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Chevrolet Malibu vs. Ford Explorer Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Chevrolet Malibu vs. Ford Explorer Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $28,920

Chevrolet Malibu LTZ   
Difference: $11,355

Lowest Total Invoice: $27,231

Chevrolet Malibu LTZ   
Difference: $10,218

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20082012
ModelMalibuExplorer
TrimLTZLimited
Body4dr Sedan4dr SUV
Base Price $27,095 $37,855
Base Invoice $25,605 $35,268
Rear Power Package 250  
Power-adjustable pedals 125  
Sunroof 800  
Panoramic sunroof   1,595
Rear Power Package 208  
Power-adjustable pedals 104  
Sunroof 664  
Panoramic sunroof   1,356
Options (change) 1,175 1,595
Options (change) 976 1,356
Destination 650 825
Total Price $28,920 $40,275
Total Invoice $27,231 $37,449

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Ford Explorer

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Chevrolet Malibu LTZ
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $6,940
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $6,113
Model Year20082012
ModelMalibuExplorer
TrimLTZLimited
Body4dr Sedan4dr SUV
Engine252hp V6290hp V6
TransmissionT6T6
DrivetrainFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)17/26 MPG17/25 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)210, 8390, 12
Tire (rear if not all the same)225/50-18255/50-20
Total Price$28,920$40,275
Adjustments for Features0-4,415
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$28,920$35,860
Total Invoice$27,231$37,449
Adjustments for Features0-4,105
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$27,231$33,344

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Features Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Ford Explorer

Model Year20082012
ModelMalibuExplorer
TrimLTZLimited
Body4dr Sedan4dr SUV
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1100$1100
FWD$0$0
Accessories 
Keyless entry keypad $50
Proximity key $250
Sunshade, rear$125 
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
911 assist $25
Curve control $50
Obstacle detection, rear $250
Rearview camera $200
Rollover sensor $50
Safety key $5
Side curtain airbags$350 
Side curtain airbags, three rows $500
Trailer sway control $25
Vehicle health reports $0
Cargo Management 
Cargo mat$40 
Overhead sunglass holder $25
Roof rails $250
Climate Control 
Dual-zone climate control $125
Interior air filter $0
Rear air vents with manual controls $150
Rear HVAC unit $400
Rear wiper $175
Exterior 
Bodyside cladding (gray/black) $250
Deep-tinted rear windows $275
Laminated front side windows$200 
Panoramic sunroof $1200
Rear spoiler $200
Sunroof$900 
Wheel-lip moldings $75
Infotainment 
Bluetooth audio streaming $25
Bluetooth cell phone link $100
CD changer, in-dash$325 
CD player $125
HD radio $50
Navigation, turn-by-turn $25
SD Card slot $25
SMS text-to-speech reader $25
Surround sound $250
Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation$225 
Traffic + travel information $25
USB port $25
Voice control for audio system $25
Voice control for external devices $0
Wi-Fi hotspot capability $0
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror$75 
Compass$0 
Large color reconfigurable instrument cluster display $250
Power-folding mirrors $50
Spotter mirror(s) $50
Trip computer $150
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row $50
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat$50 
Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat $50
Manual recliner, second row seats $75
Memory system, driver seat $200
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat $100
Stowable third row seats $600
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Performance steering system (optional)$0 
Transmission 
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls$100 
Total Value of Features$3,490$7,905
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$4,415
Value of Feature Adjustments0-4,105

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

Specifications Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Ford Explorer

Model Year20082012
ModelMalibuExplorer
Body4dr Sedan4dr SUV
Wheelbase112.3 in112.6 in
Length191.8 in197.1 in
Width70.3 in78.9 in
Height57.1 in70.4 in
Curb Weight3,680 lb.4,557 lb.
Fuel Capacity16.0 gal.18.6 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.4 in40.6 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room55.9 in61.3 in
Row 1 Hip Room53.0 in57.3 in
Row 1 Legroom42.2 in40.6 in
Row 2 Headroom37.2 in40.5 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room53.9 in61.0 in
Row 2 Hip Room52.1 in56.7 in
Row 2 Legroom37.6 in39.8 in
Row 3 Headroom0.0 in37.8 in
Row 3 Shoulder Room0.0 in50.8 in
Row 3 Hip Room0.0 in40.7 in
Row 3 Legroom0.0 in33.2 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum		15.1 ft321.0 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Behind R2		15.143.8 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum		15.180.7 ft3

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

Option Package Details
Chevrolet Malibu LTZ

Rear Power Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Sunshade, rear125No
AC power outlet100Yes
Total Requested10044%
Total Not Requested12556%

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