Chevrolet Malibu Chevrolet Malibu 2021 Toyota Highlander Toyota Highlander 2007

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

Join Us

Chevrolet Malibu vs. Toyota Highlander 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 Highlander Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $29,985

Chevrolet Malibu LT   
Difference: $5,116

Calculate Payments

  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year2021202120072007
ModelMalibuMalibuHighlanderHighlander
TrimLTPremierLimitedHybrid Limited
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr SUV4dr SUV
Base Price $26,800 $33,500 $30,810 $34,610
Panoramic sunroof 1,150      
Convenience and Technology Package 895      
Cargo net 65 65 49 49
Cargo mat 80   91 91
Sun and Wheels Package   2,270    
Extra Value Package     960 1,830
Floor mats     106 106
Heated front seats     440  
Navigation system     2,000 2,000
Panoramic sunroof 1,047      
Convenience and Technology Package 814      
Cargo net 59 59 34 34
Cargo mat 73   58 58
Sun and Wheels Package   2,066    
Extra Value Package     864 1,647
Floor mats     66 66
Heated front seats     352  
Navigation system     1,700 1,700
Options (change) 2,190 2,335 3,646 4,076
Options (change) 1,993 2,125 3,074 3,505
Destination 995 995 645 645
Gas Tax 0 0 0 -2,600
Total Price $29,985 $36,830 $35,101 $36,731

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 Highlander 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 Highlander

Lowest Adjusted Price: Chevrolet Malibu LT
Lowest Adjusted Invoice: Chevrolet Malibu Premier
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $3,621
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $26,967
Model Year2021202120072007
ModelMalibuMalibuHighlanderHighlander
TrimLTPremierLimitedHybrid Limited
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr SUV4dr SUV
Engine160hp I4250hp I4215hp V6208hp V6 H
TransmissionCVT-7T9A5CVT
DrivetrainFWDFWDFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 6?, 9?, 8?, 8
Tire (rear if not all the same)225/55-17245/40-19225/65-17225/65-17
Total Price$29,985$36,830$35,101$36,731
Adjustments for Features0-3,225-1,495-795
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$29,985$33,605$33,606$35,936
Cost Above Minimum$0$3,620$0$2,330

Return to top

Features Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Toyota Highlander

Model Year2021202120072007
ModelMalibuMalibuHighlanderHighlander
TrimLTPremierLimitedHybrid Limited
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr SUV4dr SUV
Transmission and Drivetrain 
7-speed manually-shiftable CVT$1100   
9-speed manually-shiftable automatic $1400  
5-speed automatic  $900 
CVT   $1000
FWD$0$0$0$0
Accessories 
AC power outlet$100$100  
Heated steering wheel $100  
Proximity key$250$250  
Remote app$25$25  
Remote start$150$150  
Tilt steering wheel, manual  $150$150
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual$250$250  
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Knee airbag, driver$75$75  
Knee airbag, passenger$75$75  
Rear side airbags$300$300  
Rearview camera$200$200  
Safety key$5$5  
Vehicle health reports$0$0  
Cargo Management 
Cargo cover  $75$75
Overhead sunglass holder  $25$25
Roof rack  $300$300
Trailering equipment (4 wire)   $125
Climate Control 
Automatic climate control, front $200$200$200
Dual-zone climate control $125  
Rear air vents$100$100  
Rear air vents with manual controls  $150 
Rear heater  $150 
Rear wiper  $175$175
Wiper de-icer  $25$25
Engine / Motor 
Automatic start / stop$150   
Exterior 
Active grille shutters$0   
Bodyside moldings  $75$75
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) $25  
Deep-tinted rear windows  $275$275
Laminated front side windows$200$200  
Panoramic sunroof$1200$1200  
Rear spoiler  $200$200
Sunroof  $900$900
Infotainment 
4G LTE connectivity$0$0  
Android Auto support$100$100  
App support$0$0  
Apple CarPlay support$100$100  
Aux input$50$50  
Bluetooth audio streaming$25$25  
Bluetooth cell phone link$100$100  
Cassette player  $50$50
CD changer, in-dash  $325$325
Navigation system $600$600$600
Satellite radio$200$200  
SMS text-to-speech reader$25$25  
Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation$225$225  
Voice control for audio system$25   
Voice control for external devices$0$0  
Voice control for nav and audio $100  
Wi-Fi hotspot$50$50  
Wireless charging station$75$75  
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Compass$0$0  
Fog lights  $125$125
Large energy flow and fuel economy display   $25
Tachometer$75$75$75 
Trip computer$150$150 $150
Turn signals on or near mirrors$25$25  
Seats and Interior Trim 
Cooled or ventilated front seats $300  
Folding third row seats  $600 
Heated front seats $200$200$200
Leather seating surfaces $900$900$900
Manual fore-aft adjuster, second row seats  $75$75
Manual height adjuster, passenger seat$50   
Manual recliner, second row seats  $75$75
Manual recliner, third row seats  $125 
Memory system, driver seat $200  
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat $100$100$100
Power height adjuster, passenger seat $100  
Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat $100  
Power recliner, passenger seat $100$100$100
Upgraded floor mats $0  
Total Value of Features$5,455$8,680$6,950$6,250
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$3,225$1,495$795
Value of Feature Adjustments0-273-1,326-705

Return to top

Specifications Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Toyota Highlander

Model Year20212007
ModelMalibuHighlander
Body4dr Sedan4dr SUV
Wheelbase111.4 in106.9 in
Length194.2 in184.6 in
Width73.0 in71.9 in
Height57.3 in67.9 in
Curb Weight3,127 lb.3,517 lb.
Fuel Capacity15.8 gal.19.1 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.1 in40.0 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room58.5 in57.9 in
Row 1 Hip Room54.1 in55.1 in
Row 1 Legroom41.5 in40.7 in
Row 2 Headroom37.5 in39.8 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room57.1 in57.0 in
Row 2 Hip Room53.4 in54.9 in
Row 2 Legroom38.1 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
15.7 ft310.5 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Behind R2
15.739.7 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum
15.780.6 ft3

Return to top

Option Package Details
Chevrolet Malibu LT

Panoramic sunroof
FeatureValueRequested?
Universal garage door opener100Yes
Panoramic sunroof1200No
Total Requested1008%
Total Not Requested120092%
Convenience and Technology Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Leather-wrapped steering wheel150Yes
AC power outlet100No
Remote start75No
Wireless charging station75No
Total Requested30055%
Total Not Requested25045%

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 Highlander Limited

Navigation system
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
CD changer, in-dash200No
Total Requested60075%
Total Not Requested20025%
Extra Value Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Sunroof900Yes
CD changer, in-dash200No
Total Requested180090%
Total Not Requested20010%

Option Package Details
Toyota Highlander Hybrid Limited

Navigation system
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
Large energy flow and fuel economy display25No
Total Requested60096%
Total Not Requested254%
Extra Value Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Heated front seats200Yes
Sunroof900Yes
Total Requested2000100%
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.