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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: $30,168

Subaru Forester 2.5 XT Limited   
Difference: $792

Lowest Total Invoice: $28,123

Subaru Forester 2.5 XT Limited   
Difference: $1,176

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20122008
ModelMalibuForester
TrimLTZ2.5 XT Limited
Body4dr Sedan4dr SUV
Base Price $28,600 $27,895
Base Invoice $27,027 $26,116
3.6L V6 1,600  
Auto-dimming rearview mirror   183
4-speed automatic   1,000
Satellite radio   445
3.6L V6 1,512  
Auto-dimming rearview mirror   119
4-speed automatic   909
Satellite radio   334
Options (change) 1,600 1,628
Options (change) 1,512 1,362
Destination 760 645
Total Price $30,960 $30,168
Total Invoice $29,299 $28,123

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Subaru Forester

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Subaru Forester 2.5 XT Limited
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $1,872
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $2,183
Model Year20122008
ModelMalibuForester
TrimLTZ2.5 XT Limited
Body4dr Sedan4dr SUV
Engine252hp V6224hp H4
TransmissionT6A4
DrivetrainFWDAWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)17/26 MPG18/23 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 8155, 7
Tire (rear if not all the same)225/50-18215/55-17
Total Price$30,960$30,168
Adjustments for Features0-1,080
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$30,960$29,088
Total Invoice$29,299$28,123
Adjustments for Features0-1,007
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$29,299$27,116

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Features Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Subaru Forester

Model Year20122008
ModelMalibuForester
TrimLTZ2.5 XT Limited
Body4dr Sedan4dr SUV
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1100 
4-speed automatic $800
FWD$0 
AWD $1700
Accessories 
AC power outlet$100 
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
Brake assist$50 
Full-size spare tire $225
Side curtain airbags$350 
Temporary spare tire$150 
Cargo Management 
Cargo cover $75
Cargo mat$40 
Overhead sunglass holder $25
Roof rack $300
Climate Control 
Interior air filter $0
Rear wiper $175
Wiper de-icer $25
Drivetrain 
Limited-slip rear differential $300
Exterior 
Bodyside cladding $350
Bodyside moldings$75 
Hood scoop $100
Laminated front side windows$200 
Sunroof$900 
Sunroof, large $1100
Infotainment 
Audio controls on steering wheel$125 
Bluetooth cell phone link$100 
CD changer, in-dash $325
CD player$125 
Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation$225 
USB port$25 
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Automatic headlights$125 
Automatic-off headlights $25
Illuminated visor mirror, driver$50 
Illuminated visor mirror, passenger$50 
Interior ambient lighting$150 
Turn signals on or near mirrors $25
Visor mirror, driver $10
Visor mirror, passenger $10
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row $50
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat $50
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat$100 
Power height adjuster, passenger seat$100 
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat$100 
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat$100 
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Performance steering system (optional)$0 
Total Value of Features$4,740$5,820
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$1,080
Value of Feature Adjustments0-1,007

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

Specifications Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Subaru Forester

Model Year20122008
ModelMalibuForester
Body4dr Sedan4dr SUV
Wheelbase112.3 in99.4 in
Length191.8 in176.6 in
Width70.3 in68.3 in
Height57.1 in65.0 in
Curb Weight3,645 lb.3,350 lb.
Fuel Capacity16.0 gal.15.9 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.4 in39.8 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room55.9 in53.5 in
Row 1 Hip Room53.0 in51.6 in
Row 1 Legroom42.2 in43.6 in
Row 2 Headroom37.2 in39.7 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room53.9 in53.6 in
Row 2 Hip Room52.1 in51.6 in
Row 2 Legroom37.6 in33.7 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum		15.1 ft332.0 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum		15.157.7 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

Auto-dimming rearview mirror
FeatureValueRequested?
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Compass0Yes
Total Requested150100%
Total Not Requested00%
4-speed automatic
FeatureValueRequested?
4-speed automatic0Yes
Traction control100Yes
Stability control400Yes
Total Requested500100%
Total Not Requested00%

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