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Chevrolet Malibu vs. Nissan Maxima Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Chevrolet Malibu vs. Nissan Maxima Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $24,915

Chevrolet Malibu SS   
Difference: $9,300

Lowest Total Invoice: $23,416

Chevrolet Malibu SS   
Difference: $7,352

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20062006
ModelMalibuMaxima
TrimSSSE
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $22,865 $27,900
Base Invoice $21,608 $25,511
Satellite radio 325 350
Sunroof 800 900
CD changer, in-dash 300  
Sensory Package   2,350
Floor mats   160
Rear spoiler   270
Polished alloy wheels   1,550
Mud guards   130
Satellite radio 270 304
Sunroof 664 780
CD changer, in-dash 249  
Sensory Package   2,039
Floor mats   121
Rear spoiler   207
Polished alloy wheels   1,102
Mud guards   99
Options (change) 1,425 5,710
Options (change) 1,183 4,652
Destination 625 605
Total Price $24,915 $34,215
Total Invoice $23,416 $30,768

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Nissan Maxima

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Chevrolet Malibu SS
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $7,705
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $5,918
Model Year20062006
ModelMalibuMaxima
TrimSSSE
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine240hp V6265hp V6
TransmissionT4T5
DrivetrainFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)19/26 MPG20/28 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 6320, 8
Tire (rear if not all the same)225/50-18245/45-18
Total Price$24,915$34,215
Adjustments for Features0-1,595
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$24,915$32,620
Total Invoice$23,416$30,768
Adjustments for Features0-1,434
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$23,416$29,334

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Features Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Nissan Maxima

Model Year20062006
ModelMalibuMaxima
TrimSSSE
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
4-speed manually-shiftable automatic$900 
5-speed manually-shiftable automatic $1000
FWD$0$0
Accessories 
Power-adjustable pedals$125 
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
Cargo Management 
Cargo mat $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 
Cassette player $50
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Auto-dimming rearview mirror $150
Compass $0
Cornering lights $50
Heated mirrors $25
Illuminated visor mirror, passenger $50
Visor mirror, passenger$10 
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row $50
Heated front seats $200
Leather seating surfaces $900
Partial leather seating sufaces$450 
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat $100
Power recliner, driver seat $100
Power recliner, passenger seat $100
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Performance steering system (optional)$0 
Total Value of Features$1,635$3,230
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$1,595
Value of Feature Adjustments0-1,434

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Specifications Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Nissan Maxima

Model Year20062006
ModelMalibuMaxima
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase106.3 in111.2 in
Length188.3 in193.5 in
Width69.9 in71.7 in
Height57.5 in58.3 in
Curb Weight3,315 lb.3,473 lb.
Fuel Capacity16.3 gal.20.0 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.6 in40.1 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room56.7 in57.9 in
Row 1 Hip Room53.2 in53.5 in
Row 1 Legroom41.9 in43.9 in
Row 2 Headroom37.6 in37.3 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room56.1 in56.5 in
Row 2 Hip Room52.4 in54.8 in
Row 2 Legroom38.5 in36.5 in
Cargo Volume15.4 ft315.5 ft3

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Option Package Details
Nissan Maxima SE

Floor mats
FeatureValueRequested?
Floor mats75Yes
Cargo mat40No
Total Requested7565%
Total Not Requested4035%
Sensory Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces900No
Heated mirrors25No
Heated front seats200No
CD changer, in-dash200Yes
Power recliner, passenger seat100No
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat100No
Compass0No
Bose, 320W, 8 speakers350No
Total Requested20011%
Total Not Requested167589%

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