Chevrolet Malibu Chevrolet Malibu 2011 Ford Escape Ford Escape 2016

We are 103,000+ car owners sharing real-world car information.

Join Us

Chevrolet Malibu vs. Ford Escape Price Comparison (MSRP)

The sticker prices, before adjusting for remaining feature differences. Usually these are the numbers you will see on the window stickers.

Models in short supply often sell at or even above these prices.

Chevrolet Malibu vs. Ford Escape Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $30,470

Chevrolet Malibu LTZ   
Difference: $2,620

Lowest Total Invoice: $28,806

Chevrolet Malibu LTZ   
Difference: $2,269

Calculate Payments

  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20112016
ModelMalibuEscape
TrimLTZTitanium
Body4dr Sedan4dr SUV
Base Price $27,165 $29,505
Base Invoice $25,806 $27,664
Temporary spare tire 100  
Sunroof 850  
3.6L V6 1,595  
2.0L I4   1,195
Panoramic sunroof   1,495
Temporary spare tire 88  
Sunroof 748  
3.6L V6 1,404  
2.0L I4   1,121
Panoramic sunroof   1,395
Options (change) 2,545 2,690
Options (change) 2,240 2,516
Destination 760 895
Total Price $30,470 $33,090
Total Invoice $28,806 $31,075

Return to top

While we strive for accuracy, the site is not error-free, and prices can change at any time.

Dealer Price Quotes

Want to find out how much dealers are willing to discount these cars?

Request free, no-obligation Chevrolet Malibu dealer quotes or Ford Escape dealer quotes from dealers using our car quote form.

The process is easy and takes just a minute or two. You'll receive price quotes from local approved dealers within 48 hours.

TrueDelta Value Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Ford Escape

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Ford Escape Titanium
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $1,245
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $1,361
Model Year20112016
ModelMalibuEscape
TrimLTZTitanium
Body4dr Sedan4dr SUV
Engine252hp V6240hp I4
TransmissionT6T6
DrivetrainFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)17/26 MPG22/30 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 8355, 10
Tire (rear if not all the same)225/50-18235/50-18
Total Price$30,470$33,090
Adjustments for Features0-3,865
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$30,470$29,225
Total Invoice$28,806$31,075
Adjustments for Features0-3,630
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$28,806$27,445

Return to top

Features Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Ford Escape

Model Year20112016
ModelMalibuEscape
TrimLTZTitanium
Body4dr Sedan4dr SUV
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1100$1100
FWD$0$0
Accessories 
Hands-free trunk or liftgate $100
Keyless entry keypad $50
Power liftgate $350
Proximity key $250
Sunshade, rear$125 
Universal garage door opener $100
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
911 assist $25
Curve control $50
Knee airbag, driver $75
Obstacle detection, rear $250
Rearview camera $200
Rollover sensor $50
Safety key $5
Torque vectoring, brake-based $100
Vehicle health reports $0
Cargo Management 
Cargo mat$40 
Overhead sunglass holder $25
Roof rails $250
Second-row under-floor storage $150
Climate Control 
Dual-zone climate control $125
Rear air vents $100
Rear wiper $175
Exterior 
Bodyside cladding (gray/black) $250
Deep-tinted rear windows $275
Panoramic sunroof $1200
Rear spoiler $200
Sunroof$900 
Wheel-lip moldings $75
Infotainment 
App support $0
Aux input$50 
Bluetooth audio streaming $25
HD radio $50
SMS text-to-speech reader $25
Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation$225 
Voice control for audio system $25
Voice control for external devices $0
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Interior ambient lighting$150 
Interior ambient lighting, configurable $150
Spotter mirror(s) $50
Trip computer $150
Turn signals on or near mirrors $25
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row $50
Door sill trim plates$100 
Manual recliner, second row seats $75
Memory system, driver seat $200
Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat $100
Power recliner, passenger seat $100
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Performance steering system (optional)$0 
Total Value of Features$2,690$6,555
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$3,865
Value of Feature Adjustments0-3,630

Return to top

Specifications Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Ford Escape

Model Year20112016
ModelMalibuEscape
Body4dr Sedan4dr SUV
Wheelbase112.3 in105.9 in
Length191.8 in178.1 in
Width70.3 in72.4 in
Height57.1 in66.3 in
Curb Weight3,645 lb.3,592 lb.
Fuel Capacity16.0 gal.15.1 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.4 in39.9 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room55.9 in56.0 in
Row 1 Hip Room53.0 in54.8 in
Row 1 Legroom42.2 in40.4 in
Row 2 Headroom37.2 in39.0 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room53.9 in55.3 in
Row 2 Hip Room52.1 in52.4 in
Row 2 Legroom37.6 in36.8 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum
15.1 ft334.3 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum
15.167.8 ft3

Return to top

Was this information useful?

We're glad we could help! Share this page:

We're so sorry! Tell us how we can improve it.

See TrueDelta's information for all Sedans
See TrueDelta's information for all Chevrolet models.