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Chevrolet Malibu vs. Mazda Mazda3 Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Chevrolet Malibu vs. Mazda Mazda3 Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $24,165

Mazda Mazda3 s Grand Touring   
Difference: $954

Lowest Total Invoice: $23,072

Mazda Mazda3 s Grand Touring   
Difference: $586

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20072012
ModelMalibuMazda3
TrimSSs Grand Touring
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $23,470 $22,900
Base Invoice $22,179 $21,901
Satellite radio 199 430
Sunroof 800  
Cargo net   40
Satellite radio 165 344
Sunroof 664  
Cargo net   32
Options (change) 999 470
Options (change) 829 376
Destination 650 795
Total Price $25,119 $24,165
Total Invoice $23,658 $23,072

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Mazda Mazda3

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Mazda Mazda3 s Grand Touring
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $2,744
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $2,295
Model Year20072012
ModelMalibuMazda3
TrimSSs Grand Touring
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine240hp V6167hp I4
TransmissionT4M6
DrivetrainFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)18/26 MPG18/25 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 6265, 10
Tire (rear if not all the same)225/50-18205/50-17
Total Price$25,119$24,165
Adjustments for Features0-1,790
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$25,119$22,375
Total Invoice$23,658$23,072
Adjustments for Features0-1,709
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$23,658$21,363

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Features Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Mazda Mazda3

Model Year20072012
ModelMalibuMazda3
TrimSSs Grand Touring
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
4-speed manually-shiftable automatic$900 
6-speed manual $150
FWD$0$0
Accessories 
Power-adjustable pedals$125 
Proximity key $250
Remote start$150 
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats $0
Brake assist $50
Stability control $400
Tire-pressure monitor $75
Climate Control 
Dual-zone climate control $125
Interior air filter $0
Exterior 
Body kit$0 
Bodyside moldings$75 
Infotainment 
Aux input $50
Bluetooth audio streaming $25
Bluetooth cell phone link $100
MP3-compatible player $50
Navigation system $600
Surround sound $250
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Automatic headlights$125 
Heated mirrors $25
Illuminated visor mirror, passenger $50
Turn signals on or near mirrors $25
Visor mirror, passenger$10 
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row $50
Heated front seats $200
Leather seating surfaces $900
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat$50 
Memory system, driver seat $200
Partial leather seating sufaces$450 
Power recliner, driver seat $100
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Alloy wheels $350
Performance steering system (optional)$0 
Polished alloy wheels$350 
Sport suspension (upgrade)$0 
Total Value of Features$2,235$4,025
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$1,790
Value of Feature Adjustments0-1,709

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Specifications Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Mazda Mazda3

Model Year20072012
ModelMalibuMazda3
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase106.3 in103.9 in
Length188.3 in180.9 in
Width69.9 in69.1 in
Height57.5 in57.9 in
Curb Weight3,315 lb.3,257 lb.
Fuel Capacity16.3 gal.14.5 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.6 in38.1 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room56.7 in54.9 in
Row 1 Hip Room53.2 in53.7 in
Row 1 Legroom41.9 in42.0 in
Row 2 Headroom37.6 in37.4 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room56.1 in54.0 in
Row 2 Hip Room52.4 in52.2 in
Row 2 Legroom38.5 in36.2 in
Cargo Volume15.4 ft311.8 ft3

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