Chevrolet Malibu Chevrolet Malibu 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLK Mercedes-Benz SLK 2010

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: $29,360

Chevrolet Malibu LTZ   
Difference: $22,435

Lowest Total Invoice: $27,787

Chevrolet Malibu LTZ   
Difference: $20,445

Calculate Payments

  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year2012201020102010
ModelMalibuSLKSLKSLK
TrimLTZSLK300SLK350SLK55 AMG
Body4dr Sedan2dr Hardtop conv.2dr Hardtop conv.2dr Hardtop conv.
Base Price $28,600 $46,900 $51,900 $66,650
Base Invoice $27,027 $43,617 $48,267 $61,985
Premium 1 Package   2,550 2,550  
Metallic paint (extra cost)   720 720 720
Automatic climate control, front   750 750 750
Premium 1 Package   2,372 2,372  
Metallic paint (extra cost)   670 670 670
Automatic climate control, front   698 698 698
Options (change) 0 4,020 4,020 1,470
Options (change) 0 3,740 3,740 1,368
Destination 760 875 875 875
Gas Tax 0 0 0 1,000
Total Price $29,360 $51,795 $56,795 $69,995
Total Invoice $27,787 $48,232 $52,882 $65,228

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: $17,350
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $15,710
Model Year2012201020102010
ModelMalibuSLKSLKSLK
TrimLTZSLK300SLK350SLK55 AMG
Body4dr Sedan2dr Hardtop conv.2dr Hardtop conv.2dr Hardtop conv.
Engine169hp I4228hp V6300hp V6355hp V8
TransmissionT6M6T7T7
DrivetrainFWDRWDRWDRWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 8?, 9?, 9?, 9
Tire (rear if not all the same)225/50-18225/45-17225/45-17225/40-18
Total Price$29,360$51,795$56,795$69,995
Adjustments for Features0-5,085-6,135-6,735
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$29,360$46,710$50,660$63,260
Cost Above Minimum$0$0$3,950$16,550
Total Invoice$27,787$48,232$52,882$65,228
Adjustments for Features0-4,735-5,712-6,276
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$27,787$43,497$47,170$58,952
Cost Above Minimum$0$0$3,673$15,455

Return to top

Features Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Mercedes-Benz SLK

Model Year2012201020102010
ModelMalibuSLKSLKSLK
TrimLTZSLK300SLK350SLK55 AMG
Body4dr Sedan2dr Hardtop conv.2dr Hardtop conv.2dr Hardtop conv.
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1100   
6-speed manual $150  
7-speed manually-shiftable automatic  $1200$1200
FWD$0   
RWD $0$0$0
Accessories 
AC power outlet$100   
Power rear side windows$200   
Remote start$150   
Remote window/roof operation $15$15$15
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual$250   
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power $350$350$350
Universal garage door opener $100$100$100
Wind blocker, small $100$100$100
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Knee airbag, driver $75$75$75
Knee airbag, passenger $75$75$75
Side curtain airbags$350   
Cargo Management 
Cargo mat$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   
Laminated front side windows$200   
Power retractable hardtop $6750$6750$6750
Rear spoiler   $200
Sunroof$900   
Infotainment 
CD changer, in-dash $325$325$325
CD player$125   
iPod integration $100$100$100
Satellite radio$200   
Telematics service, such as OnStar $200$200$200
Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation$225   
USB port$25   
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
Trip computer $150$150$150
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 second row seats$300   
Heated front seats$200  $200
Leather door panel trim $250$250$250
Memory system, driver seat $200$200$200
Memory system, passenger seat $150$150$150
Metal pedals $75$75$75
No leather in second row $-300$-300$-300
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat $150$150$150
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat $150$150$150
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat$100   
Power recliner, passenger seat $100$100$100
Synthetic suede inserts in leather seating surfaces   $0
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Sport suspension (upgrade)   $0
Transmission 
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls   $100
Total Value of Features$4,715$9,800$10,850$11,450
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$5,085$6,135$6,735
Value of Feature Adjustments0-4,735-5,712-6,276

Return to top

Specifications Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Mercedes-Benz SLK

Model Year20122010
ModelMalibuSLK
Body4dr Sedan2dr Hardtop conv.
Wheelbase112.3 in95.7 in
Length191.8 in160.7 in
Width70.3 in70.4 in
Height57.1 in51.0 in
Curb Weight3,416 lb.3,210 lb.
Fuel Capacity16.0 gal.18.5 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.4 in37.9 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room55.9 in52.2 in
Row 1 Hip Room53.0 in54.6 in
Row 1 Legroom42.2 in42.5 in
Row 2 Headroom37.2 in0.0 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room53.9 in0.0 in
Row 2 Hip Room52.1 in0.0 in
Row 2 Legroom37.6 in0.0 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum
15.1 ft36.5 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum
15.19.8 ft3

Return to top

Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz SLK SLK300

Premium 1 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 seat100Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat150No
Power recliner, passenger seat100No
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat150No
Universal garage door opener100No
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Rain-sensing wipers175No
Memory system, driver seat200No
Memory system, passenger seat150No
Power height adjuster, passenger seat50Yes
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat50Yes
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror75No
Remote window/roof operation15No
Mirror tilt-down in reverse25No
Interior ambient lighting150Yes
iPod integration100Yes
Total Requested90042%
Total Not Requested124058%

Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz SLK SLK350

Premium 1 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 seat100Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat150No
Power recliner, passenger seat100No
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat150No
Universal garage door opener100No
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Rain-sensing wipers175No
Memory system, driver seat200No
Memory system, passenger seat150No
Power height adjuster, passenger seat50Yes
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat50Yes
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror75No
Remote window/roof operation15No
Mirror tilt-down in reverse25No
Interior ambient lighting150Yes
iPod integration100Yes
Total Requested90042%
Total Not Requested124058%

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.