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Chevrolet Malibu vs. Lexus RX Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Chevrolet Malibu vs. Lexus RX Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $27,005

Chevrolet Malibu Maxx SS   
Difference: $20,460

Lowest Total Invoice: $25,220

Chevrolet Malibu Maxx SS   
Difference: $19,149

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20062012
ModelMalibuRX
TrimMaxx SS350
Body4dr Hatch4dr SUV
Base Price $23,265 $39,075
Base Invoice $21,986 $36,537
Satellite radio 325  
CD changer, in-dash 300  
Telematics service, such as OnStar 695  
Sunroof 800  
Entertainment system, console-mounted 995  
Entertainment system with dual headrest screens   2,540
Navigation Package   2,465
Premium Package   2,400
Unbranded 12 speakers   110
Satellite radio 293  
CD changer, in-dash 249  
Telematics service, such as OnStar 577  
Sunroof 664  
Entertainment system, console-mounted 826  
Entertainment system with dual headrest screens   2,336
Navigation Package   2,277
Premium Package   2,244
Unbranded 12 speakers   100
Options (change) 3,115 7,515
Options (change) 2,609 6,957
Destination 625 875
Total Price $27,005 $47,465
Total Invoice $25,220 $44,369

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Lexus RX

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Chevrolet Malibu Maxx SS
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $14,680
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $13,746
Model Year20062012
ModelMalibuRX
TrimMaxx SS350
Body4dr Hatch4dr SUV
Engine240hp V6275hp V6
TransmissionT4T6
DrivetrainFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)19/26 MPG18/25 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 6?, 12
Tire (rear if not all the same)225/50-18235/60-18
Total Price$27,005$47,465
Adjustments for Features0-5,780
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$27,005$41,685
Total Invoice$25,220$44,369
Adjustments for Features0-5,403
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$25,220$38,966

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Features Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Lexus RX

Model Year20062012
ModelMalibuRX
TrimMaxx SS350
Body4dr Hatch4dr SUV
Transmission and Drivetrain 
4-speed manually-shiftable automatic$900 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic $1100
FWD$0$0
Accessories 
AC power outlet $100
Power liftgate $350
Power-adjustable pedals$125 
Proximity key $250
Remote start$150 
Remote window/roof operation $15
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
Brake assist $50
Knee airbag, driver $75
Knee airbag, passenger $75
Rear side airbags $300
Rearview camera $200
Rollover sensor $50
Stability control $400
Tire-pressure monitor $75
Cargo Management 
Cargo cover $75
Cargo net$40 
Cargo shelf, height-adjustable$100 
Overhead sunglass holder $25
Roof rails $250
Climate Control 
Dual-zone climate control $125
Interior air filter $0
Rear air vents $100
Water-repellent front-door glass $15
Exterior 
Body kit$0 
Bodyside moldings$75 
Deep-tinted rear windows $275
Glass roof panel(s)$300 
Laminated front side windows $200
Infotainment 
Aux input $50
Bluetooth audio streaming $25
Bluetooth cell phone link $100
DVD-compatible player $0
Entertainment system with dual headrest screens $1200
Entertainment system, console-mounted$1000 
MP3-compatible player $50
Navigation system $600
Traffic information $25
Voice control for nav and audio $100
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror $75
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror $75
Auto-dimming rearview mirror $150
Compass $0
Heated mirrors $25
Illuminated visor mirror, passenger $50
Mirror tilt-down in reverse $25
Turn signals on or near mirrors $25
Visor mirror, passenger$10 
Seats and Interior Trim 
Leather seating surfaces $900
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat$50 
Memory system, driver seat $200
Partial leather seating sufaces$450 
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat $100
Power height adjuster, passenger seat $100
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat $100
Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat $100
Power recliner, driver seat $100
Power recliner, passenger seat $100
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat $100
Wood trim $300
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Alloy wheels $350
Performance steering system (optional)$0 
Polished alloy wheels$350 
Sport suspension (upgrade)$0 
Total Value of Features$3,800$9,580
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$5,780
Value of Feature Adjustments0-5,403

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Specifications Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Lexus RX

Model Year20062012
ModelMalibuRX
Body4dr Hatch4dr SUV
Wheelbase112.3 in107.9 in
Length187.8 in187.8 in
Width69.8 in74.2 in
Height58.1 in66.3 in
Curb Weight3,476 lb.4,178 lb.
Fuel Capacity16.3 gal.19.2 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.4 in39.1 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room56.7 in58.0 in
Row 1 Hip Room53.5 in55.6 in
Row 1 Legroom41.9 in43.1 in
Row 2 Headroom39.4 in37.7 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room55.5 in57.6 in
Row 2 Hip Room52.4 in54.5 in
Row 2 Legroom41.0 in36.8 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum
22.8 ft340.0 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum
41.0 ft380.3 ft3

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Option Package Details
Lexus RX 350

Entertainment system with dual headrest screens
FeatureValueRequested?
Entertainment system with dual headrest screens1200No
AC power outlet100No
DVD-compatible player0No
A/V input jacks25No
Total Requested00%
Total Not Requested1325100%
Navigation Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600No
Rearview camera200No
Voice control for nav and audio100No
Traffic information25No
Total Requested00%
Total Not Requested925100%
Premium Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces900No
Sunroof900Yes
Memory system, driver seat200No
Power liftgate350No
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror75No
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror75No
Upholstered door panels, leather250No
USB port25No
Total Requested90032%
Total Not Requested187568%

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