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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: $26,310

Chevrolet Malibu Maxx SS   
Difference: $15,218

Lowest Total Invoice: $24,643

Chevrolet Malibu Maxx SS   
Difference: $13,086

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20062012
ModelMalibuHighlander
TrimMaxx SSLimited
Body4dr Hatch4dr SUV
Base Price $23,265 $35,745
Base Invoice $21,986 $32,635
Satellite radio 325  
Sunroof 800  
CD changer, in-dash 300  
Entertainment system, console-mounted 995  
Cargo net   49
Bodyside moldings   199
Floor mats   315
Entertainment system, ceiling-mounted   1,760
Navigation system   2,650
Satellite radio 293  
Sunroof 664  
CD changer, in-dash 249  
Entertainment system, console-mounted 826  
Cargo net   34
Bodyside moldings   125
Floor mats   200
Entertainment system, ceiling-mounted   1,566
Navigation system   2,359
Options (change) 2,420 4,973
Options (change) 2,032 4,284
Destination 625 810
Total Price $26,310 $41,528
Total Invoice $24,643 $37,729

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Toyota Highlander

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Chevrolet Malibu Maxx SS
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $9,363
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $7,767
Model Year20062012
ModelMalibuHighlander
TrimMaxx SSLimited
Body4dr Hatch4dr SUV
Engine240hp V6270hp V6
TransmissionT4T5
DrivetrainFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)19/26 MPG18/24 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 6?, 9
Tire (rear if not all the same)225/50-18245/55-19
Total Price$26,310$41,528
Adjustments for Features0-5,855
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$26,310$35,673
Total Invoice$24,643$37,729
Adjustments for Features0-5,319
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$24,643$32,410

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Features Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Toyota Highlander

Model Year20062012
ModelMalibuHighlander
TrimMaxx SSLimited
Body4dr Hatch4dr SUV
Transmission and Drivetrain 
4-speed manually-shiftable automatic$900 
5-speed manually-shiftable automatic $1000
FWD$0$0
Accessories 
AC power outlet $100
Power liftgate $350
Power-adjustable pedals$125 
Proximity key $250
Remote start$150 
Universal garage door opener $100
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats $0
Brake assist $50
Knee airbag, driver $75
Rearview camera $200
Rollover sensor $50
Side curtain airbags$350 
Side curtain airbags, three rows $500
Stability control $400
Tire-pressure monitor $75
Cargo Management 
Cargo cover $75
Cargo mat $40
Cargo shelf, height-adjustable$100 
Removable second-row console $200
Roof rails $250
Climate Control 
Dual-zone climate control $125
Interior air filter $0
Rear air vents with automatic controls $250
Rear HVAC unit $400
Wiper de-icer $25
Exterior 
Body kit$0 
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)$25 
Deep-tinted rear windows $275
Glass roof panel(s)$300 
Infotainment 
Aux input $50
Bluetooth audio streaming $25
Bluetooth cell phone link $100
Entertainment system, ceiling-mounted $1000
Entertainment system, console-mounted$1000 
MP3-compatible player $50
Navigation system $600
Voice control for nav and audio $100
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Auto-dimming rearview mirror $150
Conversation mirror $25
Heated mirrors $25
Illuminated visor mirror, passenger $50
Visor mirror, passenger$10 
Seats and Interior Trim 
Folding third row seats $600
Heated front seats $200
Leather seating surfaces $900
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat$50 
Partial leather seating sufaces$450 
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat $100
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat $100
Power recliner, driver seat $100
Power recliner, passenger seat $100
Power thigh support length adjuster, driver seat $100
Stowable center seat, second row $150
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Alloy wheels $350
Performance steering system (optional)$0 
Polished alloy wheels$350 
Sport suspension (upgrade)$0 
Total Value of Features$3,810$9,665
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$5,855
Value of Feature Adjustments0-5,319

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Specifications Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Toyota Highlander

Model Year20062012
ModelMalibuHighlander
Body4dr Hatch4dr SUV
Wheelbase112.3 in109.8 in
Length187.8 in188.4 in
Width69.8 in75.2 in
Height58.1 in68.1 in
Curb Weight3,476 lb.4,045 lb.
Fuel Capacity16.3 gal.19.2 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.4 in40.6 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room56.7 in59.7 in
Row 1 Hip Room53.5 in56.7 in
Row 1 Legroom41.9 in43.2 in
Row 2 Headroom39.4 in40.1 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room55.5 in59.5 in
Row 2 Hip Room52.4 in56.5 in
Row 2 Legroom41.0 in38.3 in
Row 3 Headroom0.0 in36.3 in
Row 3 Shoulder Room0.0 in55.0 in
Row 3 Hip Room0.0 in42.3 in
Row 3 Legroom0.0 in29.2 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum
22.8 ft310.3 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Behind R2
22.842.3 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum
41.0 ft395.4 ft3

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Option Package Details
Toyota Highlander Limited

Floor mats
FeatureValueRequested?
Floor mats75Yes
Cargo mat40No
Total Requested7565%
Total Not Requested4035%
Entertainment system, ceiling-mounted
FeatureValueRequested?
Entertainment system, ceiling-mounted1000Yes
AC power outlet100No
A/V input jacks25No
Total Requested100089%
Total Not Requested12511%
Navigation system
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600No
CD changer, in-dash200Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100No
JBL, 9 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Total Requested20016%
Total Not Requested105084%

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