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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: $25,050

Subaru Impreza / WRX 2.0i Limited   
Difference: $4,925

Lowest Total Invoice: $23,542

Subaru Impreza / WRX 2.0i Limited   
Difference: $5,063

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year201620162016201220122012
ModelMalibuMalibuMalibuImpreza / WRXImpreza / WRXImpreza / WRX
TrimLTPremierHybrid2.0i LimitedWRX LimitedWRX STI Limited
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $25,020 $30,920 $27,770 $21,595 $29,095 $37,445
Base Invoice $24,019 $29,683 $26,659 $20,517 $27,405 $35,379
Panoramic sunroof 1,150 1,270 1,150      
Convenience and Technology Package 895   895      
Leather Package 1,395   1,395      
Navigation system 495   495   1,000 1,000
Cargo net 60 60 60 55 55 55
Door sill trim plates 85   85      
Driver Confidence Package     1,195      
Auto-dimming rearview mirror       165 165 165
Navigation Package       1,000    
Sunroof       1,000    
Universal garage door opener       85 85 85
Remote start       400 400 400
Panoramic sunroof 1,046 1,156 1,046      
Convenience and Technology Package 814   814      
Leather Package 1,269   1,269      
Navigation system 450   450   888 888
Cargo net 55 55 55 36 36 36
Door sill trim plates 77   77      
Driver Confidence Package     1,087      
Auto-dimming rearview mirror       107 107 107
Navigation Package       888    
Sunroof       888    
Universal garage door opener       56 56 56
Remote start       300 300 300
Options (change) 4,080 1,330 5,275 2,705 1,705 1,705
Options (change) 3,711 1,211 4,798 2,275 1,387 1,387
Destination 875 875 875 750 750 750
Total Price $29,975 $33,125 $33,920 $25,050 $31,550 $39,900
Total Invoice $28,605 $31,769 $32,332 $23,542 $29,542 $37,516

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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: $4,090
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $4,254
Model Year201620162016201220122012
ModelMalibuMalibuMalibuImpreza / WRXImpreza / WRXImpreza / WRX
TrimLTPremierHybrid2.0i LimitedWRX LimitedWRX STI Limited
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine163hp I4250hp I4122hp I4 H148hp H4265hp H4305hp H4
TransmissionT6T8CVTCVT-6M5M6
DrivetrainFWDFWDFWDAWDAWDAWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 9?, 9?, 9?, 6?, 6?, 6
Tire (rear if not all the same)225/55-17245/40-19225/55-17205/50-17235/45-17245/40-18
Total Price$29,975$33,125$33,920$25,050$31,550$39,900
Adjustments for Features-1,685-2,575-3,585-8500-1,650
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$28,290$30,550$30,335$24,200$31,550$38,250
Cost Above Minimum$0$2,260$2,045$0$7,350$14,050
Total Invoice$28,605$31,769$32,332$23,542$29,542$37,516
Adjustments for Features-1,608-2,470-3,417-7990-1,551
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$26,997$29,299$28,915$22,743$29,542$35,965
Cost Above Minimum$0$2,302$1,918$0$6,799$13,222

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Features Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Subaru Impreza / WRX

Model Year201620162016201220122012
ModelMalibuMalibuMalibuImpreza / WRXImpreza / WRXImpreza / WRX
TrimLTPremierHybrid2.0i LimitedWRX LimitedWRX STI Limited
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1100     
8-speed manually-shiftable automatic $1300    
CVT  $1000   
6-speed manually-shiftable CVT   $1100  
5-speed manual    $0 
6-speed manual     $150
FWD$0$0$0   
AWD   $1700$1700$1700
Accessories 
AC power outlet$100$100$100   
Heated steering wheel $100    
Proximity key$250$250$250   
Remote app$25$25$25   
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats   $0  
Automatic braking, low-speed  $200   
Blind spot warning system  $200   
Cross-traffic warning, rear  $100   
Following distance indicator  $25   
Forward collision warning  $200   
Knee airbag, driver$75$75$75$75  
Knee airbag, passenger$75$75$75   
Lane departure prevention, steering-based  $200   
Lane departure warning  $200   
Obstacle detection, front  $150   
Obstacle detection, rear  $250   
Pedestrian detection  $50   
Rear side airbags$300$300$300   
Rearview camera$200$200$200   
Safety key$5$5$5   
Temporary spare tire$150  $150$150$150
Vehicle health reports$0$0$0   
Cargo Management 
Cargo mat $40    
Climate Control 
Automatic climate control, front $200$200$200$200$200
Dual-zone climate control $125$125   
Rear air vents$100$100$100   
Wiper de-icer   $25$25$25
Drivetrain 
Adjustable center differential     $275
Limited-slip front differential     $500
Limited-slip rear differential     $300
Engine / Motor 
Automatic start / stop$150 $150   
Exterior 
Active grille shutters$0 $0   
Body kit    $0$0
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) $25 $25$25$25
Hood scoop    $100$100
Laminated front side windows$200$200$200   
Panoramic sunroof$1200$1200$1200   
Rear spoiler   $200$200 
Sunroof   $900$900$900
Tall rear wing-type spoiler     $500
Infotainment 
4G LTE connectivity$0$0$0   
Android Auto support$100$100$100   
App support$0$0$0   
Apple CarPlay support$100$100$100   
CD player   $125$125$125
HD radio   $50  
MP3-compatible player   $50$50$50
SMS text-to-speech reader$25$25$25$25  
Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation$225$225$225   
Traffic information   $25  
Voice control for external devices$0$0$0   
Wi-Fi hotspot$50$50$50   
Wireless charging station$75$75$75   
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Auto-dimming headlights  $200   
Automatic headlights$125$125$125$125  
Automatic-off headlights    $25$25
Detailed driving style feedback  $100   
Fog lights   $125$125$125
Illuminated visor mirror, driver$50$50$50   
Illuminated visor mirror, passenger$50$50$50   
Interior ambient lighting$150$150$150   
Large energy flow and fuel economy display  $25   
Tachometer$75$75 $75$75$75
Turn signals on or near mirrors$25$25$25  $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$50$50$50  
Cooled or ventilated front seats $300    
Door sill trim plates$100$100$100  $100
Manual height adjuster, driver seat   $50$50$50
Memory system, driver seat $200    
Metal pedals    $75$75
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat$100$100$100   
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat$100$100$100   
Power height adjuster, driver seat$100$100$100   
Power height adjuster, passenger seat$100$100$100   
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat$100$100$100   
Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat$100$100$100   
Power recliner, driver seat$100$100$100   
Power recliner, passenger seat$100$100$100   
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat$100$100$100   
Upgraded floor mats $0    
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Sport suspension (upgrade)    $0 
Ultra-sport suspension (upgrade)     $0
Transmission 
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls   $100  
Total Value of Features$6,030$6,920$7,930$5,195$4,345$5,995
Value of Feature Adjustments$1,685$2,575$3,585$850$0$1,650
Value of Feature Adjustments-1,608-2,470-3,417-7990-1,551

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Specifications Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Subaru Impreza / WRX

Model Year20162012
ModelMalibuImpreza / WRX
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase111.4 in104.1 in
Length193.8 in180.3 in
Width73.0 in68.5 in
Height57.7 in57.6 in
Curb Weight3,087 lb.2,912 lb.
Fuel Capacity13.0 gal.14.6 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.1 in39.7 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room58.5 in55.6 in
Row 1 Hip Room54.1 in53.2 in
Row 1 Legroom42.0 in43.5 in
Row 2 Headroom37.5 in37.2 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room57.1 in54.2 in
Row 2 Hip Room53.4 in52.2 in
Row 2 Legroom38.1 in35.4 in
Cargo Volume15.8 ft312.0 ft3

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Option Package Details
Chevrolet Malibu LT

Convenience and Technology Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Leather-wrapped steering wheel150Yes
AC power outlet100No
Remote start150Yes
Safety key5No
Wireless charging station75No
Total Requested45071%
Total Not Requested18029%
Leather Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Heated front seats200Yes
Power recliner, passenger seat100No
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat100No
Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat100No
Power height adjuster, passenger seat50No
Bose, 9 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Total Requested110061%
Total Not Requested70039%

Option Package Details
Chevrolet Malibu Hybrid

Driver Confidence Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Obstacle detection, front150No
Obstacle detection, rear250No
Auto-dimming headlights200No
Lane departure warning system200No
Blind spot warning system200No
Rear cross-traffic detection100No
Automatic braking, low-speed200No
Forward collision warning200No
Lane departure prevention system, steering-based200No
Pedestrian detection50No
Following distance indicator25No
Total Requested00%
Total Not Requested1775100%
Leather Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Heated front seats200Yes
Power recliner, passenger seat100No
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat100No
Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat100No
Power height adjuster, passenger seat50No
Bose, 9 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Total Requested110061%
Total Not Requested70039%
Convenience and Technology Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Leather-wrapped steering wheel150Yes
AC power outlet100No
Remote start150Yes
Safety key5No
Wireless charging station75No
Total Requested45071%
Total Not Requested18029%

Option Package Details
Subaru Impreza / WRX 2.0i Limited

Auto-dimming rearview mirror
FeatureValueRequested?
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Compass0Yes
Total Requested150100%
Total Not Requested00%
Navigation Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
Satellite radio200Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Traffic information25No
205/50VR17 tires400No
SMS text-to-speech reader25Yes
Total Requested92569%
Total Not Requested42531%

Option Package Details
Subaru Impreza / WRX WRX Limited

Auto-dimming rearview mirror
FeatureValueRequested?
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Compass0Yes
Total Requested150100%
Total Not Requested00%
Navigation system
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
Satellite radio200Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Total Requested900100%
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%
Navigation system
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
Satellite radio200Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Total Requested900100%
Total Not Requested00%

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