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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: $29,790

Dodge Journey R/T   
Difference: $1,245

Lowest Total Invoice: $27,615

Dodge Journey R/T   
Difference: $1,750

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20122009
ModelMalibuJourney
TrimLTZR/T
Body4dr Sedan4dr SUV
Base Price $28,600 $27,585
Base Invoice $27,027 $25,577
Engine-block heater 75 40
3.6L V6 1,600  
Convenience Group II   695
Sunroof   795
Engine-block heater 66 36
3.6L V6 1,512  
Convenience Group II   619
Sunroof   708
Options (change) 1,675 1,530
Options (change) 1,578 1,363
Destination 760 675
Total Price $31,035 $29,790
Total Invoice $29,365 $27,615

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Dodge Journey

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Dodge Journey R/T
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $2,545
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $2,955
Model Year20122009
ModelMalibuJourney
TrimLTZR/T
Body4dr Sedan4dr SUV
Engine252hp V6235hp V6
TransmissionT6T6
DrivetrainFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)17/26 MPG16/23 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 8?, 6
Tire (rear if not all the same)225/50-18225/55-19
Total Price$31,035$29,790
Adjustments for Features0-1,300
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$31,035$28,490
Total Invoice$29,365$27,615
Adjustments for Features0-1,205
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$29,365$26,410

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Features Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Dodge Journey

Model Year20122009
ModelMalibuJourney
TrimLTZR/T
Body4dr Sedan4dr SUV
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1100$1100
FWD$0$0
Accessories 
Universal garage door opener $100
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Rollover sensor $50
Trailer sway control $25
Cargo Management 
Air-conditioned storage compartment $50
Cargo cover $75
Cargo mat$40 
Cargo net $40
Overhead sunglass holder $25
Roof rack $300
Second-row under-floor storage $150
Storage compartment under front seat(s) $50
Climate Control 
Dual-zone climate control $125
Interior air filter $0
Rear wiper $175
Exterior 
Bodyside moldings$75 
Deep-tinted rear windows $275
Laminated front side windows$200 
Rear spoiler $200
Infotainment 
CD changer, in-dash $325
CD player$125 
DVD-Audio-compatible player $0
Satellite radio$200 
Satellite radio - one year subscription $250
Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation$225 
USB port$25 
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Conversation mirror $25
Trip computer $150
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row $50
Door sill trim plates$100 
Folding passenger seat $150
Manual fore-aft adjuster, second row seats $75
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat $50
Manual recliner, second row seats $75
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat$100 
Power height adjuster, passenger seat$100 
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat$100 
Power recliner, driver seat$100 
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat$100 
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Performance steering system (optional)$0 
Sport suspension (upgrade) $0
Total Value of Features$2,590$3,890
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$1,300
Value of Feature Adjustments0-1,205

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See a complete comparison of Chevrolet Malibu vs. Dodge Journey features.

Specifications Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Dodge Journey

Model Year20122009
ModelMalibuJourney
Body4dr Sedan4dr SUV
Wheelbase112.3 in113.8 in
Length191.8 in192.4 in
Width70.3 in72.2 in
Height57.1 in66.6 in
Curb Weight3,645 lb.4,001 lb.
Fuel Capacity16.0 gal.20.5 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.4 in40.8 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room55.9 in57.5 in
Row 1 Hip Room53.0 in53.8 in
Row 1 Legroom42.2 in40.8 in
Row 2 Headroom37.2 in39.8 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room53.9 in56.9 in
Row 2 Hip Room52.1 in54.4 in
Row 2 Legroom37.6 in33.6 in
Row 3 Headroom0.0 in37.7 in
Row 3 Shoulder Room0.0 in51.1 in
Row 3 Hip Room0.0 in40.0 in
Row 3 Legroom0.0 in23.4 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum		15.1 ft310.7 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Behind R2		15.137.1 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum		15.167.6 ft3

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See a complete comparison of Chevrolet Malibu vs. Dodge Journey specs.

Option Package Details
Dodge Journey R/T

Convenience Group II
FeatureValueRequested?
Roof rack crossbars50No
Cargo cover75No
Bluetooth cell phone link100Yes
Interior air filter0No
Interior ambient lighting150Yes
Total Requested25067%
Total Not Requested12533%

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