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Chevrolet Malibu vs. Subaru Tribeca Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Chevrolet Malibu vs. Subaru Tribeca Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $26,310

Chevrolet Malibu Maxx SS   
Difference: $10,611

Lowest Total Invoice: $24,643

Chevrolet Malibu Maxx SS   
Difference: $9,738

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20062008
ModelMalibuTribeca
TrimMaxx SSLimited
Body4dr Hatch4dr SUV
Base Price $23,265 $32,595
Base Invoice $21,986 $30,702
Satellite radio 325 445
Sunroof 800  
CD changer, in-dash 300  
Entertainment system, console-mounted 995  
Cargo net   47
Remote start   389
Entertainment system, ceiling-mounted   1,800
Third-row seat   1,000
Satellite radio 293 334
Sunroof 664  
CD changer, in-dash 249  
Entertainment system, console-mounted 826  
Cargo net   30
Remote start   253
Entertainment system, ceiling-mounted   1,661
Third-row seat   756
Options (change) 2,420 3,681
Options (change) 2,032 3,034
Destination 625 645
Total Price $26,310 $36,921
Total Invoice $24,643 $34,381

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Subaru Tribeca

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Chevrolet Malibu Maxx SS
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $5,371
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $4,858
Model Year20062008
ModelMalibuTribeca
TrimMaxx SSLimited
Body4dr Hatch4dr SUV
Engine240hp V6256hp H6
TransmissionT4T5
DrivetrainFWDAWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)19/26 MPG16/21 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 6160, 9
Tire (rear if not all the same)225/50-18255/55-18
Total Price$26,310$36,921
Adjustments for Features0-5,240
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$26,310$31,681
Total Invoice$24,643$34,381
Adjustments for Features0-4,880
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$24,643$29,501

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Features Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Subaru Tribeca

Model Year20062008
ModelMalibuTribeca
TrimMaxx SSLimited
Body4dr Hatch4dr SUV
Transmission and Drivetrain 
4-speed manually-shiftable automatic$900 
5-speed manually-shiftable automatic $1000
FWD$0 
AWD $1700
Accessories 
Power-adjustable pedals$125 
Tilt steering wheel, manual $150
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual$250 
Universal garage door opener $100
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats $0
Brake assist $50
Rollover sensor $50
Stability control $400
Tire-pressure monitor $75
Cargo Management 
Cargo shelf, height-adjustable$100 
Overhead sunglass holder $25
Roof rails $250
Climate Control 
Dual-zone climate control $125
Interior air filter $0
Rear air vents with manual controls $150
Rear HVAC unit $400
Wiper de-icer $25
Exterior 
Body kit$0 
Bodyside cladding (gray/black) $250
Bodyside moldings$75 
Deep-tinted rear windows $275
Glass roof panel(s)$300 
Wheel-lip moldings $75
Infotainment 
Aux input $50
Entertainment system, ceiling-mounted $1000
Entertainment system, console-mounted$1000 
MP3-compatible player $50
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Automatic headlights$125 
Automatic-off headlights $25
Heated mirrors $25
Illuminated visor mirror, passenger $50
Turn signals on or near mirrors $25
Visor mirror, passenger$10 
Seats and Interior Trim 
Folding third row seats $600
Heated front seats $200
Leather seating surfaces $900
Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat $50
Memory system, driver seat $200
Partial leather seating sufaces$450 
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat $100
Power recliner, driver seat $100
Power recliner, passenger seat $100
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Alloy wheels $350
Performance steering system (optional)$0 
Polished alloy wheels$350 
Sport suspension (upgrade)$0 
Total Value of Features$3,685$8,925
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$5,240
Value of Feature Adjustments0-4,880

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

Specifications Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Subaru Tribeca

Model Year20062008
ModelMalibuTribeca
Body4dr Hatch4dr SUV
Wheelbase112.3 in108.2 in
Length187.8 in191.5 in
Width69.8 in73.9 in
Height58.1 in66.4 in
Curb Weight3,476 lb.4,140 lb.
Fuel Capacity16.3 gal.16.9 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.4 in38.9 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room56.7 in58.1 in
Row 1 Hip Room53.5 in54.0 in
Row 1 Legroom41.9 in42.3 in
Row 2 Headroom39.4 in38.2 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room55.5 in57.5 in
Row 2 Hip Room52.4 in54.6 in
Row 2 Legroom41.0 in34.3 in
Row 3 Headroom0.0 in36.2 in
Row 3 Shoulder Room0.0 in51.3 in
Row 3 Hip Room0.0 in43.3 in
Row 3 Legroom0.0 in30.9 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum		22.8 ft38.3 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Behind R2		22.837.6 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum		41.0 ft374.4 ft3

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

Option Package Details
Subaru Tribeca Limited

Third-row seat
FeatureValueRequested?
Rear HVAC unit400No
Third-row 2-section 2-person split bench100No
Folding third row seats600No
Rear air vents with manual controls150No
Total Requested00%
Total Not Requested1250100%

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