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Chevrolet Malibu vs. Ford Focus Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Chevrolet Malibu vs. Ford Focus Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $24,125

Ford Focus SEL   
Difference: $4,825

Lowest Total Invoice: $22,368

Ford Focus SEL   
Difference: $5,100

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year201120122012
ModelMalibuFocusFocus
TrimLTZSELTitanium
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $27,165 $20,105 $21,805
Base Invoice $25,806 $18,766 $20,313
Temporary spare tire 100    
Engine-block heater 75 25 25
Sunroof 850 795 795
Premium Package   1,395 1,295
Winter Package   470 470
Door sill trim plates   95 95
Remote start   445 445
Temporary spare tire 88    
Engine-block heater 66 22 22
Sunroof 748 692 692
Premium Package   1,214 1,127
Winter Package   409 409
Door sill trim plates   83 83
Remote start   387 387
Options (change) 1,025 3,225 3,125
Options (change) 902 2,807 2,720
Destination 760 795 795
Total Price $28,950 $24,125 $25,725
Total Invoice $27,468 $22,368 $23,828

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Ford Focus

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Ford Focus SEL
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $4,665
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $4,940
Model Year201120122012
ModelMalibuFocusFocus
TrimLTZSELTitanium
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine169hp I4160hp I4160hp I4
TransmissionT6S6M5
DrivetrainFWDFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 8?, 6355, 10
Tire (rear if not all the same)225/50-18215/50-17215/50-17
Total Price$28,950$24,125$25,725
Adjustments for Features-535-3750
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$28,415$23,750$25,725
Cost Above Minimum$0$0$1,975
Total Invoice$27,468$22,368$23,828
Adjustments for Features-508-3480
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$26,960$22,020$23,828
Cost Above Minimum$0$0$1,808

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Features Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Ford Focus

Model Year201120122012
ModelMalibuFocusFocus
TrimLTZSELTitanium
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1100  
6-speed automated manual $1100 
5-speed manual  $0
FWD$0$0$0
Accessories 
AC power outlet$100  
Proximity key  $250
Sunshade, rear$125  
Universal garage door opener $100$100
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
911 assist $25$25
Obstacle detection, rear $250$250
Safety key $5$5
Torque vectoring, brake-based $100$100
Vehicle health reports $0$0
Cargo Management 
Cargo mat$40  
Overhead sunglass holder $25$25
Climate Control 
Dual-zone climate control $125$125
Interior air filter $0$0
Rain-sensing wipers $175$175
Variable intermittent wipers$75  
Exterior 
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)$25  
Laminated front side windows$200  
Rear spoiler  $200
Infotainment 
Bluetooth audio streaming $25$25
HD radio  $50
Navigation, turn-by-turn $25$25
Satellite radio$200 $200
SD Card slot  $25
SMS text-to-speech reader $25$25
Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation$225  
Traffic + travel information $25$25
Voice control for audio system $25$25
Voice control for external devices $0$0
Wi-Fi hotspot capability  $0
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Spotter mirror(s) $50$50
Trip computer $150$150
Turn signals on or near mirrors $25$25
Seats and Interior Trim 
All-weather floor mats $75$75
Center armrest(s), second row $50$50
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat $50$50
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat$100  
Power height adjuster, passenger seat$100  
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat$100  
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat$100  
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat$100  
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Touring suspension (upgrade)  $0
Total Value of Features$2,590$2,430$2,055
Value of Feature Adjustments$535$375$0
Value of Feature Adjustments-508-3480

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Specifications Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Ford Focus

Model Year20112012
ModelMalibuFocus
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase112.3 in104.3 in
Length191.8 in178.5 in
Width70.3 in71.8 in
Height57.1 in57.7 in
Curb Weight3,416 lb.2,908 lb.
Fuel Capacity16.0 gal.12.4 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.4 in38.3 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room55.9 in55.6 in
Row 1 Hip Room53.0 in53.9 in
Row 1 Legroom42.2 in41.9 in
Row 2 Headroom37.2 in38.0 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room53.9 in53.7 in
Row 2 Hip Room52.1 in52.7 in
Row 2 Legroom37.6 in33.2 in
Cargo Volume15.1 ft313.2 ft3

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Option Package Details
Ford Focus SEL

Premium Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Rain-sensing wipers100No
Obstacle detection, rear250No
215/50HR17 tires400No
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power height adjuster, driver seat50Yes
Power recliner, driver seat100Yes
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat50Yes
Center armrest(s), second row50No
Total Requested135063%
Total Not Requested80037%
Winter Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Heated mirrors25Yes
Heated front seats200Yes
All-weather floor mats75No
Perimeter approach lighting25No
Total Requested22569%
Total Not Requested10031%

Option Package Details
Ford Focus Titanium

Premium Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Rain-sensing wipers100No
Obstacle detection, rear250No
215/50HR17 tires400No
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power height adjuster, driver seat50Yes
Power recliner, driver seat100Yes
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat50Yes
Center armrest(s), second row50No
Total Requested135063%
Total Not Requested80037%
Winter Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Heated mirrors25Yes
Heated front seats200Yes
All-weather floor mats75No
Perimeter approach lighting25No
Total Requested22569%
Total Not Requested10031%

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