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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: $34,120 Chevrolet Malibu Premier | |||
| Difference: $3,380 | |||
Lowest Total Invoice: $32,677 Chevrolet Malibu Premier | |||
| Difference: $1,192 | |||
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| Model Year | 2018 | 2006 | 2006 |
| Model | Malibu | Explorer | Explorer |
| Trim | Premier | Eddie Bauer | Limited |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Base Price | $30,975 | $30,200 | $32,515 |
| Base Invoice | $29,736 | $27,518 | $29,578 |
| Sun and Wheels Package | 2,270 | ||
| Side curtain airbags | 560 | 560 | |
| Ultimate Convenience Group | 350 | 350 | |
| Luxury Package | 1,700 | ||
| 4.6L V8 | 1,200 | 1,200 | |
| Sunroof | 850 | 850 | |
| Navigation system | 1,995 | 1,995 | |
| Sun and Wheels Package | 2,066 | ||
| Side curtain airbags | 476 | 476 | |
| Ultimate Convenience Group | 298 | 298 | |
| Luxury Package | 1,445 | ||
| 4.6L V8 | 1,068 | 1,068 | |
| Sunroof | 723 | 723 | |
| Navigation system | 1,696 | 1,696 | |
| Options (change) | 2,270 | 6,655 | 4,955 |
| Options (change) | 2,066 | 5,706 | 4,261 |
| Destination | 875 | 645 | 645 |
| Total Price | $34,120 | $37,500 | $38,115 |
| Total Invoice | $32,677 | $33,869 | $34,484 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Ford Explorer
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Chevrolet Malibu Premier | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $5,050 | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $2,791 | |||
| Model Year | 2018 | 2006 | 2006 |
| Model | Malibu | Explorer | Explorer |
| Trim | Premier | Eddie Bauer | Limited |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Engine | 250hp I4 | 292hp V8 | 292hp V8 |
| Transmission | T9 | A6 | A6 |
| Drivetrain | FWD | RWD | RWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | 22/32 MPG | 15/21 MPG | 15/21 MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | ?, 9 | 290, 7 | 290, 7 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 245/40-19 | 245/65-17 | 245/65-17 |
| Total Price | $34,120 | $37,500 | $38,115 |
| Adjustments for Features | -1,670 | 0 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $32,450 | $37,500 | $38,115 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $0 | $615 |
| Total Invoice | $32,677 | $33,869 | $34,484 |
| Adjustments for Features | -1,599 | 0 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $31,078 | $33,869 | $34,484 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $0 | $615 |
Features Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Ford Explorer
| Model Year | 2018 | 2006 | 2006 |
| Model | Malibu | Explorer | Explorer |
| Trim | Premier | Eddie Bauer | Limited |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | |||
| 9-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1400 | ||
| 6-speed automatic | $1000 | $1000 | |
| FWD | $0 | ||
| RWD | $0 | $0 | |
| Accessories | |||
| AC power outlet | $100 | ||
| Heated steering wheel | $100 | ||
| Keyless entry keypad | $50 | $50 | |
| Power-adjustable pedals | $125 | $125 | |
| Proximity key | $250 | ||
| Remote app | $25 | ||
| Remote start | $150 | ||
| Tilt steering wheel, manual | $150 | $150 | |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | ||
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | |||
| Brake assist | $50 | ||
| Knee airbag, driver | $75 | ||
| Knee airbag, passenger | $75 | ||
| Rear side airbags | $300 | ||
| Rearview camera | $200 | ||
| Safety key | $5 | ||
| Vehicle health reports | $0 | ||
| Cargo Management | |||
| Cargo mat | $40 | ||
| Class II trailer hitch | $200 | $200 | |
| Roof rails | $250 | $250 | |
| Trailering equipment (4 wire) | $125 | $125 | |
| Climate Control | |||
| Interior air filter | $0 | ||
| Rear wiper | $175 | $175 | |
| Exterior | |||
| Bodyside moldings | $75 | $75 | |
| Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) | $25 | ||
| Deep-tinted rear windows | $275 | $275 | |
| Laminated front side windows | $200 | ||
| Panoramic sunroof | $1200 | ||
| Running boards | $350 | $350 | |
| Sunroof | $900 | $900 | |
| Wheel-lip moldings | $75 | $75 | |
| Infotainment | |||
| 4G LTE connectivity | $0 | ||
| Android Auto support | $100 | ||
| App support | $0 | ||
| Apple CarPlay support | $100 | ||
| Aux input | $50 | ||
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | ||
| Bluetooth cell phone link | $100 | ||
| CD changer, in-dash | $325 | $325 | |
| MP3-compatible player | $50 | $50 | |
| Satellite radio | $200 | ||
| SMS text-to-speech reader | $25 | ||
| Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation | $225 | ||
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | ||
| Voice control for nav and audio | $100 | ||
| Wi-Fi hotspot | $50 | ||
| Wireless charging station | $75 | ||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | |||
| Fog lights | $125 | $125 | |
| Turn signals on or near mirrors | $25 | ||
| Seats and Interior Trim | |||
| Center armrest(s), second row | $50 | ||
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | $300 | ||
| Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | |
| Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | ||
| Power recliner, passenger seat | $100 | ||
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | |
| Upgraded floor mats | $0 | ||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | |||
| All-terrain tires | $0 | $0 | |
| Alloy wheels | $350 | $350 | |
| Polished alloy wheels | $350 | ||
| White-letter tires | $0 | $0 | |
| Total Value of Features | $6,420 | $4,750 | $4,750 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $1,670 | $0 | $0 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -1,599 | 0 | 0 |
Specifications Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Ford Explorer
| Model Year | 2018 | 2006 |
| Model | Malibu | Explorer |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV |
| Wheelbase | 111.4 in | 113.7 in |
| Length | 193.8 in | 193.4 in |
| Width | 73.0 in | 73.7 in |
| Height | 57.7 in | 72.8 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,388 lb. | 4,531 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 15.8 gal. | 22.5 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 39.1 in | 39.8 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 58.5 in | 59.0 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 54.1 in | 55.4 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 42.0 in | 42.4 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 37.5 in | 38.7 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 57.1 in | 58.9 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 53.4 in | 55.5 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 38.1 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 | 15.8 ft3 | 13.6 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 15.8 | 43.9 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 15.8 | 83.7 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Chevrolet Malibu Premier
| Sun and Wheels Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Panoramic sunroof | 1200 | No |
| 245/40R19 tires | 400 | No |
| Upgraded floor mats | 0 | No |
| Total Requested | 100 | 6% |
| Total Not Requested | 1600 | 94% |
Option Package Details
Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer
| Side curtain airbags | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Side curtain airbags | 350 | Yes |
| Rollover sensor | 50 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 400 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Ultimate Convenience Group | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Power-adjustable pedals | 125 | No |
| Total Requested | 100 | 44% |
| Total Not Requested | 125 | 56% |
| 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 | Yes |
| Dual-zone climate control | 125 | Yes |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| CD changer, in-dash | 200 | No |
| Unbranded, 290W, 7 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Total Requested | 1075 | 62% |
| Total Not Requested | 650 | 38% |
| 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 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 400 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Ultimate Convenience Group | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Power-adjustable pedals | 125 | No |
| Total Requested | 100 | 44% |
| Total Not Requested | 125 | 56% |
| 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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