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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: $29,360

Chevrolet Malibu LTZ   
Difference: $1,090

Lowest Total Invoice: $27,787

Chevrolet Malibu LTZ   
Difference: $646

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20122016
ModelMalibuLEAF
TrimLTZSL
Body4dr Sedan4dr Hatch
Base Price $28,600 $36,790
Base Invoice $27,027 $34,843
Floor mats   180
Door sill trim plates   130
Floor mats   134
Door sill trim plates   106
Options (change) 0 310
Options (change) 0 240
Destination 760 850
Gas Tax 0 -7,500
Total Price $29,360 $30,450
Total Invoice $27,787 $28,433

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Nissan LEAF

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Nissan LEAF SL
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $655
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $983
Model Year20122016
ModelMalibuLEAF
TrimLTZSL
Body4dr Sedan4dr Hatch
Engine169hp I4107hp E
TransmissionT6A1
DrivetrainFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 8?, 6
Tire (rear if not all the same)225/50-18215/50-17
Total Price$29,360$30,450
Adjustments for Features0-1,745
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$29,360$28,705
Total Invoice$27,787$28,433
Adjustments for Features0-1,629
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$27,787$26,804

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Features Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Nissan LEAF

Model Year20122016
ModelMalibuLEAF
TrimLTZSL
Body4dr Sedan4dr Hatch
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1100 
1-speed automatic $800
FWD$0$0
Accessories 
AC power outlet$100 
Heated steering wheel $100
Photovoltaic solar panel $250
Proximity key $250
Remote app $25
Remote start$150 
Tilt steering wheel, manual $150
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual$250 
Universal garage door opener $100
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats $0
Rearview camera $200
Temporary spare tire$150 
Cargo Management 
Cargo cover $75
Climate Control 
Heat pump $250
Rear wiper $175
Engine / Motor 
30 kWh battery pack $0
6.6 kW onboard charger $500
DC quick-charging capability $750
Exterior 
Bodyside moldings$75 
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)$25 
Laminated front side windows$200 
Rear spoiler $200
Sunroof$900 
Infotainment 
App support $0
Bluetooth audio streaming $25
Navigation system $600
SMS text-to-speech reader $25
Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation$225 
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 
Interior ambient lighting$150 
LED headlights $1000
Tachometer$75 
Trip computer $150
Visor mirror, driver $10
Visor mirror, passenger $10
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), front row$75 
Heated second row seats $200
Manual height adjuster, driver seat $50
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat$100 
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat$100 
Power height adjuster, driver seat$100 
Power height adjuster, passenger seat$100 
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat$100 
Power recliner, driver seat$100 
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat$100 
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat$100 
Total Value of Features$4,375$6,120
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$1,745
Value of Feature Adjustments0-1,629

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

Specifications Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Nissan LEAF

Model Year20122016
ModelMalibuLEAF
Body4dr Sedan4dr Hatch
Wheelbase112.3 in106.3 in
Length191.8 in175.0 in
Width70.3 in69.7 in
Height57.1 in61.0 in
Curb Weight3,416 lb.3,257 lb.
Fuel Capacity16.0 gal.0.0 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.4 in41.2 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room55.9 in54.3 in
Row 1 Hip Room53.0 in51.7 in
Row 1 Legroom42.2 in42.1 in
Row 2 Headroom37.2 in37.3 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room53.9 in52.5 in
Row 2 Hip Room52.1 in50.0 in
Row 2 Legroom37.6 in33.3 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum		15.1 ft323.6 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum		15.130.0 ft3

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See a complete comparison of Chevrolet Malibu vs. Nissan LEAF specs.

Option Package Details
Nissan LEAF SL

Floor mats
FeatureValueRequested?
Floor mats75Yes
Cargo mat40Yes
Total Requested115100%
Total Not Requested00%

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