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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: $30,470

Chevrolet Malibu LTZ   
Difference: $3,445

Lowest Total Invoice: $28,806

Chevrolet Malibu LTZ   
Difference: $2,839

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20112012
ModelMalibuOutback
TrimLTZ3.6R
Body4dr Sedan4dr Wagon
Base Price $27,165 $28,295
Base Invoice $25,806 $26,460
Temporary spare tire 100  
Sunroof 850 1,445
3.6L V6 1,595  
Limited Package   3,400
Temporary spare tire 88  
Sunroof 748 1,203
3.6L V6 1,404  
Limited Package   3,207
Options (change) 2,545 4,845
Options (change) 2,240 4,410
Destination 760 775
Total Price $30,470 $33,915
Total Invoice $28,806 $31,645

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Subaru Outback

Lowest Adjusted Price: Chevrolet Malibu LTZ
Lowest Adjusted Invoice: Subaru Outback 3.6R
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $395
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $7
Model Year20112012
ModelMalibuOutback
TrimLTZ3.6R
Body4dr Sedan4dr Wagon
Engine252hp V6256hp H6
TransmissionT6T5
DrivetrainFWDAWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)17/26 MPG18/25 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 8440, 9
Tire (rear if not all the same)225/50-18225/60-17
Total Price$30,470$33,915
Adjustments for Features0-3,050
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$30,470$30,865
Total Invoice$28,806$31,645
Adjustments for Features0-2,846
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$28,806$28,799

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Features Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Subaru Outback

Model Year20112012
ModelMalibuOutback
TrimLTZ3.6R
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 
Universal garage door opener $100
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats $0
Rearview camera $200
Rollover sensor $50
Cargo Management 
Cargo cover $75
Cargo mat$40 
Cargo tray $40
Overhead sunglass holder $25
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
Exterior 
Bodyside cladding (gray/black) $250
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)$25 
Deep-tinted rear windows $275
Laminated front side windows$200 
Rear spoiler $200
Infotainment 
Bluetooth audio streaming $25
HD radio $50
Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation$225 
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Trip computer $150
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row $50
Manual recliner, second row seats $75
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 
Raised heavy-duty suspension $0
Transmission 
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls $100
Total Value of Features$2,165$5,215
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$3,050
Value of Feature Adjustments0-2,846

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

Specifications Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Subaru Outback

Model Year20112012
ModelMalibuOutback
Body4dr Sedan4dr Wagon
Wheelbase112.3 in107.9 in
Length191.8 in188.2 in
Width70.3 in71.7 in
Height57.1 in65.7 in
Curb Weight3,645 lb.3,597 lb.
Fuel Capacity16.0 gal.18.5 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.4 in40.8 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 in39.3 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 Volume,
Minimum		15.1 ft334.3 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum		15.171.3 ft3

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

Option Package Details
Subaru Outback 3.6R

Sunroof
FeatureValueRequested?
Sunroof900Yes
Universal garage door opener100No
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Rearview camera200No
Compass0Yes
Total Requested105078%
Total Not Requested30022%
Limited Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Automatic climate control, front200Yes
Power recliner, passenger seat100No
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Satellite radio200Yes
Dual-zone climate control125No
HD radio50No
Door sill trim plates100Yes
Harman/Kardon, 440W, 9 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Bluetooth cell phone link100Yes
USB port25Yes
Bluetooth audio streaming25No
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power height adjuster, driver seat50Yes
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power recliner, driver seat100Yes
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat50Yes
Leather-wrapped steering wheel150Yes
Heated mirrors25Yes
Heated front seats200Yes
Wiper de-icer25No
225/60R17 tires400No
Total Requested240069%
Total Not Requested107531%

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