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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: $30,470

Chevrolet Malibu LTZ   
Difference: $6,024

Lowest Total Invoice: $28,806

Chevrolet Malibu LTZ   
Difference: $3,767

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20112008
ModelMalibu4Runner
TrimLTZLimited
Body4dr Sedan4dr SUV
Base Price $27,165 $35,100
Base Invoice $25,806 $31,344
Temporary spare tire 100  
Sunroof 850  
3.6L V6 1,595  
Limited Extra Value Package   465
Floor mats   184
Temporary spare tire 88  
Sunroof 748  
3.6L V6 1,404  
Limited Extra Value Package   372
Floor mats   112
Options (change) 2,545 649
Options (change) 2,240 484
Destination 760 745
Total Price $30,470 $36,494
Total Invoice $28,806 $32,573

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Toyota 4Runner

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Chevrolet Malibu LTZ
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $3,044
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $1,107
Model Year20112008
ModelMalibu4Runner
TrimLTZLimited
Body4dr Sedan4dr SUV
Engine252hp V6236hp V6
TransmissionT6A5
DrivetrainFWDRWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)17/26 MPG16/21 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 8160, 6
Tire (rear if not all the same)225/50-18265/60-18
Total Price$30,470$36,494
Adjustments for Features0-2,980
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$30,470$33,514
Total Invoice$28,806$32,573
Adjustments for Features0-2,660
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$28,806$29,913

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Features Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Toyota 4Runner

Model Year20112008
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 
Universal garage door opener $100
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 
Bluetooth cell phone link$100 
Rear seat audio controls $25
Satellite radio$200 
Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation$225 
USB port$25 
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Interior ambient lighting$150 
Trip computer $150
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row $50
Door sill trim plates$100 
Memory system, driver seat $200
Power height adjuster, passenger 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
Total Value of Features$2,750$5,730
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$2,980
Value of Feature Adjustments0-2,660

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

Specifications Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Toyota 4Runner

Model Year20112008
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 Weight3,645 lb.4,045 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
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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