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Chevrolet Malibu vs. Subaru WRX Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Chevrolet Malibu vs. Subaru WRX Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $28,545

Chevrolet Malibu LTZ   
Difference: $3,019

Lowest Total Invoice: $26,919

Chevrolet Malibu LTZ   
Difference: $2,658

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year200820152015
ModelMalibuWRXWRX
TrimLTZLimitedSTI Limited
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $27,095 $29,995 $38,495
Base Invoice $25,605 $28,232 $36,355
Sunroof 800    
Auto-dimming rearview mirror   165 165
Cargo net   55 55
Universal garage door opener   85 85
Remote start   469  
Sunroof 664    
Auto-dimming rearview mirror   107 107
Cargo net   36 36
Universal garage door opener   56 56
Remote start   351  
Options (change) 800 774 305
Options (change) 664 550 199
Destination 650 795 795
Total Price $28,545 $31,564 $39,595
Total Invoice $26,919 $29,577 $37,349

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Subaru WRX

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Chevrolet Malibu LTZ
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $1,334
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $1,079
Model Year200820152015
ModelMalibuWRXWRX
TrimLTZLimitedSTI Limited
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine252hp V6268hp H4305hp H4
TransmissionT6M6M6
DrivetrainFWDAWDAWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)210, 8?, 6440, 9
Tire (rear if not all the same)225/50-18235/45-17245/40-18
Total Price$28,545$31,564$39,595
Adjustments for Features0-1,685-3,160
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$28,545$29,879$36,435
Cost Above Minimum$0$0$6,556
Total Invoice$26,919$29,577$37,349
Adjustments for Features0-1,579-2,981
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$26,919$27,998$34,368
Cost Above Minimum$0$0$6,370

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Features Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Subaru WRX

Model Year200820152015
ModelMalibuWRXWRX
TrimLTZLimitedSTI Limited
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1100  
6-speed manual $150$150
FWD$0  
AWD $1700$1700
Accessories 
Remote start$150$150 
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats $0$0
Knee airbag, driver $75$75
Rearview camera $200$200
Rollover sensor $50$50
Torque vectoring, brake-based $100$100
Cargo Management 
Cargo mat$40  
Climate Control 
Dual-zone climate control  $125
Interior air filter $0$0
Wiper de-icer $25$25
Drivetrain 
Adjustable center differential  $275
Limited-slip front differential  $500
Limited-slip rear differential  $300
Exterior 
Body kit $0$0
Front splitter spoiler $200$200
Hood scoop $100$100
Rear spoiler $200 
Tall rear wing-type spoiler  $500
Infotainment 
App support $0$0
Bluetooth audio streaming $25$25
Bluetooth cell phone link $100$100
CD changer, in-dash$325  
CD player $125$125
HD radio $50$50
Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation$225  
USB port $25$25
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror$75  
Boost gauge $75$75
Interior ambient lighting$150  
LED headlights, single projector or low beam only $750$750
Trip computer $150$150
Turn signals on or near mirrors$25 $25
Seats and Interior Trim 
Door sill trim plates$100 $100
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat$50  
Metal pedals $75$75
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat$100  
Power height adjuster, passenger seat$100  
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat$100  
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Performance steering system (optional)$0 $0
Sport suspension (upgrade)  $0
Transmission 
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls$100  
Total Value of Features$2,640$4,325$5,800
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$1,685$3,160
Value of Feature Adjustments0-1,579-2,981

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

Specifications Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Subaru WRX

Model Year20082015
ModelMalibuWRX
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase112.3 in104.3 in
Length191.8 in180.9 in
Width70.3 in70.7 in
Height57.1 in58.1 in
Curb Weight3,451 lb.3,268 lb.
Fuel Capacity16.0 gal.15.9 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.4 in39.8 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room55.9 in55.6 in
Row 1 Hip Room53.0 in52.2 in
Row 1 Legroom42.2 in43.3 in
Row 2 Headroom37.2 in37.1 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room53.9 in54.2 in
Row 2 Hip Room52.1 in53.1 in
Row 2 Legroom37.6 in35.4 in
Cargo Volume15.1 ft312.0 ft3

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

Option Package Details
Subaru WRX Limited

Auto-dimming rearview mirror
FeatureValueRequested?
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Compass0Yes
Total Requested150100%
Total Not Requested00%

Option Package Details
Subaru WRX STI Limited

Auto-dimming rearview mirror
FeatureValueRequested?
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Compass0Yes
Total Requested150100%
Total Not Requested00%

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