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Chevrolet Malibu vs. Ford Taurus Price Comparison (MSRP)The sticker prices, before adjusting for remaining feature differences. Usually these are the numbers you will see on the window stickers.
Models in short supply often sell at or even above these prices.
Models in short supply often sell at or even above these prices.
Chevrolet Malibu vs. Ford Taurus Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $29,265 Ford Taurus SEL | |||
| Difference: $955 | |||
Lowest Total Invoice: $26,805 Ford Taurus SEL | |||
| Difference: $1,762 | |||
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| Model Year | 2010 | 2008 | 2008 |
| Model | Malibu | Taurus | Taurus |
| Trim | LTZ | SEL | Limited |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Price | $26,955 | $23,635 | $27,620 |
| Base Invoice | $25,607 | $21,801 | $25,388 |
| Temporary spare tire | 100 | ||
| Sunroof | 850 | 895 | 895 |
| 3.6L V6 | 1,595 | ||
| SYNC | 395 | ||
| Safety and Security Package | 695 | ||
| Interior Convenience Package | 895 | ||
| Satellite radio | 195 | 195 | |
| Heated front seats | 240 | ||
| Remote start | 395 | 395 | |
| Leather seating surfaces | 895 | ||
| Sunshade, rear | 225 | 225 | |
| Stability control | 495 | ||
| Temporary spare tire | 88 | ||
| Sunroof | 748 | 779 | 779 |
| 3.6L V6 | 1,404 | ||
| SYNC | 344 | ||
| Safety and Security Package | 605 | ||
| Interior Convenience Package | 779 | ||
| Satellite radio | 170 | 170 | |
| Heated front seats | 209 | ||
| Remote start | 343 | 343 | |
| Leather seating surfaces | 779 | ||
| Sunshade, rear | 196 | 196 | |
| Stability control | 431 | ||
| Options (change) | 2,545 | 4,830 | 2,205 |
| Options (change) | 2,240 | 4,204 | 1,919 |
| Destination | 720 | 800 | 800 |
| Total Price | $30,220 | $29,265 | $30,625 |
| Total Invoice | $28,567 | $26,805 | $28,107 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Ford Taurus
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Ford Taurus SEL | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $315 | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $1,157 | |||
| Model Year | 2010 | 2008 | 2008 |
| Model | Malibu | Taurus | Taurus |
| Trim | LTZ | SEL | Limited |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | 252hp V6 | 263hp V6 | 263hp V6 |
| Transmission | T6 | A6 | A6 |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | FWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | 17/26 MPG | 18/28 MPG | 18/28 MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | ?, 8 | ?, 4 | ?, 7 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 225/50-18 | 215/60-17 | 225/55-18 |
| Total Price | $30,220 | $29,265 | $30,625 |
| Adjustments for Features | -640 | 0 | -375 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $29,580 | $29,265 | $30,250 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $0 | $985 |
| Total Invoice | $28,567 | $26,805 | $28,107 |
| Adjustments for Features | -605 | 0 | -344 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $27,962 | $26,805 | $27,763 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $0 | $958 |
Features Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Ford Taurus
| Model Year | 2010 | 2008 | 2008 |
| Model | Malibu | Taurus | Taurus |
| Trim | LTZ | SEL | Limited |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr 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 | ||
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | |||
| Brake assist | $50 | ||
| Rollover sensor | $50 | $50 | |
| Cargo Management | |||
| Cargo mat | $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 | |||
| CD changer, in-dash | $325 | $325 | |
| CD player | $125 | ||
| SMS text-to-speech reader | $25 | $25 | |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation | $225 | ||
| Voice control for audio system | $25 | $25 | |
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | $0 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | |||
| Analog clock | $25 | ||
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | $75 | ||
| Interior ambient lighting | $150 | ||
| Trip computer | $150 | $150 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | |||
| Center armrest(s), second row | $50 | $50 | |
| Door sill trim plates | $100 | ||
| Folding passenger seat | $150 | $150 | |
| Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $50 | $50 | |
| Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | ||
| Memory system, driver seat | $200 | ||
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | ||
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $100 | ||
| Power recliner, passenger seat | $100 | ||
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | ||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | |||
| Alloy wheels | $350 | ||
| Machined alloy wheels | $350 | $350 | |
| Performance steering system (optional) | $0 | ||
| Transmission | |||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | ||
| Total Value of Features | $3,265 | $2,625 | $3,000 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $640 | $0 | $375 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -605 | 0 | -344 |
Specifications Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Ford Taurus
| Model Year | 2010 | 2008 |
| Model | Malibu | Taurus |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Wheelbase | 112.3 in | 112.9 in |
| Length | 191.8 in | 200.4 in |
| Width | 70.3 in | 74.5 in |
| Height | 57.1 in | 61.5 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,680 lb. | 3,643 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 16.0 gal. | 20.0 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 39.4 in | 39.4 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 55.9 in | 57.8 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 53.0 in | 53.7 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 42.2 in | 41.3 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 37.2 in | 38.7 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 53.9 in | 57.5 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 52.1 in | 53.7 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 37.6 in | 41.3 in |
| Cargo Volume | 15.1 ft3 | 21.2 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Ford Taurus SEL
| SYNC | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | 100 | Yes |
| Voice control for external devices | 0 | No |
| SMS text-to-speech reader | 25 | No |
| USB port | 25 | Yes |
| Voice control for audio system | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 125 | 71% |
| Total Not Requested | 50 | 29% |
| Safety and Security Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Stability control | 400 | Yes |
| Heated mirrors | 25 | Yes |
| Alarm | 100 | No |
| Perimeter approach lighting | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 425 | 77% |
| Total Not Requested | 125 | 23% |
| Interior Convenience Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Automatic climate control, front | 200 | Yes |
| CD changer, in-dash | 200 | No |
| Power recliner, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Automatic headlights | 125 | Yes |
| Outside temperature display | 50 | Yes |
| Dual-zone climate control | 125 | No |
| Total Requested | 475 | 59% |
| Total Not Requested | 325 | 41% |
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