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Chevrolet Malibu vs. Subaru Forester Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Chevrolet Malibu vs. Subaru Forester Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $25,315

Chevrolet Malibu Maxx SS   
Difference: $5,069

Lowest Total Invoice: $23,817

Chevrolet Malibu Maxx SS   
Difference: $4,447

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20062008
ModelMalibuForester
TrimMaxx SS2.5 XT Limited
Body4dr Hatch4dr SUV
Base Price $23,265 $27,895
Base Invoice $21,986 $26,116
CD changer, in-dash 300  
Satellite radio 325 445
Sunroof 800  
4-speed automatic   1,000
Rear spoiler   353
Cargo net   46
CD changer, in-dash 249  
Satellite radio 293 334
Sunroof 664  
4-speed automatic   909
Rear spoiler   230
Cargo net   30
Options (change) 1,425 1,844
Options (change) 1,206 1,503
Destination 625 645
Total Price $25,315 $30,384
Total Invoice $23,817 $28,264

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Subaru Forester

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Chevrolet Malibu Maxx SS
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $2,509
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $2,066
Model Year20062008
ModelMalibuForester
TrimMaxx SS2.5 XT Limited
Body4dr Hatch4dr SUV
Engine240hp V6224hp H4
TransmissionT4A4
DrivetrainFWDAWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)19/26 MPG18/23 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 6155, 7
Tire (rear if not all the same)225/50-18215/55-17
Total Price$25,315$30,384
Adjustments for Features0-2,560
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$25,315$27,824
Total Invoice$23,817$28,264
Adjustments for Features0-2,381
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$23,817$25,883

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Features Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Subaru Forester

Model Year20062008
ModelMalibuForester
TrimMaxx SS2.5 XT Limited
Body4dr Hatch4dr SUV
Transmission and Drivetrain 
4-speed manually-shiftable automatic$900 
4-speed automatic $800
FWD$0 
AWD $1700
Accessories 
Power-adjustable pedals$125 
Remote start$150 
Tilt steering wheel, manual $150
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual$250 
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats $0
Side curtain airbags$350 
Stability control $400
Tire-pressure monitor $75
Cargo Management 
Cargo cover $75
Cargo shelf, height-adjustable$100 
Overhead sunglass holder $25
Roof rack $300
Climate Control 
Interior air filter $0
Wiper de-icer $25
Drivetrain 
Limited-slip rear differential $300
Exterior 
Body kit$0 
Bodyside cladding $350
Bodyside moldings$75 
Glass roof panel(s)$300 
Hood scoop $100
Sunroof$900 
Sunroof, large $1100
Infotainment 
Audio controls on steering wheel$125 
Aux input $50
MP3-compatible player $50
Rear seat audio controls$25 
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Automatic headlights$125 
Automatic-off headlights $25
Heated mirrors $25
Illuminated visor mirror, driver$50 
Trip computer$150 
Turn signals on or near mirrors $25
Visor mirror, driver $10
Seats and Interior Trim 
Heated front seats $200
Leather seating surfaces $900
Manual fore-aft adjuster, second row seats$75 
Manual recliner, second row seats$75 
Partial leather seating sufaces$450 
Power recliner, driver seat $100
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Alloy wheels $350
Performance steering system (optional)$0 
Polished alloy wheels$350 
Sport suspension (upgrade)$0 
Total Value of Features$4,575$7,135
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$2,560
Value of Feature Adjustments0-2,381

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

Specifications Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Subaru Forester

Model Year20062008
ModelMalibuForester
Body4dr Hatch4dr SUV
Wheelbase112.3 in99.4 in
Length187.8 in176.6 in
Width69.8 in68.3 in
Height58.1 in65.0 in
Curb Weight3,476 lb.3,350 lb.
Fuel Capacity16.3 gal.15.9 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.4 in39.8 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room56.7 in53.5 in
Row 1 Hip Room53.5 in51.6 in
Row 1 Legroom41.9 in43.6 in
Row 2 Headroom39.4 in39.7 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room55.5 in53.6 in
Row 2 Hip Room52.4 in51.6 in
Row 2 Legroom41.0 in33.7 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum		22.8 ft332.0 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum		41.0 ft357.7 ft3

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

Option Package Details
Subaru Forester 2.5 XT Limited

4-speed automatic
FeatureValueRequested?
4-speed automatic0Yes
Traction control100Yes
Stability control400No
Total Requested10020%
Total Not Requested40080%

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