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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: $25,750

Chevrolet Malibu LTZ   
Difference: $7,270

Lowest Total Invoice: $24,206

Chevrolet Malibu LTZ   
Difference: $5,977

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year200720082008
ModelMalibuMaximaMaxima
TrimLTZSESL
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $23,675 $28,630 $30,880
Base Invoice $22,373 $26,229 $28,286
Sunroof 800 900 900
CD changer, in-dash 300    
Satellite radio 325    
Sensory Package   2,550  
Floor mats   175 175
Chrome-plated alloy wheels   1,550  
Rear spoiler     370
Sunroof 664 780 780
CD changer, in-dash 249    
Satellite radio 270    
Sensory Package   2,213  
Floor mats   131 131
Chrome-plated alloy wheels   1,104  
Rear spoiler     291
Options (change) 1,425 5,175 1,445
Options (change) 1,183 4,228 1,202
Destination 650 695 695
Total Price $25,750 $34,500 $33,020
Total Invoice $24,206 $31,152 $30,183

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Nissan Maxima

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Chevrolet Malibu LTZ
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $6,530
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $5,301
Model Year200720082008
ModelMalibuMaximaMaxima
TrimLTZSESL
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine217hp V6255hp V6255hp V6
TransmissionT4CVT-6CVT-6
DrivetrainFWDFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)22/32 MPG19/25 MPG19/25 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 6320, 8320, 8
Tire (rear if not all the same)225/50-17245/45-18225/55-17
Total Price$25,750$34,500$33,020
Adjustments for Features0-840-740
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$25,750$33,660$32,280
Cost Above Minimum$0$1,380$0
Total Invoice$24,206$31,152$30,183
Adjustments for Features0-758-676
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$24,206$30,394$29,507
Cost Above Minimum$0$887$0

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Features Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Nissan Maxima

Model Year200720082008
ModelMalibuMaximaMaxima
TrimLTZSESL
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
4-speed manually-shiftable automatic$900  
6-speed manually-shiftable CVT $1100$1100
FWD$0$0$0
Accessories 
Power-adjustable pedals$125  
Proximity key $250$250
Remote start$150  
Remote window/roof operation $15$15
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats $0$0
Brake assist $50$50
Tire-pressure monitor $75$75
Cargo Management 
Cargo mat $40$40
Cargo net$40  
Overhead sunglass holder $25$25
Climate Control 
Dual-zone climate control $125$125
Interior air filter $0$0
Rear air vents $100$100
Exterior 
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) $25$25
Infotainment 
Aux input $50$50
MP3-compatible player $50$50
Telematics service, such as OnStar$200  
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Cornering lights $50$50
Seats and Interior Trim 
Aluminum trim $100 
Center armrest(s), second row $50$50
Folding passenger seat$150  
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat $100$100
Power recliner, driver seat $100$100
Power recliner, passenger seat $100$100
Synthetic suede inserts in leather seating surfaces$0  
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Alloy wheels  $350
Polished alloy wheels$350$350 
Sport suspension (upgrade) $0 
Total Value of Features$1,915$2,755$2,655
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$840$740
Value of Feature Adjustments0-758-676

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

Specifications Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Nissan Maxima

Model Year20072008
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 Weight3,297 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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See a complete comparison of Chevrolet Malibu vs. Nissan Maxima specs.

Option Package Details
Nissan Maxima SE

Floor mats
FeatureValueRequested?
Floor mats75Yes
Cargo mat40No
Total Requested7565%
Total Not Requested4035%
Sensory Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Heated mirrors25Yes
Heated front seats200Yes
CD changer, in-dash200Yes
Power recliner, passenger seat100No
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat100No
Satellite radio200Yes
Compass0Yes
MP3-compatible player50No
Bose, 320W, 8 speakers350No
Total Requested152572%
Total Not Requested60028%

Option Package Details
Nissan Maxima SL

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

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