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Chevrolet Malibu vs. Lincoln MKZ Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Chevrolet Malibu vs. Lincoln MKZ Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $24,370

Chevrolet Malibu Hybrid   
Difference: $12,350

Lowest Total Invoice: $22,865

Chevrolet Malibu Hybrid   
Difference: $11,643

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20082011
ModelMalibuMKZ
TrimHybridHybrid
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $23,895 $34,645
Base Invoice $22,581 $32,565
Driver Convenience Package 325  
Sunroof 800 1,200
Driver Convenience Package 270  
Sunroof 664 1,068
Options (change) 1,125 1,200
Options (change) 934 1,068
Destination 650 875
Gas Tax -1,300 0
Total Price $24,370 $36,720
Total Invoice $22,865 $34,508

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Lincoln MKZ

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Chevrolet Malibu Hybrid
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $8,000
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $7,555
Model Year20082011
ModelMalibuMKZ
TrimHybridHybrid
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine164hp I4 H156hp I4 H
TransmissionA4CVT
DrivetrainFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)24/32 MPG41/36 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 6360, 9
Tire (rear if not all the same)215/60-16225/50-17
Total Price$24,370$36,720
Adjustments for Features0-4,350
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$24,370$32,370
Total Invoice$22,865$34,508
Adjustments for Features0-4,088
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$22,865$30,420

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Features Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Lincoln MKZ

Model Year20082011
ModelMalibuMKZ
TrimHybridHybrid
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
4-speed automatic$800 
CVT $1000
FWD$0$0
Accessories 
Keyless entry keypad $50
Power-adjustable pedals$125 
Remote window/roof operation $15
Universal garage door opener $100
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
911 assist $25
Brake assist$50 
Obstacle detection, rear $250
Safety key $5
Vehicle health reports $0
Cargo Management 
Overhead sunglass holder $25
Climate Control 
Dual-zone climate control $125
Interior air filter $0
Exterior 
Laminated front side windows$200 
Infotainment 
Bluetooth audio streaming $25
Bluetooth cell phone link $100
CD changer, in-dash $325
CD player$125 
Navigation, turn-by-turn $25
Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation$225 
Traffic + travel information $25
USB port $25
Voice control for audio system $25
Voice control for external devices $0
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror $75
Auto-dimming rearview mirror $150
Compass $0
Detailed driving style feedback $100
Fog lights $125
Heated mirrors $25
Illuminated visor mirror, driver $50
Illuminated visor mirror, passenger $50
Large color reconfigurable instrument cluster display $250
Spotter mirror(s) $50
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
Cooled or ventilated front seats $300
Heated front seats $200
Leather seating surfaces $900
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat$50 
Memory system, driver seat $200
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
Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel $150
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Alloy wheels$350 
Machined alloy wheels $350
Total Value of Features$1,970$6,320
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$4,350
Value of Feature Adjustments0-4,088

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See a complete comparison of Chevrolet Malibu vs. Lincoln MKZ features.

Specifications Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Lincoln MKZ

Model Year20082011
ModelMalibuMKZ
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase112.3 in107.4 in
Length191.8 in190.6 in
Width70.3 in72.2 in
Height57.1 in56.9 in
Curb Weight3,550 lb.3,743 lb.
Fuel Capacity16.0 gal.17.5 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.4 in38.7 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room55.9 in57.4 in
Row 1 Hip Room53.0 in54.0 in
Row 1 Legroom42.2 in42.3 in
Row 2 Headroom37.2 in37.8 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room53.9 in56.5 in
Row 2 Hip Room52.1 in53.3 in
Row 2 Legroom37.6 in37.1 in
Cargo Volume15.1 ft316.5 ft3

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See a complete comparison of Chevrolet Malibu vs. Lincoln MKZ 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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