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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: $30,960

Chevrolet Malibu LTZ   
Difference: $1,119

Lowest Total Invoice: $29,299

Chevrolet Malibu LTZ   
Difference: $504

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20122013
ModelMalibuForester
TrimLTZ2.5 XT Touring
Body4dr Sedan4dr SUV
Base Price $28,600 $29,995
Base Invoice $27,027 $28,084
3.6L V6 1,600  
Auto-dimming rearview mirror   185
Bodyside moldings   240
Remote start   432
Satellite radio   432
3.6L V6 1,512  
Auto-dimming rearview mirror   120
Bodyside moldings   156
Remote start   324
Satellite radio   324
Options (change) 1,600 1,289
Options (change) 1,512 924
Destination 760 795
Total Price $30,960 $32,079
Total Invoice $29,299 $29,803

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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: $2,026
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $2,418
Model Year20122013
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$30,960$32,079
Adjustments for Features0-3,145
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$30,960$28,934
Total Invoice$29,299$29,803
Adjustments for Features0-2,922
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$29,299$26,881

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Features Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Subaru Forester

Model Year20122013
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 
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$3,190$6,335
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$3,145
Value of Feature Adjustments0-2,922

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Specifications Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Subaru Forester

Model Year20122013
ModelMalibuForester
Body4dr Sedan4dr SUV
Wheelbase112.3 in103.0 in
Length191.8 in169.5 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 Touring

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

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