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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: $24,405

Hyundai Elantra Sport   
Difference: $6,555

Lowest Total Invoice: $23,340

Hyundai Elantra Sport   
Difference: $5,959

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20122018
ModelMalibuElantra
TrimLTZSport
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $28,600 $21,800
Base Invoice $27,027 $20,906
3.6L V6 1,600  
Floor mats   125
Auto-dimming rearview mirror   295
7-speed automated manual   1,100
Illuminated door sill trim plates   250
3.6L V6 1,512  
Floor mats   100
Auto-dimming rearview mirror   239
7-speed automated manual   1,034
Illuminated door sill trim plates   226
Options (change) 1,600 1,770
Options (change) 1,512 1,599
Destination 760 835
Total Price $30,960 $24,405
Total Invoice $29,299 $23,340

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Hyundai Elantra

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Hyundai Elantra Sport
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $6,915
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $6,303
Model Year20122018
ModelMalibuElantra
TrimLTZSport
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine252hp V6201hp I4
TransmissionT6S7
DrivetrainFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)17/26 MPG26/33 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 8?, 6
Tire (rear if not all the same)225/50-18225/40-18
Total Price$30,960$24,405
Adjustments for Features0-360
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$30,960$24,045
Total Invoice$29,299$23,340
Adjustments for Features0-344
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$29,299$22,996

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Features Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Hyundai Elantra

Model Year20122018
ModelMalibuElantra
TrimLTZSport
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1100 
7-speed automated manual $1200
FWD$0$0
Accessories 
AC power outlet$100 
Proximity key $250
Proximity trunk or liftgate opener $125
Remote start$150 
Universal garage door opener $100
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Blind spot warning system $200
Cross-traffic warning, rear $100
Knee airbag, driver $75
Rearview camera $200
Cargo Management 
Cargo mat$40 
Overhead sunglass holder $25
Climate Control 
Automatic climate control, front$200 
Exterior 
Body kit $0
Bodyside moldings$75 
Laminated front side windows$200 
Infotainment 
Android Auto support $100
Apple CarPlay support $100
Bluetooth audio streaming $25
CD player$125 
HD radio $50
MP3-compatible player$50 
Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation$225 
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Compass$0 
Fog lights$125 
Interior ambient lighting$150 
Trip computer $150
Turn signals on or near mirrors $25
Xenon HID headlights $500
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row $50
Door sill trim plates$100 
Illuminated door sill trim plates $200
Manual height adjuster, driver seat $50
Metal pedals $75
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat$100 
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat$100 
Power height adjuster, driver seat$100 
Power height adjuster, passenger seat$100 
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat$100 
Power recliner, driver seat$100 
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat$100 
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat$100 
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Electronic systems calibration selector $200
Sport suspension (upgrade) $0
Total Value of Features$3,440$3,800
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$360
Value of Feature Adjustments0-344

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See a complete comparison of Chevrolet Malibu vs. Hyundai Elantra features.

Specifications Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Hyundai Elantra

Model Year20122018
ModelMalibuElantra
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase112.3 in106.3 in
Length191.8 in179.9 in
Width70.3 in70.9 in
Height57.1 in56.5 in
Curb Weight3,645 lb.3,109 lb.
Fuel Capacity16.0 gal.14.0 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.4 in38.8 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room55.9 in56.2 in
Row 1 Hip Room53.0 in53.4 in
Row 1 Legroom42.2 in42.2 in
Row 2 Headroom37.2 in37.3 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room53.9 in55.3 in
Row 2 Hip Room52.1 in51.9 in
Row 2 Legroom37.6 in35.7 in
Cargo Volume15.1 ft314.4 ft3

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See a complete comparison of Chevrolet Malibu vs. Hyundai Elantra specs.

Option Package Details
Hyundai Elantra Sport

Auto-dimming rearview mirror
FeatureValueRequested?
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Universal garage door opener100No
Total Requested15060%
Total Not Requested10040%
7-speed automated manual
FeatureValueRequested?
7-speed automated manual0Yes
Electronic systems calibration selector200No
Total Requested00%
Total Not Requested200100%

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