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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: $34,185

Chevrolet Malibu Premier   
Difference: $2,310

Lowest Total Invoice: $32,736

Chevrolet Malibu Premier   
Difference: $892

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20182006
ModelMalibuPathfinder
TrimPremierLE
Body4dr Sedan4dr SUV
Base Price $30,975 $33,500
Base Invoice $29,736 $30,982
Sun and Wheels Package 2,270  
Cargo net 65  
Floor mats   240
Satellite radio   350
Navigation system   1,800
Sun and Wheels Package 2,066  
Cargo net 59  
Floor mats   176
Satellite radio   304
Navigation system   1,561
Options (change) 2,335 2,390
Options (change) 2,125 2,041
Destination 875 605
Total Price $34,185 $36,495
Total Invoice $32,736 $33,628

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Nissan Pathfinder

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Chevrolet Malibu Premier
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $2,515
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $1,088
Model Year20182006
ModelMalibuPathfinder
TrimPremierLE
Body4dr Sedan4dr SUV
Engine250hp I4270hp V6
TransmissionT9A5
DrivetrainFWDRWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)22/32 MPG16/23 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 9?, 10
Tire (rear if not all the same)245/40-19265/65-17
Total Price$34,185$36,495
Adjustments for Features-2050
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$33,980$36,495
Total Invoice$32,736$33,628
Adjustments for Features-1960
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$32,540$33,628

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Features Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Nissan Pathfinder

Model Year20182006
ModelMalibuPathfinder
TrimPremierLE
Body4dr Sedan4dr SUV
Transmission and Drivetrain 
9-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1400 
5-speed automatic $900
FWD$0 
RWD $0
Accessories 
AC power outlet$100 
Heated steering wheel$100 
Power-adjustable pedals $125
Proximity key$250 
Remote app$25 
Remote start$150 
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 
Knee airbag, driver$75 
Knee airbag, passenger$75 
Rear side airbags$300 
Rearview camera$200 
Safety key$5 
Side curtain airbags$350 
Side curtain airbags, three rows $500
Vehicle health reports$0 
Cargo Management 
Class IV trailer hitch $300
Overhead sunglass holder $25
Roof rack $300
Second-row under-floor storage $150
Trailering equipment (7 wire) $150
Climate Control 
Rear air vents$100 
Rear air vents with manual controls $150
Rear wiper $175
Drivetrain 
Limited-slip rear differential $300
Exterior 
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)$25 
Deep-tinted rear windows $275
Laminated front side windows$200 
Panoramic sunroof$1200 
Running boards $350
Skid plates $150
Sunroof $900
Infotainment 
4G LTE connectivity$0 
Android Auto support$100 
App support$0 
Apple CarPlay support$100 
Aux input$50 
Bluetooth audio streaming$25 
Bluetooth cell phone link$100 
CD changer, in-dash $325
MP3-compatible player $50
SMS text-to-speech reader$25 
Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation$225 
Voice control for external devices$0 
Voice control for nav and audio$100 
Wi-Fi hotspot$50 
Wireless charging station$75 
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Compass$0 
Fog lights $125
Turn signals on or near mirrors$25 
Seats and Interior Trim 
Cooled or ventilated front seats$300 
Folding third row seats $600
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat $50
Manual recliner, second row seats $75
Power height adjuster, passenger seat$100 
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat$100 
Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat$100 
Upgraded floor mats$0 
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
White-letter tires $0
Total Value of Features$6,330$6,125
Value of Feature Adjustments$205$0
Value of Feature Adjustments-1960

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

Specifications Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Nissan Pathfinder

Model Year20182006
ModelMalibuPathfinder
Body4dr Sedan4dr SUV
Wheelbase111.4 in112.2 in
Length193.8 in187.6 in
Width73.0 in72.8 in
Height57.7 in72.4 in
Curb Weight3,388 lb.4,373 lb.
Fuel Capacity15.8 gal.21.1 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.1 in40.0 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room58.5 in58.3 in
Row 1 Hip Room54.1 in55.5 in
Row 1 Legroom42.0 in42.4 in
Row 2 Headroom37.5 in39.9 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room57.1 in58.4 in
Row 2 Hip Room53.4 in57.6 in
Row 2 Legroom38.1 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		15.8 ft316.5 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Behind R2		15.849.2 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum		15.879.2 ft3

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

Option Package Details
Chevrolet Malibu Premier

Sun and Wheels Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Universal garage door opener100Yes
Panoramic sunroof1200No
245/40R19 tires400No
Upgraded floor mats0No
Total Requested1006%
Total Not Requested160094%

Option Package Details
Nissan Pathfinder LE

Floor mats
FeatureValueRequested?
Floor mats75Yes
Cargo mat40Yes
Total Requested115100%
Total Not Requested00%

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