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Chevrolet Malibu vs. Nissan Xterra Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Chevrolet Malibu vs. Nissan Xterra Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $27,745

Chevrolet Malibu LTZ   
Difference: $490

Lowest Total Invoice: $26,255

Chevrolet Malibu LTZ   
Difference: $229

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20082009
ModelMalibuXterra
TrimLTZSE
Body4dr Sedan4dr SUV
Base Price $27,095 $27,340
Base Invoice $25,605 $25,620
Technology Package   0
Floor mats   115
Technology Package   0
Floor mats   84
Options (change) 0 115
Options (change) 0 84
Destination 650 780
Total Price $27,745 $28,235
Total Invoice $26,255 $26,484

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Nissan Xterra

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Chevrolet Malibu LTZ
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $1,225
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $925
Model Year20082009
ModelMalibuXterra
TrimLTZSE
Body4dr Sedan4dr SUV
Engine252hp V6261hp V6
TransmissionT6A5
DrivetrainFWDRWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)17/26 MPG15/20 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)210, 8380, 9
Tire (rear if not all the same)225/50-18265/65-17
Total Price$27,745$28,235
Adjustments for Features-7350
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$27,010$28,235
Total Invoice$26,255$26,484
Adjustments for Features-6960
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$25,559$26,484

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Features Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Nissan Xterra

Model Year20082009
ModelMalibuXterra
TrimLTZSE
Body4dr Sedan4dr SUV
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1100 
5-speed automatic $900
FWD$0 
RWD $0
Accessories 
Remote start$150 
Tilt steering wheel, manual $150
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual$250 
Universal garage door opener$100 
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats $0
Brake assist$50 
Full-size spare tire $225
Rollover sensor $50
Temporary spare tire$150 
Cargo Management 
Aluminum roof rack $300
Cargo area rails w/tie downs $50
Cargo mat$40 
Overhead sunglass holder $25
Small cargo box, roof-mounted $75
Climate Control 
Automatic climate control, front$200 
Interior air filter $0
Rear wiper $175
Exterior 
Bodyside moldings $75
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)$25 
Deep-tinted rear windows $275
Laminated front side windows$200 
Rear bumper protector $40
Skid plate (one) $50
Tow hook(s), front $40
Tubular side steps $350
Infotainment 
Bluetooth cell phone link $100
Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation$225 
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror$75 
Automatic headlights$125 
Automatic-off headlights $25
Heated mirrors$25 
Interior ambient lighting$150 
Outside temperature display$50 
Trip computer $150
Turn signals on or near mirrors$25 
Seats and Interior Trim 
Door sill trim plates$100 
Folding passenger seat $150
Heated front seats$200 
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 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 
White-letter tires $0
Transmission 
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls$100 
Total Value of Features$4,040$3,305
Value of Feature Adjustments$735$0
Value of Feature Adjustments-6960

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

Specifications Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Nissan Xterra

Model Year20082009
ModelMalibuXterra
Body4dr Sedan4dr SUV
Wheelbase112.3 in106.3 in
Length191.8 in178.7 in
Width70.3 in72.8 in
Height57.1 in74.9 in
Curb Weight3,680 lb.4,165 lb.
Fuel Capacity16.0 gal.21.1 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.4 in39.9 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room55.9 in58.3 in
Row 1 Hip Room53.0 in55.9 in
Row 1 Legroom42.2 in42.4 in
Row 2 Headroom37.2 in39.3 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room53.9 in58.3 in
Row 2 Hip Room52.1 in46.1 in
Row 2 Legroom37.6 in34.4 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum		15.1 ft335.2 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum		15.165.7 ft3

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

Option Package Details
Nissan Xterra SE

Technology Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Audio controls on steering wheel125Yes
CD changer, in-dash200Yes
Satellite radio200Yes
Bluetooth cell phone link100No
MP3-compatible player50Yes
Rockford Fosgate, 380W, 9 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Aux input50Yes
Total Requested62558%
Total Not Requested45042%

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