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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: $36,905 Chevrolet Malibu Premier | ||
| Difference: $17,495 | ||
Lowest Total Invoice: $35,210 Chevrolet Malibu Premier | ||
| Difference: $16,783 | ||
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| Model Year | 2017 | 2017 |
| Model | Malibu | Explorer |
| Trim | Premier | Platinum |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV |
| Base Price | $30,975 | $53,235 |
| Base Invoice | $29,736 | $50,839 |
| Driver Confidence Package | 1,195 | |
| Sun and Wheels Package | 2,270 | |
| Driver Confidence Package II | 995 | |
| Illuminated door sill trim plates | 395 | |
| Cargo net | 60 | |
| All-weather floor mats | 140 | 120 |
| Cargo mat | 100 | |
| Driver Confidence Package | 1,087 | |
| Sun and Wheels Package | 2,066 | |
| Driver Confidence Package II | 905 | |
| Illuminated door sill trim plates | 359 | |
| Cargo net | 55 | |
| All-weather floor mats | 127 | 114 |
| Cargo mat | 95 | |
| Options (change) | 5,055 | 220 |
| Options (change) | 4,599 | 209 |
| Destination | 875 | 945 |
| Total Price | $36,905 | $54,400 |
| Total Invoice | $35,210 | $51,993 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Ford Explorer
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Chevrolet Malibu Premier | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $8,465 | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $8,153 | ||
| Model Year | 2017 | 2017 |
| Model | Malibu | Explorer |
| Trim | Premier | Platinum |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV |
| Engine | 250hp I4 | 365hp V6 |
| Transmission | T9 | T6 |
| Drivetrain | FWD | AWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | 22/33 MPG | 16/22 MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | ?, 9 | 500, 12 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 245/40-19 | 255/50-20 |
| Total Price | $36,905 | $54,400 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -9,030 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $36,905 | $45,370 |
| Total Invoice | $35,210 | $51,993 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -8,630 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $35,210 | $43,363 |
Features Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Ford Explorer
| Model Year | 2017 | 2017 |
| Model | Malibu | Explorer |
| Trim | Premier | Platinum |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||
| 9-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1400 | |
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | |
| FWD | $0 | |
| AWD | $1700 | |
| Accessories | ||
| Active noise reduction | $0 | |
| Adaptive cruise control | $600 | |
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | $850 | |
| Hands-free trunk or liftgate | $100 | |
| Keyless entry keypad | $50 | |
| Power liftgate | $350 | |
| Power-adjustable pedals | $125 | |
| Remote app | $25 | |
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | $350 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||
| 911 assist | $25 | |
| Automatic braking, high-speed or partial | $200 | |
| Automatic braking, low-speed | $200 | |
| Curve control | $50 | |
| Following distance indicator | $25 | |
| Hill descent control | $250 | |
| Inflatable rear seat belts | $200 | |
| Knee airbag, driver | $75 | |
| Pedestrian detection | $50 | |
| Rear side airbags | $300 | |
| Side curtain airbags | $350 | |
| Side curtain airbags, three rows | $500 | |
| Temporary spare tire | $150 | |
| Terrain selector | $200 | |
| Trailer sway control | $25 | |
| Wide-view front camera | $150 | |
| Cargo Management | ||
| Class III trailer hitch | $250 | |
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | |
| Roof rails | $250 | |
| Trailering equipment (7 wire) | $150 | |
| Climate Control | ||
| Rain-sensing wipers | $175 | |
| Rear air vents | $100 | |
| Rear air vents with manual controls | $150 | |
| Rear HVAC unit | $400 | |
| Rear wiper | $175 | |
| Variable intermittent wipers | $75 | |
| Exterior | ||
| Bodyside cladding (gray/black) | $250 | |
| Deep-tinted rear windows | $275 | |
| Laminated front side windows | $200 | |
| Rear spoiler | $200 | |
| Tow hook(s), front | $40 | |
| Wheel-lip moldings | $75 | |
| Infotainment | ||
| 4G LTE connectivity | $0 | |
| CD player | $125 | |
| HD radio | $50 | |
| MP3-compatible player | $50 | |
| Surround sound | $250 | |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation | $225 | |
| Traffic + travel information | $25 | |
| Wi-Fi hotspot | $50 | |
| Wireless charging station | $75 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | $75 | |
| Fog lights | $125 | |
| Large color reconfigurable instrument cluster display | $250 | |
| LED headlights, single projector or low beam only | $750 | |
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||
| Heated second row seats | $200 | |
| Leather door panel trim | $250 | |
| Leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | |
| Manual recliner, second row seats | $75 | |
| Massage, driver seat | $100 | |
| Massage, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $150 | |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $150 | |
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $100 | |
| Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Power-stowing third row seats | $1000 | |
| Tailgating position, third row seats | $50 | |
| Upgraded floor mats | $0 | |
| Upholstered instrument panel, leather | $1000 | |
| Wood trim | $300 | |
| Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | |
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||
| Alloy wheels | $350 | |
| Machined alloy wheels | $350 | |
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | |
| Transmission | ||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | |
| Total Value of Features | $5,150 | $14,180 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $9,030 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | -8,630 |
Specifications Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Ford Explorer
| Model Year | 2017 | 2017 |
| Model | Malibu | Explorer |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV |
| Wheelbase | 111.4 in | 112.6 in |
| Length | 193.8 in | 198.3 in |
| Width | 73.0 in | 78.9 in |
| Height | 57.7 in | 70.0 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,388 lb. | 4,890 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 13.0 gal. | 18.6 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 39.1 in | 41.4 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 58.5 in | 61.5 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 54.1 in | 57.3 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 42.0 in | 40.6 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 37.5 in | 40.6 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 57.1 in | 61.0 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 53.4 in | 56.8 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 38.1 in | 39.5 in |
| Row 3 Headroom | 0.0 in | 37.8 in |
| Row 3 Shoulder Room | 0.0 in | 50.8 in |
| Row 3 Hip Room | 0.0 in | 40.7 in |
| Row 3 Legroom | 0.0 in | 33.3 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 15.8 ft3 | 21.0 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 15.8 | 43.9 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 15.8 | 81.7 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Chevrolet Malibu Premier
| Driver Confidence Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Obstacle detection, front | 150 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming headlights | 200 | Yes |
| Lane departure warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Rear cross-traffic detection | 100 | Yes |
| Automatic braking, low-speed | 200 | No |
| Forward collision warning | 200 | Yes |
| Lane departure prevention system, steering-based | 200 | Yes |
| Pedestrian detection | 50 | No |
| Following distance indicator | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 1500 | 85% |
| Total Not Requested | 275 | 15% |
| Sun and Wheels Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Panoramic sunroof | 1200 | Yes |
| 245/40R19 tires | 400 | No |
| Upgraded floor mats | 0 | No |
| Total Requested | 1300 | 76% |
| Total Not Requested | 400 | 24% |
| Driver Confidence Package II | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system | 0 | Yes |
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | 700 | No |
| Semi-automated parking system | 500 | Yes |
| Automatic braking, high-speed or partial | 200 | No |
| Total Requested | 500 | 36% |
| Total Not Requested | 900 | 64% |
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