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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: $31,965

Chevrolet Malibu 2LT   
Difference: $5,235

Lowest Total Invoice: $30,263

Chevrolet Malibu 2LT   
Difference: $3,977

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year201520152008
ModelMalibuMalibuExplorer Sport Trac
Trim2LTLTZLimited
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr SUT
Base Price $25,595 $28,320 $27,490
Base Invoice $24,443 $26,762 $25,606
Navigation system 495 495 1,995
Electronics and Entertainment Package 1,125 1,300  
Leather Package 1,250    
All-weather floor mats 140 140 75
Sunroof 1,000   850
2.0L I4 1,535 2,160  
4.6L V8     1,310
Adrenaline Package     2,995
Electronics Package     545
Unbranded 190W 7 speakers     510
Remote start     385
Satellite radio     195
Floor mats     65
Navigation system 436 436 1,696
Electronics and Entertainment Package 990 1,144  
Leather Package 1,100    
All-weather floor mats 123 123 47
Sunroof 880   723
2.0L I4 1,466 2,041  
4.6L V8     1,192
Adrenaline Package     2,756
Electronics Package     463
Unbranded 190W 7 speakers     433
Remote start     326
Satellite radio     166
Floor mats     47
Options (change) 5,545 4,095 8,925
Options (change) 4,995 3,744 7,849
Destination 825 825 785
Total Price $31,965 $33,240 $37,200
Total Invoice $30,263 $31,331 $34,240

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

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Chevrolet Malibu 2LT
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $6,275
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $4,962
Model Year201520152008
ModelMalibuMalibuExplorer Sport Trac
Trim2LTLTZLimited
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr SUT
Engine259hp I4259hp I4292hp V8
TransmissionT6T6A6
DrivetrainFWDFWDRWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)21/30 MPG21/30 MPG13/20 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 9?, 9190, 7
Tire (rear if not all the same)235/50-18245/40-19235/65-18
Total Price$31,965$33,240$37,200
Adjustments for Features-1,040-1,0900
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$30,925$32,150$37,200
Cost Above Minimum$0$1,225$0
Total Invoice$30,263$31,331$34,240
Adjustments for Features-985-1,0270
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$29,278$30,304$34,240
Cost Above Minimum$0$1,026$0

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Features Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Ford Explorer Sport Trac

Model Year201520152008
ModelMalibuMalibuExplorer Sport Trac
Trim2LTLTZLimited
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr SUT
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1100$1100 
6-speed automatic  $1000
FWD$0$0 
RWD  $0
Accessories 
AC power outlet$100$100 
Keyless entry keypad  $50
Power sliding rear window  $250
Remote app$25$25 
Tilt steering wheel, manual  $150
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual$250$250 
Universal garage door opener$100$100 
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Brake assist$50$50 
Full-size spare tire  $225
Knee airbag, driver$75$75 
Knee airbag, passenger$75$75 
Rear side airbags$300$300 
Rearview camera$200$200 
Temporary spare tire$150$150 
Vehicle health reports$0$0 
Cargo Management 
Cargo net$40$40 
Class II trailer hitch  $200
Overhead sunglass holder$25$25 
Storage compartment(s) in bed  $100
Trailering equipment (4 wire)  $125
Climate Control 
Interior air filter$0$0 
Rear air vents  $100
Rear defrost$200$200 
Exterior 
Bodyside moldings$75  
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) $25$25
Deep-tinted rear windows  $275
Laminated front side windows$200$200 
Running boards  $350
Infotainment 
4G LTE connectivity$0$0 
App support$0$0 
Bluetooth audio streaming$25$25 
CD changer, in-dash  $325
CD player$125$125 
Siri Eyes Free support$0$0 
Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation$225$225 
Wi-Fi hotspot$50$50 
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Heated mirrors$25$25 
Interior ambient lighting$150$150 
Mirror tilt-down in reverse$25$25 
Turn signals on or near mirrors$25$25 
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row$50$50 
Door sill trim plates $100 
Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat  $50
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat$150$150 
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat$150$150 
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat$100$100 
Power height adjuster, passenger seat$100$100 
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat  $100
Power recliner, passenger seat$100$100 
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat$100$100 
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Alloy wheels$350$350 
Polished alloy wheels  $350
Total Value of Features$4,715$4,765$3,675
Value of Feature Adjustments$1,040$1,090$0
Value of Feature Adjustments-985-1,0270

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Specifications Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Ford Explorer Sport Trac

Model Year20152008
ModelMalibuExplorer Sport Trac
Body4dr Sedan4dr SUT
Wheelbase107.8 in130.5 in
Length191.5 in210.2 in
Width73.0 in73.7 in
Height57.6 in72.5 in
Curb Weight3,635 lb.4,618 lb.
Fuel Capacity18.5 gal.22.5 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.0 in39.8 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room57.5 in59.0 in
Row 1 Hip Room55.0 in55.4 in
Row 1 Legroom42.1 in42.4 in
Row 2 Headroom37.5 in38.5 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room57.1 in58.9 in
Row 2 Hip Room54.3 in55.5 in
Row 2 Legroom36.8 in36.9 in
Cargo Volume16.3 ft30.0 ft3

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Option Package Details
Chevrolet Malibu 2LT

Electronics and Entertainment Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Cargo net40No
Bodyside moldings75No
Rearview camera200No
AC power outlet100No
Mirror tilt-down in reverse25No
Universal garage door opener100No
Pioneer, 9 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Total Requested15014%
Total Not Requested89086%
Leather Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Heated front seats200Yes
Power recliner, passenger seat100No
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat100No
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat150No
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat100No
Total Requested110071%
Total Not Requested45029%

Option Package Details
Chevrolet Malibu LTZ

Electronics and Entertainment Package
FeatureValueRequested?
245/40WR19 tires400No
Rearview camera200No
AC power outlet100No
Mirror tilt-down in reverse25No
Universal garage door opener100No
Pioneer, 9 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Total Requested00%
Total Not Requested1175100%

Option Package Details
Ford Explorer Sport Trac Limited

Navigation system
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
Voice control for nav and audio75Yes
Total Requested675100%
Total Not Requested00%
Unbranded, 190W, 7 speakers (with subwoofer)
FeatureValueRequested?
Unbranded, 190W, 7 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
CD changer, in-dash200No
Total Requested00%
Total Not Requested550100%
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%
Adrenaline Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Polished alloy wheels0No
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)25Yes
Running boards350No
Sport front fascia (optional)0No
Heated front seats200Yes
Power recliner, driver seat100Yes
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat50Yes
Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat50Yes
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Total Requested132579%
Total Not Requested35021%
Electronics Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Automatic climate control, front200Yes
Dual-zone climate control125Yes
Total Requested325100%
Total Not Requested00%

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