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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: $4,044

Lowest Total Invoice: $26,919

Chevrolet Malibu LTZ   
Difference: $3,605

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year200820172017
ModelMalibuWRXWRX
TrimLTZLimitedSTI Limited
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $27,095 $30,995 $39,995
Base Invoice $25,605 $29,154 $37,750
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 650 820 820
Total Price $28,545 $32,589 $41,120
Total Invoice $26,919 $30,524 $38,769

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Subaru WRX

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Chevrolet Malibu LTZ
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $2,509
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $2,167
Model Year200820172017
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)225/50-18245/40-18245/40-18
Total Price$28,545$32,589$41,120
Adjustments for Features0-1,535-3,945
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$28,545$31,054$37,175
Cost Above Minimum$0$0$6,121
Total Invoice$26,919$30,524$38,769
Adjustments for Features0-1,438-3,719
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$26,919$29,086$35,050
Cost Above Minimum$0$0$5,964

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Features Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Subaru WRX

Model Year200820172017
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 
PIN Code Access  $10
Proximity key  $250
Remote start$150$150 
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats $0$0
Blind spot warning system  $200
Cross-traffic warning, rear  $100
Knee airbag, driver $75$75
Rearview camera $200$200
Rollover sensor $50$50
Torque vectoring, brake-based $100$100
Vehicle health reports $0$0
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
Laminated front side windows$200  
Rear spoiler $200$200
Infotainment 
App support $0$0
Bluetooth audio streaming $25$25
Bluetooth cell phone link $100$100
CD changer, in-dash$325  
MP3-compatible player$50  
Navigation map updates, three years  $0
Navigation system  $600
Siri Eyes Free support $0$0
SMS text-to-speech reader $25$25
Telematics service, such as OnStar $200$200
Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation$225  
Traffic + travel information $25$25
USB port $25$25
Voice control for audio system $25 
Voice control for nav and audio  $100
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 
Ultra-sport suspension (upgrade)  $0
Transmission 
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls$100  
Total Value of Features$2,890$4,425$6,835
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$1,535$3,945
Value of Feature Adjustments0-1,438-3,719

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Specifications Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Subaru WRX

Model Year20082017
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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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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