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Chevrolet Malibu vs. Subaru Legacy 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.

Chevrolet Malibu vs. Subaru Legacy Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $30,470

Chevrolet Malibu LTZ   
Difference: $2,440

Lowest Total Invoice: $28,806

Chevrolet Malibu LTZ   
Difference: $1,968

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20112017
ModelMalibuLegacy
TrimLTZ3.6R Limited
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $27,165 $31,640
Base Invoice $25,806 $29,617
Sunroof 850  
Temporary spare tire 100  
3.6L V6 1,595  
Remote start   450
Sunroof 748  
Temporary spare tire 88  
3.6L V6 1,404  
Remote start   337
Options (change) 2,545 450
Options (change) 2,240 337
Destination 760 820
Total Price $30,470 $32,910
Total Invoice $28,806 $30,774

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Subaru Legacy

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Subaru Legacy 3.6R Limited
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $1,455
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $1,674
Model Year20112017
ModelMalibuLegacy
TrimLTZ3.6R Limited
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine252hp V6256hp H6
TransmissionT6CVT-6
DrivetrainFWDAWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)17/26 MPG20/28 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 8576, 12
Tire (rear if not all the same)225/50-18225/50-18
Total Price$30,470$32,910
Adjustments for Features0-3,895
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$30,470$29,015
Total Invoice$28,806$30,774
Adjustments for Features0-3,642
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$28,806$27,132

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Features Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Subaru Legacy

Model Year20112017
ModelMalibuLegacy
TrimLTZ3.6R Limited
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1100 
6-speed manually-shiftable CVT $1100
FWD$0 
AWD $1700
Accessories 
AC power outlet$100 
PIN Code Access $10
Proximity key $250
Sunshade, rear$125 
Universal garage door opener $100
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Blind spot warning system $200
Cross-traffic warning, rear $100
Rearview camera $200
Rollover sensor $50
Seat cushion airbag, driver $75
Seat cushion airbag, passenger $75
Torque vectoring, brake-based $100
Vehicle health reports $0
Cargo Management 
Cargo mat$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 
Active grille shutters $0
Body kit $0
Laminated front side windows$200 
Infotainment 
App support $0
Bluetooth audio streaming $25
HD radio $50
Siri Eyes Free support $0
SMS text-to-speech reader $25
Telematics service, such as OnStar $200
Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation$225 
Voice control for audio system $25
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Trip computer $150
Turn signals on or near mirrors $25
Xenon HID headlights $500
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row $50
Heated second row seats $200
Memory system, driver seat $200
Power height adjuster, passenger seat$100 
Power recliner, passenger seat $100
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat$100 
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Performance steering system (optional)$0 
Transmission 
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls $100
Total Value of Features$1,990$5,885
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$3,895
Value of Feature Adjustments0-3,642

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Specifications Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Subaru Legacy

Model Year20112017
ModelMalibuLegacy
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase112.3 in108.3 in
Length191.8 in188.8 in
Width70.3 in72.4 in
Height57.1 in59.0 in
Curb Weight3,645 lb.3,662 lb.
Fuel Capacity16.0 gal.18.5 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.4 in40.0 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room55.9 in58.1 in
Row 1 Hip Room53.0 in55.5 in
Row 1 Legroom42.2 in42.9 in
Row 2 Headroom37.2 in37.0 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room53.9 in57.3 in
Row 2 Hip Room52.1 in55.0 in
Row 2 Legroom37.6 in38.1 in
Cargo Volume15.1 ft315.0 ft3

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