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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: $24,915

Chevrolet Malibu SS   
Difference: $1,645

Lowest Total Invoice: $23,416

Chevrolet Malibu SS   
Difference: $1,657

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year200620102010
ModelMalibuSonataSonata
TrimSSSELimited
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $22,865 $22,050 $24,550
Base Invoice $21,608 $20,867 $22,959
Satellite radio 325    
Sunroof 800    
CD changer, in-dash 300    
Premium Package   1,650  
Cargo net   50 50
Floor mats   90 90
3.3L V6   2,000 2,000
Satellite radio 270    
Sunroof 664    
CD changer, in-dash 249    
Premium Package   1,502  
Cargo net   41 41
Floor mats   73 73
3.3L V6   1,870 1,850
Options (change) 1,425 3,790 2,140
Options (change) 1,183 3,486 1,964
Destination 625 720 720
Total Price $24,915 $26,560 $27,410
Total Invoice $23,416 $25,073 $25,643

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Hyundai Sonata

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Chevrolet Malibu SS
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $1,005
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $856
Model Year200620102010
ModelMalibuSonataSonata
TrimSSSELimited
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine240hp V6249hp V6249hp V6
TransmissionT4T5T5
DrivetrainFWDFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)19/26 MPG19/29 MPG19/29 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 6240, 7360, 7
Tire (rear if not all the same)225/50-18215/55-17215/55-17
Total Price$24,915$26,560$27,410
Adjustments for Features0-640-1,465
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$24,915$25,920$25,945
Cost Above Minimum$0$0$25
Total Invoice$23,416$25,073$25,643
Adjustments for Features0-604-1,371
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$23,416$24,469$24,272
Cost Above Minimum$0$197$0

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Features Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Hyundai Sonata

Model Year200620102010
ModelMalibuSonataSonata
TrimSSSELimited
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
4-speed manually-shiftable automatic$900  
5-speed manually-shiftable automatic $1000$1000
FWD$0$0$0
Accessories 
Power-adjustable pedals$125  
Remote start$150  
Universal garage door opener $100$100
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats $0$0
Stability control $400$400
Tire-pressure monitor $75$75
Cargo Management 
Overhead sunglass holder $25$25
Climate Control 
Automatic climate control, front$200 $200
Dual-zone climate control  $125
Interior air filter $0$0
Exterior 
Body kit$0  
Rear spoiler$200$200 
Infotainment 
Aux input $50$50
MP3-compatible player $50$50
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Auto-dimming rearview mirror $150$150
Compass $0$0
Heated mirrors $25$25
Illuminated visor mirror, passenger $50$50
Outside temperature display$50 $50
Visor mirror, passenger$10  
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row $50$50
Heated front seats  $200
Leather seating surfaces  $900
Partial leather seating sufaces$450$450 
Power recliner, driver seat $100$100
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Alloy wheels $350$350
Performance steering system (optional)$0  
Polished alloy wheels$350  
Sport suspension (upgrade)$0$0 
Total Value of Features$2,435$3,075$3,900
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$640$1,465
Value of Feature Adjustments0-604-1,371

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

Specifications Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Hyundai Sonata

Model Year20062010
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.3,494 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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See a complete comparison of Chevrolet Malibu vs. Hyundai Sonata specs.

Option Package Details
Hyundai Sonata SE

Premium Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Sunroof900Yes
CD changer, in-dash200Yes
Universal garage door opener100No
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150No
Compass0No
Unbranded, 240W, 7 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Total Requested110065%
Total Not Requested60035%

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