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Chevrolet Malibu vs. Pontiac Vibe Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Chevrolet Malibu vs. Pontiac Vibe Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $22,355

Pontiac Vibe   
Difference: $7,620

Lowest Total Invoice: $20,809

Pontiac Vibe   
Difference: $7,802

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20182018201820062006
ModelMalibuMalibuMalibuVibeVibe
TrimLTPremierHybridBaseGT
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Hatch4dr Hatch
Base Price $25,125 $30,975 $27,875 $16,430 $20,105
Base Invoice $24,120 $29,736 $26,760 $15,526 $18,999
Leather Package 1,395   1,395    
Convenience and Technology Package 895   895    
Sun and Wheels Package 1,300 2,270      
Cargo mat 80   80    
Cargo net 65 65 65 35 35
Engine-block heater 100 100 100 50 50
Cargo organizer 140 140 140 95 95
Navigation system     495    
Driver Confidence Package     1,195    
Panoramic sunroof     1,150    
Preferred Package       850 660
Antilock brakes (ABS)       525  
Side curtain airbags       745 745
Leather seating surfaces       700 700
Telematics service, such as OnStar       695 695
Sun and Sound Package       840 840
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)       65 65
Satellite radio       325 325
Alloy wheels       440  
Leather Package 1,269   1,269    
Convenience and Technology Package 814   814    
Sun and Wheels Package 1,183 2,066      
Cargo mat 73   73    
Cargo net 59 59 59 31 31
Engine-block heater 91 91 91 44 44
Cargo organizer 127 127 127 84 84
Navigation system     450    
Driver Confidence Package     1,087    
Panoramic sunroof     1,047    
Preferred Package       748 581
Antilock brakes (ABS)       462  
Side curtain airbags       656 656
Leather seating surfaces       616 616
Telematics service, such as OnStar       612 612
Sun and Sound Package       740 740
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)       57 57
Satellite radio       286 286
Alloy wheels       387  
Options (change) 3,975 2,575 5,515 5,365 4,210
Options (change) 3,616 2,343 5,017 4,723 3,707
Destination 875 875 875 560 560
Total Price $29,975 $34,425 $34,265 $22,355 $24,875
Total Invoice $28,611 $32,954 $32,652 $20,809 $23,266

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Pontiac Vibe

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Pontiac Vibe
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $2,860
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $3,259
Model Year20182018201820062006
ModelMalibuMalibuMalibuVibeVibe
TrimLTPremierHybridBaseGT
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Hatch4dr Hatch
Engine163hp I4250hp I4122hp I4 H126hp I4164hp I4
TransmissionT6T9CVTM5M6
DrivetrainFWDFWDFWDFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 9?, 9?, 9200, 7200, 7
Tire (rear if not all the same)245/45-18245/40-19225/55-17205/55-16205/55-16
Total Price$29,975$34,425$34,265$22,355$24,875
Adjustments for Features-4,760-6,535-7,4850-300
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$25,215$27,890$26,780$22,355$24,575
Cost Above Minimum$0$2,675$1,565$0$2,220
Total Invoice$28,611$32,954$32,652$20,809$23,266
Adjustments for Features-4,543-6,256-7,1330-281
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$24,068$26,698$25,519$20,809$22,985
Cost Above Minimum$0$2,630$1,451$0$2,176

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Features Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Pontiac Vibe

Model Year20182018201820062006
ModelMalibuMalibuMalibuVibeVibe
TrimLTPremierHybridBaseGT
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Hatch4dr Hatch
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1100    
9-speed manually-shiftable automatic $1400   
CVT  $1000  
5-speed manual   $0 
6-speed manual    $150
FWD$0$0$0$0$0
Accessories 
Heated steering wheel $100   
Proximity key$250$250$250  
Remote app$25$25$25  
Remote start$150$150$150  
Tilt steering wheel, manual   $150$150
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual$250$250$250  
Universal garage door opener$100$100$100  
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
4-wheel disc brakes$150$150$150 $150
Automatic braking, low-speed  $200  
Blind spot warning system  $200  
Brake assist$50$50$50  
Cross-traffic warning, rear  $100  
Following distance indicator  $25  
Forward collision warning  $200  
Knee airbag, driver$75$75$75  
Knee airbag, passenger$75$75$75  
Lane departure prevention, steering-based  $200  
Lane departure warning  $200  
Obstacle detection, front  $150  
Obstacle detection, rear  $250  
Pedestrian detection  $50  
Rear side airbags$300$300$300  
Rearview camera$200$200$200  
Rollover sensor$50$50$50  
Safety key$5$5$5  
Stability control$400$400$400  
Traction control$100$100$100  
Vehicle health reports$0$0$0  
Cargo Management 
Cargo area rails w/tie downs   $50$50
Cargo cover   $75$75
Roof rack   $300$300
Climate Control 
Automatic climate control, front $200$200  
Dual-zone climate control $125$125  
Rear air vents$100$100$100  
Rear wiper   $175$175
Engine / Motor 
Automatic start / stop$150 $150  
Exterior 
Active grille shutters$0 $0  
Bodyside cladding (gray/black)   $250$250
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) $25 $25$25
Laminated front side windows$200$200$200  
Panoramic sunroof$1200$1200$1200  
Sunroof   $900$900
Wheel-lip moldings   $75$75
Infotainment 
4G LTE connectivity$0$0$0  
Android Auto support$100$100$100  
App support$0$0$0  
Apple CarPlay support$100$100$100  
Audio controls on steering wheel$125$125$125  
Aux input$50$50$50  
Bluetooth audio streaming$25$25$25  
Bluetooth cell phone link$100$100$100  
CD player   $125$125
Navigation system $600$600  
SMS text-to-speech reader$25$25$25  
Telematics service, such as OnStar   $200$200
Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation$225$225$225  
Voice control for audio system$25    
Voice control for external devices$0$0$0  
Voice control for nav and audio $100$100  
Wi-Fi hotspot$50$50$50  
Wireless charging station$75$75$75  
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Auto-dimming headlights  $200  
Auto-dimming rearview mirror$150$150$150  
Compass$0$0$0  
Detailed driving style feedback  $100  
Fog lights   $125$125
Heated mirrors$25$25$25  
Illuminated visor mirror, driver$50$50$50  
Illuminated visor mirror, passenger$50$50$50  
Large energy flow and fuel economy display  $25  
Tachometer$75$75 $75$75
Trip computer$150$150$150  
Turn signals on or near mirrors$25$25$25  
Visor mirror, driver   $10$10
Visor mirror, passenger   $10$10
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row$50$50$50  
Cooled or ventilated front seats $300   
Folding passenger seat   $150$150
Heated front seats$200$200$200  
Manual height adjuster, driver seat   $50$50
Memory system, driver seat $200   
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat$100$100$100  
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat$100$100$100  
Power height adjuster, driver seat$100$100$100  
Power height adjuster, passenger seat$100$100$100  
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat$100$100$100  
Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat$100$100$100  
Power recliner, driver seat$100$100$100  
Power recliner, passenger seat$100$100$100  
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat$100$100$100  
Upgraded floor mats $0   
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Sport suspension (upgrade)    $0
Total Value of Features$7,505$9,280$10,230$2,745$3,045
Value of Feature Adjustments$4,760$6,535$7,485$0$300
Value of Feature Adjustments-4,543-6,256-7,1330-281

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Specifications Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Pontiac Vibe

Model Year20182006
ModelMalibuVibe
Body4dr Sedan4dr Hatch
Wheelbase111.4 in102.4 in
Length193.8 in171.9 in
Width73.0 in69.9 in
Height57.7 in62.2 in
Curb Weight3,087 lb.2,702 lb.
Fuel Capacity15.8 gal.13.2 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.1 in40.6 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room58.5 in53.2 in
Row 1 Hip Room54.1 in51.7 in
Row 1 Legroom42.0 in41.8 in
Row 2 Headroom37.5 in39.8 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room57.1 in52.6 in
Row 2 Hip Room53.4 in47.8 in
Row 2 Legroom38.1 in36.3 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum
15.8 ft319.3 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum
15.854.1 ft3

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Option Package Details
Chevrolet Malibu LT

Leather Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Heated front seats200No
Power recliner, passenger seat100No
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat100No
Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat100No
Power height adjuster, passenger seat50No
Bose, 9 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Total Requested90050%
Total Not Requested90050%
Convenience and Technology Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150No
Leather-wrapped steering wheel150Yes
AC power outlet100Yes
Remote start150No
Wireless charging station75No
Total Requested25040%
Total Not Requested37560%
Sun and Wheels Package
FeatureValueRequested?
245/45R18 tires400No
Universal garage door opener100No
Panoramic sunroof1200No
Total Requested00%
Total Not Requested1700100%

Option Package Details
Chevrolet Malibu Premier

Sun and Wheels Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Universal garage door opener100No
Panoramic sunroof1200No
245/40R19 tires400No
Upgraded floor mats0No
Total Requested00%
Total Not Requested1700100%

Option Package Details
Chevrolet Malibu Hybrid

Leather Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Heated front seats200No
Power recliner, passenger seat100No
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat100No
Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat100No
Power height adjuster, passenger seat50No
Bose, 9 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Total Requested90050%
Total Not Requested90050%
Driver Confidence Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Obstacle detection, front150No
Obstacle detection, rear250No
Auto-dimming headlights200No
Lane departure warning200No
Blind spot warning system200No
Cross-traffic warning, rear100No
Automatic braking, low-speed200No
Forward collision warning200No
Lane departure prevention, steering-based200No
Pedestrian detection50No
Following distance indicator25No
Total Requested00%
Total Not Requested1775100%
Convenience and Technology Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150No
Leather-wrapped steering wheel150Yes
AC power outlet100Yes
Remote start150No
Wireless charging station75No
Total Requested25040%
Total Not Requested37560%

Option Package Details
Pontiac Vibe

Antilock brakes (ABS)
FeatureValueRequested?
Antilock brakes (ABS)400Yes
Tire-pressure monitor75Yes
Total Requested475100%
Total Not Requested00%
Side curtain airbags
FeatureValueRequested?
Side curtain airbags350Yes
Front side airbags350Yes
Total Requested700100%
Total Not Requested00%
Leather seating surfaces
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Leather-wrapped steering wheel150Yes
Total Requested1050100%
Total Not Requested00%
Preferred Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Cruise control150Yes
Power front side windows250Yes
Power locks275Yes
Remote keyless entry225Yes
Power rear side windows200Yes
Total Requested1100100%
Total Not Requested00%
Sun and Sound Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Sunroof900Yes
Monsoon, 200W, 7 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Total Requested90072%
Total Not Requested35028%

Option Package Details
Pontiac Vibe GT

Side curtain airbags
FeatureValueRequested?
Side curtain airbags350Yes
Front side airbags350Yes
Total Requested700100%
Total Not Requested00%
Preferred Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Cruise control150Yes
Power front side windows250Yes
Power locks275Yes
Remote keyless entry225Yes
Power rear side windows200Yes
Total Requested1100100%
Total Not Requested00%
Sun and Sound Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Sunroof900Yes
Monsoon, 200W, 7 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Total Requested90072%
Total Not Requested35028%

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