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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: $25,795

Subaru Impreza / WRX 2.0i Limited   
Difference: $4,180

Lowest Total Invoice: $24,230

Subaru Impreza / WRX 2.0i Limited   
Difference: $4,375

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20162016201620142014
ModelMalibuMalibuMalibuImpreza / WRXImpreza / WRX
TrimLTPremierHybrid2.0i LimitedWRX STI Limited
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $25,020 $30,920 $27,770 $22,195 $37,845
Base Invoice $24,019 $29,683 $26,659 $21,072 $35,751
Panoramic sunroof 1,150 1,270 1,150    
Convenience and Technology Package 895   895    
Leather Package 1,395   1,395    
Navigation system 495   495   1,100
Cargo net 60 60 60 55 55
Door sill trim plates 85   85    
Driver Confidence Package     1,195    
Auto-dimming rearview mirror       165 165
Navigation Package       1,100  
Sunroof       1,000  
Universal garage door opener       85 85
Remote start       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   976
Cargo net 55 55 55 36 36
Door sill trim plates 77   77    
Driver Confidence Package     1,087    
Auto-dimming rearview mirror       107 107
Navigation Package       976  
Sunroof       888  
Universal garage door opener       56 56
Remote start       300 300
Options (change) 4,080 1,330 5,275 2,805 1,805
Options (change) 3,711 1,211 4,798 2,363 1,475
Destination 875 875 875 795 795
Total Price $29,975 $33,125 $33,920 $25,795 $40,445
Total Invoice $28,605 $31,769 $32,332 $24,230 $38,021

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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: $3,545
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $3,769
Model Year20162016201620142014
ModelMalibuMalibuMalibuImpreza / WRXImpreza / WRX
TrimLTPremierHybrid2.0i LimitedWRX STI Limited
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine163hp I4250hp I4122hp I4 H148hp H4305hp H4
TransmissionT6T8CVTCVT-6M6
DrivetrainFWDFWDFWDAWDAWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 9?, 9?, 9?, 6?, 6
Tire (rear if not all the same)225/55-17245/40-19225/55-17205/50-17245/40-18
Total Price$29,975$33,125$33,920$25,795$40,445
Adjustments for Features-635-1,525-2,5350-600
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$29,340$31,600$31,385$25,795$39,845
Cost Above Minimum$0$2,260$2,045$0$14,050
Total Invoice$28,605$31,769$32,332$24,230$38,021
Adjustments for Features-606-1,463-2,4160-564
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$27,999$30,306$29,916$24,230$37,457
Cost Above Minimum$0$2,307$1,917$0$13,227

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Features Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Subaru Impreza / WRX

Model Year20162016201620142014
ModelMalibuMalibuMalibuImpreza / WRXImpreza / WRX
TrimLTPremierHybrid2.0i LimitedWRX STI Limited
Body4dr 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 
6-speed manual    $150
FWD$0$0$0  
AWD   $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$200 
Safety key$5$5$5  
Temporary spare tire$150  $150$150
Vehicle health reports$0$0$0  
Cargo Management 
Cargo mat $40   
Climate Control 
Automatic climate control, front $200$200$200$200
Dual-zone climate control $125$125  
Rear air vents$100$100$100  
Wiper de-icer   $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
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) $25 $25$25
Hood scoop    $100
Laminated front side windows$200$200$200  
Panoramic sunroof$1200$1200$1200  
Rear spoiler   $200 
Sunroof   $900$900
Tall rear wing-type spoiler    $500
Infotainment 
4G LTE connectivity$0$0$0  
Android Auto support$100$100$100  
Apple CarPlay support$100$100$100  
CD player   $125$125
HD radio   $50 
MP3-compatible player   $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
Detailed driving style feedback  $100  
Fog lights   $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
Turn signals on or near mirrors$25$25$25 $25
Visor mirror, driver   $10$10
Visor mirror, passenger   $10$10
Xenon HID headlights    $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
Memory system, driver seat $200   
Metal pedals    $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 
Ultra-sport suspension (upgrade)    $0
Transmission 
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls   $100 
Total Value of Features$6,030$6,920$7,930$5,395$5,995
Value of Feature Adjustments$635$1,525$2,535$0$600
Value of Feature Adjustments-606-1,463-2,4160-564

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Specifications Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Subaru Impreza / WRX

Model Year20162014
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
App support0Yes
Total Requested92569%
Total Not Requested42531%

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
App support0Yes
Total Requested900100%
Total Not Requested00%

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