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Chevrolet Malibu vs. Mazda Mazda6 Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Chevrolet Malibu vs. Mazda Mazda6 Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $25,205

Mazda Mazda6 i Touring   
Difference: $3,855

Lowest Total Invoice: $23,736

Mazda Mazda6 i Touring   
Difference: $3,909

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year201220122014
ModelMalibuMalibuMazda6
Trim2LTLTZi Touring
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $26,300 $28,600 $23,645
Base Invoice $24,985 $27,027 $22,329
3LT Equipment Group 2,000    
3.6L V6   1,600  
Auto-dimming rearview mirror     195
Cargo mat     75
Door sill trim plates     125
Fog lights     370
3LT Equipment Group 1,900    
3.6L V6   1,512  
Auto-dimming rearview mirror     156
Cargo mat     60
Door sill trim plates     100
Fog lights     296
Options (change) 2,000 1,600 765
Options (change) 1,900 1,512 612
Destination 760 760 795
Total Price $29,060 $30,960 $25,205
Total Invoice $27,645 $29,299 $23,736

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Mazda Mazda6

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Mazda Mazda6 i Touring
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $2,205
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $2,251
Model Year201220122014
ModelMalibuMalibuMazda6
Trim2LTLTZi Touring
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine252hp V6252hp V6184hp I4
TransmissionT6T6M6
DrivetrainFWDFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)17/26 MPG17/26 MPG25/37 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 6?, 8?, 6
Tire (rear if not all the same)225/50-18225/50-18225/45-19
Total Price$29,060$30,960$25,205
Adjustments for Features-1,650-3,5000
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$27,410$27,460$25,205
Cost Above Minimum$0$50$0
Total Invoice$27,645$29,299$23,736
Adjustments for Features-1,570-3,3120
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$26,075$25,987$23,736
Cost Above Minimum$88$0$0

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Features Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Mazda Mazda6

Model Year201220122014
ModelMalibuMalibuMazda6
Trim2LTLTZi Touring
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1100$1100 
6-speed manual  $150
FWD$0$0$0
Accessories 
AC power outlet$100$100 
Remote start$150$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 
Automatic climate control, front $200$200
Dual-zone climate control  $125
Interior air filter  $0
Rear air vents  $100
Exterior 
Bodyside moldings$75$75 
Laminated front side windows$200$200 
Sunroof $900 
Infotainment 
Bluetooth audio streaming  $25
HD radio  $50
Pandora internet radio connectivity  $0
Satellite radio$200$200 
SMS text-to-speech reader  $25
Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation$225$225 
Voice control for audio system  $25
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Automatic headlights$125$125 
Automatic-off headlights  $25
Fog lights $125$125
Heated mirrors $25 
Interior ambient lighting$150$150 
Trip computer  $150
Turn signals on or near mirrors  $25
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row  $50
Heated front seats$200$200 
Leather seating surfaces $900 
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat  $50
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat $100 
Power height adjuster, passenger seat $100 
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat$100$100 
Power recliner, driver seat $100$100
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat$100$100 
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat $100 
Synthetic leather seating surfaces  $0
Synthetic suede inserts in seating surfaces$450  
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Alloy wheels $350$350
Chrome-clad alloy wheels$600  
Performance steering system (optional)$0$0 
Total Value of Features$3,775$5,625$2,125
Value of Feature Adjustments$1,650$3,500$0
Value of Feature Adjustments-1,570-3,3120

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See a complete comparison of Chevrolet Malibu vs. Mazda Mazda6 features.

Specifications Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Mazda Mazda6

Model Year20122014
ModelMalibuMazda6
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase112.3 in111.4 in
Length191.8 in191.5 in
Width70.3 in72.4 in
Height57.1 in57.1 in
Curb Weight3,645 lb.3,183 lb.
Fuel Capacity16.0 gal.16.4 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.4 in38.4 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room55.9 in57.1 in
Row 1 Hip Room53.0 in56.1 in
Row 1 Legroom42.2 in42.2 in
Row 2 Headroom37.2 in37.1 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room53.9 in55.5 in
Row 2 Hip Room52.1 in56.1 in
Row 2 Legroom37.6 in38.7 in
Cargo Volume15.1 ft314.8 ft3

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See a complete comparison of Chevrolet Malibu vs. Mazda Mazda6 specs.

Option Package Details
Chevrolet Malibu 2LT

3LT Equipment Group
FeatureValueRequested?
Cargo mat40Yes
Performance steering system (optional)250No
225/50R18 tires400No
3.6L V6
DOHC-4v
252 hp@6300
251 lb-ft@3200		1000Yes
Total Requested104062%
Total Not Requested65038%

Option Package Details
Mazda Mazda6 i Touring

Auto-dimming rearview mirror
FeatureValueRequested?
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Compass0Yes
Total Requested150100%
Total Not Requested00%

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