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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: $29,360

Chevrolet Malibu LTZ   
Difference: $2,380

Lowest Total Invoice: $27,787

Chevrolet Malibu LTZ   
Difference: $2,054

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20122011
ModelMalibuSonata
TrimLTZHybrid
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $28,600 $25,795
Base Invoice $27,027 $24,383
Premium Package   5,000
Floor mats   100
Cargo mat   95
Premium Package   4,550
Floor mats   81
Cargo mat   77
Options (change) 0 5,195
Options (change) 0 4,708
Destination 760 750
Total Price $29,360 $31,740
Total Invoice $27,787 $29,841

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Hyundai Sonata

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Chevrolet Malibu LTZ
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $1,330
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $1,067
Model Year20122011
ModelMalibuSonata
TrimLTZHybrid
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine169hp I4166hp I4 H
TransmissionT6T6
DrivetrainFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)26/38 MPG34/39 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 8400, 9
Tire (rear if not all the same)225/50-18215/55-17
Total Price$29,360$31,740
Adjustments for Features0-1,050
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$29,360$30,690
Total Invoice$27,787$29,841
Adjustments for Features0-987
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$27,787$28,854

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Features Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Hyundai Sonata

Model Year20122011
ModelMalibuSonata
TrimLTZHybrid
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1100$1100
FWD$0$0
Accessories 
AC power outlet$100 
Proximity key $250
Remote start$150 
Universal garage door opener $100
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats $0
Rearview camera $200
Temporary spare tire$150 
Cargo Management 
Overhead sunglass holder $25
Rear seat pass-through $100
Climate Control 
Dual-zone climate control $125
Interior air filter $0
Rear air vents $100
Exterior 
Bodyside moldings$75 
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)$25 
Laminated front side windows$200 
Panoramic sunroof $1200
Sunroof$900 
Infotainment 
Bluetooth audio streaming $25
HD radio $50
Navigation system $600
Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation$225 
Traffic + travel information $25
Voice control for nav and audio $100
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Detailed driving style feedback $100
Large energy flow and fuel economy display $25
Tachometer$75 
Trip computer $150
Turn signals on or near mirrors $25
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row $50
Folding second row seats$300 
Heated second row seats $200
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat$100 
Power height adjuster, passenger seat$100 
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat$100 
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Adaptive dampers - mechanical $100
Total Value of Features$3,600$4,650
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$1,050
Value of Feature Adjustments0-987

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

Specifications Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Hyundai Sonata

Model Year20122011
ModelMalibuSonata
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase112.3 in110.0 in
Length191.8 in189.8 in
Width70.3 in72.2 in
Height57.1 in57.9 in
Curb Weight3,620 lb.3,457 lb.
Fuel Capacity16.0 gal.18.5 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.4 in40.0 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room55.9 in57.9 in
Row 1 Hip Room53.0 in55.2 in
Row 1 Legroom42.2 in45.5 in
Row 2 Headroom37.2 in37.8 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room53.9 in56.7 in
Row 2 Hip Room52.1 in54.9 in
Row 2 Legroom37.6 in34.6 in
Cargo Volume15.1 ft316.4 ft3

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

Option Package Details
Hyundai Sonata Hybrid

Premium Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Panoramic sunroof1200No
215/55VR17 tires400No
Rearview camera200No
Infinity, 400W, 9 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Compass0Yes
HD radio50No
Door sill trim plates100Yes
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Heated front seats200Yes
Heated second row seats200No
Universal garage door opener100No
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Leather-wrapped steering wheel150Yes
Navigation system600No
Voice control for nav and audio100No
Traffic + travel information25No
Bluetooth audio streaming25No
Total Requested150032%
Total Not Requested325068%

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