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Chevrolet Malibu vs. Ford Mustang Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Chevrolet Malibu vs. Ford Mustang Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $28,145

Ford Mustang V6 Premium   
Difference: $1,215

Lowest Total Invoice: $26,099

Ford Mustang V6 Premium   
Difference: $1,688

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year201220122012
ModelMalibuMustangMustang
TrimLTZV6 PremiumGT Premium
Body4dr Sedan2dr Coupe2dr Coupe
Base Price $28,600 $26,310 $33,710
Base Invoice $27,027 $24,399 $31,059
Comfort Package   595 595
Temporary spare tire   100  
Remote start   345 345
Rear spoiler     0
Comfort Package   518 518
Temporary spare tire   87  
Remote start   300 300
Rear spoiler     0
Options (change) 0 1,040 940
Options (change) 0 905 818
Destination 760 795 795
Total Price $29,360 $28,145 $35,445
Total Invoice $27,787 $26,099 $32,672

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Ford Mustang

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Chevrolet Malibu LTZ
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $1,795
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $1,161
Model Year201220122012
ModelMalibuMustangMustang
TrimLTZV6 PremiumGT Premium
Body4dr Sedan2dr Coupe2dr Coupe
Engine169hp I4305hp V6412hp V8
TransmissionT6M6M6
DrivetrainFWDRWDRWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 8500, 8500, 8
Tire (rear if not all the same)225/50-18215/60-17235/50-18
Total Price$29,360$28,145$35,445
Adjustments for Features-3,0100-475
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$26,350$28,145$34,970
Cost Above Minimum$0$0$6,825
Total Invoice$27,787$26,099$32,672
Adjustments for Features-2,8490-438
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$24,938$26,099$32,234
Cost Above Minimum$0$0$6,135

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Features Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Ford Mustang

Model Year201220122012
ModelMalibuMustangMustang
TrimLTZV6 PremiumGT Premium
Body4dr Sedan2dr Coupe2dr Coupe
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1100  
6-speed manual $150$150
FWD$0  
RWD $0$0
Accessories 
AC power outlet$100  
Power rear side windows$200  
Tilt steering wheel, manual $150$150
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual$250  
Universal garage door opener $100$100
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
911 assist $25$25
Brake assist$50  
Safety key $5$5
Side curtain airbags$350  
Vehicle health reports $0$0
Cargo Management 
Cargo mat$40  
Climate Control 
Automatic climate control, front$200  
Drivetrain 
Limited-slip rear differential $300$300
Exterior 
Bodyside moldings$75  
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)$25 $25
Laminated front side windows$200  
Rear spoiler  $200
Sunroof$900  
Infotainment 
Bluetooth audio streaming $25$25
Navigation, turn-by-turn $25$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
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Automatic headlights$125 $125
Fog lights$125 $125
Heated mirrors$25  
Outside temperature display$50  
Spotter mirror(s) $50$50
Trip computer $150$150
Seats and Interior Trim 
Aluminum trim $100$100
Metal pedals $75$75
No leather in second row $-300$-300
Power recliner, driver seat$100  
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Electronic systems calibration selector $200$200
Sport suspension (upgrade)  $0
Total Value of Features$4,140$1,130$1,605
Value of Feature Adjustments$3,010$0$475
Value of Feature Adjustments-2,8490-438

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See a complete comparison of Chevrolet Malibu vs. Ford Mustang features.

Specifications Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Ford Mustang

Model Year20122012
ModelMalibuMustang
Body4dr Sedan2dr Coupe
Wheelbase112.3 in107.1 in
Length191.8 in188.1 in
Width70.3 in73.9 in
Height57.1 in55.6 in
Curb Weight3,416 lb.3,448 lb.
Fuel Capacity16.0 gal.16.0 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.4 in38.5 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room55.9 in55.3 in
Row 1 Hip Room53.0 in53.4 in
Row 1 Legroom42.2 in42.4 in
Row 2 Headroom37.2 in34.7 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room53.9 in51.6 in
Row 2 Hip Room52.1 in46.8 in
Row 2 Legroom37.6 in29.8 in
Cargo Volume15.1 ft313.4 ft3

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See a complete comparison of Chevrolet Malibu vs. Ford Mustang specs.

Option Package Details
Ford Mustang V6 Premium

Comfort Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Heated front seats200Yes
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Power height adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Compass0Yes
Total Requested500100%
Total Not Requested00%

Option Package Details
Ford Mustang GT Premium

Comfort Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Heated front seats200Yes
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Power height adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Compass0Yes
Total Requested500100%
Total Not Requested00%

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