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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: $12,870

Lowest Total Invoice: $27,231

Chevrolet Malibu LTZ   
Difference: $11,037

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20082010
ModelMalibuTaurus
TrimLTZSHO
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $27,095 $37,770
Base Invoice $25,605 $34,663
Rear Power Package 250  
Sunroof 800  
Power-adjustable pedals 125  
Package 402B   2,800
Remote start   395
Rear Power Package 208  
Sunroof 664  
Power-adjustable pedals 104  
Package 402B   2,436
Remote start   344
Options (change) 1,175 3,195
Options (change) 976 2,780
Destination 650 825
Total Price $28,920 $41,790
Total Invoice $27,231 $38,268

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Ford Taurus

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Chevrolet Malibu LTZ
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $8,005
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $6,582
Model Year20082010
ModelMalibuTaurus
TrimLTZSHO
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine252hp V6365hp V6
TransmissionT6T6
DrivetrainFWDAWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)17/26 MPG17/25 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)210, 8390, 12
Tire (rear if not all the same)225/50-18255/45-19
Total Price$28,920$41,790
Adjustments for Features0-4,865
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$28,920$36,925
Total Invoice$27,231$38,268
Adjustments for Features0-4,455
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$27,231$33,813

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Features Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Ford Taurus

Model Year20082010
ModelMalibuTaurus
TrimLTZSHO
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1100$1100
FWD$0 
AWD $1700
Accessories 
AC power outlet$100 
Keyless entry keypad $50
Proximity key $250
Sunshade, rear$125 
Sunshade, rear, power $225
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
911 assist $25
Blind spot warning system $200
Cross-traffic warning, rear $100
Obstacle detection, rear $250
Rearview camera $200
Rollover sensor $50
Safety key $5
Vehicle health reports $0
Cargo Management 
Cargo mat$40 
Overhead sunglass holder $25
Climate Control 
Dual-zone climate control $125
Interior air filter $0
Rain-sensing wipers $175
Rear air vents $100
Variable intermittent wipers$75 
Exterior 
Laminated front side windows$200 
Rear spoiler $200
Infotainment 
Bluetooth audio streaming $25
Bluetooth cell phone link $100
SMS text-to-speech reader $25
Surround sound $250
Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation$225 
Traffic + travel information $25
USB port $25
Voice control for audio system $25
Voice control for external devices $0
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Auto-dimming headlights $200
Fog lights$125 
Trip computer $150
Turn signals on or near mirrors$25 
Xenon HID headlights $500
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row $50
Cooled or ventilated front seats $300
Heated second row seats $200
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat$50 
Memory system, driver seat $200
Metal pedals $75
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat$100 
Power height adjuster, passenger seat$100 
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat $100
Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat $100
Power recliner, passenger seat $100
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat$100 
Synthetic suede inserts in leather seating surfaces $0
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Performance steering system (optional)$0 
Sport suspension (upgrade) $0
Total Value of Features$2,365$7,230
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$4,865
Value of Feature Adjustments0-4,455

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Specifications Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Ford Taurus

Model Year20082010
ModelMalibuTaurus
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase112.3 in112.9 in
Length191.8 in202.9 in
Width70.3 in76.2 in
Height57.1 in60.7 in
Curb Weight3,680 lb.4,415 lb.
Fuel Capacity16.0 gal.20.0 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.4 in39.0 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room55.9 in57.9 in
Row 1 Hip Room53.0 in56.3 in
Row 1 Legroom42.2 in41.9 in
Row 2 Headroom37.2 in37.8 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room53.9 in56.9 in
Row 2 Hip Room52.1 in55.8 in
Row 2 Legroom37.6 in38.1 in
Cargo Volume15.1 ft320.1 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 SHO

Package 402B
FeatureValueRequested?
Heated second row seats200No
Sunshade, rear, power225No
Heated front seats200Yes
Cooled or ventilated front seats300No
Sunroof900Yes
Surround sound250No
Sony, 390W, 12 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Rain-sensing wipers100No
Power-adjustable pedals125Yes
Auto-dimming headlights200No
Blind spot warning system200No
Rear cross-traffic detection100No
Total Requested122539%
Total Not Requested192561%

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