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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: $34,260

Chevrolet Malibu Premier   
Difference: $2,940

Lowest Total Invoice: $32,804

Chevrolet Malibu Premier   
Difference: $1,436

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20182008
ModelMalibuExplorer Sport Trac
TrimPremierLimited
Body4dr Sedan4dr SUT
Base Price $30,975 $27,490
Base Invoice $29,736 $25,606
Sun and Wheels Package 2,270  
All-weather floor mats 140 75
4.6L V8   1,310
Adrenaline Package   2,995
Electronics Package   545
Navigation system   1,995
Unbranded 190W 7 speakers   510
Sunroof   850
Remote start   385
Satellite radio   195
Floor mats   65
Sun and Wheels Package 2,066  
All-weather floor mats 127 47
4.6L V8   1,192
Adrenaline Package   2,756
Electronics Package   463
Navigation system   1,696
Unbranded 190W 7 speakers   433
Sunroof   723
Remote start   326
Satellite radio   166
Floor mats   47
Options (change) 2,410 8,925
Options (change) 2,193 7,849
Destination 875 785
Total Price $34,260 $37,200
Total Invoice $32,804 $34,240

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

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Chevrolet Malibu Premier
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $5,160
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $3,562
Model Year20182008
ModelMalibuExplorer Sport Trac
TrimPremierLimited
Body4dr Sedan4dr SUT
Engine250hp I4292hp V8
TransmissionT9A6
DrivetrainFWDRWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)22/32 MPG13/20 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 9190, 7
Tire (rear if not all the same)245/40-19235/65-18
Total Price$34,260$37,200
Adjustments for Features-2,2200
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$32,040$37,200
Total Invoice$32,804$34,240
Adjustments for Features-2,1260
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$30,678$34,240

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Features Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Ford Explorer Sport Trac

Model Year20182008
ModelMalibuExplorer Sport Trac
TrimPremierLimited
Body4dr Sedan4dr SUT
Transmission and Drivetrain 
9-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1400 
6-speed automatic $1000
FWD$0 
RWD $0
Accessories 
AC power outlet$100 
Heated steering wheel$100 
Keyless entry keypad $50
Power sliding rear window $250
Proximity key$250 
Remote app$25 
Tilt steering wheel, manual $150
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual$250 
Universal garage door opener$100 
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Brake assist$50 
Full-size spare tire $225
Knee airbag, driver$75 
Knee airbag, passenger$75 
Rear side airbags$300 
Rearview camera$200 
Safety key$5 
Vehicle health reports$0 
Cargo Management 
Cargo mat$40 
Class II trailer hitch $200
Storage compartment(s) in bed $100
Trailering equipment (4 wire) $125
Climate Control 
Interior air filter$0 
Rear defrost$200 
Exterior 
Deep-tinted rear windows $275
Laminated front side windows$200 
Panoramic sunroof$1200 
Running boards $350
Sunroof $900
Infotainment 
4G LTE connectivity$0 
Android Auto support$100 
App support$0 
Apple CarPlay support$100 
Bluetooth audio streaming$25 
CD changer, in-dash $325
MP3-compatible player $50
Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation$225 
Wi-Fi hotspot$50 
Wireless charging station$75 
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Fog lights $125
Heated mirrors$25 
Interior ambient lighting$150 
Turn signals on or near mirrors$25 
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row$50 
Cooled or ventilated front seats$300 
Door sill trim plates$100 
Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat $50
Memory system, driver seat$200 
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat$100 
Power height adjuster, passenger seat$100 
Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat$100 
Power recliner, passenger seat$100 
Upgraded floor mats$0 
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Alloy wheels$350 
Polished alloy wheels $350
Total Value of Features$6,745$4,525
Value of Feature Adjustments$2,220$0
Value of Feature Adjustments-2,1260

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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 Year20182008
ModelMalibuExplorer Sport Trac
Body4dr Sedan4dr SUT
Wheelbase111.4 in130.5 in
Length193.8 in210.2 in
Width73.0 in73.7 in
Height57.7 in72.5 in
Curb Weight3,388 lb.4,618 lb.
Fuel Capacity15.8 gal.22.5 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.1 in39.8 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room58.5 in59.0 in
Row 1 Hip Room54.1 in55.4 in
Row 1 Legroom42.0 in42.4 in
Row 2 Headroom37.5 in38.5 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room57.1 in58.9 in
Row 2 Hip Room53.4 in55.5 in
Row 2 Legroom38.1 in36.9 in
Cargo Volume15.8 ft30.0 ft3

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

Option Package Details
Chevrolet Malibu Premier

Sun and Wheels Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Universal garage door opener100No
Panoramic sunroof1200No
245/40R19 tires400No
Upgraded floor mats0No
Total Requested00%
Total Not Requested1700100%

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
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Heated front seats200Yes
Power recliner, driver seat100Yes
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat50Yes
Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat50Yes
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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