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Chevrolet Malibu vs. Ford Taurus Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Chevrolet Malibu vs. Ford Taurus Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $25,610

Chevrolet Malibu SS   
Difference: $15,765

Lowest Total Invoice: $23,993

Chevrolet Malibu SS   
Difference: $13,975

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20062011
ModelMalibuTaurus
TrimSSSHO
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $22,865 $38,155
Base Invoice $21,608 $35,035
CD changer, in-dash 300  
Satellite radio 325  
Sunroof 800  
Telematics service, such as OnStar 695  
Package 401A   2,000
Remote start   425
CD changer, in-dash 249  
Satellite radio 270  
Sunroof 664  
Telematics service, such as OnStar 577  
Package 401A   1,740
Remote start   398
Options (change) 2,120 2,425
Options (change) 1,760 2,138
Destination 625 795
Total Price $25,610 $41,375
Total Invoice $23,993 $37,968

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Ford Taurus

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Chevrolet Malibu SS
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $9,695
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $8,405
Model Year20062011
ModelMalibuTaurus
TrimSSSHO
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine240hp V6365hp V6
TransmissionT4T6
DrivetrainFWDAWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)19/26 MPG17/25 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 6390, 12
Tire (rear if not all the same)225/50-18255/45-19
Total Price$25,610$41,375
Adjustments for Features0-6,070
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$25,610$35,305
Total Invoice$23,993$37,968
Adjustments for Features0-5,570
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$23,993$32,398

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Features Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Ford Taurus

Model Year20062011
ModelMalibuTaurus
TrimSSSHO
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
4-speed manually-shiftable automatic$900 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic $1100
FWD$0 
AWD $1700
Accessories 
Keyless entry keypad $50
Power-adjustable pedals$125 
Proximity key $250
Universal garage door opener $100
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
911 assist $25
Brake assist $50
Obstacle detection, rear $250
Rearview camera $200
Rollover sensor $50
Safety key $5
Stability control $400
Tire-pressure monitor $75
Vehicle health reports $0
Cargo Management 
Overhead sunglass holder $25
Climate Control 
Dual-zone climate control $125
Interior air filter $0
Rear air vents $100
Exterior 
Body kit$0 
Bodyside moldings$75 
Infotainment 
Aux input $50
Bluetooth audio streaming $25
Bluetooth cell phone link $100
MP3-compatible player $50
Navigation, turn-by-turn $25
Surround sound $250
Telematics service, such as OnStar$200 
Traffic + travel information $25
Voice control for audio system $25
Voice control for external devices $0
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror $75
Auto-dimming rearview mirror $150
Compass $0
Fog lights$125 
Heated mirrors $25
Illuminated visor mirror, passenger $50
Visor mirror, passenger$10 
Xenon HID headlights $500
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row $50
Cooled or ventilated front seats $300
Heated front seats $200
Leather seating surfaces $900
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat$50 
Memory system, driver seat $200
Partial leather seating sufaces$450 
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat $100
Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat $100
Power recliner, driver seat $100
Power recliner, passenger seat $100
Synthetic suede inserts in leather seating surfaces $0
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Alloy wheels $350
Performance steering system (optional)$0 
Polished alloy wheels$350 
Transmission 
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls $100
Total Value of Features$2,285$8,355
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$6,070
Value of Feature Adjustments0-5,570

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

Specifications Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Ford Taurus

Model Year20062011
ModelMalibuTaurus
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase106.3 in112.9 in
Length188.3 in202.9 in
Width69.9 in76.2 in
Height57.5 in60.7 in
Curb Weight3,315 lb.4,415 lb.
Fuel Capacity16.3 gal.20.0 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.6 in39.0 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room56.7 in57.9 in
Row 1 Hip Room53.2 in56.3 in
Row 1 Legroom41.9 in41.9 in
Row 2 Headroom37.6 in37.8 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room56.1 in56.9 in
Row 2 Hip Room52.4 in55.8 in
Row 2 Legroom38.5 in38.1 in
Cargo Volume15.4 ft320.1 ft3

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

Option Package Details
Ford Taurus SHO

Package 401A
FeatureValueRequested?
Heated front seats200No
Cooled or ventilated front seats300No
Sunroof900Yes
Surround sound250No
Sony, 390W, 12 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Total Requested90045%
Total Not Requested110055%

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