Chevrolet Malibu Chevrolet Malibu 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK Mercedes-Benz SLK 2009

We are 103,000+ car owners sharing real-world car information.

Join Us

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

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

Models in short supply often sell at or even above these prices.

Chevrolet Malibu vs. Mercedes-Benz SLK Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $24,315

Chevrolet Malibu LTZ   
Difference: $27,900

Lowest Total Invoice: $22,941

Chevrolet Malibu LTZ   
Difference: $25,682

Calculate Payments

  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year2006200920092009
ModelMalibuSLKSLKSLK
TrimLTZSLK300SLK350SLK55 AMG
Body4dr Sedan2dr Hardtop conv.2dr Hardtop conv.2dr Hardtop conv.
Base Price $23,065 $45,950 $50,950 $65,700
Base Invoice $21,797 $42,734 $47,384 $61,101
CD changer, in-dash 300      
Satellite radio 325      
Heating Package   990 990  
Premium I Package   2,950 2,950  
Metallic paint (extra cost)   720 720 720
Automatic climate control, front   730 730 730
CD changer, in-dash 249      
Satellite radio 270      
Heating Package   921 921  
Premium I Package   2,744 2,744  
Metallic paint (extra cost)   670 670 670
Automatic climate control, front   679 679 679
Options (change) 625 5,390 5,390 1,450
Options (change) 519 5,014 5,014 1,349
Destination 625 875 875 875
Gas Tax 0 0 0 1,000
Total Price $24,315 $52,215 $57,215 $69,025
Total Invoice $22,941 $48,623 $53,273 $64,325

Return to top

While we strive for accuracy, the site is not error-free, and prices can change at any time.

Dealer Price Quotes

Want to find out how much dealers are willing to discount these cars?

Request free, no-obligation Chevrolet Malibu dealer quotes or Mercedes-Benz SLK dealer quotes from dealers using our car quote form.

The process is easy and takes just a minute or two. You'll receive price quotes from local approved dealers within 48 hours.

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

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Chevrolet Malibu LTZ
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $20,565
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $18,852
Model Year2006200920092009
ModelMalibuSLKSLKSLK
TrimLTZSLK300SLK350SLK55 AMG
Body4dr Sedan2dr Hardtop conv.2dr Hardtop conv.2dr Hardtop conv.
Engine201hp V6228hp V6300hp V6355hp V8
TransmissionT4M6T7T7
DrivetrainFWDRWDRWDRWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 6?, 9?, 9?, 9
Tire (rear if not all the same)225/50-17225/45-17225/45-17225/40-18
Total Price$24,315$52,215$57,215$69,025
Adjustments for Features0-7,335-8,385-8,635
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$24,315$44,880$48,830$60,390
Cost Above Minimum$0$0$3,950$15,510
Total Invoice$22,941$48,623$53,273$64,325
Adjustments for Features0-6,830-7,807-8,047
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$22,941$41,793$45,466$56,278
Cost Above Minimum$0$0$3,673$14,485

Return to top

Features Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Mercedes-Benz SLK

Model Year2006200920092009
ModelMalibuSLKSLKSLK
TrimLTZSLK300SLK350SLK55 AMG
Body4dr Sedan2dr Hardtop conv.2dr Hardtop conv.2dr Hardtop conv.
Transmission and Drivetrain 
4-speed manually-shiftable automatic$900   
6-speed manual $150  
7-speed manually-shiftable automatic  $1200$1200
FWD$0   
RWD $0$0$0
Accessories 
Power rear side windows$200   
Power-adjustable pedals$125   
Remote start$150   
Remote window/roof operation $15$15$15
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual$250   
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power $350$350$350
Wind blocker, small $100$100$100
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Brake assist $50$50$50
Knee airbag, driver $75$75$75
Knee airbag, passenger $75$75$75
Side curtain airbags$350   
Stability control $400$400$400
Tire-pressure monitor $75$75$75
Cargo Management 
Cargo net$40   
Climate Control 
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
Residual heat $50$50$50
Variable intermittent wipers$75   
Exterior 
Body kit   $0
Bodyside moldings$75   
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) $25$25$25
Power retractable hardtop $6750$6750$6750
Rear spoiler$200  $200
Infotainment 
Aux input $50$50$50
Bluetooth cell phone link $100$100$100
iPod integration $100$100$100
MP3-compatible player $50$50$50
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Analog clock $25$25$25
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror $75$75$75
Compass$0   
Fog light, rear $100$100$100
Illuminated visor mirror, driver$50   
Illuminated visor mirror, passenger$50   
Mirror tilt-down in reverse $25$25$25
Turn signals on or near mirrors $25$25$25
Visor mirror, driver $10$10$10
Visor mirror, passenger $10$10$10
Seats and Interior Trim 
Aluminum trim   $100
Folding passenger seat$150   
Folding second row seats$300   
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat$50   
Memory system, driver seat $200$200$200
Memory system, passenger seat $150$150$150
Neck-level heating, front seats $150$150 
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat $150$150$150
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat $150$150$150
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat $100$100$100
Power height adjuster, passenger seat $100$100$100
Power recliner, driver seat $100$100$100
Power recliner, passenger seat $100$100$100
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat $100$100$100
Synthetic suede inserts in leather seating surfaces$0  $0
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Alloy wheels $350$350$350
Polished alloy wheels$350   
Sport suspension (upgrade)   $0
Transmission 
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls   $100
Total Value of Features$3,315$10,650$11,700$11,950
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$7,335$8,385$8,635
Value of Feature Adjustments0-6,830-7,807-8,047

Return to top

Specifications Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Mercedes-Benz SLK

Model Year20062009
ModelMalibuSLK
Body4dr Sedan2dr Hardtop conv.
Wheelbase106.3 in95.7 in
Length188.3 in160.7 in
Width69.9 in70.4 in
Height57.5 in51.0 in
Curb Weight3,298 lb.3,210 lb.
Fuel Capacity16.3 gal.18.5 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.6 in37.9 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room56.7 in52.2 in
Row 1 Hip Room53.2 in54.6 in
Row 1 Legroom41.9 in42.5 in
Row 2 Headroom37.6 in0.0 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room56.1 in0.0 in
Row 2 Hip Room52.4 in0.0 in
Row 2 Legroom38.5 in0.0 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum
15.4 ft36.5 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum
15.49.8 ft3

Return to top

Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz SLK SLK300

Heating Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Heated front seats200Yes
Neck-level heating, front seats150No
Total Requested20057%
Total Not Requested15043%
Premium I Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power100No
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power height adjuster, driver seat50Yes
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat50Yes
Power recliner, driver seat100No
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat150No
Power recliner, passenger seat100No
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat100No
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat150No
Universal garage door opener100Yes
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Rain-sensing wipers175No
Memory system, driver seat200No
Memory system, passenger seat150No
Satellite radio200Yes
Power height adjuster, passenger seat50No
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat50No
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror75No
Remote window/roof operation15No
Mirror tilt-down in reverse25No
Interior ambient lighting150No
iPod integration100No
Total Requested65028%
Total Not Requested169072%

Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz SLK SLK350

Heating Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Heated front seats200Yes
Neck-level heating, front seats150No
Total Requested20057%
Total Not Requested15043%
Premium I Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power100No
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power height adjuster, driver seat50Yes
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat50Yes
Power recliner, driver seat100No
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat150No
Power recliner, passenger seat100No
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat100No
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat150No
Universal garage door opener100Yes
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Rain-sensing wipers175No
Memory system, driver seat200No
Memory system, passenger seat150No
Satellite radio200Yes
Power height adjuster, passenger seat50No
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat50No
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror75No
Remote window/roof operation15No
Mirror tilt-down in reverse25No
Interior ambient lighting150No
iPod integration100No
Total Requested65028%
Total Not Requested169072%

Was this information useful?

We're glad we could help! Share this page:

We're so sorry! Tell us how we can improve it.

See TrueDelta's information for all Sedans
See TrueDelta's information for all Chevrolet models.