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Chevrolet Malibu vs. Nissan Sentra Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Chevrolet Malibu vs. Nissan Sentra Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $21,355

Nissan Sentra SE-R Spec V   
Difference: $9,605

Lowest Total Invoice: $19,733

Nissan Sentra SE-R Spec V   
Difference: $9,566

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20122006
ModelMalibuSentra
TrimLTZSE-R Spec V
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $28,600 $18,300
Base Invoice $27,027 $17,020
3.6L V6 1,600  
ABS and Side Airbags Package   600
Sunroof Package   700
Audio Fanatic Package   650
Floor mats   150
Satellite radio   350
3.6L V6 1,512  
ABS and Side Airbags Package   520
Sunroof Package   607
Audio Fanatic Package   564
Floor mats   113
Satellite radio   304
Options (change) 1,600 2,450
Options (change) 1,512 2,108
Destination 760 605
Total Price $30,960 $21,355
Total Invoice $29,299 $19,733

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Nissan Sentra

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Nissan Sentra SE-R Spec V
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $5,355
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $5,544
Model Year20122006
ModelMalibuSentra
TrimLTZSE-R Spec V
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine252hp V6175hp I4
TransmissionT6M6
DrivetrainFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)17/26 MPG23/29 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 8300, 9
Tire (rear if not all the same)225/50-18215/45-17
Total Price$30,960$21,355
Adjustments for Features-4,2500
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$26,710$21,355
Total Invoice$29,299$19,733
Adjustments for Features-4,0220
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$25,277$19,733

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Features Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Nissan Sentra

Model Year20122006
ModelMalibuSentra
TrimLTZSE-R Spec V
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1100 
6-speed manual $150
FWD$0$0
Accessories 
AC power outlet$100 
Remote start$150 
Tilt steering wheel, manual $150
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual$250 
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Brake assist$50 
Side curtain airbags$350 
Stability control$400 
Tire-pressure monitor$75 
Traction control$100 
Cargo Management 
Overhead sunglass holder $25
Climate Control 
Automatic climate control, front$200 
Drivetrain 
Limited-slip front differential $500
Exterior 
Body kit $0
Laminated front side windows$200 
Rear spoiler $200
Infotainment 
Audio controls on steering wheel$125 
Aux input$50 
Bluetooth cell phone link$100 
CD changer, in-dash $325
CD player$125 
MP3-compatible player$50 
Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation$225 
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Auto-dimming rearview mirror$150 
Automatic headlights$125 
Compass$0 
Heated mirrors$25 
Trip computer $150
Seats and Interior Trim 
Heated front seats$200 
Leather seating surfaces$900 
Manual height adjuster, driver seat $50
Manual tilt adjuster, driver seat $50
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat$100 
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat$100 
Power height adjuster, driver seat$100 
Power height adjuster, passenger seat$100 
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat$100 
Power recliner, driver seat$100 
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat$100 
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat$100 
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Performance steering system (optional)$0 
Ultra-sport suspension (upgrade) $0
Total Value of Features$5,850$1,600
Value of Feature Adjustments$4,250$0
Value of Feature Adjustments-4,0220

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

Specifications Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Nissan Sentra

Model Year20122006
ModelMalibuSentra
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase112.3 in99.8 in
Length191.8 in177.5 in
Width70.3 in67.3 in
Height57.1 in55.5 in
Curb Weight3,645 lb.2,710 lb.
Fuel Capacity16.0 gal.13.2 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.4 in39.9 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room55.9 in52.5 in
Row 1 Hip Room53.0 in52.1 in
Row 1 Legroom42.2 in41.6 in
Row 2 Headroom37.2 in37.0 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room53.9 in52.6 in
Row 2 Hip Room52.1 in52.3 in
Row 2 Legroom37.6 in33.7 in
Cargo Volume15.1 ft311.6 ft3

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

Option Package Details
Nissan Sentra SE-R Spec V

Floor mats
FeatureValueRequested?
Floor mats75Yes
Cargo mat40Yes
Total Requested115100%
Total Not Requested00%
ABS and Side Airbags Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Antilock brakes (ABS)400Yes
Front side airbags350Yes
Total Requested750100%
Total Not Requested00%
Sunroof Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Sunroof900Yes
Illuminated visor mirror, driver40Yes
Illuminated visor mirror, passenger40Yes
Total Requested980100%
Total Not Requested00%
Audio Fanatic Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Alarm100No
Engine immobilizer (optional)0No
CD changer, in-dash200No
Rockford Fosgate, 300W, 9 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Total Requested00%
Total Not Requested650100%

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