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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: $36,310

Chevrolet Malibu Premier   
Difference: $13,905

Lowest Total Invoice: $34,669

Chevrolet Malibu Premier   
Difference: $12,211

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20182016201620162016
ModelMalibuRXRXRXRX
TrimPremier350350 F Sport450h450h F Sport
Body4dr Sedan4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr SUV
Base Price $30,975 $41,900 $50,275 $52,235 $57,095
Base Invoice $29,736 $39,177 $47,013 $49,101 $53,669
Sun and Wheels Package 2,270        
Driver Confidence Package 1,195        
Driver Confidence Package II 995        
Lexus Safety System+   635 635 635 635
Wood trim   400      
Premium Package   1,085      
Navigation Package   1,750 1,750    
Obstacle detection, rear   500 500    
Blind spot warning system   500 500    
Cargo mat   105 105 105 105
Heated steering wheel   150 150 150 150
Cooled or ventilated front seats   640      
Panoramic sunroof   1,600 500 500 500
Sun and Wheels Package 2,066        
Driver Confidence Package 1,087        
Driver Confidence Package II 905        
Lexus Safety System+   584 584 584 584
Wood trim   368      
Premium Package   999      
Navigation Package   1,619 1,619    
Obstacle detection, rear   460 460    
Blind spot warning system   460 460    
Cargo mat   63 63 63 63
Heated steering wheel   139 139 139 139
Cooled or ventilated front seats   589      
Panoramic sunroof   1,472 460 460 460
Options (change) 4,460 7,365 4,140 1,390 1,390
Options (change) 4,058 6,753 3,785 1,246 1,246
Destination 875 950 950 950 950
Total Price $36,310 $50,215 $55,365 $54,575 $59,435
Total Invoice $34,669 $46,880 $51,748 $51,297 $55,865

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Lexus RX

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Chevrolet Malibu Premier
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $10,765
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $9,280
Model Year20182016201620162016
ModelMalibuRXRXRXRX
TrimPremier350350 F Sport450h450h F Sport
Body4dr Sedan4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr SUV
Engine250hp I4295hp V6295hp V6259hp V6 H259hp V6 H
TransmissionT9T8T8CVT-6CVT-6
DrivetrainFWDFWDAWDFWDAWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 9?, 12?, 12?, 12?, 12
Tire (rear if not all the same)245/40-19235/65-18235/55-20235/65-18235/55-20
Total Price$36,310$50,215$55,365$54,575$59,435
Adjustments for Features0-3,140-5,615-2,990-5,540
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$36,310$47,075$49,750$51,585$53,895
Cost Above Minimum$0$0$2,675$4,510$6,820
Total Invoice$34,669$46,880$51,748$51,297$55,865
Adjustments for Features0-2,931-5,248-2,810-5,207
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$34,669$43,949$46,500$48,487$50,658
Cost Above Minimum$0$0$2,551$4,538$6,709

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Features Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Lexus RX

Model Year20182016201620162016
ModelMalibuRXRXRXRX
TrimPremier350350 F Sport450h450h F Sport
Body4dr Sedan4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr SUV
Transmission and Drivetrain 
9-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1400    
8-speed manually-shiftable automatic $1300$1300  
6-speed manually-shiftable CVT   $1100$1100
FWD$0$0 $0 
AWD  $1700 $1700
Accessories 
AC power outlet$100    
Electronic engine sound enhancement  $0  
Power liftgate $350$350$350$350
Remote start$150    
Remote window/roof operation $15$15$15$15
Semi-automated parking system$500    
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual$250    
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power $350$350$350$350
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats $0$0$0$0
Following distance indicator$25    
Lane departure prevention, steering-based$200    
Lane keeping assist $400$400$400$400
Safety key$5    
Temporary spare tire $150$150$150$150
Cargo Management 
Cargo cover $75$75$75$75
Overhead sunglass holder $25$25$25$25
Roof rails $250$250$250$250
Climate Control 
Automatic air recirculation $100$100$100$100
Rain-sensing wipers $175$175$175$175
Rear wiper $175$175$175$175
Variable intermittent wipers$75    
Water-repellent front-door glass $15$15$15$15
Engine / Motor 
Automatic start / stop   $150$150
Exterior 
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)$25$25$25  
Deep-tinted rear windows $275$275$275$275
Rear bumper protector $40$40$40$40
Rear spoiler $200$200$200$200
Self-repairing paint $0$0$0$0
Wheel-lip moldings $75$75$75$75
Infotainment 
4G LTE connectivity$0    
Android Auto support$100    
Apple CarPlay support$100    
CD player $125$125$125$125
DVD-compatible player $0$0$0$0
HD radio $50$50$50$50
MP3-compatible player $50$50$50$50
Siri Eyes Free support $0$0$0$0
Telematics service, such as OnStar $200$200$200$200
Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation$225    
Traffic + travel information $25$25$25$25
Voice control for external devices$0    
Wi-Fi hotspot$50    
Wireless charging station$75    
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Analog clock $25$25$25$25
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror $75$75$75$75
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror $75$75$75$75
Compass$0    
Fog lights $125$125$125$125
Interior ambient lighting$150 $150 $150
LED headlights, single projector or low beam only $750$750$750$750
Mirror tilt-down in reverse $25$25$25$25
Performance meter  $150 $150
Power-folding mirrors $50$50$50$50
Tachometer$75$75$75 $75
Seats and Interior Trim 
Aluminum trim  $100 $100
Leather door panel trim $250$250$250$250
Manual fore-aft adjuster, second row seats $75$75$75$75
Manual recliner, second row seats $75$75$75$75
Metal pedals  $75 $75
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat $100$100$100$100
Upgraded floor mats$0    
Wood trim $300 $300 
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Adaptive dampers - electrical  $500 $500
Electronic systems calibration selector $200$200$200$200
Sport suspension (upgrade)  $0 $0
Transmission 
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls  $100 $100
Total Value of Features$3,505$6,645$9,120$6,495$9,045
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$3,140$5,615$2,990$5,540
Value of Feature Adjustments0-2,931-5,248-2,810-5,207

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Specifications Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Lexus RX

Model Year20182016
ModelMalibuRX
Body4dr Sedan4dr SUV
Wheelbase111.4 in109.8 in
Length193.8 in192.5 in
Width73.0 in74.6 in
Height57.7 in67.7 in
Curb Weight3,087 lb.4,223 lb.
Fuel Capacity15.8 gal.19.2 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.1 in39.4 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room58.5 in57.8 in
Row 1 Hip Room54.1 in56.6 in
Row 1 Legroom42.0 in44.1 in
Row 2 Headroom37.5 in39.1 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room57.1 in57.6 in
Row 2 Hip Room53.4 in56.1 in
Row 2 Legroom38.1 in38.0 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum
15.8 ft318.4 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum
15.856.3 ft3

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Option Package Details
Chevrolet Malibu Premier

Sun and Wheels Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Universal garage door opener100Yes
Panoramic sunroof1200Yes
245/40R19 tires400No
Upgraded floor mats0No
Total Requested130076%
Total Not Requested40024%
Driver Confidence Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Obstacle detection, front150Yes
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Auto-dimming headlights200Yes
Lane departure warning200Yes
Blind spot warning system200Yes
Cross-traffic warning, rear100Yes
Automatic braking, low-speed200Yes
Forward collision warning200Yes
Lane departure prevention, steering-based200Yes
Pedestrian detection50Yes
Following distance indicator25No
Total Requested175099%
Total Not Requested251%
Driver Confidence Package II
FeatureValueRequested?
Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system0Yes
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed700Yes
Semi-automated parking system500No
Automatic braking, high-speed or partial200Yes
Total Requested90064%
Total Not Requested50036%

Option Package Details
Lexus RX 350

Obstacle detection, rear
FeatureValueRequested?
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Obstacle detection, front150Yes
Total Requested400100%
Total Not Requested00%
Blind spot warning system
FeatureValueRequested?
Blind spot warning system200Yes
Rear cross-traffic detection100Yes
Total Requested300100%
Total Not Requested00%
Cooled or ventilated front seats
FeatureValueRequested?
Cooled or ventilated front seats300Yes
Heated front seats200Yes
Total Requested500100%
Total Not Requested00%
Lexus Safety System+
FeatureValueRequested?
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed700Yes
Automatic braking, high-speed or partial200Yes
Lane keeping assist system400Yes
Lane departure warning system200Yes
Automatic braking, low-speed200Yes
Forward collision warning200Yes
Pedestrian detection50Yes
Auto-dimming headlights200Yes
Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system0Yes
Total Requested2150100%
Total Not Requested00%
Premium Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Rain-sensing wipers100No
Roof rails250No
Memory system, driver seat200Yes
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror75No
Power-folding mirrors50No
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror75No
Leather door panel trim250No
Total Requested110058%
Total Not Requested80042%
Navigation Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
DVD-compatible player0No
Voice control for nav and audio75Yes
Automatic air recirculation100No
SMS text-to-speech reader25Yes
Unbranded, 12 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Speed limit information0No
Vehicle health reports0Yes
App support0Yes
Total Requested70061%
Total Not Requested45039%

Option Package Details
Lexus RX 350 F Sport

Obstacle detection, rear
FeatureValueRequested?
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Obstacle detection, front150Yes
Total Requested400100%
Total Not Requested00%
Blind spot warning system
FeatureValueRequested?
Blind spot warning system200Yes
Rear cross-traffic detection100Yes
Total Requested300100%
Total Not Requested00%
Lexus Safety System+
FeatureValueRequested?
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed700Yes
Automatic braking, high-speed or partial200Yes
Lane keeping assist system400Yes
Lane departure warning system200Yes
Automatic braking, low-speed200Yes
Forward collision warning200Yes
Pedestrian detection50Yes
Auto-dimming headlights200Yes
Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system0Yes
Total Requested2150100%
Total Not Requested00%
Navigation Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
DVD-compatible player0No
Voice control for nav and audio75Yes
Automatic air recirculation100No
SMS text-to-speech reader25Yes
Unbranded, 12 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Speed limit information0No
Vehicle health reports0Yes
App support0Yes
Total Requested70061%
Total Not Requested45039%

Option Package Details
Lexus RX 450h

Lexus Safety System+
FeatureValueRequested?
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed700Yes
Automatic braking, high-speed or partial200Yes
Lane keeping assist system400Yes
Lane departure warning system200Yes
Automatic braking, low-speed200Yes
Forward collision warning200Yes
Pedestrian detection50Yes
Auto-dimming headlights200Yes
Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system0Yes
Total Requested2150100%
Total Not Requested00%

Option Package Details
Lexus RX 450h F Sport

Lexus Safety System+
FeatureValueRequested?
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed700Yes
Automatic braking, high-speed or partial200Yes
Lane keeping assist system400Yes
Lane departure warning system200Yes
Automatic braking, low-speed200Yes
Forward collision warning200Yes
Pedestrian detection50Yes
Auto-dimming headlights200Yes
Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system0Yes
Total Requested2150100%
Total Not Requested00%

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