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Chevrolet Malibu vs. Ford Fusion Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Chevrolet Malibu vs. Ford Fusion Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $29,360

Chevrolet Malibu LTZ   
Difference: $2,025

Lowest Total Invoice: $27,787

Chevrolet Malibu LTZ   
Difference: $1,940

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year2012201820182018
ModelMalibuFusionFusionFusion
TrimLTZHybrid SEHybrid TitaniumHybrid Platinum
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $28,600 $26,245 $30,775 $37,275
Base Invoice $27,027 $24,801 $29,082 $35,225
Luxury Package   2,995    
Cargo mat   175 175  
Sunroof   1,095 1,095  
Luxury Package   2,845    
Cargo mat   166 166  
Sunroof   1,040 1,040  
Options (change) 0 4,265 1,270 0
Options (change) 0 4,051 1,206 0
Destination 760 875 875 875
Total Price $29,360 $31,385 $32,920 $38,150
Total Invoice $27,787 $29,727 $31,163 $36,100

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Ford Fusion

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Ford Fusion Hybrid Platinum
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $555
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $530
Model Year2012201820182018
ModelMalibuFusionFusionFusion
TrimLTZHybrid SEHybrid TitaniumHybrid Platinum
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine169hp I4141hp I4 H141hp I4 H141hp I4 H
TransmissionT6CVTCVTCVT
DrivetrainFWDFWDFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)26/38 MPG43/41 MPG43/41 MPG43/41 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 8?, 9390, 12390, 12
Tire (rear if not all the same)225/50-18225/50-17235/45-18235/45-18
Total Price$29,360$31,385$32,920$38,150
Adjustments for Features0-1,870-3,570-9,345
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$29,360$29,515$29,350$28,805
Cost Above Minimum$0$710$545$0
Total Invoice$27,787$29,727$31,163$36,100
Adjustments for Features0-1,771-3,379-8,843
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$27,787$27,956$27,784$27,257
Cost Above Minimum$0$699$527$0

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Features Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Ford Fusion

Model Year2012201820182018
ModelMalibuFusionFusionFusion
TrimLTZHybrid SEHybrid TitaniumHybrid Platinum
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1100   
CVT $1000$1000$1000
FWD$0$0$0$0
Accessories 
AC power outlet$100 $100$100
Active noise reduction $0$0$0
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed   $850
Cruise control$150$150$150 
Heated steering wheel   $100
Keyless entry keypad $50$50$50
Proximity key $250$250$250
Remote app   $25
Remote climate control   $25
Remote window/roof operation $15$15$15
Semi-automated parking system   $500
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual$250$250$250 
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power   $350
Universal garage door opener $100$100$100
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
911 assist $25$25$25
Automatic braking, high-speed or partial   $200
Automatic braking, low-speed   $200
Blind spot warning system   $200
Cross-traffic warning, rear   $100
Driver drowsiness monitor   $150
Forward collision warning   $200
Knee airbag, driver $75$75$75
Knee airbag, passenger $75$75$75
Lane departure prevention, steering-based   $200
Lane departure warning   $200
Obstacle detection, front   $150
Obstacle detection, rear  $250$250
Pedestrian detection   $50
Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system   $0
Rearview camera $200$200$200
Safety key $5$5$5
Temporary spare tire$150   
Vehicle health reports $0$0$0
Cargo Management 
Overhead sunglass holder $25$25$25
Climate Control 
Dual-zone climate control $125$125$125
Interior air filter $0$0$0
Rain-sensing wipers   $175
Rear air vents $100$100$100
Variable intermittent wipers$75$75$75 
Engine / Motor 
Automatic start / stop $150$150$150
Exterior 
Bodyside moldings$75   
Laminated front side windows$200   
Rear spoiler  $200$200
Infotainment 
4G LTE connectivity   $0
Android Auto support  $100$100
App support $0$0$0
Apple CarPlay support  $100$100
Bluetooth audio streaming $25$25$25
HD radio  $50$50
Navigation system   $600
SMS text-to-speech reader $25$25$25
Surround sound  $250$250
Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation$225   
Traffic + travel information   $25
Voice control for audio system $25$25 
Voice control for external devices $0$0$0
Voice control for nav and audio   $100
Wi-Fi hotspot   $50
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror   $75
Auto-dimming headlights   $200
Detailed driving style feedback $100$100$100
Fog lights$125 $125$125
Interior ambient lighting$150 $150$150
Large color reconfigurable instrument cluster display $250$250$250
LED headlights $1000$1000$1000
Spotter mirror(s) $50$50$50
Trip computer $150$150$150
Turn signals on or near mirrors $25$25$25
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row $50$50$50
Cooled or ventilated front seats   $300
Door sill trim plates$100 $100$100
Floor mats, second row (optional) $0$0$0
Leather door panel trim   $250
Memory system, driver seat $200$200$200
Metal pedals  $75$75
Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat  $100$100
Power recliner, passenger seat $100$100$100
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat$100 $100$100
Upgraded floor mats $0$0$0
Upholstered instrument panel, leather   $1000
Total Value of Features$2,800$4,670$6,370$12,145
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$1,870$3,570$9,345
Value of Feature Adjustments0-1,771-3,379-8,843

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Specifications Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Ford Fusion

Model Year20122018
ModelMalibuFusion
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase112.3 in112.2 in
Length191.8 in191.7 in
Width70.3 in72.9 in
Height57.1 in58.1 in
Curb Weight3,620 lb.3,627 lb.
Fuel Capacity16.0 gal.16.5 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.4 in39.2 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room55.9 in57.8 in
Row 1 Hip Room53.0 in55.0 in
Row 1 Legroom42.2 in41.8 in
Row 2 Headroom37.2 in37.8 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room53.9 in56.9 in
Row 2 Hip Room52.1 in54.4 in
Row 2 Legroom37.6 in38.3 in
Cargo Volume15.1 ft316.0 ft3

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Option Package Details
Ford Fusion Hybrid SE

Cargo mat
FeatureValueRequested?
Cargo mat40Yes
Floor mats, second row (optional)0No
Upgraded floor mats0No
Total Requested40100%
Total Not Requested00%
Sunroof
FeatureValueRequested?
Sunroof900Yes
Universal garage door opener100No
Total Requested90090%
Total Not Requested10010%
Luxury Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Heated mirrors25Yes
Heated front seats200Yes
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Memory system, driver seat200No
Leather-wrapped steering wheel150Yes
Remote start75Yes
Turn signals on or near mirrors25No
Proximity key250No
LED headlights1000No
Total Requested150050%
Total Not Requested147550%

Option Package Details
Ford Fusion Hybrid Titanium

Cargo mat
FeatureValueRequested?
Cargo mat40Yes
Floor mats, second row (optional)0No
Upgraded floor mats0No
Total Requested40100%
Total Not Requested00%
Sunroof
FeatureValueRequested?
Sunroof900Yes
Universal garage door opener100No
Total Requested90090%
Total Not Requested10010%

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