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

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Chevrolet Malibu vs. Mercedes-Benz CLA Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $36,705

Chevrolet Malibu Premier   
Difference: $8,890

Lowest Total Invoice: $35,028

Chevrolet Malibu Premier   
Difference: $7,440

Calculate Payments

  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year201820172017
ModelMalibuCLACLA
TrimPremierCLA250AMG CLA45
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $30,975 $32,400 $49,950
Base Invoice $29,736 $30,132 $46,454
Driver Confidence Package 1,195    
Driver Confidence Package II 995    
Sun and Wheels Package 2,270    
Illuminated door sill trim plates 395 800 350
Multimedia Package   2,300 2,300
Premium Package   2,350 2,350
Interior Package   1,650  
Driver Assistance Package   1,500 1,500
Parktronic Package   970 970
Convenience Package   500 500
Sunroof, large   1,480 1,480
Metallic paint (extra cost)   720 720
AMG Red Cut Exclusive Package     1,650
Driver Confidence Package 1,087    
Driver Confidence Package II 905    
Sun and Wheels Package 2,066    
Illuminated door sill trim plates 359 744 326
Multimedia Package   2,139 2,139
Premium Package   2,186 2,186
Interior Package   1,535  
Driver Assistance Package   1,395 1,395
Parktronic Package   902 902
Convenience Package   465 465
Sunroof, large   1,376 1,376
Metallic paint (extra cost)   669 669
AMG Red Cut Exclusive Package     1,535
Options (change) 4,855 12,270 11,820
Options (change) 4,417 11,411 10,993
Destination 875 925 925
Total Price $36,705 $45,595 $62,695
Total Invoice $35,028 $42,468 $58,372

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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: $8,420
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $7,002
Model Year201820172017
ModelMalibuCLACLA
TrimPremierCLA250AMG CLA45
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine250hp I4208hp I4375hp I4
TransmissionT9S7S7
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$36,705$45,595$62,695
Adjustments for Features0-470-4,145
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$36,705$45,125$58,550
Cost Above Minimum$0$0$13,425
Total Invoice$35,028$42,468$58,372
Adjustments for Features0-438-3,859
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$35,028$42,030$54,513
Cost Above Minimum$0$0$12,483

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Features Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Mercedes-Benz CLA

Model Year201820172017
ModelMalibuCLACLA
TrimPremierCLA250AMG CLA45
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
9-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1400  
7-speed automated manual $1200$1200
FWD$0$0 
AWD  $1700
Accessories 
AC power outlet$100  
Hands-free trunk or liftgate $100$100
Heated steering wheel$100  
Remote climate control $25$25
Remote start$150  
Remote start via app $75$75
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  
Rear side airbags$300  
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 
Black exterior trim (optional)  $0
Body kit  $0
Front splitter spoiler  $200
Laminated front side windows$200  
Panoramic sunroof$1200  
Rear spoiler  $200
Sunroof, large $1100$1100
Infotainment 
4G LTE connectivity$0  
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  
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
LED headlights, single projector or low beam only  $750
Mirror tilt-down in reverse $25$25
Seats and Interior Trim 
Aluminum trim  $100
Color seat belts  $0
Cooled or ventilated front seats$300  
Interior trim, special color  $0
Manual thigh support length adjuster, driver seat  $50
Manual thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat  $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 
Electronic systems calibration selector $200$200
Performance steering system (optional)  $0
Sport suspension (upgrade)  $0
Transmission 
Launch control  $100
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls $100$100
Total Value of Features$5,020$5,490$9,165
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$470$4,145
Value of Feature Adjustments0-438-3,859

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Specifications Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Mercedes-Benz CLA

Model Year20182017
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 Capacity15.8 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 warning200Yes
Blind spot warning system200Yes
Cross-traffic warning, rear100No
Automatic braking, low-speed200Yes
Forward collision warning200Yes
Lane departure prevention, 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
Semi-automated parking system500Yes
Automatic braking, high-speed or partial200Yes
Total Requested1400100%
Total Not Requested00%
Sun and Wheels Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Universal garage door opener100Yes
Panoramic sunroof1200No
245/40R19 tires400No
Upgraded floor mats0No
Total Requested1006%
Total Not Requested160094%

Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz CLA CLA250

Multimedia Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Smartphone integration0No
Wi-Fi hotspot50Yes
Apple CarPlay support100Yes
Android Auto support100Yes
Media drive15No
Traffic + travel information25No
In-vehicle Internet150No
App support0Yes
Navigation map updates, three years0No
Navigation system600Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Total Requested95083%
Total Not Requested19017%
Premium Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Heated front seats200Yes
Satellite radio200Yes
Surround sound250No
Proximity key250Yes
Blind spot warning system200Yes
Harman/Kardon, 450W, 12 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Total Requested85059%
Total Not Requested60041%
Interior Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Upholstered instrument panel300No
Interior ambient lighting, configurable0No
Total Requested90075%
Total Not Requested30025%
Driver Assistance Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Lane departure warning system200Yes
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed700Yes
Total Requested900100%
Total Not Requested00%
Parktronic Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Obstacle detection, front150Yes
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Semi-automated parking system500Yes
Total Requested900100%
Total Not Requested00%
Convenience Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Universal garage door opener100Yes
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror75No
Compass0No
Hands-free trunk or liftgate100No
Total Requested25059%
Total Not Requested17541%

Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz CLA AMG CLA45

Multimedia Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Smartphone integration0No
Wi-Fi hotspot50Yes
Apple CarPlay support100Yes
Android Auto support100Yes
Media drive15No
Traffic + travel information25No
In-vehicle Internet150No
App support0Yes
Navigation map updates, three years0No
Navigation system600Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Total Requested95083%
Total Not Requested19017%
Premium Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Heated front seats200Yes
Satellite radio200Yes
Surround sound250No
Proximity key250Yes
Blind spot warning system200Yes
Harman/Kardon, 450W, 12 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Total Requested85059%
Total Not Requested60041%
AMG Red Cut Exclusive Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Interior trim, special color0No
Color seat belts0No
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Manual thigh support length adjuster, driver seat50No
Manual thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat50No
Upholstered instrument panel300No
Interior ambient lighting, configurable0No
Total Requested90069%
Total Not Requested40031%
Driver Assistance Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Lane departure warning system200Yes
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed700Yes
Total Requested900100%
Total Not Requested00%
Parktronic Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Obstacle detection, front150Yes
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Semi-automated parking system500Yes
Total Requested900100%
Total Not Requested00%
Convenience Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Universal garage door opener100Yes
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror75No
Compass0No
Hands-free trunk or liftgate100No
Total Requested25059%
Total Not Requested17541%

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