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

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

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Chevrolet Malibu vs. Mercedes-Benz CLA Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $35,950

Chevrolet Malibu Premier   
Difference: $9,895

Lowest Total Invoice: $34,338

Chevrolet Malibu Premier   
Difference: $8,363

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year201620152015
ModelMalibuCLACLA
TrimPremierCLA250CLA45 AMG
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $30,920 $31,500 $48,500
Base Invoice $29,683 $29,295 $45,105
Driver Confidence Package 1,195    
Driver Confidence Package II 1,295    
Panoramic sunroof 1,270    
Illuminated door sill trim plates 395 650 850
Obstacle detection, rear   970 970
Driver Assistance Package   2,500 2,500
Multimedia Package   2,480 2,480
Premium Package   2,300 2,300
Interior Package   1,650 1,650
Sunroof, large   1,480 1,480
Rear side airbags   420 420
Special order charge   250 250
Metallic paint (extra cost)   720 720
Driver Confidence Package 1,087    
Driver Confidence Package II 1,178    
Panoramic sunroof 1,156    
Illuminated door sill trim plates 359 605 791
Obstacle detection, rear   902 902
Driver Assistance Package   2,325 2,325
Multimedia Package   2,306 2,306
Premium Package   2,139 2,139
Interior Package   1,535 1,535
Sunroof, large   1,376 1,376
Rear side airbags   391 391
Special order charge   233 233
Metallic paint (extra cost)   669 669
Options (change) 4,155 13,420 13,620
Options (change) 3,780 12,481 12,667
Destination 875 925 925
Total Price $35,950 $45,845 $63,045
Total Invoice $34,338 $42,701 $58,697

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Mercedes-Benz CLA

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Chevrolet Malibu Premier
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $9,560
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $8,051
Model Year201620152015
ModelMalibuCLACLA
TrimPremierCLA250CLA45 AMG
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine250hp I4208hp I4355hp I4
TransmissionT8S7S7
DrivetrainFWDFWDAWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 9450, 12450, 12
Tire (rear if not all the same)245/40-19225/45-17235/40-18
Total Price$35,950$45,845$63,045
Adjustments for Features0-335-3,460
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$35,950$45,510$59,585
Cost Above Minimum$0$0$14,075
Total Invoice$34,338$42,701$58,697
Adjustments for Features0-312-3,221
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$34,338$42,389$55,476
Cost Above Minimum$0$0$13,087

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Features Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Mercedes-Benz CLA

Model Year201620152015
ModelMalibuCLACLA
TrimPremierCLA250CLA45 AMG
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
8-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1300  
7-speed automated manual $1200$1200
FWD$0$0 
AWD  $1700
Accessories 
AC power outlet$100  
Heated steering wheel$100  
Remote start$150  
Remote window/roof operation $15$15
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Cross-traffic warning, rear$100  
Driver drowsiness monitor $150$150
Following distance indicator$25  
Lane departure prevention, steering-based$200  
Pedestrian detection$50  
Safety key$5  
Tires, run-flat $150$150
Torque vectoring, brake-based  $100
Vehicle health reports$0  
Cargo Management 
Cargo mat$40  
Console with shifter$150 $150
Console without shifter $150 
Overhead sunglass holder $25$25
Climate Control 
Rain-sensing wipers $175$175
Variable intermittent wipers$75  
Engine / Motor 
Automatic start / stop $150$150
Dual-mode exhaust  $250
Exterior 
Body kit  $0
Front splitter spoiler  $200
Laminated front side windows$200  
Panoramic sunroof$1200  
Sunroof, large $1100$1100
Infotainment 
4G LTE connectivity$0  
Android Auto support$100  
Apple CarPlay support$100  
CD player $125$125
DVD-compatible player $0$0
HD radio $50$50
In-vehicle Internet $150$150
Media drive $15$15
MP3-compatible player $50$50
Navigation map updates, three years $0$0
SD Card slot $25$25
Surround sound $250$250
Traffic + travel information $25$25
Voice control for external devices$0  
Wi-Fi hotspot$50  
Wireless charging station$75  
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror $75$75
Auto-dimming headlights$200  
Chronometer  $100
Compass$0  
Fog light, rear $100$100
Interior ambient lighting$150  
Interior ambient lighting, configurable $150$150
Mirror tilt-down in reverse $25$25
Xenon HID headlights  $500
Seats and Interior Trim 
Aluminum trim  $100
Cooled or ventilated front seats$300  
Manual thigh support length adjuster, driver seat $50$50
Manual thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat $50$50
Memory system, passenger seat $150$150
Metal pedals  $75
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat $150$150
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat $150$150
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat$100  
Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat$100  
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat $100$100
Upgraded floor mats$0  
Upholstered instrument panel $300$300
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Performance steering system (optional)  $0
Sport suspension (upgrade)  $0
Transmission 
Launch control  $100
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls $100$100
Total Value of Features$4,870$5,205$8,330
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$335$3,460
Value of Feature Adjustments0-312-3,221

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Specifications Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Mercedes-Benz CLA

Model Year20162015
ModelMalibuCLA
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase111.4 in106.3 in
Length193.8 in182.3 in
Width73.0 in70.0 in
Height57.7 in56.6 in
Curb Weight3,087 lb.3,263 lb.
Fuel Capacity13.0 gal.14.5 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.1 in38.2 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room58.5 in56.0 in
Row 1 Hip Room54.1 in0.0 in
Row 1 Legroom42.0 in40.2 in
Row 2 Headroom37.5 in35.6 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room57.1 in53.2 in
Row 2 Hip Room53.4 in0.0 in
Row 2 Legroom38.1 in27.1 in
Cargo Volume15.8 ft313.1 ft3

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Option Package Details
Chevrolet Malibu Premier

Driver Confidence Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Obstacle detection, front150Yes
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Auto-dimming headlights200No
Lane departure warning system200Yes
Blind spot warning system200Yes
Rear cross-traffic detection100No
Automatic braking, low-speed200Yes
Forward collision warning200Yes
Lane departure prevention system, steering-based200No
Pedestrian detection50No
Following distance indicator25No
Total Requested120068%
Total Not Requested57532%
Driver Confidence Package II
FeatureValueRequested?
Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system0Yes
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed700Yes
Parking guidance system - active500Yes
Automatic braking, high-speed or partial200Yes
Total Requested1400100%
Total Not Requested00%

Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz CLA CLA250

Obstacle detection, rear
FeatureValueRequested?
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Obstacle detection, front150Yes
Parking guidance system - active500Yes
Total Requested900100%
Total Not Requested00%
Driver Assistance Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Lane departure warning system200Yes
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed700Yes
Blind spot warning system200Yes
Total Requested1100100%
Total Not Requested00%
Multimedia Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Rearview camera200Yes
Traffic + travel information25No
SD Card slot25No
In-vehicle Internet150No
App support0Yes
Navigation map updates, three years0No
Media drive15No
Navigation system600Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Total Requested90081%
Total Not Requested21519%
Premium Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Automatic climate control, front200Yes
Heated front seats200Yes
Universal garage door opener100Yes
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Satellite radio200Yes
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror75No
Compass0No
Dual-zone climate control125Yes
Surround sound250No
Proximity key250Yes
Harman/Kardon, 450W, 12 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Total Requested122564%
Total Not Requested67536%
Interior Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Manual thigh support adjuster, driver seat50No
Manual thigh support adjuster, passenger seat50No
Remote window/roof operation15No
Upholstered instrument panel300No
Interior ambient lighting, configurable0No
Total Requested90068%
Total Not Requested41532%

Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz CLA CLA45 AMG

Obstacle detection, rear
FeatureValueRequested?
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Obstacle detection, front150Yes
Parking guidance system - active500Yes
Total Requested900100%
Total Not Requested00%
Driver Assistance Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Lane departure warning system200Yes
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed700Yes
Blind spot warning system200Yes
Total Requested1100100%
Total Not Requested00%
Multimedia Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Rearview camera200Yes
Traffic + travel information25No
SD Card slot25No
In-vehicle Internet150No
App support0Yes
Navigation map updates, three years0No
Media drive15No
Navigation system600Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Total Requested90081%
Total Not Requested21519%
Premium Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Automatic climate control, front200Yes
Heated front seats200Yes
Universal garage door opener100Yes
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Satellite radio200Yes
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror75No
Compass0No
Dual-zone climate control125Yes
Surround sound250No
Proximity key250Yes
Harman/Kardon, 450W, 12 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Total Requested122564%
Total Not Requested67536%
Interior Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Manual thigh support adjuster, driver seat50No
Manual thigh support adjuster, passenger seat50No
Remote window/roof operation15No
Upholstered instrument panel300No
Interior ambient lighting, configurable0No
Total Requested90068%
Total Not Requested41532%

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