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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: $30,470

Chevrolet Malibu LTZ   
Difference: $1,249

Lowest Total Invoice: $28,806

Chevrolet Malibu LTZ   
Difference: $729

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20112012
ModelMalibuForester
TrimLTZ2.5 XT Touring
Body4dr Sedan4dr SUV
Base Price $27,165 $29,895
Base Invoice $25,806 $27,992
Temporary spare tire 100  
Sunroof 850  
3.6L V6 1,595  
Auto-dimming rearview mirror   185
Remote start   432
Satellite radio   432
Temporary spare tire 88  
Sunroof 748  
3.6L V6 1,404  
Auto-dimming rearview mirror   120
Remote start   324
Satellite radio   324
Options (change) 2,545 1,049
Options (change) 2,240 768
Destination 760 775
Total Price $30,470 $31,719
Total Invoice $28,806 $29,535

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Subaru Forester

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Subaru Forester 2.5 XT Touring
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $1,771
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $2,083
Model Year20112012
ModelMalibuForester
TrimLTZ2.5 XT Touring
Body4dr Sedan4dr SUV
Engine252hp V6224hp H4
TransmissionT6T4
DrivetrainFWDAWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)17/26 MPG19/24 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 8?, 7
Tire (rear if not all the same)225/50-18225/55-17
Total Price$30,470$31,719
Adjustments for Features0-3,020
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$30,470$28,699
Total Invoice$28,806$29,535
Adjustments for Features0-2,812
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$28,806$26,723

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Features Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Subaru Forester

Model Year20112012
ModelMalibuForester
TrimLTZ2.5 XT Touring
Body4dr Sedan4dr SUV
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1100 
4-speed manually-shiftable automatic $900
FWD$0 
AWD $1700
Accessories 
AC power outlet$100 
Sunshade, rear$125 
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats $0
Rearview camera $200
Rollover sensor $50
Cargo Management 
Cargo mat$40 
Cargo tray $40
Overhead sunglass holder $25
Roof rails $250
Climate Control 
Dual-zone climate control $125
Interior air filter $0
Rear wiper $175
Wiper de-icer $25
Exterior 
Deep-tinted rear windows $275
Hood scoop $100
Laminated front side windows$200 
Rear spoiler $200
Sunroof$900 
Sunroof, large $1100
Infotainment 
Bluetooth audio streaming $25
HD radio $50
Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation$225 
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Automatic headlights$125 
Automatic-off headlights $25
Illuminated visor mirror, driver$50 
Illuminated visor mirror, passenger$50 
Trip computer $150
Turn signals on or near mirrors $25
Visor mirror, driver $10
Visor mirror, passenger $10
Xenon HID headlights $500
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row $50
Door sill trim plates$100 
Foldaway tray table, second row $75
Manual height adjuster, passenger seat $50
Manual recliner, second row seats $75
Metal pedals $75
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat$100 
Power height adjuster, passenger seat$100 
Power release, second row seats $50
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat$100 
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Performance steering system (optional)$0 
Total Value of Features$3,315$6,335
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$3,020
Value of Feature Adjustments0-2,812

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

Specifications Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Subaru Forester

Model Year20112012
ModelMalibuForester
Body4dr Sedan4dr SUV
Wheelbase112.3 in103.0 in
Length191.8 in179.5 in
Width70.3 in70.1 in
Height57.1 in65.9 in
Curb Weight3,645 lb.3,440 lb.
Fuel Capacity16.0 gal.16.9 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.4 in41.6 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room55.9 in56.1 in
Row 1 Hip Room53.0 in0.0 in
Row 1 Legroom42.2 in43.1 in
Row 2 Headroom37.2 in40.0 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room53.9 in55.6 in
Row 2 Hip Room52.1 in0.0 in
Row 2 Legroom37.6 in38.0 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum		15.1 ft333.5 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum		15.168.3 ft3

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

Option Package Details
Subaru Forester 2.5 XT Touring

Auto-dimming rearview mirror
FeatureValueRequested?
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Compass0Yes
Total Requested150100%
Total Not Requested00%

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