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Chevrolet Malibu vs. Tesla Model 3 Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Chevrolet Malibu vs. Tesla Model 3 Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $34,810

Chevrolet Malibu LTZ   
Difference: $8,890

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20142018
ModelMalibuModel 3
TrimLTZBase
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $27,790 $49,000
Premium Package 1,000  
Advanced Safety Package 890  
Electronics and Entertainment Package 1,350  
Navigation system 795  
2.0L I4 2,160  
Metallic paint (extra cost)   1,000
Premium Package 880  
Advanced Safety Package 783  
Electronics and Entertainment Package 1,188  
Navigation system 700  
2.0L I4 2,041  
Metallic paint (extra cost)   0
Options (change) 6,195 1,000
Options (change) 5,592 0
Destination 825 1,200
Gas Tax 0 -7,500
Total Price $34,810 $43,700

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Tesla Model 3

Lowest Adjusted Price: Chevrolet Malibu LTZ
Lowest Adjusted Invoice: Tesla Model 3
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $8,955
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $38,918
Model Year20142018
ModelMalibuModel 3
TrimLTZBase
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine259hp I4258hp E
TransmissionT6A1
DrivetrainFWDRWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)21/30 MPG136/123 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 9?, ?
Tire (rear if not all the same)245/40-19235/45-18
Total Price$34,810$43,700
Adjustments for Features-650
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$34,745$43,700

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Features Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Tesla Model 3

Model Year20142018
ModelMalibuModel 3
TrimLTZBase
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1100 
1-speed automatic $800
FWD$0 
RWD $0
Accessories 
AC power outlet$100 
Remote app $25
Remote keyless entry$225 
Remote start$150 
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual$250 
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power $350
Universal garage door opener$100 
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Automatic braking, high-speed or partial $200
Blind spot warning system$200 
Cross-traffic warning, rear$100 
Obstacle detection, front $150
Obstacle detection, rear $250
Rear side airbags$300 
Temporary spare tire$150 
Cargo Management 
Cargo net$40 
Console with shifter$150 
Console without shifter $150
Overhead sunglass holder$25 
Climate Control 
Interior air filter$0 
Rain-sensing wipers $175
Rear air vents $100
Variable intermittent wipers$75 
Engine / Motor 
10 kW onboard charger $750
75 kWh battery pack $0
DC quick-charging capability $750
Exterior 
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)$25 
Glass roof panel(s) $300
Laminated front side windows$200 
Sunroof$900 
Infotainment 
4G LTE connectivity $0
Aux input$50 
CD player$125 
In-vehicle Internet $150
MP3-compatible player$50 
Range alert $0
Satellite radio$200 
Siri Eyes Free support$0 
SMS text-to-speech reader$25 
Surround sound $250
Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation$225 
Voice control for external devices$0 
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror $75
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror $75
Compass$0 
Digital instruments $0
Interior ambient lighting$150 
LED headlights $1000
Mirror tilt-down in reverse$25 
Power-folding mirrors $50
Tachometer$75 
Xenon HID headlights$500 
Seats and Interior Trim 
Leather seating surfaces$900 
Synthetic leather seating surfaces $0
Synthetic suede door panel trim $250
Wood trim $300
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Electronic systems calibration selector $200
Total Value of Features$6,415$6,350
Value of Feature Adjustments$65$0
Value of Feature Adjustments-610

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Specifications Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Tesla Model 3

Model Year20142018
ModelMalibuModel 3
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase107.8 in113.2 in
Length191.5 in184.8 in
Width73.0 in72.8 in
Height57.6 in56.8 in
Curb Weight3,635 lb.3,814 lb.
Fuel Capacity18.5 gal.0.0 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.0 in39.6 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room57.5 in56.3 in
Row 1 Hip Room55.0 in0.0 in
Row 1 Legroom42.1 in42.7 in
Row 2 Headroom37.5 in37.7 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room57.1 in54.0 in
Row 2 Hip Room54.3 in0.0 in
Row 2 Legroom36.8 in35.2 in
Cargo Volume16.3 ft315.0 ft3

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See a complete comparison of Chevrolet Malibu vs. Tesla Model 3 specs.

Option Package Details
Chevrolet Malibu LTZ

Premium Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Xenon HID headlights500Yes
Memory system, driver seat200Yes
Proximity key250Yes
Total Requested950100%
Total Not Requested00%
Advanced Safety Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Lane departure warning system200Yes
Blind spot warning system200No
Rear cross-traffic detection100No
Forward collision alert200Yes
Total Requested40057%
Total Not Requested30043%
Electronics and Entertainment Package
FeatureValueRequested?
245/40WR19 tires400No
Universal garage door opener100No
Rearview camera200Yes
AC power outlet100No
Mirror tilt-down in reverse25No
Pioneer, 9 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Total Requested20017%
Total Not Requested97583%

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