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Chevrolet Malibu vs. Hyundai Elantra Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Chevrolet Malibu vs. Hyundai Elantra Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $24,635

Hyundai Elantra Sport   
Difference: $3,905

Lowest Total Invoice: $23,481

Hyundai Elantra Sport   
Difference: $3,483

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year201020102016
ModelMalibuMalibuElantra
Trim2LTLTZSport
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $25,175 $26,955 $20,250
Base Invoice $23,916 $25,607 $19,406
HFV6 Engine Package 1,795    
Sunroof 850 850  
3.6L V6   1,595  
Tech Package     1,800
Auto-dimming rearview mirror     275
Floor mats     125
Remote start     350
6-speed shiftable automatic     1,000
HFV6 Engine Package 1,580    
Sunroof 748 748  
3.6L V6   1,404  
Tech Package     1,638
Auto-dimming rearview mirror     248
Floor mats     100
Remote start     316
6-speed shiftable automatic     938
Options (change) 2,645 2,445 3,550
Options (change) 2,328 2,152 3,240
Destination 720 720 835
Total Price $28,540 $30,120 $24,635
Total Invoice $26,964 $28,479 $23,481

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Hyundai Elantra

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Hyundai Elantra Sport
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $5,085
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $4,608
Model Year201020102016
ModelMalibuMalibuElantra
Trim2LTLTZSport
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine252hp V6252hp V6173hp I4
TransmissionT6T6T6
DrivetrainFWDFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)17/26 MPG17/26 MPG24/35 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 6?, 8360, 6
Tire (rear if not all the same)225/50-18225/50-18215/45-17
Total Price$28,540$30,120$24,635
Adjustments for Features0-1,565-1,180
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$28,540$28,555$23,455
Cost Above Minimum$0$15$0
Total Invoice$26,964$28,479$23,481
Adjustments for Features0-1,480-1,125
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$26,964$26,999$22,356
Cost Above Minimum$0$35$0

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Features Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Hyundai Elantra

Model Year201020102016
ModelMalibuMalibuElantra
Trim2LTLTZSport
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1100$1100$1100
FWD$0$0$0
Accessories 
AC power outlet $100 
Proximity key  $250
Remote app  $25
Sunshade, rear $125 
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats  $0
Rearview camera  $200
Vehicle health reports  $0
Cargo Management 
Cargo mat $40 
Overhead sunglass holder  $25
Climate Control 
Automatic climate control, front $200 
Interior air filter  $0
Exterior 
Laminated front side windows$200$200 
Rear spoiler  $200
Infotainment 
Bluetooth audio streaming  $25
Media drive, small  $5
Navigation system  $600
Pandora internet radio connectivity  $0
Traffic + travel information  $25
USB port $25$25
Voice control for nav and audio  $100
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror $75 
Compass$0$0 
Fog lights $125$125
Heated mirrors $25$25
Interior ambient lighting$150$150 
Spotter mirror(s)  $50
Trip computer  $150
Turn signals on or near mirrors  $25
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row  $50
Leather seating surfaces $900 
Metal pedals  $75
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat $100 
Power height adjuster, passenger seat $100 
Power recliner, driver seat $100$100
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat $100 
Synthetic suede inserts in seating surfaces$450  
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Sport suspension (upgrade)  $0
Transmission 
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls$100$100 
Total Value of Features$2,000$3,565$3,180
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$1,565$1,180
Value of Feature Adjustments0-1,480-1,125

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Specifications Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Hyundai Elantra

Model Year20102016
ModelMalibuElantra
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase112.3 in106.3 in
Length191.8 in179.1 in
Width70.3 in69.9 in
Height57.1 in56.5 in
Curb Weight3,680 lb.2,923 lb.
Fuel Capacity16.0 gal.12.8 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.4 in40.0 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room55.9 in55.9 in
Row 1 Hip Room53.0 in53.5 in
Row 1 Legroom42.2 in43.6 in
Row 2 Headroom37.2 in37.1 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room53.9 in54.8 in
Row 2 Hip Room52.1 in52.7 in
Row 2 Legroom37.6 in33.1 in
Cargo Volume15.1 ft314.8 ft3

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Option Package Details
Chevrolet Malibu 2LT

HFV6 Engine Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Performance steering system (optional)250Yes
225/50R18 tires400No
3.6L V6
DOHC-4v
252 hp@6300
251 lb-ft@3200
1000Yes
Total Requested125076%
Total Not Requested40024%

Option Package Details
Hyundai Elantra Sport

Auto-dimming rearview mirror
FeatureValueRequested?
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Universal garage door opener100Yes
Total Requested250100%
Total Not Requested00%
Tech Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600No
Sunroof900Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100No
Traffic + travel information25No
Bluetooth audio streaming25No
Unbranded, 360W, 6 speakers350No
Pandora internet radio connectivity0No
Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation225Yes
Vehicle health reports0No
Remote app25No
Total Requested112550%
Total Not Requested112550%

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