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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: $30,525 Chevrolet Malibu Eco | |||
| Difference: $17,670 | |||
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| Model Year | 2013 | 2021 | 2021 |
| Model | Malibu | Explorer | Explorer |
| Trim | Eco | Limited | Platinum |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Base Price | $24,985 | $45,255 | $52,730 |
| Navigation system | 1,120 | ||
| Premium Audio Package | 1,610 | ||
| Leather Package | 1,000 | ||
| Sunroof | 1,000 | ||
| 10-speed shiftable automatic | 0 | ||
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,695 | ||
| Navigation system | 986 | ||
| Premium Audio Package | 1,538 | ||
| Leather Package | 880 | ||
| Sunroof | 880 | ||
| 10-speed shiftable automatic | 0 | ||
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,610 | ||
| Options (change) | 4,730 | 1,695 | 0 |
| Options (change) | 4,284 | 1,610 | 0 |
| Destination | 810 | 1,245 | 1,245 |
| Total Price | $30,525 | $48,195 | $53,975 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Ford Explorer
| Lowest Adjusted Price: Chevrolet Malibu Eco | |||
| Lowest Adjusted Invoice: Ford Explorer Platinum | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $10,825 | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $27,992 | |||
| Model Year | 2013 | 2021 | 2021 |
| Model | Malibu | Explorer | Explorer |
| Trim | Eco | Limited | Platinum |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Engine | 182hp I4 H | 300hp I4 | 365hp V6 |
| Transmission | T6 | T10 | T10 |
| Drivetrain | FWD | RWD | RWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | 25/37 MPG | 27/29 MPG | 27/29 MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | ?, 9 | 390, 12 | 500, 12 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 225/55-17 | 255/55-20 | 275/45-21 |
| Total Price | $30,525 | $48,195 | $53,975 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -6,845 | -12,285 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $30,525 | $41,350 | $41,690 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $0 | $340 |
Features Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Ford Explorer
| Model Year | 2013 | 2021 | 2021 |
| Model | Malibu | Explorer | Explorer |
| Trim | Eco | Limited | Platinum |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | |||
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | ||
| 10-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1500 | $1500 | |
| FWD | $0 | ||
| RWD | $0 | $0 | |
| Accessories | |||
| AC power outlet | $100 | $100 | |
| Active noise reduction | $0 | ||
| Adaptive cruise control | $600 | ||
| Cruise control | $150 | $150 | |
| Hands-free trunk or liftgate | $100 | $100 | |
| Heated steering wheel | $100 | $100 | |
| Keyless entry keypad | $50 | $50 | |
| Power liftgate | $350 | $350 | |
| Power-adjustable pedals | $125 | ||
| Proximity key | $250 | $250 | |
| Remote app | $25 | $25 | |
| Remote climate control | $25 | $25 | |
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | $15 | |
| Semi-automated parking system | $500 | ||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | ||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | $350 | $350 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | |||
| 911 assist | $25 | $25 | |
| Blind spot warning system | $200 | ||
| Cross-traffic warning, rear | $100 | ||
| Curve control | $50 | $50 | |
| Forward collision warning | $200 | ||
| Hill descent control | $250 | ||
| Inflatable rear seat belts | $200 | ||
| Knee airbag, driver | $75 | ||
| Lane departure prevention, steering-based | $200 | ||
| Lane departure warning | $200 | ||
| Obstacle detection, front | $150 | $150 | |
| Obstacle detection, rear | $250 | $250 | |
| Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system | $0 | ||
| Rear side airbags | $300 | ||
| Safety key | $5 | $5 | |
| Side curtain airbags | $350 | ||
| Side curtain airbags, three rows | $500 | $500 | |
| Temporary spare tire | $150 | $150 | |
| Terrain selector | $200 | ||
| Trailer sway control | $25 | $25 | |
| Vehicle health reports | $0 | $0 | |
| Wide-view front camera | $150 | $150 | |
| Cargo Management | |||
| Cargo net | $40 | ||
| Class III trailer hitch | $250 | ||
| Roof rails | $250 | $250 | |
| Trailering equipment (7 wire) | $150 | ||
| Climate Control | |||
| Rain-sensing wipers | $175 | ||
| Rear air vents with manual controls | $150 | $150 | |
| Rear HVAC unit | $400 | $400 | |
| Rear wiper | $175 | $175 | |
| Variable intermittent wipers | $75 | $75 | |
| Engine / Motor | |||
| Automatic start / stop | $150 | ||
| Exterior | |||
| Active grille shutters | $0 | ||
| Bodyside cladding (gray/black) | $250 | $250 | |
| Bodyside moldings | $75 | ||
| Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) | $25 | $25 | |
| Deep-tinted rear windows | $275 | $275 | |
| Laminated front side windows | $200 | ||
| Panoramic sunroof | $1200 | $1200 | |
| Rear bumper protector | $40 | $40 | |
| Rear spoiler | $200 | $200 | |
| Sunroof | $900 | ||
| Tow hook(s), front | $40 | ||
| Wheel-lip moldings | $75 | $75 | |
| Infotainment | |||
| 4G LTE connectivity | $0 | $0 | |
| Android Auto support | $100 | $100 | |
| Apple CarPlay support | $100 | $100 | |
| HD radio | $50 | $50 | |
| SMS text-to-speech reader | $25 | $25 | |
| Surround sound | $250 | $250 | |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation | $225 | ||
| Traffic + travel information | $25 | $25 | |
| Wi-Fi hotspot | $50 | $50 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | |||
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | $75 | ||
| Auto-dimming headlights | $200 | ||
| Large color reconfigurable instrument cluster display | $250 | $250 | |
| Large energy flow and fuel economy display | $25 | ||
| LED headlights, single projector or low beam only | $750 | $750 | |
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | $25 | ||
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | $50 | |
| Spotter mirror(s) | $50 | ||
| Turn signals on or near mirrors | $25 | $25 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | |||
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | $300 | $300 | |
| Door sill trim plates | $100 | ||
| Heated second row seats | $200 | $200 | |
| Illuminated door sill trim plates | $200 | ||
| Leather door panel trim | $250 | ||
| Leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | $150 | |
| Manual recliner, second row seats | $75 | $75 | |
| Massage, driver seat | $100 | ||
| Massage, passenger seat | $100 | ||
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $150 | $150 | |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $150 | $150 | |
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $100 | ||
| Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | ||
| Power-stowing third row seats | $1000 | $1000 | |
| Tailgating position, third row seats | $50 | $50 | |
| Upholstered instrument panel, leather | $1000 | ||
| Wood trim | $300 | ||
| Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | ||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | |||
| Alloy wheels | $350 | $350 | |
| Machined alloy wheels | $350 | ||
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | ||
| Transmission | |||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | ||
| Total Value of Features | $4,740 | $11,585 | $17,025 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $6,845 | $12,285 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | -405 | -283 |
Specifications Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Ford Explorer
| Model Year | 2013 | 2021 |
| Model | Malibu | Explorer |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV |
| Wheelbase | 107.8 in | 119.1 in |
| Length | 191.5 in | 198.8 in |
| Width | 73.0 in | 78.9 in |
| Height | 57.6 in | 69.9 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,589 lb. | 4,969 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 18.5 gal. | 17.9 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 39.0 in | 40.7 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 57.5 in | 61.8 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 55.0 in | 59.2 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 42.1 in | 42.3 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 37.5 in | 40.5 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 57.1 in | 61.9 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 54.3 in | 59.1 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 36.8 in | 39.0 in |
| Row 3 Headroom | 0.0 in | 38.9 in |
| Row 3 Shoulder Room | 0.0 in | 54.6 in |
| Row 3 Hip Room | 0.0 in | 40.9 in |
| Row 3 Legroom | 0.0 in | 32.2 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 16.3 ft3 | 18.2 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 16.3 | 47.9 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 16.3 | 87.8 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Chevrolet Malibu Eco
| Premium Audio Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Fog lights | 125 | Yes |
| Leather-wrapped steering wheel | 150 | Yes |
| Pioneer, 9 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Rearview camera | 200 | Yes |
| Cargo net | 40 | No |
| Bodyside moldings | 75 | Yes |
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | 25 | No |
| 225/55HR17 tires | 400 | No |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power tilt adjuster, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power recliner, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | 150 | Yes |
| Remote start | 150 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1400 | 63% |
| Total Not Requested | 815 | 37% |
| Leather Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 150 | Yes |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1550 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
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