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Chevrolet Malibu vs. Mazda RX-8 Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Chevrolet Malibu vs. Mazda RX-8 Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $28,545

Chevrolet Malibu LTZ   
Difference: $4,360

Lowest Total Invoice: $26,919

Chevrolet Malibu LTZ   
Difference: $3,499

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20082008
ModelMalibuRX-8
TrimLTZAutomatic
Body4dr Sedan4dr Coupe
Base Price $27,095 $26,435
Base Invoice $25,605 $24,458
Sunroof 800  
Grand Touring Package   5,335
Cargo net   40
Cargo mat   50
Temporary spare tire   395
Sunroof 664  
Grand Touring Package   4,922
Cargo net   32
Cargo mat   36
Temporary spare tire   320
Options (change) 800 5,820
Options (change) 664 5,310
Destination 650 650
Total Price $28,545 $32,905
Total Invoice $26,919 $30,418

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Mazda RX-8

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Chevrolet Malibu LTZ
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $5,235
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $4,324
Model Year20082008
ModelMalibuRX-8
TrimLTZAutomatic
Body4dr Sedan4dr Coupe
Engine252hp V6212hp R2
TransmissionT6T6
DrivetrainFWDRWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)17/26 MPG16/23 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)210, 8300, 9
Tire (rear if not all the same)225/50-18225/45-18
Total Price$28,545$32,905
Adjustments for Features-8750
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$27,670$32,905
Total Invoice$26,919$30,418
Adjustments for Features-8250
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$26,094$30,418

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Features Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Mazda RX-8

Model Year20082008
ModelMalibuRX-8
TrimLTZAutomatic
Body4dr Sedan4dr Coupe
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1100$1100
FWD$0 
RWD $0
Accessories 
Power rear side windows$200 
Proximity key $250
Remote start$150 
Tilt steering wheel, manual $150
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual$250 
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Brake assist$50 
Cargo Management 
Overhead sunglass holder $25
Rear seat pass-through $100
Second-row high console $250
Climate Control 
Automatic climate control, front$200 
Interior air filter $0
Drivetrain 
Limited-slip rear differential $300
Exterior 
Laminated front side windows$200 
Infotainment 
Aux input$50 
MP3-compatible player$50 
Satellite radio$200 
Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation$225 
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror$75 
Automatic headlights$125 
Compass$0 
Interior ambient lighting$150 
Turn signals on or near mirrors$25 
Xenon HID headlights $500
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row $50
Folding second row seats$300 
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
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat$100 
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Performance steering system (optional)$0 
Sport suspension (upgrade) $0
Total Value of Features$3,700$2,825
Value of Feature Adjustments$875$0
Value of Feature Adjustments-8250

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See a complete comparison of Chevrolet Malibu vs. Mazda RX-8 features.

Specifications Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Mazda RX-8

Model Year20082008
ModelMalibuRX-8
Body4dr Sedan4dr Coupe
Wheelbase112.3 in106.4 in
Length191.8 in174.3 in
Width70.3 in69.7 in
Height57.1 in52.8 in
Curb Weight3,680 lb.3,075 lb.
Fuel Capacity16.0 gal.15.9 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.4 in38.2 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room55.9 in54.8 in
Row 1 Hip Room53.0 in53.3 in
Row 1 Legroom42.2 in42.7 in
Row 2 Headroom37.2 in36.8 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room53.9 in54.9 in
Row 2 Hip Room52.1 in48.1 in
Row 2 Legroom37.6 in32.2 in
Cargo Volume15.1 ft37.6 ft3

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See a complete comparison of Chevrolet Malibu vs. Mazda RX-8 specs.

Option Package Details
Mazda RX-8 Automatic

Grand Touring Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Heated mirrors25Yes
Heated front seats200Yes
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power height adjuster, driver seat50Yes
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power recliner, driver seat100Yes
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat100No
Proximity key250No
Xenon HID headlights500No
Traction control100Yes
Stability control400Yes
Fog lights125Yes
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Sunroof900Yes
CD changer, in-dash200Yes
Universal garage door opener100Yes
Bose, 300W, 9 speakers350No
Sport suspension (upgrade)250No
Performance braking system (optional)250No
Limited-slip rear differential300No
225/45ZR18 tires400No
Total Requested345059%
Total Not Requested240041%

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