132013
ModelMalibuJourneyJourney
TrimMaxx SSCrewR/T
Body4dr Hatch4dr SUV4dr SUV
Engine240hp V6283hp V6283hp V6
TransmissionT4T6T6
DrivetrainFWDFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)19/26 MPG17/25 MPG17/25 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 6368, 7368, 7
Tire (rear if not all the same)225/50-18225/55-19225/55-19
Total Price$26,060$31,770$31,975
Adjustments for Features0-3,090-2,840
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$26,060$28,680$29,135
Cost Above Minimum$0$0$455
Total Invoice$24,436$30,183$30,383
Adjustments for Features0-2,936-2,699
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$24,436$27,247$27,684
Cost Above Minimum$0$0$437

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Features Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Dodge Journey

Model Year200620132013
ModelMalibuJourneyJourney
TrimMaxx SSCrewR/T
Body4dr Hatch4dr SUV4dr SUV
Transmission and Drivetrain 
4-speed manually-shiftable automatic$900  
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic $1100$1100
FWD$0$0$0
Accessories 
AC power outlet $100$100
Heated steering wheel $100$100
Power-adjustable pedals$125  
Proximity key $250$250
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats $0$0
Brake assist $50$50
Knee airbag, driver $75$75
Rollover sensor $50$50
Stability control $400$400
Tire-pressure monitor $75$75
Trailer sway control $25$25
Cargo Management 
Air-conditioned storage compartment $50$50
Cargo cover $75$75
Cargo shelf, height-adjustable$100  
Overhead sunglass holder $25$25
Roof rails $250 
Second-row under-floor storage $150$150
Storage compartment under front seat(s) $50$50
Climate Control 
Dual-zone climate control $125$125
Interior air filter $0$0
Exterior 
Body kit$0  
Bodyside moldings$75  
Deep-tinted rear windows $275$275
Glass roof panel(s)$300  
Infotainment 
Aux input $50$50
Bluetooth audio streaming $25$25
Bluetooth cell phone link $100$100
Entertainment system, ceiling-mounted $1000$1000
Entertainment system, console-mounted$1000  
MP3-compatible player $50$50
Voice control for external devices $0$0
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Auto-dimming rearview mirror $150$150
Compass $0$0
Conversation mirror $25$25
Heated mirrors $25$25
Illuminated visor mirror, passenger $50$50
Visor mirror, passenger$10  
Seats and Interior Trim 
Folding passenger seat $150$150
Heated front seats $200$200
Leather seating surfaces $900$900
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat$50  
Partial leather seating sufaces$450  
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat $150$150
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Alloy wheels $350$350
Performance steering system (optional)$0  
Polished alloy wheels$350  
Sport suspension (upgrade)$0 $0
Touring suspension (upgrade) $0 
Total Value of Features$3,360$6,450$6,200
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$3,090$2,840
Value of Feature Adjustments0-2,936-2,699

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Specifications Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Dodge Journey

Model Year20062013
ModelMalibuJourney
Body4dr Hatch4dr SUV
Wheelbase112.3 in113.8 in
Length187.8 in192.4 in
Width69.8 in72.2 in
Height58.1 in66.6 in
Curb Weight3,476 lb.3,884 lb.
Fuel Capacity16.3 gal.20.5 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.4 in40.8 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room56.7 in57.5 in
Row 1 Hip Room53.5 in53.8 in
Row 1 Legroom41.9 in40.8 in
Row 2 Headroom39.4 in39.9 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room55.5 in56.9 in
Row 2 Hip Room52.4 in54.4 in
Row 2 Legroom41.0 in33.6 in
Row 3 Headroom0.0 in37.7 in
Row 3 Shoulder Room0.0 in43.5 in
Row 3 Hip Room0.0 in40.0 in
Row 3 Legroom0.0 in23.4 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum
22.8 ft310.7 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Behind R2
22.837.0 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum
41.0 ft367.6 ft3

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