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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: $26,960 Chevrolet Malibu Maxx LTZ | |||
| Difference: $10,435 | |||
Lowest Total Invoice: $25,238 Chevrolet Malibu Maxx LTZ | |||
| Difference: $8,542 | |||
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| Model Year | 2007 | 2006 | 2006 |
| Model | Malibu | Explorer | Explorer |
| Trim | Maxx LTZ | Eddie Bauer | Limited |
| Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Base Price | $23,915 | $30,200 | $32,515 |
| Base Invoice | $22,600 | $27,518 | $29,578 |
| Sunroof | 800 | 850 | 850 |
| CD changer, in-dash | 300 | ||
| Entertainment system, console-mounted | 1,295 | ||
| Ultimate Convenience Group | 350 | 350 | |
| Luxury Package | 1,700 | ||
| 235/65R18 | 595 | ||
| 4.6L V8 | 1,200 | 1,200 | |
| Side curtain airbags | 560 | 560 | |
| Entertainment system, ceiling-mounted | 1,295 | 1,295 | |
| Synthetic suede inserts in leather seating surfaces | 0 | ||
| Sunroof | 664 | 723 | 723 |
| CD changer, in-dash | 249 | ||
| Entertainment system, console-mounted | 1,075 | ||
| Ultimate Convenience Group | 298 | 298 | |
| Luxury Package | 1,445 | ||
| 235/65R18 | 506 | ||
| 4.6L V8 | 1,068 | 1,068 | |
| Side curtain airbags | 476 | 476 | |
| Entertainment system, ceiling-mounted | 1,101 | 1,101 | |
| Synthetic suede inserts in leather seating surfaces | 0 | ||
| Options (change) | 2,395 | 6,550 | 4,255 |
| Options (change) | 1,988 | 5,617 | 3,666 |
| Destination | 650 | 645 | 645 |
| Total Price | $26,960 | $37,395 | $37,415 |
| Total Invoice | $25,238 | $33,780 | $33,889 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Ford Explorer
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Chevrolet Malibu Maxx LTZ | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $8,950 | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $7,201 | |||
| Model Year | 2007 | 2006 | 2006 |
| Model | Malibu | Explorer | Explorer |
| Trim | Maxx LTZ | Eddie Bauer | Limited |
| Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Engine | 217hp V6 | 292hp V8 | 292hp V8 |
| Transmission | T4 | A6 | A6 |
| Drivetrain | FWD | RWD | RWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | 22/32 MPG | 15/21 MPG | 15/21 MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | ?, 6 | 290, 7 | 290, 7 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 225/50-17 | 235/65-18 | 245/65-17 |
| Total Price | $26,960 | $37,395 | $37,415 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -1,485 | -1,485 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $26,960 | $35,910 | $35,930 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $0 | $20 |
| Total Invoice | $25,238 | $33,780 | $33,889 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -1,341 | -1,345 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $25,238 | $32,439 | $32,544 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $0 | $105 |
Features Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Ford Explorer
| Model Year | 2007 | 2006 | 2006 |
| Model | Malibu | Explorer | Explorer |
| Trim | Maxx LTZ | 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 | |
| Remote start | $150 | ||
| Tilt steering wheel, manual | $150 | $150 | |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | ||
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | |||
| 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 | ||
| Deep-tinted rear windows | $275 | $275 | |
| Glass roof panel(s) | $300 | ||
| Rear spoiler | $200 | ||
| Running boards | $350 | $350 | |
| Wheel-lip moldings | $75 | $75 | |
| Infotainment | |||
| Entertainment system, ceiling-mounted | $1000 | $1000 | |
| Entertainment system, console-mounted | $1000 | ||
| MP3-compatible player | $50 | $50 | |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | $200 | ||
| Seats and Interior Trim | |||
| Center armrest(s), second row | $50 | ||
| Folding passenger seat | $150 | ||
| 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 | |
| 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 | |
| Synthetic suede inserts in leather seating surfaces | $0 | $0 | |
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | |||
| All-terrain tires | $0 | ||
| White-letter tires | $0 | $0 | |
| Total Value of Features | $3,540 | $5,025 | $5,025 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $1,485 | $1,485 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | -1,341 | -1,345 |
Specifications Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Ford Explorer
| Model Year | 2007 | 2006 |
| 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 | 3,458 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% |
| Side curtain airbags | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Side curtain airbags | 350 | Yes |
| Rollover sensor | 50 | No |
| Total Requested | 350 | 88% |
| Total Not Requested | 50 | 12% |
| Ultimate Convenience Group | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Power-adjustable pedals | 125 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 225 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Luxury Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Automatic climate control, front | 200 | Yes |
| Audio controls on steering wheel | 125 | Yes |
| Heated mirrors | 25 | Yes |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| 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 | 750 | 43% |
| Total Not Requested | 975 | 57% |
| 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
| Side curtain airbags | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Side curtain airbags | 350 | Yes |
| Rollover sensor | 50 | No |
| Total Requested | 350 | 88% |
| Total Not Requested | 50 | 12% |
| Ultimate Convenience Group | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Power-adjustable pedals | 125 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 225 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| 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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