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Chevrolet Malibu vs. Hyundai Santa Fe Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Chevrolet Malibu vs. Hyundai Santa Fe Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $27,159

Chevrolet Malibu Maxx LTZ   
Difference: $4,361

Lowest Total Invoice: $25,403

Chevrolet Malibu Maxx LTZ   
Difference: $4,192

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20072009
ModelMalibuSanta Fe
TrimMaxx LTZLimited
Body4dr Hatch4dr SUV
Base Price $23,915 $28,845
Base Invoice $22,600 $27,076
Satellite radio 199  
Sunroof 800  
CD changer, in-dash 300  
Entertainment system, console-mounted 1,295  
Cargo net   50
Floor mats   125
Entertainment system, ceiling-mounted   1,750
Satellite radio 165  
Sunroof 664  
CD changer, in-dash 249  
Entertainment system, console-mounted 1,075  
Cargo net   41
Floor mats   100
Entertainment system, ceiling-mounted   1,628
Options (change) 2,594 1,925
Options (change) 2,153 1,769
Destination 650 750
Total Price $27,159 $31,520
Total Invoice $25,403 $29,595

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Hyundai Santa Fe

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Chevrolet Malibu Maxx LTZ
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $3,311
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $3,206
Model Year20072009
ModelMalibuSanta Fe
TrimMaxx LTZLimited
Body4dr Hatch4dr SUV
Engine217hp V6242hp V6
TransmissionT4T5
DrivetrainFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)22/32 MPG17/24 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 6605, 10
Tire (rear if not all the same)225/50-17235/60-18
Total Price$27,159$31,520
Adjustments for Features0-1,050
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$27,159$30,470
Total Invoice$25,403$29,595
Adjustments for Features0-986
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$25,403$28,609

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Features Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Hyundai Santa Fe

Model Year20072009
ModelMalibuSanta Fe
TrimMaxx LTZLimited
Body4dr Hatch4dr SUV
Transmission and Drivetrain 
4-speed manually-shiftable automatic$900 
5-speed manually-shiftable automatic $1000
FWD$0$0
Accessories 
AC power outlet $100
Power-adjustable pedals$125 
Remote start$150 
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats $0
Stability control $400
Tire-pressure monitor $75
Cargo Management 
Cargo shelf, height-adjustable$100 
Overhead sunglass holder $25
Roof rack $300
Climate Control 
Dual-zone climate control $125
Interior air filter $0
Rear air vents $100
Wiper de-icer $25
Exterior 
Body kit$0 
Bodyside cladding (gray/black) $250
Bodyside moldings$75 
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) $25
Deep-tinted rear windows $275
Glass roof panel(s)$300 
Infotainment 
Aux input $50
Entertainment system, ceiling-mounted $1000
Entertainment system, console-mounted$1000 
MP3-compatible player $50
Surround sound $250
Telematics service, such as OnStar$200 
Seats and Interior Trim 
Folding passenger seat$150 
Manual fore-aft adjuster, second row seats$75 
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat$50 
Manual recliner, second row seats$75 
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat $100
Power recliner, driver seat $100
Synthetic suede inserts in leather seating surfaces$0 
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Alloy wheels $350
Polished alloy wheels$350 
Total Value of Features$3,550$4,600
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$1,050
Value of Feature Adjustments0-986

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Specifications Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Hyundai Santa Fe

Model Year20072009
ModelMalibuSanta Fe
Body4dr Hatch4dr SUV
Wheelbase112.3 in106.3 in
Length187.8 in184.1 in
Width69.8 in74.4 in
Height58.1 in67.9 in
Curb Weight3,458 lb.3,846 lb.
Fuel Capacity16.3 gal.19.8 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.4 in40.2 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room56.7 in59.5 in
Row 1 Hip Room53.5 in55.8 in
Row 1 Legroom41.9 in42.6 in
Row 2 Headroom39.4 in39.6 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room55.5 in58.6 in
Row 2 Hip Room52.4 in55.0 in
Row 2 Legroom41.0 in36.8 in
Row 3 Headroom0.0 in34.8 in
Row 3 Shoulder Room0.0 in53.9 in
Row 3 Hip Room0.0 in44.6 in
Row 3 Legroom0.0 in31.3 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum
22.8 ft310.0 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Behind R2
22.834.2 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum
41.0 ft378.2 ft3

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Option Package Details
Hyundai Santa Fe Limited

Entertainment system, ceiling-mounted
FeatureValueRequested?
Entertainment system, ceiling-mounted1000Yes
AC power outlet100No
Total Requested100091%
Total Not Requested1009%

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