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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: $3,455

Lowest Total Invoice: $27,787

Chevrolet Malibu LTZ   
Difference: $2,981

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20122015
ModelMalibuSonata
TrimLTZHybrid Limited
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $28,600 $29,500
Base Invoice $27,027 $27,703
Premium Package   2,250
Cargo mat   115
Floor mats   125
Premium Package   2,048
Cargo mat   92
Floor mats   100
Options (change) 0 2,490
Options (change) 0 2,240
Destination 760 825
Total Price $29,360 $32,815
Total Invoice $27,787 $30,768

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Hyundai Sonata

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Chevrolet Malibu LTZ
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $1,805
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $1,434
Model Year20122015
ModelMalibuSonata
TrimLTZHybrid Limited
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine169hp I4159hp I4 H
TransmissionT6T6
DrivetrainFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)26/38 MPG36/40 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 8400, 9
Tire (rear if not all the same)225/50-18215/55-17
Total Price$29,360$32,815
Adjustments for Features0-1,650
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$29,360$31,165
Total Invoice$27,787$30,768
Adjustments for Features0-1,547
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$27,787$29,221

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Features Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Hyundai Sonata

Model Year20122015
ModelMalibuSonata
TrimLTZHybrid Limited
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 app $25
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 
Vehicle health reports $0
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
Engine / Motor 
Automatic start / stop $150
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
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
Electronic systems calibration selector $200
Total Value of Features$3,375$5,025
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$1,650
Value of Feature Adjustments0-1,547

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Specifications Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Hyundai Sonata

Model Year20122015
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 Weight3,620 lb.3,508 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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Option Package Details
Hyundai Sonata Hybrid Limited

Premium Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600No
Panoramic sunroof1200No
Voice control for nav and audio100No
Traffic + travel information25No
Infinity, 400W, 9 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Total Requested00%
Total Not Requested2275100%

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