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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: $23,395

Chevrolet Malibu LT   
Difference: $3,475

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year200620062020
ModelMalibuMalibuSonata
TrimLTLTZSEL
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $17,865 $23,065 $25,700
2LT Equipment Group 2,200    
Luxury and Convenience Package 995    
Side curtain airbags 690    
Satellite radio 325 325  
Telematics service, such as OnStar 695    
Cargo net     50
Floor mats     125
2LT Equipment Group 2,035    
Luxury and Convenience Package 826    
Side curtain airbags 573    
Satellite radio 270 270  
Telematics service, such as OnStar 577    
Cargo net     41
Floor mats     100
Options (change) 4,905 325 175
Options (change) 4,281 270 141
Destination 625 625 995
Total Price $23,395 $24,015 $26,870

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Hyundai Sonata

Lowest Adjusted Price: Chevrolet Malibu LTZ
Lowest Adjusted Invoice: Hyundai Sonata SEL
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $2,130
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $19,872
Model Year200620062020
ModelMalibuMalibuSonata
TrimLTLTZSEL
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine201hp V6201hp V6191hp I4
TransmissionT4T4T8
DrivetrainFWDFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)22/32 MPG22/32 MPG28/38 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 6?, 6?, 6
Tire (rear if not all the same)215/60-16225/50-17215/55-17
Total Price$23,395$24,015$26,870
Adjustments for Features0-1,900-2,625
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$23,395$22,115$24,245
Cost Above Minimum$1,280$0$0

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Features Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Hyundai Sonata

Model Year200620062020
ModelMalibuMalibuSonata
TrimLTLTZSEL
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
4-speed manually-shiftable automatic$900$900 
8-speed manually-shiftable automatic  $1300
FWD$0$0$0
Accessories 
Power-adjustable pedals $125 
Proximity key  $250
Proximity trunk or liftgate opener  $125
Remote app  $25
Remote climate control  $25
Remote start$150$150 
Remote start via app  $75
Universal garage door opener $100 
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats  $0
Blind spot warning system  $200
Brake assist  $50
Cross-traffic warning, rear  $100
Knee airbag, driver  $75
Rearview camera  $200
Rollover sensor  $50
Stability control  $400
Tire-pressure monitor  $75
Vehicle health reports  $0
Cargo Management 
Overhead sunglass holder  $25
Climate Control 
Automatic climate control, front $200 
Interior air filter  $0
Exterior 
Bodyside moldings$75$75 
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)  $25
Rear spoiler $200 
Infotainment 
Android Auto support  $100
Apple CarPlay support  $100
Aux input  $50
Bluetooth audio streaming  $25
Bluetooth cell phone link  $100
CD player$125$125 
HD radio  $50
Telematics service, such as OnStar$200$200 
Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation  $225
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Auto-dimming rearview mirror$150$150 
Compass$0$0 
Fog lights$125$125 
Heated mirrors $25$25
Turn signals on or near mirrors  $25
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row  $50
Folding passenger seat$150$150 
Leather seating surfaces $900 
Manual height adjuster, passenger seat  $50
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat$50$50 
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
Chrome-clad steel wheels$0  
Electronic systems calibration selector  $200
Polished alloy wheels $350 
Total Value of Features$1,925$3,825$4,550
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$1,900$2,625
Value of Feature Adjustments0-1,795-111

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Specifications Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Hyundai Sonata

Model Year20062020
ModelMalibuSonata
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase106.3 in111.8 in
Length188.3 in192.9 in
Width69.9 in73.2 in
Height57.5 in56.9 in
Curb Weight3,297 lb.3,120 lb.
Fuel Capacity16.3 gal.15.9 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.6 in40.0 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room56.7 in57.9 in
Row 1 Hip Room53.2 in54.6 in
Row 1 Legroom41.9 in46.1 in
Row 2 Headroom37.6 in37.8 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room56.1 in56.1 in
Row 2 Hip Room52.4 in54.4 in
Row 2 Legroom38.5 in34.8 in
Cargo Volume15.4 ft316.3 ft3

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Option Package Details
Chevrolet Malibu LT

2LT Equipment Group
FeatureValueRequested?
4-wheel disc brakes150Yes
Antilock brakes (ABS)400Yes
Traction control100Yes
3.5L V6
OHV-2v
201 hp@5400
220 lb-ft@3200
1000Yes
Floor mats75Yes
Remote start150No
Total Requested172592%
Total Not Requested1508%
Luxury and Convenience Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Illuminated visor mirror, passenger40Yes
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150No
Fog lights125No
Compass0No
Chrome-clad steel wheels0No
Heated front seats200Yes
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Total Requested44062%
Total Not Requested27538%

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