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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: $29,360

Chevrolet Malibu LTZ   
Difference: $14,414

Lowest Total Invoice: $27,787

Chevrolet Malibu LTZ   
Difference: $12,413

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year201220132013
ModelMalibuHighlanderHighlander
TrimLTZHybridHybrid Limited
Body4dr Sedan4dr SUV4dr SUV
Base Price $28,600 $40,170 $46,370
Base Invoice $27,027 $36,956 $42,428
Leather Package   2,280  
Floor mats   280 280
Bodyside moldings   199 199
Leather Package   2,099  
Floor mats   175 175
Bodyside moldings   125 125
Options (change) 0 2,759 479
Options (change) 0 2,399 300
Destination 760 845 845
Total Price $29,360 $43,774 $47,694
Total Invoice $27,787 $40,200 $43,573

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Toyota Highlander

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Chevrolet Malibu LTZ
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $9,549
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $7,945
Model Year201220132013
ModelMalibuHighlanderHighlander
TrimLTZHybridHybrid Limited
Body4dr Sedan4dr SUV4dr SUV
Engine169hp I4245hp V6 H245hp V6 H
TransmissionT6CVTCVT
DrivetrainFWDAWDAWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)26/38 MPG28/28 MPG28/28 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 8?, 6?, 9
Tire (rear if not all the same)225/50-18245/65-17245/55-19
Total Price$29,360$43,774$47,694
Adjustments for Features0-4,865-6,290
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$29,360$38,909$41,404
Cost Above Minimum$0$0$2,495
Total Invoice$27,787$40,200$43,573
Adjustments for Features0-4,468-5,747
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$27,787$35,732$37,826
Cost Above Minimum$0$0$2,094

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Features Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Toyota Highlander

Model Year201220132013
ModelMalibuHighlanderHighlander
TrimLTZHybridHybrid Limited
Body4dr Sedan4dr SUV4dr SUV
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1100  
CVT $1000$1000
FWD$0  
AWD $1700$1700
Accessories 
AC power outlet$100  
Power liftgate  $350
Proximity key  $250
Remote start$150  
Universal garage door opener $100$100
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats $0$0
Full-size spare tire $225$225
Knee airbag, driver $75$75
Rearview camera $200$200
Rollover sensor $50$50
Side curtain airbags$350  
Side curtain airbags, three rows $500$500
Temporary spare tire$150  
Cargo Management 
Liftglass or two-piece tailgate $150$150
Overhead sunglass holder $25$25
Removable second-row console $200$200
Roof rails $250$250
Trailering equipment (4 wire) $125$125
Climate Control 
Automatic climate control, front$200 $200
Dual-zone climate control  $125
Interior air filter $0$0
Rear air vents with automatic controls  $250
Rear air vents with manual controls $150 
Rear HVAC unit $400$400
Rear wiper $175$175
Wiper de-icer $25$25
Engine / Motor 
Automatic start / stop $150$150
Exterior 
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)$25  
Deep-tinted rear windows $275$275
Laminated front side windows$200  
Rear bumper protector $40$40
Rear spoiler $200$200
Infotainment 
App support $0$0
Bluetooth audio streaming $25$25
DVD-compatible player $0$0
HD radio $50$50
Navigation system $600$600
SMS text-to-speech reader $25$25
Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation$225  
Traffic + travel information $25$25
Voice control for nav and audio $100$100
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Conversation mirror $25$25
Interior ambient lighting$150  
Large energy flow and fuel economy display $25$25
Tachometer$75  
Trip computer $150$150
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row $50$50
Door sill trim plates$100 $100
Folding third row seats $600$600
Manual fore-aft adjuster, second row seats $75$75
Manual recliner, second row seats $75$75
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat$100 $100
Power height adjuster, passenger seat$100  
Power recliner, passenger seat  $100
Power thigh support length adjuster, driver seat  $100
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat$100  
Stowable center seat, second row $150$150
Total Value of Features$3,125$7,990$9,415
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$4,865$6,290
Value of Feature Adjustments0-4,468-5,747

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

Specifications Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Toyota Highlander

Model Year20122013
ModelMalibuHighlander
Body4dr Sedan4dr SUV
Wheelbase112.3 in109.8 in
Length191.8 in188.4 in
Width70.3 in75.2 in
Height57.1 in68.1 in
Curb Weight3,620 lb.4,641 lb.
Fuel Capacity16.0 gal.19.2 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.4 in40.6 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room55.9 in59.7 in
Row 1 Hip Room53.0 in56.7 in
Row 1 Legroom42.2 in43.2 in
Row 2 Headroom37.2 in40.1 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room53.9 in59.5 in
Row 2 Hip Room52.1 in56.5 in
Row 2 Legroom37.6 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		15.1 ft310.3 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Behind R2		15.142.3 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum		15.195.4 ft3

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

Option Package Details
Toyota Highlander Hybrid

Floor mats
FeatureValueRequested?
Floor mats75Yes
Cargo mat40Yes
Total Requested115100%
Total Not Requested00%
Leather Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Heated front seats200Yes
Sunroof900Yes
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power height adjuster, driver seat50Yes
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat50Yes
Power recliner, driver seat100Yes
Universal garage door opener100No
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Leather-wrapped steering wheel150Yes
Compass0Yes
Alarm100No
Total Requested260093%
Total Not Requested2007%

Option Package Details
Toyota Highlander Hybrid Limited

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

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