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

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Chevrolet Malibu vs. Mercedes-Benz GL Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $30,960

Chevrolet Malibu LTZ   
Difference: $34,515

Lowest Total Invoice: $29,299

Chevrolet Malibu LTZ   
Difference: $31,655

Calculate Payments

  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20122011
ModelMalibuGL
TrimLTZGL450 / GL350
Body4dr Sedan4dr SUV
Base Price $28,600 $61,950
Base Invoice $27,027 $57,614
3.6L V6 1,600  
Leather seating surfaces   1,930
Metallic paint (extra cost)   720
3.6L V6 1,512  
Leather seating surfaces   1,795
Metallic paint (extra cost)   670
Options (change) 1,600 2,650
Options (change) 1,512 2,465
Destination 760 875
Total Price $30,960 $65,475
Total Invoice $29,299 $60,954

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

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Chevrolet Malibu LTZ
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $27,085
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $24,738
Model Year20122011
ModelMalibuGL
TrimLTZGL450 / GL350
Body4dr Sedan4dr SUV
Engine252hp V6335hp V8
TransmissionT6T7
DrivetrainFWDAWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)17/26 MPG13/18 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 880, 8
Tire (rear if not all the same)225/50-18275/55-19
Total Price$30,960$65,475
Adjustments for Features0-7,430
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$30,960$58,045
Total Invoice$29,299$60,954
Adjustments for Features0-6,917
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$29,299$54,037

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Features Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Mercedes-Benz GL

Model Year20122011
ModelMalibuGL
TrimLTZGL450 / GL350
Body4dr Sedan4dr SUV
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1100 
7-speed manually-shiftable automatic $1200
FWD$0 
AWD $1700
Accessories 
AC power outlet$100 
Power flip-out rear side windows $125
Remote start$150 
Remote window/roof operation $15
Universal garage door opener $100
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats $0
Brake- or yaw-sensor-initiated collision preparation system $0
Hill descent control $250
Knee airbag, driver $75
Rear side airbags $300
Rollover sensor $50
Side curtain airbags$350 
Side curtain airbags, three rows $500
Trailer sway control $25
Cargo Management 
Cargo cover $75
Cargo mat$40 
Console with shifter$150 
Console without shifter $150
Roof rails $250
Climate Control 
Dual-zone climate control $125
Heated windshield washer nozzles $15
Interior air filter $0
Rain-sensing wipers $175
Rear air vents $100
Rear wiper $175
Residual heat $50
Variable intermittent wipers$75 
Exterior 
Deep-tinted rear windows $275
Glass roof panel(s) $300
Laminated front side windows$200 
Rear bumper protector $40
Infotainment 
CD changer, in-dash $325
CD player$125 
DVD-Audio-compatible player $0
Satellite radio$200 
Telematics service, such as OnStar $200
Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation$225 
USB port$25 
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Analog clock $25
Auto-dimming rearview mirror$150 
Fog light, rear $100
Trip computer $150
Turn signals on or near mirrors $25
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row $50
Leather door panel trim $250
Leather seating surfaces, third-row seats $200
Manual recliner, second row seats $75
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat $150
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat$100 
Power recliner, passenger seat $100
Power-folding third row seats $1000
Upholstered instrument panel $300
Wood trim $300
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Air suspension, auto-leveling and height adjustable $1000
Performance steering system (optional)$0 
Transmission 
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls $100
Total Value of Features$2,990$10,420
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$7,430
Value of Feature Adjustments0-6,917

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See a complete comparison of Chevrolet Malibu vs. Mercedes-Benz GL features.

Specifications Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Mercedes-Benz GL

Model Year20122011
ModelMalibuGL
Body4dr Sedan4dr SUV
Wheelbase112.3 in121.1 in
Length191.8 in200.6 in
Width70.3 in76.0 in
Height57.1 in72.4 in
Curb Weight3,645 lb.5,346 lb.
Fuel Capacity16.0 gal.26.0 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.4 in40.1 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room55.9 in58.3 in
Row 1 Hip Room53.0 in0.0 in
Row 1 Legroom42.2 in40.3 in
Row 2 Headroom37.2 in40.6 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room53.9 in58.9 in
Row 2 Hip Room52.1 in0.0 in
Row 2 Legroom37.6 in39.5 in
Row 3 Headroom0.0 in38.2 in
Row 3 Shoulder Room0.0 in50.5 in
Row 3 Legroom0.0 in34.2 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum		15.1 ft314.3 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Behind R2		15.143.8 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum		15.183.3 ft3

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See a complete comparison of Chevrolet Malibu vs. Mercedes-Benz GL specs.

Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz GL GL450 / GL350

Leather seating surfaces
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Leather seating surfaces, third-row seats200No
Interior ambient lighting150Yes
Upholstered door panels, leather250No
Total Requested105070%
Total Not Requested45030%

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