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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: $28,920

Chevrolet Malibu LTZ   
Difference: $1,345

Lowest Total Invoice: $27,231

Chevrolet Malibu LTZ   
Difference: $457

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year200820092009
ModelMalibuTaurusTaurus
TrimLTZSELLimited
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $27,095 $26,670 $30,670
Base Invoice $25,605 $24,453 $28,053
Rear Power Package 250    
Power-adjustable pedals 125 120  
Sunroof 800 895 895
Leather seating surfaces   1,135  
Remote start   395 395
Sunshade, rear   225 225
Rear Power Package 208    
Power-adjustable pedals 104 105  
Sunroof 664 779 779
Leather seating surfaces   987  
Remote start   343 343
Sunshade, rear   196 196
Options (change) 1,175 2,770 1,515
Options (change) 976 2,410 1,318
Destination 650 825 825
Total Price $28,920 $30,265 $33,010
Total Invoice $27,231 $27,688 $30,196

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Ford Taurus

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Chevrolet Malibu LTZ
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $1,850
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $933
Model Year200820092009
ModelMalibuTaurusTaurus
TrimLTZSELLimited
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine252hp V6263hp V6263hp V6
TransmissionT6A6A6
DrivetrainFWDFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)17/26 MPG18/28 MPG18/28 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)210, 8?, 4?, 7
Tire (rear if not all the same)225/50-18215/60-17225/55-18
Total Price$28,920$30,265$33,010
Adjustments for Features-5050-865
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$28,415$30,265$32,145
Cost Above Minimum$0$0$1,880
Total Invoice$27,231$27,688$30,196
Adjustments for Features-4760-791
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$26,755$27,688$29,405
Cost Above Minimum$0$0$1,717

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Features Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Ford Taurus

Model Year200820092009
ModelMalibuTaurusTaurus
TrimLTZSELLimited
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1100  
6-speed automatic $1000$1000
FWD$0$0$0
Accessories 
AC power outlet$100  
Keyless entry keypad $50$50
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
Obstacle detection, rear  $250
Rollover sensor $50$50
Vehicle health reports  $0
Cargo Management 
Cargo mat$40  
Cargo net$40 $40
Overhead sunglass holder $25$25
Climate Control 
Dual-zone climate control $125$125
Interior air filter $0$0
Rear air vents $100$100
Exterior 
Laminated front side windows$200  
Infotainment 
Bluetooth cell phone link  $100
SMS text-to-speech reader  $25
Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation$225  
USB port  $25
Voice control for audio system  $25
Voice control for external devices  $0
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Analog clock  $25
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror$75  
Interior ambient lighting$150  
Trip computer $150$150
Turn signals on or near mirrors$25  
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row $50$50
Door sill trim plates$100  
Folding passenger seat $150$150
Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat $50$50
Memory system, driver seat $200$200
Power height adjuster, passenger seat$100  
Power recliner, passenger seat $100$100
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat$100  
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Alloy wheels$350  
Chrome-clad alloy wheels  $600
Machined alloy wheels $350 
Performance steering system (optional)$0  
Transmission 
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls$100  
Total Value of Features$3,055$2,550$3,415
Value of Feature Adjustments$505$0$865
Value of Feature Adjustments-4760-791

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

Specifications Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Ford Taurus

Model Year20082009
ModelMalibuTaurus
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase112.3 in112.9 in
Length191.8 in200.4 in
Width70.3 in74.5 in
Height57.1 in61.5 in
Curb Weight3,680 lb.3,643 lb.
Fuel Capacity16.0 gal.20.0 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.4 in39.4 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room55.9 in57.8 in
Row 1 Hip Room53.0 in53.7 in
Row 1 Legroom42.2 in41.3 in
Row 2 Headroom37.2 in38.7 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room53.9 in57.5 in
Row 2 Hip Room52.1 in53.7 in
Row 2 Legroom37.6 in41.3 in
Cargo Volume15.1 ft321.2 ft3

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

Option Package Details
Chevrolet Malibu LTZ

Rear Power Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Sunshade, rear125Yes
AC power outlet100No
Total Requested12556%
Total Not Requested10044%

Option Package Details
Ford Taurus SEL

Leather seating surfaces
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Heated front seats200Yes
Power recliner, passenger seat100No
Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat50No
Memory system, driver seat200No
Total Requested110076%
Total Not Requested35024%

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