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Chevrolet Malibu vs. Nissan Altima Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Chevrolet Malibu vs. Nissan Altima Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $24,915

Chevrolet Malibu SS   
Difference: $4,945

Lowest Total Invoice: $23,416

Chevrolet Malibu SS   
Difference: $4,085

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year200620092009
ModelMalibuAltimaAltima
TrimSS3.5 SE3.5 SL
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $22,865 $25,180 $29,380
Base Invoice $21,608 $23,337 $27,221
Sunroof 800 850  
CD changer, in-dash 300    
Satellite radio 325    
Premium Package   2,460  
6-speed shiftable CVT   500  
Floor mats   175 175
Rear spoiler     370
Sunroof 664 738  
CD changer, in-dash 249    
Satellite radio 270    
Premium Package   2,134  
6-speed shiftable CVT   463  
Floor mats   134 134
Rear spoiler     295
Options (change) 1,425 3,985 545
Options (change) 1,183 3,469 429
Destination 625 695 695
Total Price $24,915 $29,860 $30,620
Total Invoice $23,416 $27,501 $28,345

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Nissan Altima

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Chevrolet Malibu SS
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $2,090
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $1,456
Model Year200620092009
ModelMalibuAltimaAltima
TrimSS3.5 SE3.5 SL
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine240hp V6270hp V6270hp V6
TransmissionT4CVT-6CVT-6
DrivetrainFWDFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)19/26 MPG19/26 MPG19/26 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 6264, 9264, 9
Tire (rear if not all the same)225/50-18215/55-17215/60-16
Total Price$24,915$29,860$30,620
Adjustments for Features0-2,855-2,255
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$24,915$27,005$28,365
Cost Above Minimum$0$0$1,360
Total Invoice$23,416$27,501$28,345
Adjustments for Features0-2,629-2,087
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$23,416$24,872$26,258
Cost Above Minimum$0$0$1,386

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Features Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Nissan Altima

Model Year200620092009
ModelMalibuAltimaAltima
TrimSS3.5 SE3.5 SL
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
4-speed manually-shiftable automatic$900  
6-speed manually-shiftable CVT $1100$1100
FWD$0$0$0
Accessories 
Power-adjustable pedals$125  
Proximity key $250$250
Remote start$150  
Remote window/roof operation $15$15
Universal garage door opener $100$100
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats $0$0
Brake assist $50$50
Stability control $400 
Tire-pressure monitor $75$75
Traction control$100$100 
Cargo Management 
Cargo mat $40$40
Cargo net$40  
Overhead sunglass holder $25$25
Climate Control 
Dual-zone climate control $125$125
Interior air filter $0$0
Rear air vents $100 
Exterior 
Body kit$0  
Infotainment 
Aux input $50$50
Bluetooth cell phone link $100$100
MP3-compatible player $50$50
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Auto-dimming rearview mirror $150$150
Compass $0$0
Heated mirrors $25$25
Illuminated visor mirror, passenger $50$50
Turn signals on or near mirrors $25$25
Visor mirror, passenger$10  
Xenon HID headlights $500$500
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row $50$50
Heated front seats $200$200
Leather seating surfaces $900$900
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat$50  
Partial leather seating sufaces$450  
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat $100$100
Power recliner, driver seat $100$100
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Alloy wheels $350$350
Performance steering system (optional)$0  
Polished alloy wheels$350  
Sport suspension (upgrade)$0$0 
Total Value of Features$2,175$5,030$4,430
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$2,855$2,255
Value of Feature Adjustments0-2,629-2,087

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Specifications Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Nissan Altima

Model Year20062009
ModelMalibuAltima
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase106.3 in109.3 in
Length188.3 in189.8 in
Width69.9 in70.7 in
Height57.5 in57.9 in
Curb Weight3,315 lb.3,424 lb.
Fuel Capacity16.3 gal.20.0 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.6 in40.6 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room56.7 in55.7 in
Row 1 Hip Room53.2 in56.8 in
Row 1 Legroom41.9 in44.1 in
Row 2 Headroom37.6 in36.8 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room56.1 in55.5 in
Row 2 Hip Room52.4 in52.5 in
Row 2 Legroom38.5 in35.8 in
Cargo Volume15.4 ft315.3 ft3

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Option Package Details
Nissan Altima 3.5 SE

Floor mats
FeatureValueRequested?
Floor mats75Yes
Cargo mat40No
Total Requested7565%
Total Not Requested4035%
Premium Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces900No
Heated front seats200No
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat50No
Universal garage door opener100No
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150No
Compass0No
Interior ambient lighting150No
Upholstered door panels, leather250No
Automatic climate control, front200Yes
CD changer, in-dash200Yes
Satellite radio200Yes
Bluetooth cell phone link100No
Dual-zone climate control125No
MP3-compatible player50No
Bose, 264W, 9 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Rear air vents100No
Traction control100Yes
Stability control400No
Fog lights125Yes
Xenon HID headlights500No
Rear spoiler200Yes
Total Requested102523%
Total Not Requested342577%

Option Package Details
Nissan Altima 3.5 SL

Floor mats
FeatureValueRequested?
Floor mats75Yes
Cargo mat40No
Total Requested7565%
Total Not Requested4035%

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