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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: $27,260

Mazda Mazda3 s Grand Touring   
Difference: $2,685

Lowest Total Invoice: $26,008

Mazda Mazda3 s Grand Touring   
Difference: $2,052

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20092016
ModelMalibuMazda3
TrimLTZs Grand Touring
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $26,880 $24,745
Base Invoice $25,402 $23,673
Sunroof 800  
3.6L V6 1,595  
6-speed shiftable automatic   1,050
Cargo net   60
Cargo mat   70
Universal garage door opener   125
Door sill trim plates   125
Interior ambient lighting   250
Sunroof 664  
3.6L V6 1,324  
6-speed shiftable automatic   1,002
Cargo net   48
Cargo mat   50
Universal garage door opener   100
Door sill trim plates   100
Interior ambient lighting   200
Options (change) 2,395 1,680
Options (change) 1,988 1,500
Destination 670 835
Total Price $29,945 $27,260
Total Invoice $28,060 $26,008

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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: $4,985
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $4,246
Model Year20092016
ModelMalibuMazda3
TrimLTZs Grand Touring
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine252hp V6184hp I4
TransmissionT6T6
DrivetrainFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)17/26 MPG28/39 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)210, 8?, 9
Tire (rear if not all the same)225/50-18215/45-18
Total Price$29,945$27,260
Adjustments for Features0-2,300
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$29,945$24,960
Total Invoice$28,060$26,008
Adjustments for Features0-2,194
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$28,060$23,814

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Features Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Mazda Mazda3

Model Year20092016
ModelMalibuMazda3
TrimLTZs Grand Touring
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1100$1100
FWD$0$0
Accessories 
Proximity key $250
Remote start$150 
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
911 assist $25
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats $0
Blind spot warning system $200
Cross-traffic warning, rear $100
Rearview camera $200
Cargo Management 
Overhead sunglass holder $25
Climate Control 
Dual-zone climate control $125
Interior air filter $0
Rain-sensing wipers $175
Variable intermittent wipers$75 
Exterior 
Black grille (optional) $0
Laminated front side windows$200 
Rear spoiler $200
Infotainment 
App support $0
Bluetooth audio streaming $25
CD changer, in-dash$325 
CD player $125
HD radio $50
Navigation system $600
SMS text-to-speech reader $25
Surround sound $250
Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation$225 
Traffic information $25
USB port $25
Voice control for nav and audio $100
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror$75 
Compass$0 
Digital instruments $0
Head-up display (HUD) $350
Steering-linked headlights $150
Trip computer $150
Turn signals on or near mirrors $25
Xenon HID headlights $500
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row $50
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat$100 
Power height adjuster, passenger seat$100 
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat$100 
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat$100 
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Performance steering system (optional)$0 
Total Value of Features$2,550$4,850
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$2,300
Value of Feature Adjustments0-2,194

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See a complete comparison of Chevrolet Malibu vs. Mazda Mazda3 features.

Specifications Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Mazda Mazda3

Model Year20092016
ModelMalibuMazda3
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase112.3 in106.3 in
Length191.8 in180.3 in
Width70.3 in70.7 in
Height57.1 in57.3 in
Curb Weight3,680 lb.3,001 lb.
Fuel Capacity16.0 gal.13.2 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.4 in38.6 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room55.9 in57.2 in
Row 1 Hip Room53.0 in55.5 in
Row 1 Legroom42.2 in42.2 in
Row 2 Headroom37.2 in37.5 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room53.9 in54.4 in
Row 2 Hip Room52.1 in53.5 in
Row 2 Legroom37.6 in35.8 in
Cargo Volume15.1 ft312.4 ft3

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See a complete comparison of Chevrolet Malibu vs. Mazda Mazda3 specs.

Option Package Details
Mazda Mazda3 s Grand Touring

6-speed manually-shiftable automatic
FeatureValueRequested?
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic0Yes
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls100Yes
Total Requested100100%
Total Not Requested00%

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