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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: $30,220

Chevrolet Malibu LTZ   
Difference: $13,375

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20102021
ModelMalibuMaxima
TrimLTZPlatinum
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $26,955 $42,320
Temporary spare tire 100  
Sunroof 850  
3.6L V6 1,595  
Floor mats   300
Temporary spare tire 88  
Sunroof 748  
3.6L V6 1,404  
Floor mats   234
Options (change) 2,545 300
Options (change) 2,240 234
Destination 720 975
Total Price $30,220 $43,595

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Nissan Maxima

Lowest Adjusted Price: Chevrolet Malibu LTZ
Lowest Adjusted Invoice: Nissan Maxima Platinum
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $6,795
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $27,540
Model Year20102021
ModelMalibuMaxima
TrimLTZPlatinum
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine252hp V6300hp V6
TransmissionT6CVT-7
DrivetrainFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)17/26 MPG20/30 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 8?, 11
Tire (rear if not all the same)225/50-18245/40-19
Total Price$30,220$43,595
Adjustments for Features0-6,580
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$30,220$37,015

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Features Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Nissan Maxima

Model Year20102021
ModelMalibuMaxima
TrimLTZPlatinum
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1100 
7-speed manually-shiftable CVT $1100
FWD$0$0
Accessories 
AC power outlet$100 
Active noise reduction $0
Adaptive cruise control $600
Cruise control$150 
Heated steering wheel $100
Proximity key $250
Remote app $25
Remote window/roof operation $15
Sunshade, rear$125 
Sunshade, rear, power $225
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual$250 
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power $350
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Around view cameras $500
Automatic braking, high-speed or partial $200
Blind spot warning system $200
Cross-traffic warning, rear $100
Driver drowsiness monitor $150
Moving object detection, front $25
Moving object detection, rear $25
Obstacle detection, front $150
Obstacle detection, rear $250
Predictive forward collision warning $250
Rollover sensor $50
Cargo Management 
Cargo net $40
Overhead sunglass holder $25
Climate Control 
Dual-zone climate control $125
Interior air filter $0
Rain-sensing wipers $175
Rear air vents $100
Variable intermittent wipers$75 
Exterior 
Panoramic sunroof $1200
Sunroof$900 
Infotainment 
Android Auto support $100
App support $0
Apple CarPlay support $100
Bluetooth audio streaming $25
HD radio $50
Navigation system $600
Rear seat USB outlets (optional) $0
SMS text-to-speech reader $25
Surround sound $250
Telematics service, such as OnStar $200
Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation$225 
Traffic + travel information $25
Voice control for nav and audio $100
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Compass$0 
Large color reconfigurable instrument cluster display $250
LED headlights, single projector or low beam only $750
Mirror tilt-down in reverse $25
Trip computer $150
Turn signals on or near mirrors $25
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row $50
Cooled or ventilated front seats $300
Manual thigh support length adjuster, driver seat $50
Memory system, driver seat $200
Power height adjuster, passenger seat$100 
Power recliner, passenger seat $100
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat$100 
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Electronic systems calibration selector $200
Performance steering system (optional)$0 
Transmission 
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls$100 
Total Value of Features$3,225$9,805
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$6,580
Value of Feature Adjustments0-182

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

Specifications Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Nissan Maxima

Model Year20102021
ModelMalibuMaxima
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase112.3 in109.3 in
Length191.8 in192.8 in
Width70.3 in73.2 in
Height57.1 in56.5 in
Curb Weight3,680 lb.3,552 lb.
Fuel Capacity16.0 gal.18.0 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.4 in39.4 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room55.9 in56.7 in
Row 1 Hip Room53.0 in54.2 in
Row 1 Legroom42.2 in45.0 in
Row 2 Headroom37.2 in36.7 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room53.9 in55.7 in
Row 2 Hip Room52.1 in53.5 in
Row 2 Legroom37.6 in34.2 in
Cargo Volume15.1 ft314.3 ft3

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

Option Package Details
Nissan Maxima Platinum

Floor mats
FeatureValueRequested?
Floor mats75Yes
Cargo net40No
Cargo mat40Yes
First-aid kit15No
Total Requested11568%
Total Not Requested5532%

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