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Chevrolet Malibu vs. Subaru Legacy Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Chevrolet Malibu vs. Subaru Legacy Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $27,745

Chevrolet Malibu LTZ   
Difference: $2,191

Lowest Total Invoice: $26,255

Chevrolet Malibu LTZ   
Difference: $1,788

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20082013
ModelMalibuLegacy
TrimLTZ3.6R
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $27,095 $25,395
Base Invoice $25,605 $23,806
Limited Package   3,500
Auto-dimming rearview mirror   186
Universal garage door opener   85
Limited Package   3,291
Auto-dimming rearview mirror   121
Universal garage door opener   55
Options (change) 0 3,771
Options (change) 0 3,467
Destination 650 770
Total Price $27,745 $29,936
Total Invoice $26,255 $28,043

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Subaru Legacy

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Chevrolet Malibu LTZ
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $921
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $598
Model Year20082013
ModelMalibuLegacy
TrimLTZ3.6R
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine252hp V6256hp H6
TransmissionT6T5
DrivetrainFWDAWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)17/26 MPG18/25 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)210, 8440, 9
Tire (rear if not all the same)225/50-18225/50-17
Total Price$27,745$29,936
Adjustments for Features0-1,270
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$27,745$28,666
Total Invoice$26,255$28,043
Adjustments for Features0-1,190
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$26,255$26,853

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Features Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Subaru Legacy

Model Year20082013
ModelMalibuLegacy
TrimLTZ3.6R
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1100 
5-speed manually-shiftable automatic $1000
FWD$0 
AWD $1700
Accessories 
Remote start$150 
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats $0
Cargo Management 
Cargo mat$40 
Cargo net$40 
Overhead sunglass holder $25
Climate Control 
Dual-zone climate control $125
Interior air filter $0
Rear air vents $100
Wiper de-icer $25
Exterior 
Body kit $0
Laminated front side windows$200 
Infotainment 
Bluetooth audio streaming $25
Bluetooth cell phone link $100
CD changer, in-dash$325 
CD player $125
HD radio $50
Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation$225 
USB port $25
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror$75 
Trip computer $150
Turn signals on or near mirrors$25 
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row $50
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat$50 
Power height adjuster, passenger seat$100 
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat $100
Power recliner, passenger seat $100
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat$100 
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Performance steering system (optional)$0 
Total Value of Features$2,430$3,700
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$1,270
Value of Feature Adjustments0-1,190

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Specifications Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Subaru Legacy

Model Year20082013
ModelMalibuLegacy
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase112.3 in108.3 in
Length191.8 in187.2 in
Width70.3 in71.7 in
Height57.1 in59.3 in
Curb Weight3,680 lb.3,496 lb.
Fuel Capacity16.0 gal.18.5 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.4 in40.3 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room55.9 in56.3 in
Row 1 Hip Room53.0 in0.0 in
Row 1 Legroom42.2 in43.0 in
Row 2 Headroom37.2 in37.5 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room53.9 in56.1 in
Row 2 Hip Room52.1 in0.0 in
Row 2 Legroom37.6 in37.8 in
Cargo Volume15.1 ft314.7 ft3

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Option Package Details
Subaru Legacy 3.6R

Auto-dimming rearview mirror
FeatureValueRequested?
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Compass0Yes
Total Requested150100%
Total Not Requested00%
Limited Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power height adjuster, driver seat50Yes
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power recliner, driver seat100Yes
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat50No
Leather-wrapped steering wheel150Yes
Rear air vents100No
HD radio50No
Door sill trim plates100Yes
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Automatic climate control, front200Yes
Power recliner, passenger seat100No
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Fog lights125Yes
Satellite radio200Yes
Dual-zone climate control125No
Upgraded instruments0No
Harman/Kardon, 440W, 9 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Heated mirrors25Yes
Heated front seats200Yes
Wiper de-icer25No
Total Requested235075%
Total Not Requested80025%

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