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Chevrolet Malibu vs. Toyota 4Runner Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Chevrolet Malibu vs. Toyota 4Runner Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $28,795

Chevrolet Malibu LTZ   
Difference: $9,933

Lowest Total Invoice: $27,127

Chevrolet Malibu LTZ   
Difference: $7,772

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20082009
ModelMalibu4Runner
TrimLTZLimited
Body4dr Sedan4dr SUV
Base Price $27,095 $35,325
Base Invoice $25,605 $31,897
Rear Power Package 250  
Sunroof 800  
Limited Extra Value Package   465
Cargo net   49
Floor mats   184
CD changer, in-dash   200
4.7L V8   1,760
Rear Power Package 208  
Sunroof 664  
Limited Extra Value Package   372
Cargo net   34
Floor mats   112
CD changer, in-dash   150
4.7L V8   1,589
Options (change) 1,050 2,658
Options (change) 872 2,257
Destination 650 745
Total Price $28,795 $38,728
Total Invoice $27,127 $34,899

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Toyota 4Runner

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Chevrolet Malibu LTZ
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $7,078
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $5,199
Model Year20082009
ModelMalibu4Runner
TrimLTZLimited
Body4dr Sedan4dr SUV
Engine252hp V6260hp V8
TransmissionT6A5
DrivetrainFWDRWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)17/26 MPG15/19 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)210, 8160, 6
Tire (rear if not all the same)225/50-18265/60-18
Total Price$28,795$38,728
Adjustments for Features0-2,855
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$28,795$35,873
Total Invoice$27,127$34,899
Adjustments for Features0-2,573
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$27,127$32,326

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Features Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Toyota 4Runner

Model Year20082009
ModelMalibu4Runner
TrimLTZLimited
Body4dr Sedan4dr SUV
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1100 
5-speed automatic $900
FWD$0 
RWD $0
Accessories 
Power retractable rear window $350
Remote start$150 
Sunshade, rear$125 
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Full-size spare tire $225
Rollover sensor $50
Temporary spare tire$150 
Cargo Management 
Cargo cover $75
Cargo shelf, height-adjustable $100
Class III trailer hitch $250
Overhead sunglass holder $25
Roof rack $300
Trailering equipment (7 wire) $150
Climate Control 
Dual-zone climate control $125
Interior air filter $0
Rear air vents $100
Rear wiper $175
Drivetrain 
Limited-slip rear differential $300
Exterior 
Bodyside cladding $350
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)$25 
Deep-tinted rear windows $275
Laminated front side windows$200 
Rear bumper protector $40
Rear spoiler $200
Running boards $350
Skid plates $150
Tow hook(s), front $40
Wheel-lip moldings $75
Infotainment 
Rear seat audio controls $25
Satellite radio$200 
Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation$225 
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror$75 
Interior ambient lighting$150 
Trip computer $150
Turn signals on or near mirrors$25 
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row $50
Door sill trim plates$100 
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat$50 
Memory system, driver seat $200
Power height adjuster, passenger seat$100 
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat $100
Power recliner, passenger seat $100
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat$100 
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Hydraulically cross-linked dampers $500
Performance steering system (optional)$0 
Sport suspension (upgrade) $0
Transmission 
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls$100 
Total Value of Features$2,875$5,730
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$2,855
Value of Feature Adjustments0-2,573

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See a complete comparison of Chevrolet Malibu vs. Toyota 4Runner features.

Specifications Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Toyota 4Runner

Model Year20082009
ModelMalibu4Runner
Body4dr Sedan4dr SUV
Wheelbase112.3 in109.8 in
Length191.8 in189.2 in
Width70.3 in75.2 in
Height57.1 in69.3 in
Curb Weight3,680 lb.4,255 lb.
Fuel Capacity16.0 gal.23.0 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.4 in39.7 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room55.9 in58.0 in
Row 1 Hip Room53.0 in55.3 in
Row 1 Legroom42.2 in41.8 in
Row 2 Headroom37.2 in39.1 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room53.9 in57.2 in
Row 2 Hip Room52.1 in55.4 in
Row 2 Legroom37.6 in34.6 in
Row 3 Headroom0.0 in32.9 in
Row 3 Shoulder Room0.0 in56.7 in
Row 3 Hip Room0.0 in48.4 in
Row 3 Legroom0.0 in24.1 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum		15.1 ft312.0 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Behind R2		15.136.6 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum		15.175.1 ft3

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See a complete comparison of Chevrolet Malibu vs. Toyota 4Runner specs.

Option Package Details
Chevrolet Malibu LTZ

Rear Power Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Sunshade, rear125No
AC power outlet100Yes
Total Requested10044%
Total Not Requested12556%

Option Package Details
Toyota 4Runner Limited

Limited Extra Value Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Sport suspension (upgrade)250No
Sunroof900Yes
Rear spoiler200No
Hydraulically cross-linked shocks500No
Total Requested90049%
Total Not Requested95051%

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