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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: $24,615

Chevrolet Malibu SS   
Difference: $6,180

Lowest Total Invoice: $23,167

Chevrolet Malibu SS   
Difference: $5,119

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20062011
ModelMalibuAltima
TrimSS3.5 SR
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $22,865 $25,110
Base Invoice $21,608 $23,272
Sunroof 800  
Satellite radio 325  
Sport Package   2,370
Premium Package   2,380
Floor mats   175
Sunroof 664  
Satellite radio 270  
Sport Package   2,056
Premium Package   2,064
Floor mats   134
Options (change) 1,125 4,925
Options (change) 934 4,254
Destination 625 760
Total Price $24,615 $30,795
Total Invoice $23,167 $28,286

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Nissan Altima

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Chevrolet Malibu SS
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $3,125
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $2,313
Model Year20062011
ModelMalibuAltima
TrimSS3.5 SR
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine240hp V6270hp V6
TransmissionT4CVT-6
DrivetrainFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)19/26 MPG20/27 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 6264, 9
Tire (rear if not all the same)225/50-18215/55-17
Total Price$24,615$30,795
Adjustments for Features0-3,055
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$24,615$27,740
Total Invoice$23,167$28,286
Adjustments for Features0-2,806
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$23,167$25,480

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Features Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Nissan Altima

Model Year20062011
ModelMalibuAltima
TrimSS3.5 SR
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
4-speed manually-shiftable automatic$900 
6-speed manually-shiftable CVT $1100
FWD$0$0
Accessories 
Power-adjustable pedals$125 
Proximity key $250
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 assist $50
Rearview camera $200
Stability control $400
Tire-pressure monitor $75
Cargo Management 
Cargo mat $40
Cargo net$40 
Overhead sunglass holder $25
Climate Control 
Dual-zone climate control $125
Interior air filter $0
Rear air vents $100
Exterior 
Body kit$0 
Infotainment 
Aux input $50
Bluetooth cell phone link $100
MP3-compatible player $50
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Auto-dimming rearview mirror $150
Compass $0
Heated mirrors $25
Illuminated visor mirror, passenger $50
Turn signals on or near mirrors $25
Visor mirror, passenger$10 
Xenon HID headlights $500
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row $50
Heated front seats $200
Leather seating surfaces $900
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat$50 
Partial leather seating sufaces$450 
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat $100
Power recliner, driver seat $100
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Alloy wheels $350
Performance steering system (optional)$0 
Polished alloy wheels$350 
Total Value of Features$2,075$5,130
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$3,055
Value of Feature Adjustments0-2,806

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See a complete comparison of Chevrolet Malibu vs. Nissan Altima features.

Specifications Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Nissan Altima

Model Year20062011
ModelMalibuAltima
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase106.3 in109.3 in
Length188.3 in190.7 in
Width69.9 in70.7 in
Height57.5 in57.9 in
Curb Weight3,315 lb.3,357 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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See a complete comparison of Chevrolet Malibu vs. Nissan Altima specs.

Option Package Details
Nissan Altima 3.5 SR

Floor mats
FeatureValueRequested?
Floor mats75Yes
Cargo mat40No
Total Requested7565%
Total Not Requested4035%
Sport Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Fog lights125Yes
Xenon HID headlights500No
Rear spoiler200Yes
Dual-zone climate control125No
Automatic climate control, front200Yes
Sunroof900Yes
Total Requested142570%
Total Not Requested62530%
Premium Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat50No
Rear air vents100No
Universal garage door opener100No
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150No
Compass0No
Interior ambient lighting150No
Leather seating surfaces900No
Heated front seats200No
Rearview camera200No
MP3-compatible player50No
USB port25No
Satellite radio200Yes
Bluetooth cell phone link100No
Bose, 264W, 9 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Total Requested2008%
Total Not Requested237592%

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