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Chevrolet Malibu vs. Nissan LEAF Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Chevrolet Malibu vs. Nissan LEAF Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $24,415

Chevrolet Malibu Maxx LTZ   
Difference: $5,930

Lowest Total Invoice: $23,070

Chevrolet Malibu Maxx LTZ   
Difference: $5,275

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20062016
ModelMalibuLEAF
TrimMaxx LTZSL
Body4dr Hatch4dr Hatch
Base Price $23,465 $36,790
Base Invoice $22,175 $34,843
Satellite radio 325  
Cargo net   25
Floor mats   180
Satellite radio 270  
Cargo net   18
Floor mats   134
Options (change) 325 205
Options (change) 270 152
Destination 625 850
Gas Tax 0 -7,500
Total Price $24,415 $30,345
Total Invoice $23,070 $28,345

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Nissan LEAF

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Chevrolet Malibu Maxx LTZ
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $2,745
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $2,300
Model Year20062016
ModelMalibuLEAF
TrimMaxx LTZSL
Body4dr Hatch4dr Hatch
Engine201hp V6107hp E
TransmissionT4A1
DrivetrainFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 6?, 6
Tire (rear if not all the same)225/50-17215/50-17
Total Price$24,415$30,345
Adjustments for Features0-3,185
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$24,415$27,160
Total Invoice$23,070$28,345
Adjustments for Features0-2,975
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$23,070$25,370

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Features Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Nissan LEAF

Model Year20062016
ModelMalibuLEAF
TrimMaxx LTZSL
Body4dr Hatch4dr Hatch
Transmission and Drivetrain 
4-speed manually-shiftable automatic$900 
1-speed automatic $800
FWD$0$0
Accessories 
Heated steering wheel $100
Photovoltaic solar panel $250
Power-adjustable pedals$125 
Proximity key $250
Remote app $25
Remote start$150 
Tilt steering wheel, manual $150
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual$250 
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 cover $75
Cargo mat $40
Cargo shelf, height-adjustable$100 
Climate Control 
Heat pump $250
Engine / Motor 
30 kWh battery pack $0
6.6 kW onboard charger $500
DC quick-charging capability $750
Exterior 
Body kit$0 
Bodyside moldings$75 
Glass roof panel(s)$300 
Infotainment 
App support $0
Aux input $50
Bluetooth audio streaming $25
Bluetooth cell phone link $100
MP3-compatible player $50
Navigation system $600
Rear seat audio controls$25 
SMS text-to-speech reader $25
Telematics service, such as OnStar$200 
Traffic information $25
Voice control for nav and audio $100
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Compass$0 
Detailed driving style feedback $100
Digital instruments $0
Illuminated visor mirror, driver$50 
Illuminated visor mirror, passenger$50 
LED headlights $1000
Tachometer$75 
Visor mirror, driver $10
Visor mirror, passenger $10
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), front row$75 
Center armrest(s), second row$50 
Folding passenger seat$150 
Heated second row seats $200
Manual fore-aft adjuster, second row seats$75 
Manual height adjuster, driver seat $50
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat$50 
Manual recliner, second row seats$75 
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat$100 
Power height adjuster, driver seat$100 
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat$100 
Synthetic suede inserts in leather seating surfaces$0 
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Alloy wheels $350
Polished alloy wheels$350 
Total Value of Features$3,425$6,610
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$3,185
Value of Feature Adjustments0-2,975

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Specifications Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Nissan LEAF

Model Year20062016
ModelMalibuLEAF
Body4dr Hatch4dr Hatch
Wheelbase112.3 in106.3 in
Length187.8 in175.0 in
Width69.8 in69.7 in
Height58.1 in61.0 in
Curb Weight3,459 lb.3,257 lb.
Fuel Capacity16.3 gal.0.0 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.4 in41.2 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room56.7 in54.3 in
Row 1 Hip Room53.5 in51.7 in
Row 1 Legroom41.9 in42.1 in
Row 2 Headroom39.4 in37.3 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room55.5 in52.5 in
Row 2 Hip Room52.4 in50.0 in
Row 2 Legroom41.0 in33.3 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum
22.8 ft323.6 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum
41.0 ft330.0 ft3

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Option Package Details
Nissan LEAF SL

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

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