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Chevrolet Malibu vs. Hyundai Sonata Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Chevrolet Malibu vs. Hyundai Sonata Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $24,590

Chevrolet Malibu SS   
Difference: $305

Lowest Total Invoice: $22,839

Hyundai Sonata LX   
Difference: $307

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20062006
ModelMalibuSonata
TrimSSLX
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $22,865 $22,895
Base Invoice $21,608 $20,961
Sunroof 800  
CD changer, in-dash 300  
Package 3   1,400
Sunroof 664  
CD changer, in-dash 249  
Package 3   1,278
Options (change) 1,100 1,400
Options (change) 913 1,278
Destination 625 600
Total Price $24,590 $24,895
Total Invoice $23,146 $22,839

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Hyundai Sonata

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Hyundai Sonata LX
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $870
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $1,385
Model Year20062006
ModelMalibuSonata
TrimSSLX
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine240hp V6235hp V6
TransmissionT4T5
DrivetrainFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)19/26 MPG20/30 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 6?, 6
Tire (rear if not all the same)225/50-18225/50-17
Total Price$24,590$24,895
Adjustments for Features0-1,175
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$24,590$23,720
Total Invoice$23,146$22,839
Adjustments for Features0-1,078
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$23,146$21,761

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Features Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Hyundai Sonata

Model Year20062006
ModelMalibuSonata
TrimSSLX
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
4-speed manually-shiftable automatic$900 
5-speed manually-shiftable automatic $1000
FWD$0$0
Accessories 
Power-adjustable pedals$125 
Remote start$150 
Universal garage door opener $100
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats $0
Stability control $400
Cargo Management 
Cargo net$40 
Overhead sunglass holder $25
Climate Control 
Interior air filter $0
Exterior 
Body kit$0 
Rear spoiler$200 
Infotainment 
MP3-compatible player $50
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Auto-dimming rearview mirror $150
Compass $0
Heated mirrors $25
Illuminated visor mirror, passenger $50
Visor mirror, passenger$10 
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row $50
Heated front seats $200
Leather seating surfaces $900
Partial leather seating sufaces$450 
Power recliner, driver seat $100
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Alloy wheels $350
Performance steering system (optional)$0 
Polished alloy wheels$350 
Sport suspension (upgrade)$0 
Total Value of Features$2,225$3,400
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$1,175
Value of Feature Adjustments0-1,078

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Specifications Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Hyundai Sonata

Model Year20062006
ModelMalibuSonata
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase106.3 in107.4 in
Length188.3 in188.9 in
Width69.9 in72.1 in
Height57.5 in58.0 in
Curb Weight3,315 lb.3,458 lb.
Fuel Capacity16.3 gal.17.7 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.6 in40.1 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room56.7 in57.4 in
Row 1 Hip Room53.2 in55.5 in
Row 1 Legroom41.9 in43.7 in
Row 2 Headroom37.6 in38.2 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room56.1 in56.9 in
Row 2 Hip Room52.4 in55.3 in
Row 2 Legroom38.5 in37.4 in
Cargo Volume15.4 ft316.3 ft3

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Option Package Details
Hyundai Sonata LX

Package 3
FeatureValueRequested?
Sunroof900Yes
CD changer, in-dash200Yes
Total Requested1100100%
Total Not Requested00%

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