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Chevrolet Malibu vs. Subaru Impreza / WRX Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Chevrolet Malibu vs. Subaru Impreza / WRX Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $23,995

Subaru Impreza / WRX 2.0i Limited   
Difference: $4,630

Lowest Total Invoice: $22,618

Subaru Impreza / WRX 2.0i Limited   
Difference: $4,545

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year2010201220122012
ModelMalibuImpreza / WRXImpreza / WRXImpreza / WRX
TrimLTZ2.0i LimitedWRX LimitedWRX STI Limited
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $26,955 $21,595 $29,095 $37,445
Base Invoice $25,607 $20,517 $27,405 $35,379
Temporary spare tire 100      
Sunroof 850 1,000    
Auto-dimming rearview mirror   165 165 165
Universal garage door opener   85 85 85
Remote start   400 400 400
Temporary spare tire 88      
Sunroof 748 888    
Auto-dimming rearview mirror   107 107 107
Universal garage door opener   56 56 56
Remote start   300 300 300
Options (change) 950 1,650 650 650
Options (change) 836 1,351 463 463
Destination 720 750 750 750
Total Price $28,625 $23,995 $30,495 $38,845
Total Invoice $27,163 $22,618 $28,618 $36,592

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Subaru Impreza / WRX

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Subaru Impreza / WRX 2.0i Limited
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $4,910
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $4,806
Model Year2010201220122012
ModelMalibuImpreza / WRXImpreza / WRXImpreza / WRX
TrimLTZ2.0i LimitedWRX LimitedWRX STI Limited
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine169hp I4148hp H4265hp H4305hp H4
TransmissionT6CVT-6M5M6
DrivetrainFWDAWDAWDAWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 8?, 6?, 6?, 6
Tire (rear if not all the same)225/50-18205/50-17235/45-17245/40-18
Total Price$28,625$23,995$30,495$38,845
Adjustments for Features-520-8000-1,650
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$28,105$23,195$30,495$37,195
Cost Above Minimum$0$0$7,300$14,000
Total Invoice$27,163$22,618$28,618$36,592
Adjustments for Features-493-7540-1,554
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$26,670$21,864$28,618$35,038
Cost Above Minimum$0$0$6,754$13,174

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Features Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Subaru Impreza / WRX

Model Year2010201220122012
ModelMalibuImpreza / WRXImpreza / WRXImpreza / WRX
TrimLTZ2.0i LimitedWRX LimitedWRX STI Limited
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1100   
6-speed manually-shiftable CVT $1100  
5-speed manual  $0 
6-speed manual   $150
FWD$0   
AWD $1700$1700$1700
Accessories 
AC power outlet$100   
Sunshade, rear$125   
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats $0  
Knee airbag, driver $75  
Rollover sensor $50$50$50
Cargo Management 
Cargo mat$40   
Climate Control 
Interior air filter $0$0$0
Wiper de-icer $25$25$25
Drivetrain 
Adjustable center differential   $275
Limited-slip front differential   $500
Limited-slip rear differential   $300
Exterior 
Body kit  $0$0
Hood scoop  $100$100
Laminated front side windows$200   
Rear spoiler $200$200 
Tall rear wing-type spoiler   $500
Infotainment 
Bluetooth audio streaming $25$25$25
HD radio $50  
Satellite radio$200   
Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation$225   
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror$75   
Automatic headlights$125$125  
Automatic-off headlights  $25$25
Illuminated visor mirror, driver$50   
Illuminated visor mirror, passenger$50   
Interior ambient lighting$150   
Trip computer $150$150$150
Turn signals on or near mirrors   $25
Visor mirror, driver $10$10$10
Visor mirror, passenger $10$10$10
Xenon HID headlights  $500$500
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row $50  
Door sill trim plates$100  $100
Manual height adjuster, driver seat $50$50$50
Metal pedals  $75$75
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat$100   
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat$100   
Power height adjuster, driver seat$100   
Power height adjuster, passenger seat$100   
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat$100   
Power recliner, driver seat$100   
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat$100   
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat$100   
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Sport suspension (upgrade)  $0 
Ultra-sport suspension (upgrade)   $0
Transmission 
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls$100$100  
Total Value of Features$3,440$3,720$2,920$4,570
Value of Feature Adjustments$520$800$0$1,650
Value of Feature Adjustments-493-7540-1,554

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Specifications Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Subaru Impreza / WRX

Model Year20102012
ModelMalibuImpreza / WRX
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase112.3 in104.1 in
Length191.8 in180.3 in
Width70.3 in68.5 in
Height57.1 in57.6 in
Curb Weight3,451 lb.2,912 lb.
Fuel Capacity16.0 gal.14.6 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.4 in39.7 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room55.9 in55.6 in
Row 1 Hip Room53.0 in53.2 in
Row 1 Legroom42.2 in43.5 in
Row 2 Headroom37.2 in37.2 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room53.9 in54.2 in
Row 2 Hip Room52.1 in52.2 in
Row 2 Legroom37.6 in35.4 in
Cargo Volume15.1 ft312.0 ft3

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Option Package Details
Subaru Impreza / WRX 2.0i Limited

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

Option Package Details
Subaru Impreza / WRX WRX Limited

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

Option Package Details
Subaru Impreza / WRX WRX STI Limited

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

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