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Chevrolet Malibu vs. Ford Explorer 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.
Models in short supply often sell at or even above these prices.
Chevrolet Malibu vs. Ford Explorer Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $26,310 Chevrolet Malibu Maxx SS | |||
| Difference: $9,310 | |||
Lowest Total Invoice: $24,643 Chevrolet Malibu Maxx SS | |||
| Difference: $8,511 | |||
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| Model Year | 2006 | 2007 | 2007 |
| Model | Malibu | Explorer | Explorer |
| Trim | Maxx SS | Eddie Bauer | Limited |
| Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Base Price | $23,265 | $28,370 | $31,115 |
| Base Invoice | $21,986 | $26,790 | $29,361 |
| Satellite radio | 325 | 195 | 195 |
| Sunroof | 800 | 850 | 850 |
| CD changer, in-dash | 300 | ||
| Entertainment system, console-mounted | 995 | ||
| Ultimate Convenience Group | 350 | 350 | |
| Luxury Package | 1,450 | ||
| 235/65R18 | 695 | ||
| 4.6L V8 | 1,295 | 1,295 | |
| Remote start | 385 | 385 | |
| Entertainment system, ceiling-mounted | 1,295 | 1,295 | |
| Satellite radio | 293 | 166 | 166 |
| Sunroof | 664 | 723 | 723 |
| CD changer, in-dash | 249 | ||
| Entertainment system, console-mounted | 826 | ||
| Ultimate Convenience Group | 298 | 298 | |
| Luxury Package | 1,232 | ||
| 235/65R18 | 591 | ||
| 4.6L V8 | 1,192 | 1,192 | |
| Remote start | 326 | 326 | |
| Entertainment system, ceiling-mounted | 1,101 | 1,101 | |
| Options (change) | 2,420 | 6,515 | 4,370 |
| Options (change) | 2,032 | 5,629 | 3,806 |
| Destination | 625 | 735 | 735 |
| Total Price | $26,310 | $35,620 | $36,220 |
| Total Invoice | $24,643 | $33,154 | $33,902 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Ford Explorer
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Chevrolet Malibu Maxx SS | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $6,410 | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $5,812 | |||
| Model Year | 2006 | 2007 | 2007 |
| Model | Malibu | Explorer | Explorer |
| Trim | Maxx SS | Eddie Bauer | Limited |
| Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Engine | 240hp V6 | 292hp V8 | 292hp V8 |
| Transmission | T4 | A6 | A6 |
| Drivetrain | FWD | RWD | RWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | 19/26 MPG | 15/21 MPG | 15/21 MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | ?, 6 | 290, 7 | 290, 7 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 225/50-18 | 235/65-18 | 235/65-18 |
| Total Price | $26,310 | $35,620 | $36,220 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -2,900 | -3,150 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $26,310 | $32,720 | $33,070 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $0 | $350 |
| Total Invoice | $24,643 | $33,154 | $33,902 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -2,699 | -2,948 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $24,643 | $30,455 | $30,954 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $0 | $499 |
Features Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Ford Explorer
| Model Year | 2006 | 2007 | 2007 |
| Model | Malibu | Explorer | Explorer |
| Trim | Maxx SS | Eddie Bauer | Limited |
| Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | |||
| 4-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $900 | ||
| 6-speed automatic | $1000 | $1000 | |
| FWD | $0 | ||
| RWD | $0 | $0 | |
| Accessories | |||
| Keyless entry keypad | $50 | $50 | |
| Tilt steering wheel, manual | $150 | $150 | |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | ||
| Universal garage door opener | $100 | $100 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | |||
| Obstacle detection, rear | $250 | ||
| Rollover sensor | $50 | $50 | |
| Stability control | $400 | $400 | |
| Tire-pressure monitor | $75 | $75 | |
| Cargo Management | |||
| Cargo net | $40 | ||
| Cargo shelf, height-adjustable | $100 | ||
| Class II trailer hitch | $200 | $200 | |
| Roof rails | $250 | $250 | |
| Trailering equipment (4 wire) | $125 | $125 | |
| Climate Control | |||
| Dual-zone climate control | $125 | $125 | |
| Rear air vents | $100 | $100 | |
| Exterior | |||
| Body kit | $0 | ||
| Bodyside moldings | $75 | ||
| Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) | $25 | ||
| Deep-tinted rear windows | $275 | $275 | |
| Glass roof panel(s) | $300 | ||
| Rear spoiler | $200 | ||
| Running boards | $350 | $350 | |
| Wheel-lip moldings | $75 | $75 | |
| Infotainment | |||
| Aux input | $50 | $50 | |
| Entertainment system, ceiling-mounted | $1000 | $1000 | |
| Entertainment system, console-mounted | $1000 | ||
| MP3-compatible player | $50 | $50 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | |||
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | $150 | $150 | |
| Compass | $0 | $0 | |
| Heated mirrors | $25 | $25 | |
| Illuminated visor mirror, passenger | $50 | $50 | |
| Visor mirror, passenger | $10 | ||
| Seats and Interior Trim | |||
| Center armrest(s), second row | $50 | ||
| Heated front seats | $200 | $200 | |
| Leather seating surfaces | $900 | $900 | |
| Manual fore-aft adjuster, second row seats | $75 | ||
| Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $50 | ||
| Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | |
| Manual recliner, second row seats | $75 | ||
| Memory system, driver seat | $200 | $200 | |
| Partial leather seating sufaces | $450 | ||
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | |
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | |
| Power recliner, driver seat | $100 | $100 | |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | |
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | |||
| Performance steering system (optional) | $0 | ||
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | ||
| White-letter tires | $0 | $0 | |
| Total Value of Features | $3,600 | $6,500 | $6,750 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $2,900 | $3,150 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | -2,699 | -2,948 |
Specifications Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Ford Explorer
| Model Year | 2006 | 2007 |
| Model | Malibu | Explorer |
| Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr SUV |
| Wheelbase | 112.3 in | 113.7 in |
| Length | 187.8 in | 193.4 in |
| Width | 69.8 in | 73.7 in |
| Height | 58.1 in | 72.8 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,476 lb. | 4,531 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 16.3 gal. | 22.5 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 39.4 in | 39.8 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 56.7 in | 59.0 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 53.5 in | 55.4 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 41.9 in | 42.4 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 39.4 in | 38.7 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 55.5 in | 58.9 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 52.4 in | 55.5 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 41.0 in | 36.9 in |
| Row 3 Headroom | 0.0 in | 37.4 in |
| Row 3 Shoulder Room | 0.0 in | 53.1 in |
| Row 3 Hip Room | 0.0 in | 45.3 in |
| Row 3 Legroom | 0.0 in | 34.9 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 22.8 ft3 | 13.6 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 22.8 | 43.9 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 41.0 ft3 | 83.7 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer
| 235/65R18 tires | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| 235/65R18 tires | 400 | No |
| Polished alloy wheels | 350 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 350 | 47% |
| Total Not Requested | 400 | 53% |
| Ultimate Convenience Group | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | No |
| Power-adjustable pedals | 125 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 125 | 56% |
| Total Not Requested | 100 | 44% |
| Luxury Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Automatic climate control, front | 200 | Yes |
| Audio controls on steering wheel | 125 | Yes |
| Heated mirrors | 25 | No |
| Heated front seats | 200 | No |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | No |
| Dual-zone climate control | 125 | No |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| CD changer, in-dash | 200 | Yes |
| Unbranded, 290W, 7 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Total Requested | 525 | 30% |
| Total Not Requested | 1200 | 70% |
| 4.6L V8 OHC-3v 292 hp@5750 300 lb-ft@3950 | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| 4.6L V8 OHC-3v 292 hp@5750 300 lb-ft@3950 | 1000 | Yes |
| 6-speed automatic | 0 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1000 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
Option Package Details
Ford Explorer Limited
| Ultimate Convenience Group | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | No |
| Power-adjustable pedals | 125 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 125 | 56% |
| Total Not Requested | 100 | 44% |
| 4.6L V8 OHC-3v 292 hp@5750 300 lb-ft@3950 | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| 4.6L V8 OHC-3v 292 hp@5750 300 lb-ft@3950 | 1000 | Yes |
| 6-speed automatic | 0 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1000 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
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