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Chevrolet Malibu vs. Lexus ES Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Chevrolet Malibu vs. Lexus ES Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $29,360

Chevrolet Malibu LTZ   
Difference: $17,433

Lowest Total Invoice: $27,787

Chevrolet Malibu LTZ   
Difference: $15,802

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20122017
ModelMalibuES
TrimLTZ300h
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $28,600 $41,820
Base Invoice $27,027 $39,171
Luxury Package   1,670
Sunshade, rear, power   210
Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel   300
Obstacle detection, rear   500
LED headlights   515
Cargo mat   105
Bodyside moldings   199
Remote start   499
Luxury Package   1,536
Sunshade, rear, power   192
Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel   276
Obstacle detection, rear   460
LED headlights   473
Cargo mat   65
Bodyside moldings   131
Remote start   310
Options (change) 0 3,998
Options (change) 0 3,443
Destination 760 975
Total Price $29,360 $46,793
Total Invoice $27,787 $43,589

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Lexus ES

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Chevrolet Malibu LTZ
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $11,103
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $9,905
Model Year20122017
ModelMalibuES
TrimLTZ300h
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine169hp I4156hp I4 H
TransmissionT6CVT-6
DrivetrainFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)26/38 MPG40/39 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 8?, 8
Tire (rear if not all the same)225/50-18215/55-17
Total Price$29,360$46,793
Adjustments for Features0-6,330
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$29,360$40,463
Total Invoice$27,787$43,589
Adjustments for Features0-5,897
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$27,787$37,692

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Features Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Lexus ES

Model Year20122017
ModelMalibuES
TrimLTZ300h
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1100 
6-speed manually-shiftable CVT $1100
FWD$0$0
Accessories 
AC power outlet$100 
Adaptive cruise control $600
Cruise control$150 
Proximity key $250
Remote app $25
Remote window/roof operation $15
Sunshade, rear, power $225
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual$250 
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power $350
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
Forward collision warning $200
Knee airbag, driver $75
Knee airbag, passenger $75
Lane departure prevention, steering-based $200
Lane departure warning $200
Obstacle detection, front $150
Obstacle detection, rear $250
Pedestrian detection $50
Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system $0
Rear side airbags $300
Rearview camera $200
Cargo Management 
Overhead sunglass holder $25
Rear seat pass-through $100
Climate Control 
Automatic air recirculation $100
Dual-zone climate control $125
Interior air filter $0
Rain-sensing wipers $175
Rear air vents $100
Variable intermittent wipers$75 
Water-repellent front-door glass $15
Engine / Motor 
Automatic start / stop $150
Exterior 
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)$25 
Laminated front side windows$200 
Rear spoiler $200
Infotainment 
Bluetooth audio streaming $25
HD radio $50
Navigation app $50
Siri Eyes Free support $0
Telematics service, such as OnStar $200
Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation$225 
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Analog clock $25
Auto-dimming headlights $200
LED headlights $1000
Mirror tilt-down in reverse $25
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
Folding second row seats$300 
Leather-wrapped steering wheel$150 
Memory system, driver seat $200
Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat $100
Power recliner, passenger seat $100
Wood trim $300
Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel $150
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Electronic systems calibration selector $200
Total Value of Features$2,575$8,905
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$6,330
Value of Feature Adjustments0-5,897

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Specifications Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Lexus ES

Model Year20122017
ModelMalibuES
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase112.3 in111.0 in
Length191.8 in192.7 in
Width70.3 in71.7 in
Height57.1 in57.1 in
Curb Weight3,620 lb.3,638 lb.
Fuel Capacity16.0 gal.17.2 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.4 in37.5 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room55.9 in57.6 in
Row 1 Hip Room53.0 in54.8 in
Row 1 Legroom42.2 in41.9 in
Row 2 Headroom37.2 in37.5 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room53.9 in55.0 in
Row 2 Hip Room52.1 in53.8 in
Row 2 Legroom37.6 in40.0 in
Cargo Volume15.1 ft315.2 ft3

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Option Package Details
Lexus ES 300h

Obstacle detection, rear
FeatureValueRequested?
Obstacle detection, rear250No
Obstacle detection, front150No
Total Requested00%
Total Not Requested400100%
Luxury Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Heated front seats200Yes
Cooled or ventilated front seats300No
Wood trim300No
Total Requested110065%
Total Not Requested60035%

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