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Chevrolet Malibu vs. Subaru BRZ Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Chevrolet Malibu vs. Subaru BRZ Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $29,809

Subaru BRZ Limited   
Difference: $1,151

Lowest Total Invoice: $28,104

Subaru BRZ Limited   
Difference: $1,195

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20122017
ModelMalibuBRZ
TrimLTZLimited
Body4dr Sedan2dr Coupe
Base Price $28,600 $27,645
Base Invoice $27,027 $26,251
3.6L V6 1,600  
Auto-dimming rearview mirror   244
6-speed shiftable automatic   1,100
3.6L V6 1,512  
Auto-dimming rearview mirror   157
6-speed shiftable automatic   876
Options (change) 1,600 1,344
Options (change) 1,512 1,033
Destination 760 820
Total Price $30,960 $29,809
Total Invoice $29,299 $28,104

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Subaru BRZ

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Subaru BRZ Limited
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $1,061
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $1,110
Model Year20122017
ModelMalibuBRZ
TrimLTZLimited
Body4dr Sedan2dr Coupe
Engine252hp V6200hp H4
TransmissionT6T6
DrivetrainFWDRWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)17/26 MPG24/33 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 8196, 8
Tire (rear if not all the same)225/50-18215/45-17
Total Price$30,960$29,809
Adjustments for Features-900
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$30,870$29,809
Total Invoice$29,299$28,104
Adjustments for Features-850
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$29,214$28,104

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Features Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Subaru BRZ

Model Year20122017
ModelMalibuBRZ
TrimLTZLimited
Body4dr Sedan2dr Coupe
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1100$1100
FWD$0 
RWD $0
Accessories 
AC power outlet$100 
Power rear side windows$200 
Proximity key $250
Remote start$150 
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats $0
Rearview camera $200
Cargo Management 
Cargo mat$40 
Climate Control 
Dual-zone climate control $125
Interior air filter $0
Drivetrain 
Torque-sensing limited-slip rear differential $300
Exterior 
Bodyside moldings$75 
Laminated front side windows$200 
Rear spoiler $200
Sunroof$900 
Infotainment 
App support $0
Bluetooth audio streaming $25
HD radio $50
SMS text-to-speech reader $25
Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation$225 
Voice control for audio system $25
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Interior ambient lighting$150 
LED headlights, single projector or low beam only $750
Performance meter $150
Trip computer $150
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), front row$75 
Manual height adjuster, driver seat $50
Metal pedals $75
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 
Synthetic suede door panel trim $250
Synthetic suede inserts in leather seating surfaces $0
Upholstered instrument cluster hood $50
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Performance steering system (optional)$0 
Transmission 
Downshift rev matching $50
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls $100
Total Value of Features$4,015$3,925
Value of Feature Adjustments$90$0
Value of Feature Adjustments-850

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See a complete comparison of Chevrolet Malibu vs. Subaru BRZ features.

Specifications Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Subaru BRZ

Model Year20122017
ModelMalibuBRZ
Body4dr Sedan2dr Coupe
Wheelbase112.3 in101.2 in
Length191.8 in166.7 in
Width70.3 in69.9 in
Height57.1 in50.6 in
Curb Weight3,645 lb.2,812 lb.
Fuel Capacity16.0 gal.13.2 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.4 in37.1 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room55.9 in54.5 in
Row 1 Hip Room53.0 in53.1 in
Row 1 Legroom42.2 in41.9 in
Row 2 Headroom37.2 in35.0 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room53.9 in51.7 in
Row 2 Hip Room52.1 in45.3 in
Row 2 Legroom37.6 in29.9 in
Cargo Volume15.1 ft36.9 ft3

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See a complete comparison of Chevrolet Malibu vs. Subaru BRZ specs.

Option Package Details
Subaru BRZ Limited

Auto-dimming rearview mirror
FeatureValueRequested?
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Compass0Yes
Total Requested150100%
Total Not Requested00%
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic
FeatureValueRequested?
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic0Yes
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls100No
Downshift rev matching50No
2.0L H4
DOHC-4v
200 hp@7000
151 lb-ft@6400		1000Yes
Total Requested100087%
Total Not Requested15013%

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