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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: $30,623

Subaru Legacy 2.5GT Limited   
Difference: $337

Lowest Total Invoice: $28,571

Subaru Legacy 2.5GT Limited   
Difference: $728

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20122008
ModelMalibuLegacy
TrimLTZ2.5GT Limited
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $28,600 $28,295
Base Invoice $27,027 $26,438
3.6L V6 1,600  
Stability control   300
Auto-dimming rearview mirror   183
5-speed shiftable automatic   1,200
3.6L V6 1,512  
Stability control   275
Auto-dimming rearview mirror   119
5-speed shiftable automatic   1,094
Options (change) 1,600 1,683
Options (change) 1,512 1,488
Destination 760 645
Total Price $30,960 $30,623
Total Invoice $29,299 $28,571

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Subaru Legacy

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Subaru Legacy 2.5GT Limited
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $2,122
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $2,393
Model Year20122008
ModelMalibuLegacy
TrimLTZ2.5GT Limited
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine252hp V6243hp H4
TransmissionT6T5
DrivetrainFWDAWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)17/26 MPG18/24 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 8100, 6
Tire (rear if not all the same)225/50-18215/45-17
Total Price$30,960$30,623
Adjustments for Features0-1,785
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$30,960$28,838
Total Invoice$29,299$28,571
Adjustments for Features0-1,665
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$29,299$26,906

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Features Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Subaru Legacy

Model Year20122008
ModelMalibuLegacy
TrimLTZ2.5GT Limited
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1100 
5-speed manually-shiftable automatic $1000
FWD$0 
AWD $1700
Accessories 
AC power outlet$100 
Remote start$150 
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats $0
Brake assist$50 
Cargo Management 
Cargo mat$40 
Rear seat pass-through $100
Climate Control 
Dual-zone climate control $125
Interior air filter $0
Wiper de-icer $25
Drivetrain 
Limited-slip rear differential $300
Exterior 
Body kit $0
Hood scoop $100
Laminated front side windows$200 
Infotainment 
Bluetooth cell phone link$100 
CD changer, in-dash $325
CD player$125 
Satellite radio$200 
Surround sound $250
Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation$225 
USB port$25 
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Automatic headlights$125 
Automatic-off headlights $25
Interior ambient lighting$150 
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
Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger 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 
Electronic systems calibration selector $200
Performance steering system (optional)$0 
Transmission 
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls $100
Total Value of Features$2,890$4,675
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$1,785
Value of Feature Adjustments0-1,665

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See a complete comparison of Chevrolet Malibu vs. Subaru Legacy features.

Specifications Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Subaru Legacy

Model Year20122008
ModelMalibuLegacy
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase112.3 in105.1 in
Length191.8 in186.2 in
Width70.3 in68.1 in
Height57.1 in56.1 in
Curb Weight3,645 lb.3,435 lb.
Fuel Capacity16.0 gal.16.9 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.4 in39.5 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room55.9 in54.4 in
Row 1 Hip Room53.0 in51.0 in
Row 1 Legroom42.2 in44.1 in
Row 2 Headroom37.2 in36.5 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room53.9 in53.7 in
Row 2 Hip Room52.1 in52.6 in
Row 2 Legroom37.6 in33.9 in
Cargo Volume15.1 ft311.4 ft3

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See a complete comparison of Chevrolet Malibu vs. Subaru Legacy specs.

Option Package Details
Subaru Legacy 2.5GT Limited

Stability control
FeatureValueRequested?
Stability control400Yes
Traction control100Yes
Total Requested500100%
Total Not Requested00%
Auto-dimming rearview mirror
FeatureValueRequested?
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Compass0Yes
Total Requested150100%
Total Not Requested00%
5-speed manually-shiftable automatic
FeatureValueRequested?
5-speed manually-shiftable automatic0Yes
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls100No
Total Requested00%
Total Not Requested100100%

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