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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: $29,360

Chevrolet Malibu LTZ   
Difference: $2,694

Lowest Total Invoice: $27,787

Chevrolet Malibu LTZ   
Difference: $2,216

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year201220162016
ModelMalibuWRXWRX
TrimLTZLimitedSTI Limited
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $28,600 $30,395 $39,995
Base Invoice $27,027 $28,601 $37,750
Auto-dimming rearview mirror   165 165
Bodyside moldings   230 230
Remote start   469  
Auto-dimming rearview mirror   107 107
Bodyside moldings   149 149
Remote start   351  
Options (change) 0 864 395
Options (change) 0 607 256
Destination 760 795 795
Total Price $29,360 $32,054 $41,185
Total Invoice $27,787 $30,003 $38,801

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Subaru WRX

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Chevrolet Malibu LTZ
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $1,084
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $709
Model Year201220162016
ModelMalibuWRXWRX
TrimLTZLimitedSTI Limited
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine169hp I4268hp H4305hp H4
TransmissionT6M6M6
DrivetrainFWDAWDAWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 8?, 6440, 9
Tire (rear if not all the same)225/50-18245/40-18245/40-18
Total Price$29,360$32,054$41,185
Adjustments for Features0-1,610-4,095
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$29,360$30,444$37,090
Cost Above Minimum$0$0$6,646
Total Invoice$27,787$30,003$38,801
Adjustments for Features0-1,507-3,858
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$27,787$28,496$34,943
Cost Above Minimum$0$0$6,447

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Features Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Subaru WRX

Model Year201220162016
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 
AC power outlet$100  
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
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
HD radio $50$50
Navigation map updates, three years  $0
Navigation system  $600
SMS text-to-speech reader  $25
Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation$225  
Traffic information  $25
Voice control for nav and audio  $100
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
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
Seats and Interior Trim 
Door sill trim plates$100 $100
Metal pedals $75$75
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat$100  
Power height adjuster, passenger seat$100  
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat$100  
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat$100  
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Performance steering system (optional)  $0
Sport suspension (upgrade) $0 
Ultra-sport suspension (upgrade)  $0
Total Value of Features$2,465$4,075$6,560
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$1,610$4,095
Value of Feature Adjustments0-1,507-3,858

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Specifications Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Subaru WRX

Model Year20122016
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 Weight3,416 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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