Chevrolet Malibu Chevrolet Malibu 2006 Nissan cube Nissan cube 2012

We are 103,000+ car owners sharing real-world car information.

Join Us

Chevrolet Malibu vs. Nissan cube Price Comparison (MSRP)

The sticker prices, before adjusting for remaining feature differences. Usually these are the numbers you will see on the window stickers.

Models in short supply often sell at or even above these prices.

Chevrolet Malibu vs. Nissan cube Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $19,435

Nissan cube S   
Difference: $4,455

Lowest Total Invoice: $18,525

Nissan cube S   
Difference: $4,086

Calculate Payments

  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year2006200620122012
ModelMalibuMalibucubecube
TrimMaxx LTZMaxx SSSSL
Body4dr Hatch4dr Hatch4dr Hatch4dr Hatch
Base Price $23,465 $23,265 $16,580 $18,680
Base Invoice $22,175 $21,986 $15,991 $18,010
Alloy wheels     725  
Body kit     1,350 1,350
Alloy wheels     575  
Body kit     1,179 1,179
Options (change) 0 0 2,075 1,350
Options (change) 0 0 1,754 1,179
Destination 625 625 780 780
Total Price $24,090 $23,890 $19,435 $20,810
Total Invoice $22,800 $22,611 $18,525 $19,969

Return to top

While we strive for accuracy, the site is not error-free, and prices can change at any time.

Dealer Price Quotes

Want to find out how much dealers are willing to discount these cars?

Request free, no-obligation Chevrolet Malibu dealer quotes or Nissan cube dealer quotes from dealers using our car quote form.

The process is easy and takes just a minute or two. You'll receive price quotes from local approved dealers within 48 hours.

TrueDelta Value Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Nissan cube

Lowest Adjusted Price: Nissan cube SL
Lowest Adjusted Invoice: Nissan cube S
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $1,425
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $1,171
Model Year2006200620122012
ModelMalibuMalibucubecube
TrimMaxx LTZMaxx SSSSL
Body4dr Hatch4dr Hatch4dr Hatch4dr Hatch
Engine201hp V6240hp V6122hp I4122hp I4
TransmissionT4T4M6CVT
DrivetrainFWDFWDFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 6?, 6?, 6?, 6
Tire (rear if not all the same)225/50-17225/50-18195/60-15195/55-16
Total Price$24,090$23,890$19,435$20,810
Adjustments for Features-3,280-1,9900-1,425
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$20,810$21,900$19,435$19,385
Cost Above Minimum$0$1,090$50$0
Total Invoice$22,800$22,611$18,525$19,969
Adjustments for Features-3,104-1,8830-1,367
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$19,696$20,728$18,525$18,602
Cost Above Minimum$0$1,032$0$77

Return to top

Features Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Nissan cube

Model Year2006200620122012
ModelMalibuMalibucubecube
TrimMaxx LTZMaxx SSSSL
Body4dr Hatch4dr Hatch4dr Hatch4dr Hatch
Transmission and Drivetrain 
4-speed manually-shiftable automatic$900$900  
6-speed manual  $150 
CVT   $1000
FWD$0$0$0$0
Accessories 
Power-adjustable pedals$125$125  
Proximity key   $250
Remote start$150$150  
Tilt steering wheel, manual  $150$150
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual$250$250  
Universal garage door opener$100   
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
4-wheel disc brakes$150$150  
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats  $0$0
Brake assist  $50$50
Stability control  $400$400
Tire-pressure monitor  $75$75
Cargo Management 
Cargo cover  $75$75
Cargo net$40$40  
Cargo shelf, height-adjustable$100$100  
Climate Control 
Automatic climate control, front$200$200 $200
Exterior 
Bodyside moldings$75$75  
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) $25  
Deep-tinted rear windows  $275$275
Glass roof panel(s)$300$300  
Tow hook(s), front  $40$40
Tow hook(s), rear  $25$25
Infotainment 
Aux input  $50$50
Bluetooth cell phone link  $100$100
iPod integration  $100$100
MP3-compatible player  $50$50
Rear seat audio controls$25$25  
Telematics service, such as OnStar$200   
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Auto-dimming rearview mirror$150   
Automatic headlights$125$125 $125
Compass$0   
Fog lights$125$125  
Heated mirrors$25   
Illuminated visor mirror, driver$50$50  
Illuminated visor mirror, passenger$50   
Outside temperature display$50$50  
Turn signals on or near mirrors  $25$25
Visor mirror, driver  $10$10
Visor mirror, passenger $10$10$10
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row$50$50  
Floor mats$75$75  
Folding passenger seat$150   
Heated front seats$200   
Leather seating surfaces$900   
Manual height adjuster, driver seat  $50$50
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat$50$50  
Partial leather seating sufaces $450  
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat$100$100  
Power height adjuster, driver seat$100$100  
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat$100$100  
Synthetic suede inserts in leather seating surfaces$0   
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Alloy wheels  $350$350
Performance steering system (optional) $0  
Polished alloy wheels$350$350  
Sport suspension (upgrade) $0  
Total Value of Features$5,265$3,975$1,985$3,410
Value of Feature Adjustments$3,280$1,990$0$1,425
Value of Feature Adjustments-3,104-1,8830-1,367

Return to top

Specifications Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Nissan cube

Model Year20062012
ModelMalibucube
Body4dr Hatch4dr Hatch
Wheelbase112.3 in99.6 in
Length187.8 in156.5 in
Width69.8 in66.7 in
Height58.1 in65.0 in
Curb Weight3,459 lb.2,763 lb.
Fuel Capacity16.3 gal.13.2 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.4 in42.6 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room56.7 in52.2 in
Row 1 Hip Room53.5 in48.8 in
Row 1 Legroom41.9 in42.4 in
Row 2 Headroom39.4 in40.2 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room55.5 in52.4 in
Row 2 Hip Room52.4 in47.6 in
Row 2 Legroom41.0 in35.5 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum
22.8 ft311.4 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum
41.0 ft358.1 ft3

Return to top

Option Package Details
Nissan cube S

Body kit
FeatureValueRequested?
Body kit0Yes
Rear spoiler200Yes
Total Requested200100%
Total Not Requested00%

Option Package Details
Nissan cube SL

Body kit
FeatureValueRequested?
Body kit0Yes
Rear spoiler200Yes
Total Requested200100%
Total Not Requested00%

Was this information useful?

We're glad we could help! Share this page:

We're so sorry! Tell us how we can improve it.

See TrueDelta's information for all Sedans
See TrueDelta's information for all Chevrolet models.