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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: $30,195

Chevrolet Malibu LTZ   
Difference: $13,846

Lowest Total Invoice: $28,268

Chevrolet Malibu LTZ   
Difference: $12,425

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20092018
ModelMalibu4Runner
TrimLTZLimited
Body4dr Sedan4dr SUV
Base Price $26,880 $42,125
Base Invoice $25,402 $39,022
Rear Power Package 250  
Sunroof 800  
3.6L V6 1,595  
Floor mats   224
Cargo net   49
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)   99
Remote start   499
Rear Power Package 208  
Sunroof 664  
3.6L V6 1,324  
Floor mats   139
Cargo net   35
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)   72
Remote start   380
Options (change) 2,645 871
Options (change) 2,196 626
Destination 670 1,045
Total Price $30,195 $44,041
Total Invoice $28,268 $40,693

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Toyota 4Runner

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Chevrolet Malibu LTZ
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $9,441
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $8,355
Model Year20092018
ModelMalibu4Runner
TrimLTZLimited
Body4dr Sedan4dr SUV
Engine252hp V6270hp V6
TransmissionT6T5
DrivetrainFWDRWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)17/26 MPG17/21 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)210, 8?, 15
Tire (rear if not all the same)225/50-18245/60-20
Total Price$30,195$44,041
Adjustments for Features0-4,405
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$30,195$39,636
Total Invoice$28,268$40,693
Adjustments for Features0-4,070
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$28,268$36,623

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Features Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Toyota 4Runner

Model Year20092018
ModelMalibu4Runner
TrimLTZLimited
Body4dr Sedan4dr SUV
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1100 
5-speed manually-shiftable automatic $1000
FWD$0 
RWD $0
Accessories 
Power retractable rear window $350
Proximity key $250
Sunshade, rear$125 
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats $0
Full-size spare tire $225
Knee airbag, driver $75
Knee airbag, passenger $75
Obstacle detection, front $150
Obstacle detection, rear $250
Rearview camera $200
Rollover sensor $50
Temporary spare tire$150 
Trailer sway control $25
Cargo Management 
Class III trailer hitch $250
Overhead sunglass holder $25
Roof rails $250
Trailering equipment (7 wire) $150
Climate Control 
Dual-zone climate control $125
Interior air filter $0
Rear air vents $100
Rear wiper $175
Wiper de-icer $25
Drivetrain 
Limited-slip rear differential $300
Exterior 
Deep-tinted rear windows $275
Laminated front side windows$200 
Rear bumper protector $40
Rear spoiler $200
Skid plates $150
Tow hook(s), front $40
Wheel-lip moldings $75
Infotainment 
App support $0
Bluetooth audio streaming $25
CD changer, in-dash$325 
CD player $125
DVD-compatible player $0
HD radio $50
Navigation system $600
Siri Eyes Free support $0
SMS text-to-speech reader $25
Telematics service, such as OnStar $200
Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation$225 
Traffic + travel information $25
USB port $25
Voice control for nav and audio $100
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 
Manual recliner, second row seats $75
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$2,800$7,205
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$4,405
Value of Feature Adjustments0-4,070

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Specifications Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Toyota 4Runner

Model Year20092018
ModelMalibu4Runner
Body4dr Sedan4dr SUV
Wheelbase112.3 in109.8 in
Length191.8 in190.2 in
Width70.3 in75.8 in
Height57.1 in71.5 in
Curb Weight3,680 lb.4,400 lb.
Fuel Capacity16.0 gal.23.0 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.4 in39.3 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room55.9 in57.8 in
Row 1 Hip Room53.0 in56.5 in
Row 1 Legroom42.2 in41.7 in
Row 2 Headroom37.2 in38.6 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room53.9 in57.8 in
Row 2 Hip Room52.1 in55.7 in
Row 2 Legroom37.6 in32.9 in
Row 3 Headroom0.0 in34.3 in
Row 3 Shoulder Room0.0 in57.7 in
Row 3 Hip Room0.0 in43.3 in
Row 3 Legroom0.0 in29.3 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum
15.1 ft39.0 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Behind R2
15.146.3 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum
15.188.8 ft3

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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

Floor mats
FeatureValueRequested?
Floor mats75Yes
Cargo mat40Yes
Total Requested115100%
Total Not Requested00%

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