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Chevrolet Malibu vs. Toyota Highlander Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Chevrolet Malibu vs. Toyota Highlander Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $26,185

Chevrolet Malibu Maxx LTZ   
Difference: $9,855

Lowest Total Invoice: $24,539

Chevrolet Malibu Maxx LTZ   
Difference: $7,225

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20062006
ModelMalibuHighlander
TrimMaxx LTZLimited
Body4dr Hatch4dr SUV
Base Price $23,465 $30,460
Base Invoice $22,175 $27,108
CD changer, in-dash 300  
Sunroof 800  
Entertainment system, console-mounted 995  
Value Package   560
Entertainment system, ceiling-mounted   1,770
Side curtain airbags   650
Cargo net   49
Floor mats   106
Heated front seats   440
Leather seating surfaces   1,400
CD changer, in-dash 249  
Sunroof 664  
Entertainment system, console-mounted 826  
Value Package   504
Entertainment system, ceiling-mounted   1,416
Side curtain airbags   559
Cargo net   34
Floor mats   66
Heated front seats   352
Leather seating surfaces   1,120
Options (change) 2,095 4,975
Options (change) 1,739 4,051
Destination 625 605
Total Price $26,185 $36,040
Total Invoice $24,539 $31,764

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Toyota Highlander

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Chevrolet Malibu Maxx LTZ
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $8,330
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $5,881
Model Year20062006
ModelMalibuHighlander
TrimMaxx LTZLimited
Body4dr Hatch4dr SUV
Engine201hp V6215hp V6
TransmissionT4A5
DrivetrainFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)22/32 MPG19/25 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 6?, 8
Tire (rear if not all the same)225/50-17225/65-17
Total Price$26,185$36,040
Adjustments for Features0-1,525
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$26,185$34,515
Total Invoice$24,539$31,764
Adjustments for Features0-1,344
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$24,539$30,420

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Features Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Toyota Highlander

Model Year20062006
ModelMalibuHighlander
TrimMaxx LTZLimited
Body4dr Hatch4dr SUV
Transmission and Drivetrain 
4-speed manually-shiftable automatic$900 
5-speed automatic $900
FWD$0$0
Accessories 
AC power outlet $100
Power-adjustable pedals$125 
Remote start$150 
Tilt steering wheel, manual $150
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual$250 
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Brake assist $50
Rollover sensor $50
Stability control $400
Tire-pressure monitor $75
Cargo Management 
Cargo cover $75
Cargo shelf, height-adjustable$100 
Overhead sunglass holder $25
Roof rack $300
Climate Control 
Interior air filter $0
Rear air vents with manual controls $150
Rear heater $150
Wiper de-icer $25
Exterior 
Body kit$0 
Deep-tinted rear windows $275
Glass roof panel(s)$300 
Infotainment 
Cassette player $50
Entertainment system, ceiling-mounted $1000
Entertainment system, console-mounted$1000 
Telematics service, such as OnStar$200 
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Trip computer$150 
Seats and Interior Trim 
Folding passenger seat$150 
Folding third row seats $600
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat$50 
Manual recliner, third row seats $125
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat $100
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat $100
Power recliner, driver seat $100
Power recliner, passenger seat $100
Synthetic suede inserts in leather seating surfaces$0 
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Alloy wheels $350
Polished alloy wheels$350 
Total Value of Features$3,725$5,250
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$1,525
Value of Feature Adjustments0-1,344

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See a complete comparison of Chevrolet Malibu vs. Toyota Highlander features.

Specifications Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Toyota Highlander

Model Year20062006
ModelMalibuHighlander
Body4dr Hatch4dr SUV
Wheelbase112.3 in106.9 in
Length187.8 in184.6 in
Width69.8 in71.9 in
Height58.1 in67.9 in
Curb Weight3,458 lb.3,649 lb.
Fuel Capacity16.3 gal.19.1 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.4 in40.0 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room56.7 in57.9 in
Row 1 Hip Room53.5 in55.1 in
Row 1 Legroom41.9 in40.7 in
Row 2 Headroom39.4 in39.8 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room55.5 in57.0 in
Row 2 Hip Room52.4 in54.9 in
Row 2 Legroom41.0 in36.4 in
Row 3 Headroom0.0 in32.3 in
Row 3 Shoulder Room0.0 in53.2 in
Row 3 Hip Room0.0 in39.8 in
Row 3 Legroom0.0 in30.2 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum		22.8 ft310.5 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Behind R2		22.839.7 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum		41.0 ft380.6 ft3

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See a complete comparison of Chevrolet Malibu vs. Toyota Highlander specs.

Option Package Details
Toyota Highlander Limited

Entertainment system, ceiling-mounted
FeatureValueRequested?
Entertainment system, ceiling-mounted1000Yes
AC power outlet100No
Rear seat audio controls25Yes
Total Requested102591%
Total Not Requested1009%
Side curtain airbags
FeatureValueRequested?
Side curtain airbags350Yes
Front side airbags350Yes
Rollover sensor50No
Total Requested70093%
Total Not Requested507%
Value Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Sunroof900Yes
CD changer, in-dash200Yes
Total Requested1100100%
Total Not Requested00%

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