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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: $2,930

Lowest Total Invoice: $23,416

Chevrolet Malibu SS   
Difference: $2,848

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year200620112011
ModelMalibuSonataSonata
TrimSSSE 2.0TLimited 2.0T
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $22,865 $24,345 $27,245
Base Invoice $21,608 $23,026 $25,465
Satellite radio 325    
Sunroof 800    
CD changer, in-dash 300    
Navigation and Sunroof Package   2,600  
Cargo net   50 50
Floor mats   100 100
Satellite radio 270    
Sunroof 664    
CD changer, in-dash 249    
Navigation and Sunroof Package   2,366  
Cargo net   41 41
Floor mats   81 81
Options (change) 1,425 2,750 150
Options (change) 1,183 2,488 122
Destination 625 750 750
Total Price $24,915 $27,845 $28,145
Total Invoice $23,416 $26,264 $26,337

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Hyundai Sonata

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Chevrolet Malibu SS
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $815
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $661
Model Year200620112011
ModelMalibuSonataSonata
TrimSSSE 2.0TLimited 2.0T
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine240hp V6274hp I4274hp I4
TransmissionT4T6T6
DrivetrainFWDFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)19/26 MPG22/33 MPG22/33 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 6360, 7360, 7
Tire (rear if not all the same)225/50-18225/45-18225/45-18
Total Price$24,915$27,845$28,145
Adjustments for Features0-1,690-2,415
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$24,915$26,155$25,730
Cost Above Minimum$0$425$0
Total Invoice$23,416$26,264$26,337
Adjustments for Features0-1,594-2,260
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$23,416$24,670$24,077
Cost Above Minimum$0$593$0

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Features Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Hyundai Sonata

Model Year200620112011
ModelMalibuSonataSonata
TrimSSSE 2.0TLimited 2.0T
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
4-speed manually-shiftable automatic$900  
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic $1100$1100
FWD$0$0$0
Accessories 
Power-adjustable pedals$125  
Proximity key $250$250
Remote start$150  
Universal garage door opener  $100
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats $0$0
Brake assist $50$50
Stability control $400$400
Tire-pressure monitor $75$75
Cargo Management 
Overhead sunglass holder $25$25
Climate Control 
Dual-zone climate control $125$125
Interior air filter $0$0
Rear air vents  $100
Exterior 
Body kit$0  
Bodyside moldings$75  
Rear spoiler$200  
Infotainment 
Aux input $50$50
Bluetooth audio streaming $25 
Bluetooth cell phone link $100$100
CD changer, in-dash$325 $325
CD player $125 
HD radio  $50
MP3-compatible player $50$50
Navigation system $600 
Traffic + travel information $25 
Voice control for nav and audio $100 
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Auto-dimming rearview mirror  $150
Compass  $0
Heated mirrors $25$25
Illuminated visor mirror, passenger $50$50
Turn signals on or near mirrors  $25
Visor mirror, passenger$10  
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row $50$50
Heated front seats  $200
Heated second row seats  $200
Leather seating surfaces  $900
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat$50  
Partial leather seating sufaces$450$450 
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat $100$100
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 
Transmission 
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls $100$100
Total Value of Features$2,635$4,325$5,050
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$1,690$2,415
Value of Feature Adjustments0-1,594-2,260

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Specifications Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Hyundai Sonata

Model Year20062011
ModelMalibuSonata
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase106.3 in110.0 in
Length188.3 in189.8 in
Width69.9 in72.2 in
Height57.5 in57.9 in
Curb Weight3,315 lb.3,338 lb.
Fuel Capacity16.3 gal.18.5 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.6 in40.0 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room56.7 in57.9 in
Row 1 Hip Room53.2 in55.2 in
Row 1 Legroom41.9 in45.5 in
Row 2 Headroom37.6 in37.8 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room56.1 in56.7 in
Row 2 Hip Room52.4 in54.9 in
Row 2 Legroom38.5 in34.6 in
Cargo Volume15.4 ft316.4 ft3

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Option Package Details
Hyundai Sonata SE 2.0T

Navigation and Sunroof Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Sunroof900Yes
Dimension, 360W, 7 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Bluetooth audio streaming25No
Navigation system600No
Voice control for nav and audio100No
Traffic + travel information25No
Total Requested90045%
Total Not Requested110055%

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