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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: $1,815

Lowest Total Invoice: $27,787

Chevrolet Malibu LTZ   
Difference: $1,497

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20122016
ModelMalibuSonata
TrimLTZHybrid Limited
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $28,600 $30,100
Base Invoice $27,027 $28,257
Cargo mat   115
Floor mats   125
Cargo mat   92
Floor mats   100
Options (change) 0 240
Options (change) 0 192
Destination 760 835
Total Price $29,360 $31,175
Total Invoice $27,787 $29,284

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Hyundai Sonata

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Hyundai Sonata Hybrid Limited
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $260
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $452
Model Year20122016
ModelMalibuSonata
TrimLTZHybrid Limited
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine169hp I4154hp I4 H
TransmissionT6T6
DrivetrainFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)26/38 MPG40/44 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 8?, 6
Tire (rear if not all the same)225/50-18215/55-17
Total Price$29,360$31,175
Adjustments for Features0-2,075
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$29,360$29,100
Total Invoice$27,787$29,284
Adjustments for Features0-1,949
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$27,787$27,335

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Features Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Hyundai Sonata

Model Year20122016
ModelMalibuSonata
TrimLTZHybrid Limited
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1100$1100
FWD$0$0
Accessories 
AC power outlet$100 
Heated steering wheel $100
Proximity key $250
Proximity trunk or liftgate opener $125
Remote app $25
Remote start$150 
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 
Bodyside moldings$75 
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)$25 
Laminated front side windows$200 
Rear spoiler $200
Sunroof$900 
Infotainment 
Android Auto support $100
Bluetooth audio streaming $25
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Detailed driving style feedback $100
Fog lights$125 
Large energy flow and fuel economy display $25
Tachometer$75 
Trip computer $150
Turn signals on or near mirrors $25
Xenon HID headlights $500
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row $50
Cooled or ventilated front seats $300
Heated second row seats $200
Memory system, driver seat $200
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
Total Value of Features$3,100$5,175
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$2,075
Value of Feature Adjustments0-1,949

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Specifications Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Hyundai Sonata

Model Year20122016
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.3,497 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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