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Chevrolet Malibu vs. Subaru Outback Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Chevrolet Malibu vs. Subaru Outback Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $28,545

Chevrolet Malibu LTZ   
Difference: $4,597

Lowest Total Invoice: $26,919

Chevrolet Malibu LTZ   
Difference: $3,812

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20082008
ModelMalibuOutback
TrimLTZ2.5 XT Limited
Body4dr Sedan4dr Wagon
Base Price $27,095 $30,995
Base Invoice $25,605 $28,795
Sunroof 800  
Auto-dimming rearview mirror   183
5-speed shiftable automatic   1,200
Cargo net   42
Universal garage door opener   77
Sunroof 664  
Auto-dimming rearview mirror   119
5-speed shiftable automatic   1,094
Cargo net   28
Universal garage door opener   50
Options (change) 800 1,502
Options (change) 664 1,291
Destination 650 645
Total Price $28,545 $33,142
Total Invoice $26,919 $30,731

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Subaru Outback

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Chevrolet Malibu LTZ
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $1,647
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $1,077
Model Year20082008
ModelMalibuOutback
TrimLTZ2.5 XT Limited
Body4dr Sedan4dr Wagon
Engine252hp V6243hp H4
TransmissionT6T5
DrivetrainFWDAWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)17/26 MPG18/24 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)210, 8100, 6
Tire (rear if not all the same)225/50-18225/55-17
Total Price$28,545$33,142
Adjustments for Features0-2,950
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$28,545$30,192
Total Invoice$26,919$30,731
Adjustments for Features0-2,735
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$26,919$27,996

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Features Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Subaru Outback

Model Year20082008
ModelMalibuOutback
TrimLTZ2.5 XT Limited
Body4dr Sedan4dr Wagon
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
Brake assist$50 
Cargo Management 
Cargo cover $75
Cargo mat$40 
Cargo tray $40
Roof rack $300
Trailering equipment (4 wire) $125
Climate Control 
Dual-zone climate control $125
Interior air filter $0
Rear wiper $175
Wiper de-icer $25
Drivetrain 
Limited-slip rear differential $300
Exterior 
Bodyside cladding $350
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)$25 
Hood scoop $100
Laminated front side windows$200 
Rear spoiler $200
Sunroof$900 
Sunroof, large $1100
Wheel-lip moldings $75
Infotainment 
Audio controls on steering wheel$125 
Satellite radio$200 
Surround sound $250
Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation$225 
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror$75 
Automatic headlights$125 
Automatic-off headlights $25
Interior ambient lighting$150 
Trip computer $150
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row $50
Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat $50
Power height adjuster, passenger 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 
Raised heavy-duty suspension $0
Total Value of Features$3,565$6,515
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$2,950
Value of Feature Adjustments0-2,735

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

Specifications Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Subaru Outback

Model Year20082008
ModelMalibuOutback
Body4dr Sedan4dr Wagon
Wheelbase112.3 in105.1 in
Length191.8 in188.7 in
Width70.3 in69.7 in
Height57.1 in63.2 in
Curb Weight3,680 lb.3,605 lb.
Fuel Capacity16.0 gal.16.9 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.4 in40.5 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 in39.1 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 Volume,
Minimum		15.1 ft333.5 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum		15.166.2 ft3

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

Option Package Details
Subaru Outback 2.5 XT Limited

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 controls100Yes
Total Requested100100%
Total Not Requested00%

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