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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: $23,570

Chevrolet Malibu Hybrid   
Difference: $7,490

Lowest Total Invoice: $22,201

Chevrolet Malibu Hybrid   
Difference: $6,991

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20082016
ModelMalibuSonata
TrimHybridHybrid Limited
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $23,895 $30,100
Base Invoice $22,581 $28,257
Driver Convenience Package 325  
Floor mats   125
Driver Convenience Package 270  
Floor mats   100
Options (change) 325 125
Options (change) 270 100
Destination 650 835
Gas Tax -1,300 0
Total Price $23,570 $31,060
Total Invoice $22,201 $29,192

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Hyundai Sonata

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Chevrolet Malibu Hybrid
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $1,835
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $1,676
Model Year20082016
ModelMalibuSonata
TrimHybridHybrid Limited
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine164hp I4 H154hp I4 H
TransmissionA4T6
DrivetrainFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)24/32 MPG40/44 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 6?, 6
Tire (rear if not all the same)215/60-16215/55-17
Total Price$23,570$31,060
Adjustments for Features0-5,655
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$23,570$25,405
Total Invoice$22,201$29,192
Adjustments for Features0-5,315
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$22,201$23,877

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Features Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Hyundai Sonata

Model Year20082016
ModelMalibuSonata
TrimHybridHybrid Limited
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
4-speed automatic$800 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic $1100
FWD$0$0
Accessories 
Heated steering wheel $100
Power-adjustable pedals$125 
Proximity key $250
Proximity trunk or liftgate opener $125
Remote app $25
Sunshades, second row $125
Universal garage door opener $100
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats $0
Blind spot warning system $200
Cross-traffic warning, rear $100
Knee airbag, driver $75
Rearview camera $200
Rollover sensor $50
Temporary spare tire$150 
Vehicle health reports $0
Cargo Management 
Overhead sunglass holder $25
Climate Control 
Dual-zone climate control $125
Interior air filter $0
Rear air vents $100
Engine / Motor 
Automatic start / stop $150
Exterior 
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)$25 
Laminated front side windows$200 
Rear spoiler $200
Infotainment 
Android Auto support $100
Bluetooth audio streaming $25
Bluetooth cell phone link $100
USB port $25
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Auto-dimming rearview mirror $150
Compass $0
Detailed driving style feedback $100
Heated mirrors $25
Illuminated visor mirror, driver $50
Illuminated visor mirror, passenger $50
Large energy flow and fuel economy display $25
Tachometer$75 
Trip computer $150
Visor mirror, driver$10 
Visor mirror, passenger$10 
Xenon HID headlights $500
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row $50
Cooled or ventilated front seats $300
Heated front seats $200
Heated second row seats $200
Leather seating surfaces $900
Leather-wrapped steering wheel $150
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat$50 
Memory system, driver seat $200
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat $150
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat $100
Power height adjuster, passenger seat $100
Power recliner, driver seat $100
Power recliner, passenger seat $100
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Electronic systems calibration selector $200
Total Value of Features$1,445$7,100
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$5,655
Value of Feature Adjustments0-5,315

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Specifications Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Hyundai Sonata

Model Year20082016
ModelMalibuSonata
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase112.3 in110.4 in
Length191.8 in191.1 in
Width70.3 in73.4 in
Height57.1 in58.1 in
Curb Weight3,550 lb.3,497 lb.
Fuel Capacity16.0 gal.18.5 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.4 in40.4 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room55.9 in57.9 in
Row 1 Hip Room53.0 in55.3 in
Row 1 Legroom42.2 in45.5 in
Row 2 Headroom37.2 in38.0 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room53.9 in56.5 in
Row 2 Hip Room52.1 in56.1 in
Row 2 Legroom37.6 in35.6 in
Cargo Volume15.1 ft316.3 ft3

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

Option Package Details
Chevrolet Malibu Hybrid

Driver Convenience Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power-adjustable pedals125No
Total Requested20062%
Total Not Requested12538%

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