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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: $30,960

Chevrolet Malibu LTZ   
Difference: $4,265

Lowest Total Invoice: $29,299

Chevrolet Malibu LTZ   
Difference: $2,990

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20122013
ModelMalibuMaxima
TrimLTZSV
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $28,600 $33,240
Base Invoice $27,027 $30,444
3.6L V6 1,600  
Value Package   1,000
Floor mats   195
3.6L V6 1,512  
Value Package   909
Floor mats   146
Options (change) 1,600 1,195
Options (change) 1,512 1,055
Destination 760 790
Total Price $30,960 $35,225
Total Invoice $29,299 $32,289

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Nissan Maxima

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Chevrolet Malibu LTZ
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $3,950
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $2,701
Model Year20122013
ModelMalibuMaxima
TrimLTZSV
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine252hp V6290hp V6
TransmissionT6CVT-6
DrivetrainFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)17/26 MPG19/26 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 8?, 9
Tire (rear if not all the same)225/50-18245/45-18
Total Price$30,960$35,225
Adjustments for Features0-315
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$30,960$34,910
Total Invoice$29,299$32,289
Adjustments for Features0-289
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$29,299$32,000

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Features Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Nissan Maxima

Model Year20122013
ModelMalibuMaxima
TrimLTZSV
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1100 
6-speed manually-shiftable CVT $1100
FWD$0$0
Accessories 
AC power outlet$100 
Heated steering wheel $100
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
Cargo Management 
Overhead sunglass holder $25
Climate Control 
Dual-zone climate control $125
Interior air filter $0
Rear air vents $100
Exterior 
Bodyside moldings$75 
Laminated front side windows$200 
Infotainment 
CD changer, in-dash $325
CD player$125 
Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation$225 
USB port$25 
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Trip computer $150
Turn signals on or near mirrors $25
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row $50
Manual thigh support length adjuster, driver seat $50
Power height adjuster, passenger seat$100 
Power recliner, passenger seat $100
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat$100 
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Performance steering system (optional)$0 
Total Value of Features$2,200$2,515
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$315
Value of Feature Adjustments0-289

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Specifications Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Nissan Maxima

Model Year20122013
ModelMalibuMaxima
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase112.3 in109.3 in
Length191.8 in190.6 in
Width70.3 in73.2 in
Height57.1 in57.8 in
Curb Weight3,645 lb.3,556 lb.
Fuel Capacity16.0 gal.20.0 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.4 in38.5 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room55.9 in56.3 in
Row 1 Hip Room53.0 in53.4 in
Row 1 Legroom42.2 in43.8 in
Row 2 Headroom37.2 in36.4 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room53.9 in55.1 in
Row 2 Hip Room52.1 in53.9 in
Row 2 Legroom37.6 in34.6 in
Cargo Volume15.1 ft314.2 ft3

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Option Package Details
Nissan Maxima SV

Floor mats
FeatureValueRequested?
Floor mats75Yes
Cargo mat40Yes
Total Requested115100%
Total Not Requested00%
Value Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Satellite radio200Yes
Bose, 9 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Heated mirrors25Yes
Heated front seats200Yes
Heated steering wheel100No
Total Requested42549%
Total Not Requested45051%

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