Chevrolet Malibu Chevrolet Malibu 2011 Toyota Corolla Toyota Corolla 2006

We are 103,000+ car owners sharing real-world car information.

Join Us

Chevrolet Malibu vs. Toyota Corolla Price Comparison (MSRP)

The sticker prices, before adjusting for remaining feature differences. Usually these are the numbers you will see on the window stickers.

Models in short supply often sell at or even above these prices.

Chevrolet Malibu vs. Toyota Corolla Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $20,612

Toyota Corolla XRS   
Difference: $8,513

Lowest Total Invoice: $18,493

Toyota Corolla XRS   
Difference: $9,005

Calculate Payments

  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year201120112006
ModelMalibuMalibuCorolla
Trim2LTLTZXRS
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $25,385 $27,165 $17,880
Base Invoice $24,115 $25,806 $16,179
Premium Mat Package 185    
HFV6 Engine Package 1,795    
Bodyside moldings 150    
Sunroof 850 850  
3.6L V6   1,595  
Power Package     605
Moon Roof/Side Airbags Package     1,400
Cargo mat     59
Floor mats     88
Premium Mat Package 163    
HFV6 Engine Package 1,580    
Bodyside moldings 132    
Sunroof 748 748  
3.6L V6   1,404  
Power Package     484
Moon Roof/Side Airbags Package     1,159
Cargo mat     36
Floor mats     55
Options (change) 2,980 2,445 2,152
Options (change) 2,623 2,152 1,734
Destination 760 760 580
Total Price $29,125 $30,370 $20,612
Total Invoice $27,498 $28,718 $18,493

Return to top

While we strive for accuracy, the site is not error-free, and prices can change at any time.

Dealer Price Quotes

Want to find out how much dealers are willing to discount these cars?

Request free, no-obligation Chevrolet Malibu dealer quotes or Toyota Corolla dealer quotes from dealers using our car quote form.

The process is easy and takes just a minute or two. You'll receive price quotes from local approved dealers within 48 hours.

TrueDelta Value Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Toyota Corolla

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Toyota Corolla XRS
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $4,278
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $5,043
Model Year201120112006
ModelMalibuMalibuCorolla
Trim2LTLTZXRS
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine252hp V6252hp V6164hp I4
TransmissionT6T6M6
DrivetrainFWDFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)17/26 MPG17/26 MPG26/34 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 6?, 8?, 6
Tire (rear if not all the same)225/50-18225/50-18195/55-16
Total Price$29,125$30,370$20,612
Adjustments for Features-4,130-5,4800
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$24,995$24,890$20,612
Cost Above Minimum$105$0$0
Total Invoice$27,498$28,718$18,493
Adjustments for Features-3,899-5,1820
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$23,599$23,536$18,493
Cost Above Minimum$63$0$0

Return to top

Features Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Toyota Corolla

Model Year201120112006
ModelMalibuMalibuCorolla
Trim2LTLTZXRS
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1100$1100 
6-speed manual  $150
FWD$0$0$0
Accessories 
AC power outlet $100 
Remote start$150$150 
Sunshade, rear $125 
Tilt steering wheel, manual  $150
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual$250$250 
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Brake assist$50$50 
Stability control$400$400 
Traction control$100$100 
Climate Control 
Automatic climate control, front $200 
Interior air filter  $0
Intermittent wipers  $0
Variable intermittent wipers$75$75 
Exterior 
Body kit  $0
Bodyside moldings$75 $75
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)$25$25 
Laminated front side windows$200$200 
Rear spoiler  $200
Infotainment 
Audio controls on steering wheel$125$125 
Aux input$50$50 
Bluetooth cell phone link$100$100 
MP3-compatible player$50$50 
Satellite radio$200$200 
Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation$225$225 
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Auto-dimming rearview mirror$150$150 
Automatic headlights$125$125 
Compass$0$0 
Fog lights $125$125
Heated mirrors $25 
Illuminated visor mirror, driver$50$50 
Illuminated visor mirror, passenger$50$50 
Visor mirror, driver  $10
Visor mirror, passenger  $10
Seats and Interior Trim 
Folding second row seats$300$300 
Heated front seats$200$200 
Leather seating surfaces $900 
Manual height adjuster, driver seat  $50
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat$100$100 
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat $100 
Power height adjuster, driver seat$100$100 
Power height adjuster, passenger seat $100 
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat$100$100 
Power recliner, driver seat $100 
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat$100$100 
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat $100 
Synthetic suede inserts in seating surfaces$450  
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Alloy wheels $350$350
Performance steering system (optional)$0$0 
Polished alloy wheels$350  
Sport suspension (upgrade)  $0
Total Value of Features$5,250$6,600$1,120
Value of Feature Adjustments$4,130$5,480$0
Value of Feature Adjustments-3,899-5,1820

Return to top

Specifications Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Toyota Corolla

Model Year20112006
ModelMalibuCorolla
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase112.3 in102.4 in
Length191.8 in178.3 in
Width70.3 in66.9 in
Height57.1 in58.5 in
Curb Weight3,645 lb.2,670 lb.
Fuel Capacity16.0 gal.13.2 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.4 in39.3 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room55.9 in53.1 in
Row 1 Hip Room53.0 in51.9 in
Row 1 Legroom42.2 in41.3 in
Row 2 Headroom37.2 in37.1 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room53.9 in53.5 in
Row 2 Hip Room52.1 in46.2 in
Row 2 Legroom37.6 in35.4 in
Cargo Volume15.1 ft313.5 ft3

Return to top

Option Package Details
Chevrolet Malibu 2LT

HFV6 Engine Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Performance steering system (optional)250No
225/50R18 tires400No
3.6L V6
DOHC-4v
252 hp@6300
251 lb-ft@3200
1000Yes
Total Requested100061%
Total Not Requested65039%

Option Package Details
Toyota Corolla XRS

Power Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Power front side windows250Yes
Remote keyless entry225Yes
Power rear side windows200No
Total Requested47570%
Total Not Requested20030%
Moon Roof/Side Airbags Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Front side airbags350Yes
Side curtain airbags350Yes
Sunroof900Yes
Total Requested1600100%
Total Not Requested00%

Was this information useful?

We're glad we could help! Share this page:

We're so sorry! Tell us how we can improve it.

See TrueDelta's information for all Sedans
See TrueDelta's information for all Chevrolet models.