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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: $23,570

Chevrolet Malibu Hybrid   
Difference: $14,955

Lowest Total Invoice: $22,201

Chevrolet Malibu Hybrid   
Difference: $12,366

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20082009
ModelMalibuRX
TrimHybrid350
Body4dr Sedan4dr SUV
Base Price $23,895 $37,700
Base Invoice $22,581 $33,742
Driver Convenience Package 325  
Driver Convenience Package 270  
Options (change) 325 0
Options (change) 270 0
Destination 650 825
Gas Tax -1,300 0
Total Price $23,570 $38,525
Total Invoice $22,201 $34,567

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Lexus RX

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Chevrolet Malibu Hybrid
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $11,605
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $9,360
Model Year20082009
ModelMalibuRX
TrimHybrid350
Body4dr Sedan4dr SUV
Engine164hp I4 H270hp V6
TransmissionA4A5
DrivetrainFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)24/32 MPG27/24 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 6132, 8
Tire (rear if not all the same)215/60-16225/65-17
Total Price$23,570$38,525
Adjustments for Features0-3,350
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$23,570$35,175
Total Invoice$22,201$34,567
Adjustments for Features0-3,006
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$22,201$31,561

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Features Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Lexus RX

Model Year20082009
ModelMalibuRX
TrimHybrid350
Body4dr Sedan4dr SUV
Transmission and Drivetrain 
4-speed automatic$800 
5-speed automatic $900
FWD$0$0
Accessories 
Power liftgate $350
Power-adjustable pedals$125 
Remote window/roof operation $15
Tilt steering wheel, manual $150
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual$250 
Universal garage door opener $100
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Full-size spare tire $225
Knee airbag, driver $75
Rollover sensor $50
Temporary spare tire$150 
Cargo Management 
Cargo cover $75
Overhead sunglass holder $25
Climate Control 
Automatic air recirculation $100
Dual-zone climate control $125
Interior air filter $0
Rear air vents $100
Rear wiper $175
Water-repellent front-door glass $15
Exterior 
Body kit (gray/black) $0
Bodyside moldings $75
Deep-tinted rear windows $275
Rear bumper protector $40
Rear spoiler $200
Infotainment 
Aux input$50 
CD changer, in-dash $325
CD player$125 
Satellite radio$200 
Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation$225 
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror $75
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror $75
Auto-dimming rearview mirror $150
Compass $0
Fog lights $125
Heated mirrors $25
Illuminated visor mirror, driver $50
Illuminated visor mirror, passenger $50
Mirror tilt-down in reverse $25
Trip computer $150
Turn signals on or near mirrors$25 
Visor mirror, driver$10 
Visor mirror, passenger$10 
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row $50
Manual fore-aft adjuster, second row seats $75
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat$50 
Manual recliner, second row seats $75
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat $100
Power height adjuster, passenger seat $100
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat $100
Power recliner, driver seat $100
Power recliner, passenger seat $100
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat $100
Wood trim $300
Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel $150
Total Value of Features$2,020$5,370
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$3,350
Value of Feature Adjustments0-3,006

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See a complete comparison of Chevrolet Malibu vs. Lexus RX features.

Specifications Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Lexus RX

Model Year20082009
ModelMalibuRX
Body4dr Sedan4dr SUV
Wheelbase112.3 in106.9 in
Length191.8 in186.2 in
Width70.3 in72.6 in
Height57.1 in66.1 in
Curb Weight3,550 lb.4,190 lb.
Fuel Capacity16.0 gal.19.2 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.4 in39.4 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room55.9 in57.9 in
Row 1 Hip Room53.0 in55.6 in
Row 1 Legroom42.2 in42.5 in
Row 2 Headroom37.2 in38.6 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room53.9 in57.1 in
Row 2 Hip Room52.1 in55.1 in
Row 2 Legroom37.6 in36.4 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum		15.1 ft338.3 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum		15.184.7 ft3

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See a complete comparison of Chevrolet Malibu vs. Lexus RX specs.

Option Package Details
Chevrolet Malibu Hybrid

Driver Convenience Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power-adjustable pedals125No
Total Requested20062%
Total Not Requested12538%

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