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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: $29,945

Chevrolet Malibu LTZ   
Difference: $1,260

Lowest Total Invoice: $28,060

Chevrolet Malibu LTZ   
Difference: $593

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20092012
ModelMalibuAltima
TrimLTZ3.5 SR
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $26,880 $25,570
Base Invoice $25,402 $23,697
Sunroof 800  
3.6L V6 1,595  
Premium Package   2,130
Sport Package   2,370
Floor mats   180
Door sill trim plates   175
Sunroof 664  
3.6L V6 1,324  
Premium Package   1,848
Sport Package   2,056
Floor mats   146
Door sill trim plates   126
Options (change) 2,395 4,855
Options (change) 1,988 4,176
Destination 670 780
Total Price $29,945 $31,205
Total Invoice $28,060 $28,653

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Nissan Altima

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Chevrolet Malibu LTZ
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $760
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $134
Model Year20092012
ModelMalibuAltima
TrimLTZ3.5 SR
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine252hp V6270hp V6
TransmissionT6CVT-6
DrivetrainFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)17/26 MPG20/27 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)210, 8264, 9
Tire (rear if not all the same)225/50-18215/55-17
Total Price$29,945$31,205
Adjustments for Features0-500
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$29,945$30,705
Total Invoice$28,060$28,653
Adjustments for Features0-459
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$28,060$28,194

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Features Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Nissan Altima

Model Year20092012
ModelMalibuAltima
TrimLTZ3.5 SR
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1100 
6-speed manually-shiftable CVT $1100
FWD$0$0
Accessories 
Proximity key $250
Remote start$150 
Remote window/roof operation $15
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats $0
Rearview camera $200
Cargo Management 
Cargo net$40 
Overhead sunglass holder $25
Climate Control 
Dual-zone climate control $125
Interior air filter $0
Rear air vents $100
Exterior 
Bodyside moldings $75
Laminated front side windows$200 
Rear spoiler $200
Infotainment 
CD changer, in-dash$325 
CD player $125
Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation$225 
USB port $25
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror$75 
Trip computer $150
Turn signals on or near mirrors $25
Xenon HID headlights $500
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row $50
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat$50 
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat$100 
Power height adjuster, passenger seat$100 
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat $100
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat$100 
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Performance steering system (optional)$0 
Sport suspension (upgrade) $0
Transmission 
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls$100 
Total Value of Features$2,565$3,065
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$500
Value of Feature Adjustments0-459

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

Specifications Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Nissan Altima

Model Year20092012
ModelMalibuAltima
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase112.3 in109.3 in
Length191.8 in190.7 in
Width70.3 in70.7 in
Height57.1 in57.9 in
Curb Weight3,680 lb.3,357 lb.
Fuel Capacity16.0 gal.20.0 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.4 in40.6 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room55.9 in55.7 in
Row 1 Hip Room53.0 in56.8 in
Row 1 Legroom42.2 in44.1 in
Row 2 Headroom37.2 in36.8 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room53.9 in55.5 in
Row 2 Hip Room52.1 in52.5 in
Row 2 Legroom37.6 in35.8 in
Cargo Volume15.1 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 mat40Yes
Total Requested115100%
Total Not Requested00%
Premium Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat50No
Rear air vents100No
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Heated front seats200Yes
Universal garage door opener100Yes
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Compass0Yes
Interior ambient lighting150Yes
Satellite radio200Yes
Rearview camera200No
MP3-compatible player50Yes
USB port25No
Bose, 264W, 9 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Total Requested175071%
Total Not Requested72529%
Sport Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Fog lights125Yes
Xenon HID headlights500No
Rear spoiler200No
Automatic climate control, front200Yes
Sunroof900Yes
Dual-zone climate control125No
Total Requested122560%
Total Not Requested82540%

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