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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: $34,185

Chevrolet Malibu Premier   
Difference: $5,997

Lowest Total Invoice: $32,736

Chevrolet Malibu Premier   
Difference: $4,122

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20182012
ModelMalibu4Runner
TrimPremierLimited
Body4dr Sedan4dr SUV
Base Price $30,975 $38,595
Base Invoice $29,736 $35,508
Sun and Wheels Package 2,270  
Cargo net 65 49
Floor mats   199
Remote start   529
Sun and Wheels Package 2,066  
Cargo net 59 34
Floor mats   126
Remote start   380
Options (change) 2,335 777
Options (change) 2,125 540
Destination 875 810
Total Price $34,185 $40,182
Total Invoice $32,736 $36,858

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Toyota 4Runner

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Chevrolet Malibu Premier
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $5,197
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $3,388
Model Year20182012
ModelMalibu4Runner
TrimPremierLimited
Body4dr Sedan4dr SUV
Engine250hp I4270hp V6
TransmissionT9T5
DrivetrainFWDRWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)22/32 MPG17/23 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 9?, 8
Tire (rear if not all the same)245/40-19245/60-20
Total Price$34,185$40,182
Adjustments for Features0-800
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$34,185$39,382
Total Invoice$32,736$36,858
Adjustments for Features0-734
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$32,736$36,124

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Features Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Toyota 4Runner

Model Year20182012
ModelMalibu4Runner
TrimPremierLimited
Body4dr Sedan4dr SUV
Transmission and Drivetrain 
9-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1400 
5-speed manually-shiftable automatic $1000
FWD$0 
RWD $0
Accessories 
Heated steering wheel$100 
Power retractable rear window $350
Remote app$25 
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats $0
Full-size spare tire $225
Rear side airbags$300 
Safety key$5 
Vehicle health reports$0 
Cargo Management 
Class III trailer hitch $250
Overhead sunglass holder $25
Roof rails $250
Trailering equipment (7 wire) $150
Climate Control 
Rear wiper $175
Drivetrain 
Limited-slip rear differential $300
Exterior 
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)$25 
Deep-tinted rear windows $275
Laminated front side windows$200 
Panoramic sunroof$1200 
Rear bumper protector $40
Rear spoiler $200
Skid plates $150
Sunroof $900
Tow hook(s), front $40
Wheel-lip moldings $75
Infotainment 
4G LTE connectivity$0 
Android Auto support$100 
Apple CarPlay support$100 
CD player $125
HD radio $50
MP3-compatible player $50
Telematics service, such as OnStar $200
Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation$225 
Traffic + travel information $25
Voice control for external devices$0 
Wi-Fi hotspot$50 
Wireless charging station$75 
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Fog lights $125
Interior ambient lighting$150 
Seats and Interior Trim 
Cooled or ventilated front seats$300 
Door sill trim plates$100 
Manual recliner, second row seats $75
Memory system, driver seat$200 
Power height adjuster, passenger seat$100 
Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat$100 
Upgraded floor mats$0 
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Hydraulically cross-linked dampers $500
Sport suspension (upgrade) $0
Total Value of Features$4,755$5,555
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$800
Value of Feature Adjustments0-734

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

Specifications Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Toyota 4Runner

Model Year20182012
ModelMalibu4Runner
Body4dr Sedan4dr SUV
Wheelbase111.4 in109.8 in
Length193.8 in189.9 in
Width73.0 in75.8 in
Height57.7 in71.5 in
Curb Weight3,388 lb.4,400 lb.
Fuel Capacity15.8 gal.24.0 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.1 in39.3 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room58.5 in57.8 in
Row 1 Hip Room54.1 in56.5 in
Row 1 Legroom42.0 in41.7 in
Row 2 Headroom37.5 in38.6 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room57.1 in57.8 in
Row 2 Hip Room53.4 in55.7 in
Row 2 Legroom38.1 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		15.8 ft39.0 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Behind R2		15.846.3 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum		15.888.8 ft3

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

Option Package Details
Chevrolet Malibu Premier

Sun and Wheels Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Universal garage door opener100Yes
Panoramic sunroof1200No
245/40R19 tires400No
Upgraded floor mats0No
Total Requested1006%
Total Not Requested160094%

Option Package Details
Toyota 4Runner Limited

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

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