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Chevrolet Malibu vs. Subaru Crosstrek Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Chevrolet Malibu vs. Subaru Crosstrek Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $28,545

Chevrolet Malibu LTZ   
Difference: $26

Lowest Total Invoice: $26,823

Subaru Crosstrek 2.0i Limited   
Difference: $96

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20082017
ModelMalibuCrosstrek
TrimLTZ2.0i Limited
Body4dr Sedan4dr Hatch
Base Price $27,095 $25,195
Base Invoice $25,605 $23,824
Sunroof 800  
Auto-dimming rearview mirror   232
Moonroof, navigation, keyless access   2,100
Cargo net   59
Universal garage door opener   110
Sunroof 664  
Auto-dimming rearview mirror   150
Moonroof, navigation, keyless access   1,864
Cargo net   38
Universal garage door opener   72
Options (change) 800 2,501
Options (change) 664 2,124
Destination 650 875
Total Price $28,545 $28,571
Total Invoice $26,919 $26,823

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Subaru Crosstrek

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Subaru Crosstrek 2.0i Limited
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $2,804
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $2,753
Model Year20082017
ModelMalibuCrosstrek
TrimLTZ2.0i Limited
Body4dr Sedan4dr Hatch
Engine252hp V6148hp H4
TransmissionT6CVT-6
DrivetrainFWDAWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)210, 8?, 6
Tire (rear if not all the same)225/50-18225/55-17
Total Price$28,545$28,571
Adjustments for Features0-2,830
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$28,545$25,741
Total Invoice$26,919$26,823
Adjustments for Features0-2,657
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$26,919$24,166

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Features Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Subaru Crosstrek

Model Year20082017
ModelMalibuCrosstrek
TrimLTZ2.0i Limited
Body4dr Sedan4dr Hatch
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1100 
6-speed manually-shiftable CVT $1100
FWD$0 
AWD $1700
Accessories 
PIN Code Access $10
Proximity key $250
Remote start$150 
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats $0
Blind spot warning system $200
Cross-traffic warning, rear $100
Knee airbag, driver $75
Rearview camera $200
Rollover sensor $50
Cargo Management 
Cargo cover $75
Cargo mat$40 
Cargo tray $40
Roof rails $250
Climate Control 
Interior air filter $0
Rear wiper $175
Wiper de-icer $25
Exterior 
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)$25 
Laminated front side windows$200 
Rear spoiler $200
Wheel-lip moldings $75
Infotainment 
App support $0
Bluetooth audio streaming $25
Bluetooth cell phone link $100
CD changer, in-dash$325 
CD player $125
HD radio $50
Navigation map updates, three years $0
Navigation system $600
SMS text-to-speech reader $25
Telematics service, such as OnStar $200
Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation$225 
Traffic + travel information $25
USB port $25
Voice control for nav and audio $100
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror$75 
Illuminated visor mirror, driver$50 
Illuminated visor mirror, passenger$50 
Interior ambient lighting$150 
Trip computer $150
Visor mirror, driver $10
Visor mirror, passenger $10
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row $50
Door sill trim plates$100 
Manual height adjuster, driver seat $50
Manual lumbar 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 
Alloy wheels$350 
Machined alloy wheels $350
Performance steering system (optional)$0 
Raised heavy-duty suspension $0
Total Value of Features$3,590$6,420
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$2,830
Value of Feature Adjustments0-2,657

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Specifications Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Subaru Crosstrek

Model Year20082017
ModelMalibuCrosstrek
Body4dr Sedan4dr Hatch
Wheelbase112.3 in103.7 in
Length191.8 in175.2 in
Width70.3 in70.1 in
Height57.1 in63.6 in
Curb Weight3,451 lb.3,110 lb.
Fuel Capacity16.0 gal.15.9 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.4 in39.8 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room55.9 in55.6 in
Row 1 Hip Room53.0 in0.0 in
Row 1 Legroom42.2 in43.5 in
Row 2 Headroom37.2 in37.7 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room53.9 in54.2 in
Row 2 Hip Room52.1 in0.0 in
Row 2 Legroom37.6 in35.4 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum
15.1 ft322.3 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum
15.151.9 ft3

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Option Package Details
Subaru Crosstrek 2.0i Limited

Auto-dimming rearview mirror
FeatureValueRequested?
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Compass0Yes
Total Requested150100%
Total Not Requested00%
Moonroof, navigation, keyless access
FeatureValueRequested?
Sunroof900Yes
Proximity key250No
Navigation map updates, three years0No
PIN Code Access10No
Navigation system600No
Voice control for nav and audio75No
Traffic + travel information25No
Total Requested90048%
Total Not Requested96052%

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