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

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Chevrolet Malibu vs. Mercedes-Benz CLS Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $32,265

Chevrolet Malibu LTZ   
Difference: $41,200

Lowest Total Invoice: $30,269

Chevrolet Malibu LTZ   
Difference: $38,115

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year201320122012
ModelMalibuCLSCLS
TrimLTZCLS550CLS63 AMG
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $27,365 $71,300 $94,900
Base Invoice $25,859 $66,309 $88,257
Electronics and Entertainment Package 1,900    
Navigation system 795    
Premium Package 1,000    
Forward collision warning 395    
Lane departure warning   850 850
Folding second row seats   440  
Electronics and Entertainment Package 1,672    
Navigation system 700    
Premium Package 880    
Forward collision warning 348    
Lane departure warning   791 791
Folding second row seats   409  
Options (change) 4,090 1,290 850
Options (change) 3,600 1,200 791
Destination 810 875 875
Total Price $32,265 $73,465 $96,625
Total Invoice $30,269 $68,384 $89,923

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

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Chevrolet Malibu LTZ
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $37,295
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $34,480
Model Year201320122012
ModelMalibuCLSCLS
TrimLTZCLS550CLS63 AMG
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine197hp I4402hp V8518hp V8
TransmissionT6T7T7
DrivetrainFWDRWDRWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 9610, 14610, 14
Tire (rear if not all the same)235/50-18255/40-18255/35-19
Total Price$32,265$73,465$96,625
Adjustments for Features0-3,905-4,930
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$32,265$69,560$91,695
Cost Above Minimum$0$0$22,135
Total Invoice$30,269$68,384$89,923
Adjustments for Features0-3,635-4,588
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$30,269$64,749$85,335
Cost Above Minimum$0$0$20,586

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Features Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Mercedes-Benz CLS

Model Year201320122012
ModelMalibuCLSCLS
TrimLTZCLS550CLS63 AMG
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1100  
7-speed manually-shiftable automatic $1200$1200
FWD$0  
RWD $0$0
Accessories 
AC power outlet$100  
Proximity key$250  
Remote start$150  
Remote window/roof operation $15$15
Sunshade, rear, power  $225
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual$250  
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power $350$350
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats $0$0
Blind spot warning system $200$200
Brake- or yaw-sensor-initiated collision preparation system $0$0
Driver drowsiness monitor $150$150
Forward collision warning$200  
Rearview camera$200  
Cargo Management 
Air-conditioned storage compartment $50$50
Cargo net$40  
Overhead sunglass holder$25  
Second-row low console $100$100
Climate Control 
Automatic air recirculation $100$100
Dual-zone climate control$125  
Heated windshield washer nozzles $15$15
Rain-sensing wipers $175$175
Rear air vents $100$100
Residual heat $50$50
Variable intermittent wipers$75  
Engine / Motor 
Automatic start / stop  $150
Exterior 
Body kit  $0
Laminated front side windows$200  
Rear spoiler  $200
Infotainment 
App support$0  
CD changer, in-dash $325$325
CD player$125  
DVD-compatible player $0$0
HD radio $50$50
Media drive $15$15
SD Card slot $25$25
Surround sound $250$250
Telematics service, such as OnStar $200$200
Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation$225  
Traffic information $25$25
Voice control for external devices$0  
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Analog clock $25 
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror $75$75
Chronometer  $100
Fog light, rear $100$100
Fog lights$125  
Headlight washers $50$50
Seats and Interior Trim 
Leather door panel trim $250$250
Memory system, passenger seat $150$150
Metal pedals  $75
Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat $50$50
Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat $50$50
Power-folding headrests, second row seats $50$50
Synthetic suede headliner  $650
Upholstered instrument panel, leather $1000$1000
Wood trim $300$300
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Adaptive dampers - electrical $500$500
Air suspension, auto-leveling and height adjustable $1000 
Electronic systems calibration selector  $200
Rear air springs, auto-leveling  $350
Sport suspension (upgrade)  $0
Transmission 
Launch control  $100
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls $100$100
Total Value of Features$3,190$7,095$8,120
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$3,905$4,930
Value of Feature Adjustments0-3,635-4,588

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Specifications Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Mercedes-Benz CLS

Model Year20132012
ModelMalibuCLS
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase107.8 in113.2 in
Length191.5 in194.5 in
Width73.0 in74.1 in
Height57.6 in55.8 in
Curb Weight3,394 lb.4,159 lb.
Fuel Capacity18.5 gal.21.1 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.0 in36.9 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room57.5 in57.1 in
Row 1 Hip Room55.0 in58.0 in
Row 1 Legroom42.1 in42.1 in
Row 2 Headroom37.5 in36.1 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room57.1 in56.5 in
Row 2 Hip Room54.3 in57.6 in
Row 2 Legroom36.8 in35.0 in
Cargo Volume16.3 ft315.3 ft3

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Option Package Details
Chevrolet Malibu LTZ

Electronics and Entertainment Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Sunroof900Yes
Rearview camera200No
AC power outlet100No
Mirror tilt-down in reverse25Yes
Universal garage door opener100Yes
Pioneer, 9 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Total Requested102561%
Total Not Requested65039%
Premium Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Xenon HID headlights500Yes
Memory system, driver seat200Yes
Proximity key250No
Total Requested70074%
Total Not Requested25026%

Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz CLS CLS550

Lane departure warning system
FeatureValueRequested?
Lane departure warning system200Yes
Blind spot warning system200No
Total Requested20050%
Total Not Requested20050%

Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz CLS CLS63 AMG

Lane departure warning system
FeatureValueRequested?
Lane departure warning system200Yes
Blind spot warning system200No
Total Requested20050%
Total Not Requested20050%

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