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Chevrolet Malibu vs. Ford Explorer Sport Trac Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Chevrolet Malibu vs. Ford Explorer Sport Trac Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $25,115

Chevrolet Malibu LTZ   
Difference: $12,655

Lowest Total Invoice: $23,605

Chevrolet Malibu LTZ   
Difference: $11,391

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20062010
ModelMalibuExplorer Sport Trac
TrimLTZLimited
Body4dr Sedan4dr SUT
Base Price $23,065 $33,065
Base Invoice $21,797 $30,804
CD changer, in-dash 300  
Satellite radio 325  
Sunroof 800 850
Package 201A   1,335
4.6L V8   1,310
Remote start   395
CD changer, in-dash 249  
Satellite radio 270  
Sunroof 664 723
Package 201A   1,135
4.6L V8   1,192
Remote start   327
Options (change) 1,425 3,890
Options (change) 1,183 3,377
Destination 625 815
Total Price $25,115 $37,770
Total Invoice $23,605 $34,996

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Ford Explorer Sport Trac

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Chevrolet Malibu LTZ
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $9,365
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $8,343
Model Year20062010
ModelMalibuExplorer Sport Trac
TrimLTZLimited
Body4dr Sedan4dr SUT
Engine201hp V6292hp V8
TransmissionT4A6
DrivetrainFWDRWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)22/32 MPG13/20 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 6190, 7
Tire (rear if not all the same)225/50-17235/65-18
Total Price$25,115$37,770
Adjustments for Features0-3,290
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$25,115$34,480
Total Invoice$23,605$34,996
Adjustments for Features0-3,048
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$23,605$31,948

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Features Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Ford Explorer Sport Trac

Model Year20062010
ModelMalibuExplorer Sport Trac
TrimLTZLimited
Body4dr Sedan4dr SUT
Transmission and Drivetrain 
4-speed manually-shiftable automatic$900 
6-speed automatic $1000
FWD$0 
RWD $0
Accessories 
Keyless entry keypad $50
Power sliding rear window $250
Tilt steering wheel, manual $150
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual$250 
Universal garage door opener$100 
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
911 assist $25
Obstacle detection, rear $250
Rollover sensor $50
Safety key $5
Stability control $400
Tire-pressure monitor $75
Trailer sway control $25
Vehicle health reports $0
Cargo Management 
Cargo net$40 
Class IV trailer hitch $300
Rigid bed cover $700
Roof rack $300
Storage compartment(s) in bed $100
Trailering equipment (7 wire) $150
Climate Control 
Dual-zone climate control $125
Rear air vents $100
Rear defrost$200 
Exterior 
Bodyside moldings$75 
Deep-tinted rear windows $275
Rear spoiler$200 
Tubular side steps, bright finish $500
Wheel-lip moldings $75
Infotainment 
Aux input $50
Bluetooth audio streaming $25
Bluetooth cell phone link $100
MP3-compatible player $50
SMS text-to-speech reader $25
Telematics service, such as OnStar$200 
Traffic + travel information $25
Voice control for audio system $25
Voice control for external devices $0
Seats and Interior Trim 
Folding passenger seat$150 
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat$50 
Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat $50
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat $100
Power recliner, driver seat $100
Synthetic suede inserts in leather seating surfaces$0 
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
White-letter tires $0
Total Value of Features$2,165$5,455
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$3,290
Value of Feature Adjustments0-3,048

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See a complete comparison of Chevrolet Malibu vs. Ford Explorer Sport Trac features.

Specifications Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Ford Explorer Sport Trac

Model Year20062010
ModelMalibuExplorer Sport Trac
Body4dr Sedan4dr SUT
Wheelbase106.3 in130.5 in
Length188.3 in210.2 in
Width69.9 in73.7 in
Height57.5 in72.5 in
Curb Weight3,297 lb.4,618 lb.
Fuel Capacity16.3 gal.22.5 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.6 in39.8 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room56.7 in59.0 in
Row 1 Hip Room53.2 in55.4 in
Row 1 Legroom41.9 in42.4 in
Row 2 Headroom37.6 in38.5 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room56.1 in58.9 in
Row 2 Hip Room52.4 in55.5 in
Row 2 Legroom38.5 in36.9 in
Cargo Volume15.4 ft30.0 ft3

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See a complete comparison of Chevrolet Malibu vs. Ford Explorer Sport Trac specs.

Option Package Details
Ford Explorer Sport Trac Limited

Package 201A
FeatureValueRequested?
Automatic climate control, front200Yes
Trip computer150Yes
Roof rack crossbars50No
Obstacle detection, rear250No
Power-adjustable pedals125Yes
Dual-zone climate control125No
Trailering equipment (7 wire)25No
Class IV trailer hitch100No
Total Requested47546%
Total Not Requested55054%
4.6L V8
OHC-3v
292 hp@5750
300 lb-ft@3950
FeatureValueRequested?
4.6L V8
OHC-3v
292 hp@5750
300 lb-ft@3950		1000Yes
6-speed automatic0Yes
Total Requested1000100%
Total Not Requested00%

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