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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: $25,610

Chevrolet Malibu SS   
Difference: $410

Lowest Total Invoice: $23,993

Chevrolet Malibu SS   
Difference: $619

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year200620122012
ModelMalibuSonataSonata
TrimSSSE 2.0TLimited 2.0T
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $22,865 $24,745 $28,195
Base Invoice $21,608 $23,400 $26,345
Telematics service, such as OnStar 695    
Satellite radio 325    
Sunroof 800    
CD changer, in-dash 300    
Cargo net   50 50
Floor mats   100 100
Remote start   350 350
Telematics service, such as OnStar 577    
Satellite radio 270    
Sunroof 664    
CD changer, in-dash 249    
Cargo net   41 41
Floor mats   80 80
Remote start   316 316
Options (change) 2,120 500 500
Options (change) 1,760 437 437
Destination 625 775 775
Total Price $25,610 $26,020 $29,470
Total Invoice $23,993 $24,612 $27,557

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Hyundai Sonata

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Chevrolet Malibu SS
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $170
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $392
Model Year200620122012
ModelMalibuSonataSonata
TrimSSSE 2.0TLimited 2.0T
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine240hp V6274hp I4274hp I4
TransmissionT4T6T6
DrivetrainFWDFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)19/26 MPG22/34 MPG22/34 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 6104, 6360, 7
Tire (rear if not all the same)225/50-18225/45-18225/45-18
Total Price$25,610$26,020$29,470
Adjustments for Features0-240-2,915
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$25,610$25,780$26,555
Cost Above Minimum$0$0$775
Total Invoice$23,993$24,612$27,557
Adjustments for Features0-227-2,726
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$23,993$24,385$24,831
Cost Above Minimum$0$0$446

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Features Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Hyundai Sonata

Model Year200620122012
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 app $25$25
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  
Panoramic sunroof  $1200
Rear spoiler$200  
Sunroof$900  
Infotainment 
Aux input $50$50
Bluetooth cell phone link $100$100
CD changer, in-dash$325 $325
CD player $125 
HD radio  $50
MP3-compatible player $50$50
Telematics service, such as OnStar$200  
Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation $225$225
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$3,585$3,825$6,500
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$240$2,915
Value of Feature Adjustments0-227-2,726

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Specifications Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Hyundai Sonata

Model Year20062012
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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