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Chevrolet Malibu vs. Mercedes-Benz C-Class Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Chevrolet Malibu vs. Mercedes-Benz C-Class Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $36,705

Chevrolet Malibu Premier   
Difference: $15,830

Lowest Total Invoice: $35,028

Chevrolet Malibu Premier   
Difference: $13,902

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20182018201820182018
ModelMalibuC-ClassC-ClassC-ClassC-Class
TrimPremierC300AMG C43AMG C63AMG C63 S
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $30,975 $40,250 $53,400 $66,100 $73,700
Base Invoice $29,736 $37,433 $49,662 $61,473 $68,541
Sun and Wheels Package 2,270        
Driver Confidence Package 1,195        
Driver Confidence Package II 995        
Illuminated door sill trim plates 395        
Premium Driver Assistance Package   3,050      
Multimedia Package   2,200 2,200 2,200 2,200
Leather Seating Package   1,950      
Parking Assist Package   1,090 1,090 1,090 1,090
Panoramic sunroof   1,000 1,000 1,000 1,000
Heated steering wheel   250      
Heated front seats   580      
Cooled or ventilated front seats   450 450 450 450
Metallic paint (extra cost)   720 720 720 720
Driver Assistance Package     2,250 2,250 2,250
Leather seating surfaces     1,620    
AMG Leather Package       2,590  
Sun and Wheels Package 2,066        
Driver Confidence Package 1,087        
Driver Confidence Package II 905        
Illuminated door sill trim plates 359        
Premium Driver Assistance Package   2,837      
Multimedia Package   2,046 2,046 2,046 2,046
Leather Seating Package   1,814      
Parking Assist Package   1,014 1,014 1,014 1,014
Panoramic sunroof   930 930 930 930
Heated steering wheel   233      
Heated front seats   539      
Cooled or ventilated front seats   419 419 419 419
Metallic paint (extra cost)   670 670 670 670
Driver Assistance Package     2,093 2,093 2,093
Leather seating surfaces     1,507    
AMG Leather Package       2,409  
Options (change) 4,855 11,290 9,330 10,300 7,710
Options (change) 4,417 10,502 8,679 9,581 7,172
Destination 875 995 995 995 995
Total Price $36,705 $52,535 $63,725 $77,395 $82,405
Total Invoice $35,028 $48,930 $59,336 $72,049 $76,708

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Mercedes-Benz C-Class

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Chevrolet Malibu Premier
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $13,180
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $11,434
Model Year20182018201820182018
ModelMalibuC-ClassC-ClassC-ClassC-Class
TrimPremierC300AMG C43AMG C63AMG C63 S
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine250hp I4241hp I4362hp V6469hp V8503hp V8
TransmissionT9T9T9T7T7
DrivetrainFWDRWDAWDRWDRWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 9?, 5?, 5590, 13590, 13
Tire (rear if not all the same)245/40-19225/50-17225/45-18245/40-18245/35-19
Total Price$36,705$52,535$63,725$77,395$82,405
Adjustments for Features0-2,650-5,175-5,075-5,025
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$36,705$49,885$58,550$72,320$77,380
Cost Above Minimum$0$0$8,665$22,435$27,495
Total Invoice$35,028$48,930$59,336$72,049$76,708
Adjustments for Features0-2,468-4,819-4,724-4,678
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$35,028$46,462$54,517$67,325$72,030
Cost Above Minimum$0$0$8,055$20,863$25,568

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Features Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Mercedes-Benz C-Class

Model Year20182018201820182018
ModelMalibuC-ClassC-ClassC-ClassC-Class
TrimPremierC300AMG C43AMG C63AMG C63 S
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
9-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1400$1400$1400  
7-speed manually-shiftable automatic   $1200$1200
FWD$0    
RWD $0 $0$0
AWD  $1700  
Accessories 
AC power outlet$100    
Heated steering wheel$100$100   
Remote climate control $25$25$25$25
Remote start$150    
Remote start via app $75$75$75$75
Remote window/roof operation $15$15$15$15
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual$250    
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power $350$350$350$350
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Around view cameras $500$500$500$500
Blind spot collision prevention $150$150$150$150
Collision preparation system, rear $100$100$100$100
Cross-traffic detection for collision preparation system $0$0$0$0
Driver drowsiness monitor $150$150$150$150
Following distance indicator$25    
Knee airbag, passenger$75    
Lane departure prevention, steering-based$200    
Lane keeping assist $400$400$400$400
Rearview camera$200    
Rollover sensor$50    
Safety key$5    
Tires, run-flat $150$150  
Torque vectoring, brake-based $100$100$100$100
Vehicle health reports$0    
Cargo Management 
Cargo mat$40    
Console with shifter$150    
Console without shifter $150$150$150$150
Overhead sunglass holder $25$25$25$25
Climate Control 
Automatic air recirculation $100$100$100$100
Heated windshield washer nozzles $15$15$15$15
Rain-sensing wipers $175$175$175$175
Variable intermittent wipers$75    
Drivetrain 
Active rear differential    $500
Electronically-variable engine mounts (performance-oriented)    $500
Limited-slip rear differential   $300 
Engine / Motor 
Automatic start / stop $150$150$150$150
Dual-mode exhaust   $250$250
Raised top speed limiter    $0
Exterior 
Body kit  $0$0$0
Laminated front side windows$200    
Painted brake calipers (optional)    $0
Rear spoiler   $200$200
Infotainment 
4G LTE connectivity$0    
Android Auto support$100    
Apple CarPlay support$100    
Aux input$50    
CD player $125$125$125$125
DVD-compatible player $0$0$0$0
Handwriting recognition $200$200$200$200
HD radio $50$50$50$50
In-vehicle Internet $150$150$150$150
Media drive $15$15$15$15
MP3-compatible player $50$50$50$50
Navigation map updates, three years $0$0$0$0
SD Card slot $25$25$25$25
Surround sound   $250$250
Traffic + travel information $25$25$25$25
Voice control for external devices$0    
Wireless charging station$75    
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Analog clock $25   
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror $75$75$75$75
Auto-dimming headlights$200    
Boost gauge  $75$75$75
Chronometer  $100$100$100
Fog light, rear $100$100$100$100
Interior ambient lighting$150    
LED headlights, single projector or low beam only   $750 
Mirror tilt-down in reverse $25$25$25$25
Power-folding mirrors $50$50$50$50
Seats and Interior Trim 
Door sill trim plates $100$100  
Illuminated door sill trim plates$200  $200$200
Leather-wrapped steering wheel$150$150$150$150 
Memory system, passenger seat $150$150$150$150
Metal pedals  $75$75$75
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat $150$150$150$150
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat $150$150$150$150
Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat $50$50$50$50
Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat $50$50$50$50
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat$100    
Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat$100    
Power thigh support length adjuster, driver seat $100$100$100$100
Power thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat $100$100$100$100
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat $100$100$100$100
Synthetic suede steering wheel    $150
Upgraded floor mats$0    
Upholstered instrument panel  $300$300$300
Wood trim $300$300$300$300
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Adaptive dampers - electrical  $500$500$500
Adaptive dampers - mechanical $100   
Crosswind stabilization $50$50$50$50
Electronic systems calibration selector $200$200$200$200
Sport suspension (upgrade)  $0$0$0
Suggestive steering $0$0$0$0
Transmission 
Launch control   $100$100
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls $100$100$100$100
Total Value of Features$4,245$6,895$9,420$9,320$9,270
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$2,650$5,175$5,075$5,025
Value of Feature Adjustments0-2,468-4,819-4,724-4,678

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Specifications Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Mercedes-Benz C-Class

Model Year20182018
ModelMalibuC-Class
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase111.4 in111.8 in
Length193.8 in184.5 in
Width73.0 in71.3 in
Height57.7 in56.8 in
Curb Weight3,087 lb.3,418 lb.
Fuel Capacity15.8 gal.17.4 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.1 in37.1 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room58.5 in55.3 in
Row 1 Hip Room54.1 in0.0 in
Row 1 Legroom42.0 in41.7 in
Row 2 Headroom37.5 in37.1 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room57.1 in55.0 in
Row 2 Hip Room53.4 in0.0 in
Row 2 Legroom38.1 in35.2 in
Cargo Volume15.8 ft312.6 ft3

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Option Package Details
Chevrolet Malibu Premier

Sun and Wheels Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Universal garage door opener100Yes
Panoramic sunroof1200Yes
245/40R19 tires400No
Upgraded floor mats0No
Total Requested130076%
Total Not Requested40024%
Driver Confidence Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Obstacle detection, front150Yes
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Auto-dimming headlights200No
Lane departure warning200Yes
Blind spot warning system200Yes
Cross-traffic warning, rear100Yes
Automatic braking, low-speed200Yes
Forward collision warning200Yes
Lane departure prevention, steering-based200Yes
Pedestrian detection50Yes
Following distance indicator25No
Total Requested155087%
Total Not Requested22513%
Driver Confidence Package II
FeatureValueRequested?
Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system0Yes
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed700Yes
Semi-automated parking system500Yes
Automatic braking, high-speed or partial200Yes
Total Requested1400100%
Total Not Requested00%

Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz C-Class C300

Premium Driver Assistance Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Satellite radio200Yes
Proximity key250Yes
Blind spot warning system200Yes
Speed limit information0No
Cross-traffic detection for collision preparation system0No
Cross-traffic warning, rear100Yes
Collision preparation system, rear100No
Pedestrian detection50Yes
Lane keeping assist400Yes
Lane departure warning200Yes
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed700Yes
Blind spot collision prevention150No
Total Requested210089%
Total Not Requested25011%
Multimedia Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Handwriting recognition200No
DVD-compatible player0No
Media drive15No
Traffic + travel information25No
App support0Yes
Navigation map updates, three years0No
Navigation system600Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Total Requested70074%
Total Not Requested24026%
Leather Seating Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat50No
Power thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat100No
Memory system, passenger seat150No
Total Requested90075%
Total Not Requested30025%
Parking Assist Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Obstacle detection, front150Yes
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Semi-automated parking system500Yes
Around view cameras300No
Total Requested90075%
Total Not Requested30025%

Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz C-Class AMG C43

Driver Assistance Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Speed limit information0No
Cross-traffic detection for collision preparation system0No
Cross-traffic warning, rear100Yes
Collision preparation system, rear100No
Pedestrian detection50Yes
Lane keeping assist400Yes
Lane departure warning200Yes
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed700Yes
Blind spot collision prevention150No
Total Requested145085%
Total Not Requested25015%
Multimedia Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Handwriting recognition200No
DVD-compatible player0No
Media drive15No
Traffic + travel information25No
App support0Yes
Navigation map updates, three years0No
Navigation system600Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Total Requested70074%
Total Not Requested24026%
Parking Assist Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Obstacle detection, front150Yes
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Semi-automated parking system500Yes
Around view cameras300No
Total Requested90075%
Total Not Requested30025%

Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz C-Class AMG C63

Driver Assistance Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Speed limit information0No
Cross-traffic detection for collision preparation system0No
Cross-traffic warning, rear100Yes
Collision preparation system, rear100No
Pedestrian detection50Yes
Lane keeping assist400Yes
Lane departure warning200Yes
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed700Yes
Blind spot collision prevention150No
Total Requested145085%
Total Not Requested25015%
Multimedia Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Handwriting recognition200No
DVD-compatible player0No
Media drive15No
Traffic + travel information25No
App support0Yes
Navigation map updates, three years0No
Navigation system600Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Total Requested70074%
Total Not Requested24026%
AMG Leather Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Upgraded leather upholstery0No
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Total Requested900100%
Total Not Requested00%
Parking Assist Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Obstacle detection, front150Yes
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Semi-automated parking system500Yes
Around view cameras300No
Total Requested90075%
Total Not Requested30025%

Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz C-Class AMG C63 S

Driver Assistance Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Speed limit information0No
Cross-traffic detection for collision preparation system0No
Cross-traffic warning, rear100Yes
Collision preparation system, rear100No
Pedestrian detection50Yes
Lane keeping assist400Yes
Lane departure warning200Yes
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed700Yes
Blind spot collision prevention150No
Total Requested145085%
Total Not Requested25015%
Multimedia Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Handwriting recognition200No
DVD-compatible player0No
Media drive15No
Traffic + travel information25No
App support0Yes
Navigation map updates, three years0No
Navigation system600Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Total Requested70074%
Total Not Requested24026%
Parking Assist Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Obstacle detection, front150Yes
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Semi-automated parking system500Yes
Around view cameras300No
Total Requested90075%
Total Not Requested30025%

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