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

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

Lowest Total Price: $28,600

Chevrolet Malibu LTZ   
Difference: $23,605

Lowest Total Invoice: $26,944

Chevrolet Malibu LTZ   
Difference: $21,669

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year2009201220122012
ModelMalibuM-ClassM-ClassM-Class
TrimLTZML350ML550ML63 AMG
Body4dr Sedan4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr SUV
Base Price $26,880 $48,990 $57,590 $94,990
Base Invoice $25,402 $45,561 $53,559 $88,341
Rear Power Package 250      
Sunroof 800      
Metallic paint (extra cost)   720 720  
Leather seating surfaces   1,620 1,620  
Rear Power Package 208      
Sunroof 664      
Metallic paint (extra cost)   670 670  
Leather seating surfaces   1,507 1,507  
Options (change) 1,050 2,340 2,340 0
Options (change) 872 2,177 2,177 0
Destination 670 875 875 875
Total Price $28,600 $52,205 $60,805 $95,865
Total Invoice $26,944 $48,613 $56,611 $89,216

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

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Chevrolet Malibu LTZ
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $19,250
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $17,614
Model Year2009201220122012
ModelMalibuM-ClassM-ClassM-Class
TrimLTZML350ML550ML63 AMG
Body4dr Sedan4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr SUV
Engine169hp I4302hp V6402hp V8518hp V8
TransmissionT6T7T7T7
DrivetrainFWDAWDAWDAWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)210, 8?, 8?, 8830, 14
Tire (rear if not all the same)225/50-18255/50-19255/50-19265/45-20
Total Price$28,600$52,205$60,805$95,865
Adjustments for Features0-4,355-4,705-13,395
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$28,600$47,850$56,100$82,470
Cost Above Minimum$0$0$8,250$34,620
Total Invoice$26,944$48,613$56,611$89,216
Adjustments for Features0-4,055-4,380-12,466
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$26,944$44,558$52,231$76,750
Cost Above Minimum$0$0$7,673$32,192

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

Model Year2009201220122012
ModelMalibuM-ClassM-ClassM-Class
TrimLTZML350ML550ML63 AMG
Body4dr Sedan4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr SUV
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1100   
7-speed manually-shiftable automatic $1200$1200$1200
FWD$0   
AWD $1700$1700$1700
Accessories 
AC power outlet$100  $100
Power liftgate $350$350$350
Proximity key   $250
Remote start$150   
Remote window/roof operation $15$15$15
Semi-automated parking system   $500
Sunshade, rear$125   
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual$250$250$250 
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power   $350
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats $0$0$0
Blind spot warning system   $200
Brake- or yaw-sensor-initiated collision preparation system $0$0$0
Driver drowsiness monitor $150$150$150
Hill descent control $250$250$250
Knee airbag, driver $75$75$75
Lane departure warning   $200
Obstacle detection, front   $150
Obstacle detection, rear   $250
Rear side airbags $300$300$300
Rearview camera   $200
Rollover sensor $50$50$50
Trailer sway control $25$25$25
Cargo Management 
Aluminum roof rails $250$250$250
Cargo area partition net $40$40$40
Cargo cover $75$75$75
Cargo mat$40   
Cargo net$40   
Console with shifter$150   
Console without shifter $150$150$150
Climate Control 
Automatic air recirculation $100$100$100
Dual-zone climate control $125$125$125
Heated windshield washer nozzles $15$15$15
Interior air filter $0$0$0
Rain-sensing wipers $175$175$175
Rear air vents $100$100 
Rear air vents with automatic controls   $250
Rear wiper $175$175$175
Residual heat $50$50$50
Variable intermittent wipers$75   
Exterior 
Body kit   $0
Deep-tinted rear windows $275$275$275
Laminated front side windows$200   
Rear bumper protector $40$40$40
Rear spoiler $200$200$200
Running boards  $350 
Infotainment 
Bluetooth audio streaming $25$25$25
DVD-compatible player $0$0$0
HD radio $50$50$50
Media drive   $15
Navigation system   $600
Satellite radio$200  $200
SD Card slot $25$25$25
Surround sound   $250
Telematics service, such as OnStar $200$200$200
Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation$225   
Traffic information   $25
USB port $25$25$25
Voice control for nav and audio   $100
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror$75  $75
Auto-dimming headlights   $200
Auto-dimming rearview mirror$150  $150
Chronometer   $100
Fog light, rear $100$100$100
Fog lights$125   
Headlight washers   $50
Interior ambient lighting$150  $150
Mirror tilt-down in reverse $25$25$25
Power-folding mirrors   $50
Steering-linked headlights   $150
Trip computer $150$150$150
Turn signals on or near mirrors $25$25$25
Xenon HID headlights   $500
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row $50$50$50
Cooled or ventilated front seats   $300
Door sill trim plates$100$100$100 
Illuminated door sill trim plates   $200
Leather door panel trim   $250
Leather-wrapped steering wheel$150$150$150 
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat$50   
Memory system, driver seat   $200
Memory system, passenger seat   $150
Metal pedals   $75
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat $150$150$150
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat   $150
Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat $50$50$50
Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat $50$50$50
Power recliner, passenger seat $100$100$100
Synthetic suede steering wheel   $150
Upholstered instrument panel, leather   $1000
Wood trim   $300
Wood trim, alternative type $300$300 
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Active stabilizer bars   $500
Adaptive dampers - electrical   $500
Adaptive dampers - mechanical $100$100 
Air suspension, auto-leveling and height adjustable   $1000
Electronic systems calibration selector   $200
Sport suspension (upgrade)   $0
Total Value of Features$3,455$7,810$8,160$16,850
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$4,355$4,705$13,395
Value of Feature Adjustments0-4,055-4,380-12,466

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

Model Year20092012
ModelMalibuM-Class
Body4dr Sedan4dr SUV
Wheelbase112.3 in114.8 in
Length191.8 in189.1 in
Width70.3 in75.2 in
Height57.1 in70.7 in
Curb Weight3,451 lb.4,752 lb.
Fuel Capacity16.0 gal.24.6 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.4 in38.9 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room55.9 in58.5 in
Row 1 Hip Room53.0 in0.0 in
Row 1 Legroom42.2 in40.3 in
Row 2 Headroom37.2 in38.5 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room53.9 in58.4 in
Row 2 Hip Room52.1 in0.0 in
Row 2 Legroom37.6 in38.4 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum
15.1 ft336.2 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum
15.171.0 ft3

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Option Package Details
Chevrolet Malibu LTZ

Rear Power Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Sunshade, rear125No
AC power outlet100Yes
Total Requested10044%
Total Not Requested12556%

Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz M-Class ML350

Leather seating surfaces
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Wood trim, alternative type0No
Total Requested900100%
Total Not Requested00%

Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz M-Class ML550

Leather seating surfaces
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Wood trim, alternative type0No
Total Requested900100%
Total Not Requested00%

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