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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: $9,585

Lowest Total Invoice: $23,416

Chevrolet Malibu SS   
Difference: $7,736

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20062008
ModelMalibuMaxima
TrimSSSE
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $22,865 $28,630
Base Invoice $21,608 $26,229
Sunroof 800 900
CD changer, in-dash 300  
Satellite radio 325  
Sensory Package   2,550
Floor mats   175
Chrome-plated alloy wheels   1,550
Sunroof 664 780
CD changer, in-dash 249  
Satellite radio 270  
Sensory Package   2,213
Floor mats   131
Chrome-plated alloy wheels   1,104
Options (change) 1,425 5,175
Options (change) 1,183 4,228
Destination 625 695
Total Price $24,915 $34,500
Total Invoice $23,416 $31,152

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Nissan Maxima

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Chevrolet Malibu SS
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $7,455
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $5,813
Model Year20062008
ModelMalibuMaxima
TrimSSSE
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine240hp V6255hp V6
TransmissionT4CVT-6
DrivetrainFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)19/26 MPG19/25 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 6320, 8
Tire (rear if not all the same)225/50-18245/45-18
Total Price$24,915$34,500
Adjustments for Features0-2,130
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$24,915$32,370
Total Invoice$23,416$31,152
Adjustments for Features0-1,923
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$23,416$29,229

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Features Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Nissan Maxima

Model Year20062008
ModelMalibuMaxima
TrimSSSE
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
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
MP3-compatible 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 
Aluminum trim $100
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$1,675$3,805
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$2,130
Value of Feature Adjustments0-1,923

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Specifications Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Nissan Maxima

Model Year20062008
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.3,579 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
Satellite radio200Yes
Compass0No
MP3-compatible player50No
Bose, 320W, 8 speakers350No
Total Requested40019%
Total Not Requested172581%

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