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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: $30,719

Subaru Forester 2.5 XT Limited   
Difference: $241

Lowest Total Invoice: $28,485

Subaru Forester 2.5 XT Limited   
Difference: $814

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20122010
ModelMalibuForester
TrimLTZ2.5 XT Limited
Body4dr Sedan4dr SUV
Base Price $28,600 $28,495
Base Invoice $27,027 $26,707
3.6L V6 1,600  
Auto-dimming rearview mirror   183
iPod integration   223
Bodyside moldings   238
Remote start   432
Satellite radio   453
3.6L V6 1,512  
Auto-dimming rearview mirror   119
iPod integration   145
Bodyside moldings   155
Remote start   324
Satellite radio   340
Options (change) 1,600 1,529
Options (change) 1,512 1,083
Destination 760 695
Total Price $30,960 $30,719
Total Invoice $29,299 $28,485

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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: $2,746
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $3,137
Model Year20122010
ModelMalibuForester
TrimLTZ2.5 XT Limited
Body4dr Sedan4dr SUV
Engine252hp V6224hp H4
TransmissionT6T4
DrivetrainFWDAWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)17/26 MPG19/24 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 880, 6
Tire (rear if not all the same)225/50-18225/55-17
Total Price$30,960$30,719
Adjustments for Features0-2,505
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$30,960$28,214
Total Invoice$29,299$28,485
Adjustments for Features0-2,323
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$29,299$26,162

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Features Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Subaru Forester

Model Year20122010
ModelMalibuForester
TrimLTZ2.5 XT Limited
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 
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats $0
Rollover sensor $50
Cargo Management 
Cargo mat$40 
Overhead sunglass holder $25
Roof rails $250
Climate Control 
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 cell phone link$100 
CD changer, in-dash $325
CD player$125 
iPod integration $100
Surround sound $250
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 
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 
Foldaway tray table, second row $75
Manual recliner, second row seats $75
Metal pedals $75
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat$100 
Power height adjuster, passenger seat$100 
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat$100 
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Performance steering system (optional)$0 
Total Value of Features$3,440$5,945
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$2,505
Value of Feature Adjustments0-2,323

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Specifications Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Subaru Forester

Model Year20122010
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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Option Package Details
Subaru Forester 2.5 XT Limited

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

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