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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: $30,960

Chevrolet Malibu LTZ   
Difference: $13,032

Lowest Total Invoice: $29,299

Chevrolet Malibu LTZ   
Difference: $11,359

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20122018
ModelMalibu4Runner
TrimLTZLimited
Body4dr Sedan4dr SUV
Base Price $28,600 $42,125
Base Invoice $27,027 $39,022
3.6L V6 1,600  
Floor mats   224
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)   99
Remote start   499
3.6L V6 1,512  
Floor mats   139
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)   72
Remote start   380
Options (change) 1,600 822
Options (change) 1,512 591
Destination 760 1,045
Total Price $30,960 $43,992
Total Invoice $29,299 $40,658

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Toyota 4Runner

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Chevrolet Malibu LTZ
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $8,177
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $6,872
Model Year20122018
ModelMalibu4Runner
TrimLTZLimited
Body4dr Sedan4dr SUV
Engine252hp V6270hp V6
TransmissionT6T5
DrivetrainFWDRWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)17/26 MPG17/21 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 8?, 15
Tire (rear if not all the same)225/50-18245/60-20
Total Price$30,960$43,992
Adjustments for Features0-4,855
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$30,960$39,137
Total Invoice$29,299$40,658
Adjustments for Features0-4,487
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$29,299$36,171

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Features Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Toyota 4Runner

Model Year20122018
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
Universal garage door opener $100
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 
Bodyside moldings$75 
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
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
Voice control for nav and audio $100
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
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 recliner, second row seats $75
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$2,200$7,055
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$4,855
Value of Feature Adjustments0-4,487

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

Specifications Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Toyota 4Runner

Model Year20122018
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 Weight3,645 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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See a complete comparison of Chevrolet Malibu vs. Toyota 4Runner specs.

Option Package Details
Toyota 4Runner Limited

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

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