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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: $30,220

Chevrolet Malibu LTZ   
Difference: $3,530

Lowest Total Invoice: $28,567

Chevrolet Malibu LTZ   
Difference: $2,758

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20102009
ModelMalibuOutback
TrimLTZ2.5 XT Limited
Body4dr Sedan4dr Wagon
Base Price $26,955 $31,595
Base Invoice $25,607 $29,367
Temporary spare tire 100  
Sunroof 850  
3.6L V6 1,595  
Auto-dimming rearview mirror   183
5-speed shiftable automatic   1,200
Universal garage door opener   77
Temporary spare tire 88  
Sunroof 748  
3.6L V6 1,404  
Auto-dimming rearview mirror   119
5-speed shiftable automatic   1,094
Universal garage door opener   50
Options (change) 2,545 1,460
Options (change) 2,240 1,263
Destination 720 695
Total Price $30,220 $33,750
Total Invoice $28,567 $31,325

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Subaru Outback

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Chevrolet Malibu LTZ
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $695
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $127
Model Year20102009
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)?, 8440, 9
Tire (rear if not all the same)225/50-18225/55-17
Total Price$30,220$33,750
Adjustments for Features0-2,835
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$30,220$30,915
Total Invoice$28,567$31,325
Adjustments for Features0-2,631
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$28,567$28,694

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Features Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Subaru Outback

Model Year20102009
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 
AC power outlet$100 
Remote start$150 
Sunshade, rear$125 
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 
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 
Deep-tinted rear windows $275
Hood scoop $100
Laminated front side windows$200 
Rear spoiler $200
Sunroof$900 
Sunroof, large $1100
Wheel-lip moldings $75
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 
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror$75 
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 
Raised heavy-duty suspension $0
Total Value of Features$4,015$6,850
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$2,835
Value of Feature Adjustments0-2,631

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Specifications Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Subaru Outback

Model Year20102009
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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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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