Chevrolet Malibu Chevrolet Malibu 2015 Mazda Mazda3 Mazda Mazda3 2019
MENU
1 0 3 4 3 4

We are 103,000+ car owners sharing real-world car information.

Join Us

Chevrolet Malibu vs. Mazda Mazda3 Price Comparison (MSRP)

The sticker prices, before adjusting for remaining feature differences. Usually these are the numbers you will see on the window stickers.

Models in short supply often sell at or even above these prices.

Chevrolet Malibu vs. Mazda Mazda3 Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $28,095

Mazda Mazda3 Premium   
Difference: $6,620

Calculate Payments

  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20152019
ModelMalibuMazda3
TrimLTZPremium
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $28,320 $26,500
Advanced Safety Package 890  
Electronics and Entertainment Package 1,300  
Premium Package 1,000  
2.0L I4 2,160  
Cargo mat 80 75
All-weather floor mats 140 100
Auto-dimming rearview mirror   325
Cargo net   50
Door sill trim plates   125
Advanced Safety Package 783  
Electronics and Entertainment Package 1,144  
Premium Package 880  
2.0L I4 2,041  
Cargo mat 70 60
All-weather floor mats 123 80
Auto-dimming rearview mirror   260
Cargo net   40
Door sill trim plates   100
Options (change) 5,570 675
Options (change) 5,041 540
Destination 825 920
Total Price $34,715 $28,095

Return to top

While we strive for accuracy, the site is not error-free, and prices can change at any time.

Dealer Price Quotes

Want to find out how much dealers are willing to discount these cars?

Request free, no-obligation Chevrolet Malibu dealer quotes or Mazda Mazda3 dealer quotes from dealers using our car quote form.

The process is easy and takes just a minute or two. You'll receive price quotes from local approved dealers within 48 hours.

TrueDelta Value Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Mazda Mazda3

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Mazda Mazda3 Premium
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $7,920
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $31,236
Model Year20152019
ModelMalibuMazda3
TrimLTZPremium
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine259hp I4186hp I4
TransmissionT6T6
DrivetrainFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)21/30 MPG26/35 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 9?, 12
Tire (rear if not all the same)245/40-19215/45-18
Total Price$34,715$28,095
Adjustments for Features0-1,300
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$34,715$26,795

Return to top

Features Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Mazda Mazda3

Model Year20152019
ModelMalibuMazda3
TrimLTZPremium
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1100$1100
FWD$0$0
Accessories 
AC power outlet$100 
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed $850
Cruise control$150 
Remote app$25 
Remote start$150 
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
911 assist $25
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats $0
Automatic braking, high-speed or partial $200
Automatic braking, low-speed $200
Driver drowsiness monitor $150
Following distance indicator $25
G-vectoring control $100
Lane keeping assist $400
Pedestrian detection $50
Rear side airbags$300 
Rollover sensor$50 
Vehicle health reports$0 
Climate Control 
Rain-sensing wipers $175
Variable intermittent wipers$75 
Exterior 
Laminated front side windows$200 
Infotainment 
4G LTE connectivity$0 
Android Auto support $100
Apple CarPlay support $100
CD player$125 
HD radio $50
MP3-compatible player$50 
Siri Eyes Free support$0 
Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation$225 
Voice control for external devices$0 
Wi-Fi hotspot$50 
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Auto-dimming headlights $200
Compass$0 
Fog lights$125 
Head-up display (HUD) $350
Heated mirrors$25 
Interior ambient lighting$150 
LED headlights $1000
Mirror tilt-down in reverse$25 
Steering-linked headlights $150
Xenon HID headlights$500 
Seats and Interior Trim 
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat$150 
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat$150 
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat$100 
Power height adjuster, passenger seat$100 
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat $100
Power recliner, passenger seat$100 
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat$100 
Transmission 
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls $100
Total Value of Features$4,125$5,425
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$1,300
Value of Feature Adjustments0-68

Return to top

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

Specifications Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Mazda Mazda3

Model Year20152019
ModelMalibuMazda3
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase107.8 in107.3 in
Length191.5 in183.5 in
Width73.0 in70.7 in
Height57.6 in56.9 in
Curb Weight3,635 lb.3,071 lb.
Fuel Capacity18.5 gal.13.2 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.0 in38.0 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room57.5 in55.7 in
Row 1 Hip Room55.0 in54.6 in
Row 1 Legroom42.1 in42.3 in
Row 2 Headroom37.5 in37.3 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room57.1 in53.5 in
Row 2 Hip Room54.3 in50.9 in
Row 2 Legroom36.8 in35.1 in
Cargo Volume16.3 ft313.2 ft3

Return to top

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

Option Package Details
Chevrolet Malibu LTZ

Advanced Safety Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Lane departure warning system200Yes
Blind spot warning system200Yes
Rear cross-traffic detection100Yes
Forward collision warning200Yes
Total Requested700100%
Total Not Requested00%
Electronics and Entertainment Package
FeatureValueRequested?
245/40WR19 tires400No
Universal garage door opener100Yes
Rearview camera200Yes
AC power outlet100No
Mirror tilt-down in reverse25No
Pioneer, 9 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Total Requested30026%
Total Not Requested87574%
Premium Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Xenon HID headlights500Yes
Memory system, driver seat200Yes
Proximity key250Yes
Total Requested950100%
Total Not Requested00%

Option Package Details
Mazda Mazda3 Premium

Auto-dimming rearview mirror
FeatureValueRequested?
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Universal garage door opener100Yes
Total Requested250100%
Total Not Requested00%

Was this information useful?

We're glad we could help! Share this page:

We're so sorry! Tell us how we can improve it.
See TrueDelta's information for all Sedans
See TrueDelta's information for all Chevrolet models.