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Chevrolet Malibu vs. Nissan Pathfinder Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Chevrolet Malibu vs. Nissan Pathfinder Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $30,220

Chevrolet Malibu LTZ   
Difference: $16,875

Lowest Total Invoice: $28,567

Chevrolet Malibu LTZ   
Difference: $15,078

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20102012
ModelMalibuPathfinder
TrimLTZLE
Body4dr Sedan4dr SUV
Base Price $26,955 $40,240
Base Invoice $25,607 $37,264
Temporary spare tire 100  
Sunroof 850  
3.6L V6 1,595  
Value Package   2,100
Floor mats   200
5.6L V8   1,530
4WD w/low range   2,200
Temporary spare tire 88  
Sunroof 748  
3.6L V6 1,404  
Value Package   1,943
Floor mats   163
5.6L V8   1,415
4WD w/low range   2,035
Options (change) 2,545 6,030
Options (change) 2,240 5,556
Destination 720 825
Total Price $30,220 $47,095
Total Invoice $28,567 $43,645

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Nissan Pathfinder

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Chevrolet Malibu LTZ
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $9,765
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $8,489
Model Year20102012
ModelMalibuPathfinder
TrimLTZLE
Body4dr Sedan4dr SUV
Engine252hp V6310hp V8
TransmissionT6T5
DrivetrainFWD4WD w/4L
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)17/26 MPG13/18 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 8?, 10
Tire (rear if not all the same)225/50-18265/60-18
Total Price$30,220$47,095
Adjustments for Features0-7,110
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$30,220$39,985
Total Invoice$28,567$43,645
Adjustments for Features0-6,589
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$28,567$37,056

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Features Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Nissan Pathfinder

Model Year20102012
ModelMalibuPathfinder
TrimLTZLE
Body4dr Sedan4dr SUV
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1100 
5-speed manually-shiftable automatic $1000
FWD$0 
4WD w/low range $2200
Accessories 
AC power outlet$100 
Heated steering wheel $100
Power-adjustable pedals $125
Proximity key $250
Remote start$150 
Sunshade, rear$125 
Tilt steering wheel, manual $150
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual$250 
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats $0
Brake assist$50 
Full-size spare tire $225
Rearview camera $200
Rollover sensor $50
Side curtain airbags$350 
Side curtain airbags, three rows $500
Temporary spare tire$150 
Cargo Management 
Cargo net $40
Class IV trailer hitch $300
Liftglass or two-piece tailgate $150
Overhead sunglass holder $25
Roof rack $300
Storage compartment under second row seats $50
Trailering equipment (7 wire) $150
Climate Control 
Dual-zone climate control $125
Interior air filter $0
Rear air vents with manual controls $150
Rear wiper $175
Drivetrain 
Limited-slip rear differential $300
Exterior 
Bodyside moldings $75
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)$25 
Deep-tinted rear windows $275
Laminated front side windows$200 
Rear bumper protector $40
Running boards $350
Skid plate (one) $50
Tow hook(s), front $40
Infotainment 
CD changer, in-dash $325
CD player$125 
Entertainment system, ceiling-mounted $1000
Media drive $15
Navigation system $600
SD Card slot $25
Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation$225 
Traffic information $25
USB port$25 
Voice control for nav and audio $100
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror$75 
Interior ambient lighting$150 
Trip computer $150
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row $50
Door sill trim plates$100 
Folding third row seats $600
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat $50
Manual recliner, second row seats $75
Memory system, driver seat $200
Power height adjuster, passenger seat$100 
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat$100 
Power recliner, passenger seat $100
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat$100 
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Alloy wheels$350 
Machined alloy wheels $350
Performance steering system (optional)$0 
Transmission 
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls$100 
Total Value of Features$3,950$11,060
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$7,110
Value of Feature Adjustments0-6,589

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Specifications Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Nissan Pathfinder

Model Year20102012
ModelMalibuPathfinder
Body4dr Sedan4dr SUV
Wheelbase112.3 in112.2 in
Length191.8 in192.3 in
Width70.3 in72.8 in
Height57.1 in72.0 in
Curb Weight3,680 lb.5,020 lb.
Fuel Capacity16.0 gal.21.1 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.4 in40.0 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room55.9 in58.3 in
Row 1 Hip Room53.0 in55.5 in
Row 1 Legroom42.2 in42.4 in
Row 2 Headroom37.2 in40.0 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room53.9 in58.4 in
Row 2 Hip Room52.1 in57.6 in
Row 2 Legroom37.6 in34.2 in
Row 3 Headroom0.0 in36.7 in
Row 3 Shoulder Room0.0 in57.1 in
Row 3 Hip Room0.0 in44.0 in
Row 3 Legroom0.0 in28.1 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum
15.1 ft316.5 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Behind R2
15.149.2 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum
15.179.2 ft3

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Option Package Details
Nissan Pathfinder LE

Floor mats
FeatureValueRequested?
Floor mats75Yes
Cargo mat40Yes
Total Requested115100%
Total Not Requested00%
4WD w/low range
FeatureValueRequested?
4WD w/low range0Yes
Tow hook(s), front40No
Total Requested00%
Total Not Requested40100%
Value Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Entertainment system, ceiling-mounted1000No
Sunroof900Yes
Total Requested90047%
Total Not Requested100053%

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