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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: $30,220

Chevrolet Malibu LTZ   
Difference: $11,155

Lowest Total Invoice: $28,567

Chevrolet Malibu LTZ   
Difference: $9,391

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20102012
ModelMalibuTaurus
TrimLTZSHO
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $26,955 $38,155
Base Invoice $25,607 $35,025
Temporary spare tire 100  
Sunroof 850  
3.6L V6 1,595  
Package 401A   2,000
Remote start   425
Temporary spare tire 88  
Sunroof 748  
3.6L V6 1,404  
Package 401A   1,740
Remote start   398
Options (change) 2,545 2,425
Options (change) 2,240 2,138
Destination 720 795
Total Price $30,220 $41,375
Total Invoice $28,567 $37,958

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Ford Taurus

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Chevrolet Malibu LTZ
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $7,200
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $5,763
Model Year20102012
ModelMalibuTaurus
TrimLTZSHO
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine252hp V6365hp V6
TransmissionT6T6
DrivetrainFWDAWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)17/26 MPG17/25 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 8390, 12
Tire (rear if not all the same)225/50-18255/45-19
Total Price$30,220$41,375
Adjustments for Features0-3,955
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$30,220$37,420
Total Invoice$28,567$37,958
Adjustments for Features0-3,628
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$28,567$34,330

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Features Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Ford Taurus

Model Year20102012
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 
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
911 assist $25
Obstacle detection, rear $250
Rearview camera $200
Rollover sensor $50
Safety key $5
Vehicle health reports $0
Cargo Management 
Cargo mat$40 
Cargo net $40
Overhead sunglass holder $25
Climate Control 
Dual-zone climate control $125
Interior air filter $0
Rear air vents $100
Exterior 
Laminated front side windows$200 
Rear spoiler $200
Infotainment 
Bluetooth audio streaming $25
CD changer, in-dash $325
CD player$125 
Navigation, turn-by-turn $25
SMS text-to-speech reader $25
Surround sound $250
Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation$225 
Traffic + travel information $25
Voice control for audio system $25
Voice control for external devices $0
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Fog lights$125 
Trip computer $150
Xenon HID headlights $500
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row $50
Cooled or ventilated front seats $300
Memory system, driver seat $200
Metal pedals $75
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat$100 
Power height adjuster, passenger 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$2,340$6,295
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$3,955
Value of Feature Adjustments0-3,628

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Specifications Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Ford Taurus

Model Year20102012
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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Option Package Details
Ford Taurus SHO

Package 401A
FeatureValueRequested?
Heated front seats200Yes
Cooled or ventilated front seats300No
Sunroof900Yes
Surround sound250No
Sony, 390W, 12 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Total Requested110055%
Total Not Requested90045%

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