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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: $30,470

Chevrolet Malibu LTZ   
Difference: $2,555

Lowest Total Invoice: $28,806

Chevrolet Malibu LTZ   
Difference: $2,352

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20112018
ModelMalibuSonata
TrimLTZLimited 2.0T
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $27,165 $31,900
Base Invoice $25,806 $30,081
3.6L V6 1,595  
Sunroof 850  
Temporary spare tire 100  
Cargo mat   115
Floor mats   125
3.6L V6 1,404  
Sunroof 748  
Temporary spare tire 88  
Cargo mat   92
Floor mats   100
Options (change) 2,545 240
Options (change) 2,240 192
Destination 760 885
Total Price $30,470 $33,025
Total Invoice $28,806 $31,158

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Hyundai Sonata

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Hyundai Sonata Limited 2.0T
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $4,045
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $3,875
Model Year20112018
ModelMalibuSonata
TrimLTZLimited 2.0T
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine252hp V6245hp I4
TransmissionT6T8
DrivetrainFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)17/26 MPG22/31 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 8400, 9
Tire (rear if not all the same)225/50-18235/45-18
Total Price$30,470$33,025
Adjustments for Features0-6,600
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$30,470$26,425
Total Invoice$28,806$31,158
Adjustments for Features0-6,227
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$28,806$24,931

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Features Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Hyundai Sonata

Model Year20112018
ModelMalibuSonata
TrimLTZLimited 2.0T
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1100 
8-speed manually-shiftable automatic $1300
FWD$0$0
Accessories 
AC power outlet$100 
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed $850
Cruise control$150 
Heated steering wheel $100
Proximity key $250
Proximity trunk or liftgate opener $125
Remote app $25
Remote climate control $25
Remote start$150 
Remote start via app $75
Sunshade, rear$125 
Sunshades, second row $125
Universal garage door opener $100
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats $0
Automatic braking, high-speed or partial $200
Automatic braking, low-speed $200
Blind spot warning system $200
Cross-traffic warning, rear $100
Forward collision warning $200
Knee airbag, driver $75
Lane departure prevention, steering-based $200
Lane departure warning $200
Obstacle detection, rear $250
Pedestrian detection $50
Rearview camera $200
Rollover sensor $50
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
Exterior 
Laminated front side windows$200 
Infotainment 
Android Auto support $100
App support $0
Apple CarPlay support $100
Bluetooth audio streaming $25
CD player$125 
HD radio $50
MP3-compatible player$50 
Navigation map updates, three years $0
Navigation system $600
Surround sound $250
Traffic + travel information $25
Voice control for nav and audio $100
Wireless charging station $75
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Auto-dimming headlights $200
Fog lights$125 
LED headlights, single projector or low beam only $750
Steering-linked headlights $150
Trip computer $150
Turn signals on or near mirrors $25
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row $50
Cooled or ventilated front seats $300
Memory system, driver seat $200
Metal pedals $75
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat $150
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat$100 
Power recliner, passenger seat $100
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat$100 
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Electronic systems calibration selector $200
Sport suspension (upgrade) $0
Transmission 
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls $100
Total Value of Features$2,325$8,925
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$6,600
Value of Feature Adjustments0-6,227

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Specifications Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Hyundai Sonata

Model Year20112018
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 Weight3,645 lb.3,492 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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