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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: $30,885

Dodge Journey Crew   
Difference: $150

Lowest Total Invoice: $29,365

Chevrolet Malibu LTZ   
Difference: $34

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year201220112011
ModelMalibuJourneyJourney
TrimLTZCrewLux
Body4dr Sedan4dr SUV4dr SUV
Base Price $28,600 $28,445 $31,945
Base Invoice $27,027 $27,144 $30,364
Engine-block heater 75 95 95
3.6L V6 1,600    
Leather seating surfaces   750  
Sunroof   845 845
Engine-block heater 66 85 85
3.6L V6 1,512    
Leather seating surfaces   668  
Sunroof   752 752
Options (change) 1,675 1,690 940
Options (change) 1,578 1,505 837
Destination 760 750 750
Total Price $31,035 $30,885 $33,635
Total Invoice $29,365 $29,399 $31,951

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Dodge Journey

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Dodge Journey Crew
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $1,550
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $1,299
Model Year201220112011
ModelMalibuJourneyJourney
TrimLTZCrewLux
Body4dr Sedan4dr SUV4dr SUV
Engine252hp V6283hp V6283hp V6
TransmissionT6T6T6
DrivetrainFWDFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)17/26 MPG17/25 MPG17/25 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 8368, 7368, 7
Tire (rear if not all the same)225/50-18225/55-19225/55-19
Total Price$31,035$30,885$33,635
Adjustments for Features0-1,400-2,000
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$31,035$29,485$31,635
Cost Above Minimum$0$0$2,150
Total Invoice$29,365$29,399$31,951
Adjustments for Features0-1,333-1,900
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$29,365$28,066$30,051
Cost Above Minimum$0$0$1,985

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Features Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Dodge Journey

Model Year201220112011
ModelMalibuJourneyJourney
TrimLTZCrewLux
Body4dr Sedan4dr SUV4dr SUV
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1100$1100$1100
FWD$0$0$0
Accessories 
Proximity key $250$250
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats $0$0
Knee airbag, driver $75$75
Obstacle detection, rear  $250
Rearview camera  $200
Rollover sensor $50$50
Trailer sway control $25$25
Cargo Management 
Air-conditioned storage compartment $50$50
Cargo cover $75$75
Cargo mat$40  
Cargo net $40$40
Overhead sunglass holder $25$25
Roof rails $250$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
Rear wiper $175$175
Exterior 
Bodyside moldings$75  
Deep-tinted rear windows $275$275
Laminated front side windows$200  
Rear spoiler $200$200
Infotainment 
Bluetooth audio streaming $25$25
Satellite radio$200  
Satellite radio - one year subscription $250$250
SD Card slot $25$25
Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation$225  
Voice control for external devices $0$0
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Conversation mirror $25$25
Interior ambient lighting$150  
Trip computer $150$150
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row $50$50
Door sill trim plates$100  
Folding passenger seat $150$150
Manual fore-aft adjuster, second row seats $75$75
Manual recliner, second row seats $75$75
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat $150$150
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  
Stain-resistant fabric $100 
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Alloy wheels$350$350 
Chrome-clad alloy wheels  $600
Performance steering system (optional)$0  
Touring suspension (upgrade) $0$0
Total Value of Features$2,940$4,340$4,940
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$1,400$2,000
Value of Feature Adjustments0-1,333-1,900

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

Specifications Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Dodge Journey

Model Year20122011
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.3,884 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 in39.9 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 in43.5 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		15.137.0 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 Crew

Leather seating surfaces
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Heated front seats200Yes
Total Requested1100100%
Total Not Requested00%

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