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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: $36,755 Chevrolet Malibu Premier | ||
| Difference: $613 | ||
Lowest Total Invoice: $34,490 Subaru Forester 2.0XT Touring | ||
| Difference: $583 | ||
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| Model Year | 2018 | 2015 |
| Model | Malibu | Forester |
| Trim | Premier | 2.0XT Touring |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV |
| Base Price | $30,975 | $33,095 |
| Base Invoice | $29,736 | $30,927 |
| Sun and Wheels Package | 2,270 | |
| Driver Confidence Package II | 995 | |
| Driver Confidence Package | 1,195 | |
| Cargo organizer | 140 | 60 |
| All-weather floor mats | 140 | 72 |
| Cargo net | 65 | 90 |
| Engine-block heater | 100 | 133 |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 199 | |
| Navigation and Eyesight Package | 1,895 | |
| Door sill trim plates | 38 | |
| Universal garage door opener | 76 | |
| AC power outlet | 415 | |
| Remote start | 445 | |
| Sun and Wheels Package | 2,066 | |
| Driver Confidence Package II | 905 | |
| Driver Confidence Package | 1,087 | |
| Cargo organizer | 127 | 39 |
| All-weather floor mats | 127 | 46 |
| Cargo net | 59 | 58 |
| Engine-block heater | 91 | 86 |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 129 | |
| Navigation and Eyesight Package | 1,638 | |
| Door sill trim plates | 24 | |
| Universal garage door opener | 49 | |
| AC power outlet | 311 | |
| Remote start | 333 | |
| Options (change) | 4,905 | 3,423 |
| Options (change) | 4,462 | 2,713 |
| Destination | 875 | 850 |
| Total Price | $36,755 | $37,368 |
| Total Invoice | $35,073 | $34,490 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Subaru Forester
| Lowest Adjusted Price: Chevrolet Malibu Premier | ||
| Lowest Adjusted Invoice: Subaru Forester 2.0XT Touring | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $223 | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $943 | ||
| Model Year | 2018 | 2015 |
| Model | Malibu | Forester |
| Trim | Premier | 2.0XT Touring |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV |
| Engine | 250hp I4 | 250hp H4 |
| Transmission | T9 | CVT-8 |
| Drivetrain | FWD | AWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | 22/32 MPG | 23/28 MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | ?, 9 | 440, 8 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 245/40-19 | 225/55-18 |
| Total Price | $36,755 | $37,368 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -390 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $36,755 | $36,978 |
| Total Invoice | $35,073 | $34,490 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -360 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $35,073 | $34,130 |
Features Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Subaru Forester
| Model Year | 2018 | 2015 |
| Model | Malibu | Forester |
| Trim | Premier | 2.0XT Touring |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||
| 9-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1400 | |
| 8-speed manually-shiftable CVT | $1100 | |
| FWD | $0 | |
| AWD | $1700 | |
| Accessories | ||
| Adaptive cruise control | $600 | |
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | $850 | |
| Heated steering wheel | $100 | |
| Lead vehicle start alert | $25 | |
| Power liftgate | $350 | |
| Remote app | $25 | |
| Semi-automated parking system | $500 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||
| Blind spot warning system | $200 | |
| Cross-traffic warning, rear | $100 | |
| Following distance indicator | $25 | |
| Hill descent control | $250 | |
| Knee airbag, passenger | $75 | |
| Lane departure prevention, steering-based | $200 | |
| Lane sway warning | $25 | |
| Obstacle detection, front | $150 | |
| Obstacle detection, rear | $250 | |
| Rear side airbags | $300 | |
| Safety key | $5 | |
| Temporary spare tire | $150 | |
| Terrain selector | $200 | |
| Vehicle health reports | $0 | |
| Cargo Management | ||
| Cargo mat | $40 | |
| Cargo tray | $40 | |
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | |
| Roof rails | $250 | |
| Climate Control | ||
| Rear air vents | $100 | |
| Rear wiper | $175 | |
| Wiper de-icer | $25 | |
| Exterior | ||
| Bodyside cladding (gray/black) | $250 | |
| Deep-tinted rear windows | $275 | |
| Laminated front side windows | $200 | |
| Panoramic sunroof | $1200 | |
| Rear spoiler | $200 | |
| Sunroof, large | $1100 | |
| Infotainment | ||
| 4G LTE connectivity | $0 | |
| Android Auto support | $100 | |
| Apple CarPlay support | $100 | |
| CD player | $125 | |
| HD radio | $50 | |
| MP3-compatible player | $50 | |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation | $225 | |
| Traffic + travel information | $25 | |
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | |
| Wi-Fi hotspot | $50 | |
| Wireless charging station | $75 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||
| Auto-dimming headlights | $200 | |
| Fog lights | $125 | |
| Illuminated visor mirror, driver | $50 | |
| Illuminated visor mirror, passenger | $50 | |
| Visor mirror, driver | $10 | |
| Visor mirror, passenger | $10 | |
| Xenon HID headlights | $500 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | $300 | |
| Manual recliner, second row seats | $75 | |
| Memory system, driver seat | $200 | |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Power release, second row seats | $50 | |
| Upgraded floor mats | $0 | |
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | |
| Transmission | ||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | |
| Total Value of Features | $7,470 | $7,860 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $390 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | -360 |
Specifications Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Subaru Forester
| Model Year | 2018 | 2015 |
| Model | Malibu | Forester |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV |
| Wheelbase | 111.4 in | 103.9 in |
| Length | 193.8 in | 180.9 in |
| Width | 73.0 in | 70.7 in |
| Height | 57.7 in | 66.4 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,388 lb. | 3,624 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 15.8 gal. | 15.9 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 39.1 in | 41.4 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 58.5 in | 57.0 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 54.1 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 42.0 in | 43.0 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 37.5 in | 39.8 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 57.1 in | 56.5 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 53.4 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 38.1 in | 38.0 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 15.8 ft3 | 34.4 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 15.8 | 74.7 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Chevrolet Malibu Premier
| Sun and Wheels Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Panoramic sunroof | 1200 | No |
| 245/40R19 tires | 400 | No |
| Upgraded floor mats | 0 | No |
| Total Requested | 100 | 6% |
| Total Not Requested | 1600 | 94% |
| Driver Confidence Package II | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system | 0 | Yes |
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | 700 | No |
| Semi-automated parking system | 500 | No |
| Automatic braking, high-speed or partial | 200 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 200 | 14% |
| Total Not Requested | 1200 | 86% |
| Driver Confidence Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Obstacle detection, front | 150 | No |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | No |
| Auto-dimming headlights | 200 | No |
| Lane departure warning | 200 | Yes |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | No |
| Cross-traffic warning, rear | 100 | No |
| Automatic braking, low-speed | 200 | Yes |
| Forward collision warning | 200 | Yes |
| Lane departure prevention, steering-based | 200 | No |
| Pedestrian detection | 50 | Yes |
| Following distance indicator | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 650 | 37% |
| Total Not Requested | 1125 | 63% |
Option Package Details
Subaru Forester 2.0XT 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 and Eyesight Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Adaptive cruise control | 450 | Yes |
| Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system | 0 | Yes |
| Lane departure warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Automatic braking, low-speed | 200 | Yes |
| Automatic braking, high-speed | 200 | Yes |
| Forward collision warning | 200 | Yes |
| Lane sway warning system | 25 | No |
| Lead vehicle start alert | 25 | No |
| Pedestrian detection | 50 | Yes |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Satellite radio | 200 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| SMS text-to-speech reader | 25 | Yes |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | No |
| App support | 0 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 2225 | 97% |
| Total Not Requested | 75 | 3% |
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