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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: $30,235

Chevrolet Malibu LT   
Difference: $3,829

Lowest Total Invoice: $28,847

Chevrolet Malibu LT   
Difference: $2,948

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20182018201820152015
ModelMalibuMalibuMalibuWRXWRX
TrimLTPremierHybridLimitedSTI Limited
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $25,125 $30,975 $27,875 $29,995 $38,495
Base Invoice $24,120 $29,736 $26,760 $28,232 $36,355
Convenience and Technology Package 895   895    
Sun and Wheels Package 1,300 2,270      
Leather Package 1,395   1,395    
Navigation system 495   495    
Cargo net 65 65 65 55 55
Door sill trim plates 85   85    
Driver Confidence Package     1,195    
Panoramic sunroof     1,150    
Auto-dimming rearview mirror       165 165
Navigation Package       2,500 1,500
Universal garage door opener       85 85
Remote start       469  
Convenience and Technology Package 814   814    
Sun and Wheels Package 1,183 2,066      
Leather Package 1,269   1,269    
Navigation system 450   450    
Cargo net 59 59 59 36 36
Door sill trim plates 77   77    
Driver Confidence Package     1,087    
Panoramic sunroof     1,047    
Auto-dimming rearview mirror       107 107
Navigation Package       2,218 1,331
Universal garage door opener       56 56
Remote start       351  
Options (change) 4,235 2,335 5,280 3,274 1,805
Options (change) 3,852 2,125 4,803 2,768 1,530
Destination 875 875 875 795 795
Total Price $30,235 $34,185 $34,030 $34,064 $41,095
Total Invoice $28,847 $32,736 $32,438 $31,795 $38,680

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Subaru WRX

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Chevrolet Malibu LT
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $3,384
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $2,533
Model Year20182018201820152015
ModelMalibuMalibuMalibuWRXWRX
TrimLTPremierHybridLimitedSTI Limited
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine163hp I4250hp I4122hp I4 H268hp H4305hp H4
TransmissionT6T9CVTM6M6
DrivetrainFWDFWDFWDAWDAWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 9?, 9?, 9440, 9440, 9
Tire (rear if not all the same)245/45-18245/40-19225/55-17235/45-17245/40-18
Total Price$30,235$34,185$34,030$34,064$41,095
Adjustments for Features0-990-1,900-445-1,920
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$30,235$33,195$32,130$33,619$39,175
Cost Above Minimum$0$2,960$1,895$0$5,556
Total Invoice$28,847$32,736$32,438$31,795$38,680
Adjustments for Features0-948-1,811-415-1,807
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$28,847$31,788$30,627$31,380$36,873
Cost Above Minimum$0$2,941$1,780$0$5,493

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Features Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Subaru WRX

Model Year20182018201820152015
ModelMalibuMalibuMalibuWRXWRX
TrimLTPremierHybridLimitedSTI Limited
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1100    
9-speed manually-shiftable automatic $1400   
CVT  $1000  
6-speed manual   $150$150
FWD$0$0$0  
AWD   $1700$1700
Accessories 
AC power outlet$100$100$100  
Heated steering wheel $100   
Remote app$25$25$25  
Remote start$150$150$150$150 
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats   $0$0
Automatic braking, low-speed  $200  
Blind spot warning system  $200  
Cross-traffic warning, rear  $100  
Following distance indicator  $25  
Forward collision warning  $200  
Knee airbag, passenger$75$75$75  
Lane departure prevention, steering-based  $200  
Lane departure warning  $200  
Obstacle detection, front  $150  
Obstacle detection, rear  $250  
Pedestrian detection  $50  
Rear side airbags$300$300$300  
Safety key$5$5$5  
Temporary spare tire$150  $150$150
Torque vectoring, brake-based   $100$100
Vehicle health reports$0$0$0  
Cargo Management 
Cargo mat $40   
Climate Control 
Automatic climate control, front $200$200$200$200
Dual-zone climate control $125$125 $125
Rear air vents$100$100$100  
Wiper de-icer   $25$25
Drivetrain 
Adjustable center differential    $275
Limited-slip front differential    $500
Limited-slip rear differential    $300
Engine / Motor 
Automatic start / stop$150 $150  
Exterior 
Active grille shutters$0 $0  
Body kit   $0$0
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) $25 $25$25
Front splitter spoiler   $200$200
Hood scoop   $100$100
Panoramic sunroof$1200$1200$1200  
Rear spoiler   $200 
Sunroof   $900$900
Tall rear wing-type spoiler    $500
Infotainment 
4G LTE connectivity$0$0$0  
Android Auto support$100$100$100  
Apple CarPlay support$100$100$100  
CD player   $125$125
HD radio   $50$50
MP3-compatible player   $50$50
Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation$225$225$225  
Traffic information   $25$25
Voice control for external devices$0$0$0  
Wi-Fi hotspot$50$50$50  
Wireless charging station$75$75$75  
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Auto-dimming headlights  $200  
Boost gauge   $75$75
Detailed driving style feedback  $100  
Fog lights   $125$125
Interior ambient lighting$150$150$150  
Large energy flow and fuel economy display  $25  
LED headlights, single projector or low beam only   $750$750
Tachometer$75$75 $75$75
Turn signals on or near mirrors$25$25$25 $25
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row$50$50$50  
Cooled or ventilated front seats $300   
Door sill trim plates$100$100$100 $100
Memory system, driver seat $200   
Metal pedals   $75$75
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat$100$100$100  
Power height adjuster, passenger seat$100$100$100  
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat$100$100$100  
Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat$100$100$100  
Power recliner, passenger seat$100$100$100  
Upgraded floor mats $0   
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Performance steering system (optional)    $0
Sport suspension (upgrade)    $0
Total Value of Features$4,805$5,795$6,705$5,250$6,725
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$990$1,900$445$1,920
Value of Feature Adjustments0-948-1,811-415-1,807

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Specifications Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Subaru WRX

Model Year20182015
ModelMalibuWRX
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase111.4 in104.3 in
Length193.8 in180.9 in
Width73.0 in70.7 in
Height57.7 in58.1 in
Curb Weight3,087 lb.3,268 lb.
Fuel Capacity15.8 gal.15.9 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.1 in39.8 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room58.5 in55.6 in
Row 1 Hip Room54.1 in52.2 in
Row 1 Legroom42.0 in43.3 in
Row 2 Headroom37.5 in37.1 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room57.1 in54.2 in
Row 2 Hip Room53.4 in53.1 in
Row 2 Legroom38.1 in35.4 in
Cargo Volume15.8 ft312.0 ft3

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Option Package Details
Chevrolet Malibu LT

Convenience and Technology Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Leather-wrapped steering wheel150Yes
AC power outlet100No
Remote start150Yes
Wireless charging station75No
Total Requested45072%
Total Not Requested17528%
Sun and Wheels Package
FeatureValueRequested?
245/45R18 tires400No
Universal garage door opener100Yes
Panoramic sunroof1200No
Total Requested1006%
Total Not Requested160094%
Leather Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Heated front seats200Yes
Power recliner, passenger seat100No
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat100No
Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat100No
Power height adjuster, passenger seat50No
Bose, 9 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Total Requested110061%
Total Not Requested70039%

Option Package Details
Chevrolet Malibu Premier

Sun and Wheels Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Universal garage door opener100Yes
Panoramic sunroof1200No
245/40R19 tires400No
Upgraded floor mats0No
Total Requested1006%
Total Not Requested160094%

Option Package Details
Chevrolet Malibu Hybrid

Convenience and Technology Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Leather-wrapped steering wheel150Yes
AC power outlet100No
Remote start150Yes
Wireless charging station75No
Total Requested45072%
Total Not Requested17528%
Driver Confidence Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Obstacle detection, front150No
Obstacle detection, rear250No
Auto-dimming headlights200No
Lane departure warning200No
Blind spot warning system200No
Cross-traffic warning, rear100No
Automatic braking, low-speed200No
Forward collision warning200No
Lane departure prevention, steering-based200No
Pedestrian detection50No
Following distance indicator25No
Total Requested00%
Total Not Requested1775100%
Leather Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Heated front seats200Yes
Power recliner, passenger seat100No
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat100No
Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat100No
Power height adjuster, passenger seat50No
Bose, 9 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Total Requested110061%
Total Not Requested70039%

Option Package Details
Subaru WRX Limited

Auto-dimming rearview mirror
FeatureValueRequested?
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Compass0Yes
Total Requested150100%
Total Not Requested00%
Navigation Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Proximity key250Yes
Navigation system600Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Traffic information25No
SMS text-to-speech reader25Yes
Harman/Kardon, 440W, 9 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Total Requested97572%
Total Not Requested37528%

Option Package Details
Subaru WRX STI Limited

Auto-dimming rearview mirror
FeatureValueRequested?
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Compass0Yes
Total Requested150100%
Total Not Requested00%
Navigation Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Proximity key250Yes
Navigation system600Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Traffic information25No
SMS text-to-speech reader25Yes
Total Requested97598%
Total Not Requested252%

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