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Chevrolet Malibu vs. Subaru Forester Price Comparison (MSRP)The sticker prices, before adjusting for remaining feature differences. Usually these are the numbers you will see on the window stickers.
Models in short supply often sell at or even above these prices.
Models in short supply often sell at or even above these prices.
Chevrolet Malibu vs. Subaru Forester Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $32,548 Subaru Forester 2.5 XT Touring | ||
| Difference: $1,502 | ||
Lowest Total Invoice: $30,303 Subaru Forester 2.5 XT Touring | ||
| Difference: $1,689 | ||
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| Model Year | 2013 | 2013 |
| Model | Malibu | Forester |
| Trim | LTZ | 2.5 XT Touring |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV |
| Base Price | $27,365 | $29,995 |
| Base Invoice | $25,859 | $28,084 |
| Premium Package | 1,000 | |
| Forward collision warning | 395 | |
| Electronics and Entertainment Package | 1,350 | |
| Navigation system | 795 | 1,000 |
| 2.0L I4 | 2,335 | |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 185 | |
| Cargo net | 48 | |
| Universal garage door opener | 93 | |
| Remote start | 432 | |
| Premium Package | 880 | |
| Forward collision warning | 348 | |
| Electronics and Entertainment Package | 1,188 | |
| Navigation system | 700 | 888 |
| 2.0L I4 | 2,207 | |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 120 | |
| Cargo net | 31 | |
| Universal garage door opener | 61 | |
| Remote start | 324 | |
| Options (change) | 5,875 | 1,758 |
| Options (change) | 5,323 | 1,424 |
| Destination | 810 | 795 |
| Total Price | $34,050 | $32,548 |
| Total Invoice | $31,992 | $30,303 |
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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: $1,937 | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $2,094 | ||
| Model Year | 2013 | 2013 |
| Model | Malibu | Forester |
| Trim | LTZ | 2.5 XT Touring |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV |
| Engine | 259hp I4 | 224hp H4 |
| Transmission | T6 | T4 |
| Drivetrain | FWD | AWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | 21/30 MPG | 19/24 MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | ?, 9 | ?, 7 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 245/40-19 | 225/55-17 |
| Total Price | $34,050 | $32,548 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -435 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $34,050 | $32,113 |
| Total Invoice | $31,992 | $30,303 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -405 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $31,992 | $29,898 |
Features Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Subaru Forester
| Model Year | 2013 | 2013 |
| Model | Malibu | Forester |
| Trim | LTZ | 2.5 XT Touring |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr 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 | |
| Proximity key | $250 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||
| Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats | $0 | |
| Forward collision warning | $200 | |
| Knee airbag, driver | $75 | |
| Knee airbag, passenger | $75 | |
| Lane departure warning | $200 | |
| Rear side airbags | $300 | |
| Cargo Management | ||
| Cargo tray | $40 | |
| Roof rails | $250 | |
| Climate Control | ||
| 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 | ||
| App support | $0 | |
| HD radio | $50 | |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation | $225 | |
| Traffic information | $25 | |
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||
| Automatic headlights | $125 | |
| Automatic-off headlights | $25 | |
| Illuminated visor mirror, driver | $50 | |
| Illuminated visor mirror, passenger | $50 | |
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | $25 | |
| Visor mirror, driver | $10 | |
| Visor mirror, passenger | $10 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||
| Door sill trim plates | $100 | |
| Foldaway tray table, second row | $75 | |
| Manual height adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | |
| Manual recliner, second row seats | $75 | |
| Memory system, driver seat | $200 | |
| Metal pedals | $75 | |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $150 | |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $150 | |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $100 | |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Power release, second row seats | $50 | |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Total Value of Features | $4,875 | $5,310 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $435 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | -405 |
Specifications Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Subaru Forester
| Model Year | 2013 | 2013 |
| Model | Malibu | Forester |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV |
| Wheelbase | 107.8 in | 103.0 in |
| Length | 191.5 in | 169.5 in |
| Width | 73.0 in | 70.1 in |
| Height | 57.6 in | 65.9 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,635 lb. | 3,440 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 18.5 gal. | 16.9 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 39.0 in | 41.6 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 57.5 in | 56.1 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 55.0 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 42.1 in | 43.1 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 37.5 in | 40.0 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 57.1 in | 55.6 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 54.3 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 36.8 in | 38.0 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 16.3 ft3 | 33.5 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 16.3 | 68.3 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Chevrolet Malibu LTZ
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | No |
| Proximity key | 250 | No |
| Total Requested | 500 | 53% |
| Total Not Requested | 450 | 47% |
| Electronics and Entertainment Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| 245/40WR19 tires | 400 | No |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Rearview camera | 200 | Yes |
| AC power outlet | 100 | No |
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | 25 | No |
| Pioneer, 9 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Total Requested | 300 | 26% |
| Total Not Requested | 875 | 74% |
Option Package Details
Subaru Forester 2.5 XT Touring
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Compass | 0 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 150 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Satellite radio | 200 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Traffic information | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 900 | 97% |
| Total Not Requested | 25 | 3% |
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