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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: $11,555

Lowest Total Invoice: $23,416

Chevrolet Malibu SS   
Difference: $9,971

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20062012
ModelMalibuMaxima
TrimSSSV
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $22,865 $35,120
Base Invoice $21,608 $32,163
Sunroof 800  
CD changer, in-dash 300  
Satellite radio 325  
Floor mats   195
Rear spoiler   375
Sunroof 664  
CD changer, in-dash 249  
Satellite radio 270  
Floor mats   146
Rear spoiler   298
Options (change) 1,425 570
Options (change) 1,183 444
Destination 625 780
Total Price $24,915 $36,470
Total Invoice $23,416 $33,387

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Nissan Maxima

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Chevrolet Malibu SS
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $9,250
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $7,861
Model Year20062012
ModelMalibuMaxima
TrimSSSV
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine240hp V6290hp V6
TransmissionT4CVT-6
DrivetrainFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)19/26 MPG19/26 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 6?, 9
Tire (rear if not all the same)225/50-18245/45-18
Total Price$24,915$36,470
Adjustments for Features0-2,305
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$24,915$34,165
Total Invoice$23,416$33,387
Adjustments for Features0-2,110
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$23,416$31,277

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Features Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Nissan Maxima

Model Year20062012
ModelMalibuMaxima
TrimSSSV
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
Stability control $400
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 
Bodyside moldings$75 
Infotainment 
Aux input $50
Bluetooth cell phone link $100
MP3-compatible player $50
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Auto-dimming rearview mirror $150
Compass $0
Illuminated visor mirror, passenger $50
Turn signals on or near mirrors $25
Visor mirror, passenger$10 
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row $50
Leather seating surfaces $900
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat$50 
Manual thigh support length adjuster, driver seat $50
Partial leather seating sufaces$450 
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat $100
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat $100
Power recliner, driver seat $100
Power recliner, passenger seat $100
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Alloy wheels $350
Performance steering system (optional)$0 
Polished alloy wheels$350 
Sport suspension (upgrade)$0 
Total Value of Features$2,150$4,455
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$2,305
Value of Feature Adjustments0-2,110

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Specifications Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Nissan Maxima

Model Year20062012
ModelMalibuMaxima
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase106.3 in109.3 in
Length188.3 in190.6 in
Width69.9 in73.2 in
Height57.5 in57.8 in
Curb Weight3,315 lb.3,556 lb.
Fuel Capacity16.3 gal.20.0 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.6 in38.5 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room56.7 in56.3 in
Row 1 Hip Room53.2 in53.4 in
Row 1 Legroom41.9 in43.8 in
Row 2 Headroom37.6 in36.4 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room56.1 in55.1 in
Row 2 Hip Room52.4 in53.9 in
Row 2 Legroom38.5 in34.6 in
Cargo Volume15.4 ft314.2 ft3

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Option Package Details
Nissan Maxima SV

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

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