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Chevrolet Malibu vs. Toyota Solara Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Chevrolet Malibu vs. Toyota Solara Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $24,915

Chevrolet Malibu SS   
Difference: $3,953

Lowest Total Invoice: $23,416

Chevrolet Malibu SS   
Difference: $2,462

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20062006
ModelMalibuSolara
TrimSSSLE V6
Body4dr Sedan2dr Coupe
Base Price $22,865 $26,405
Base Invoice $21,608 $23,764
Satellite radio 325 449
Sunroof 800  
CD changer, in-dash 300  
Floor mats   184
Rear spoiler   200
Side curtain airbags   400
Stability control   650
Satellite radio 270 359
Sunroof 664  
CD changer, in-dash 249  
Floor mats   112
Rear spoiler   160
Side curtain airbags   344
Stability control   559
Options (change) 1,425 1,883
Options (change) 1,183 1,534
Destination 625 580
Total Price $24,915 $28,868
Total Invoice $23,416 $25,878

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Toyota Solara

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Chevrolet Malibu SS
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $2,473
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $1,135
Model Year20062006
ModelMalibuSolara
TrimSSSLE V6
Body4dr Sedan2dr Coupe
Engine240hp V6225hp V6
TransmissionT4T5
DrivetrainFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)19/26 MPG21/29 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 6270, 8
Tire (rear if not all the same)225/50-18215/55-17
Total Price$24,915$28,868
Adjustments for Features0-1,480
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$24,915$27,388
Total Invoice$23,416$25,878
Adjustments for Features0-1,327
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$23,416$24,551

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Features Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Toyota Solara

Model Year20062006
ModelMalibuSolara
TrimSSSLE V6
Body4dr Sedan2dr Coupe
Transmission and Drivetrain 
4-speed manually-shiftable automatic$900 
5-speed manually-shiftable automatic $1000
FWD$0$0
Accessories 
Power rear side windows$200 
Power-adjustable pedals$125 
Remote start$150 
Universal garage door opener $100
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Brake assist $50
Stability control $400
Tire-pressure monitor $75
Cargo Management 
Cargo mat $40
Overhead sunglass holder $25
Climate Control 
Interior air filter $0
Rear air vents $100
Exterior 
Body kit$0 
Bodyside moldings$75 
Infotainment 
Cassette player $50
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror $75
Auto-dimming rearview mirror $150
Compass $0
Heated mirrors $25
Illuminated visor mirror, passenger $50
Visor mirror, passenger$10 
Seats and Interior Trim 
Heated front seats $200
Leather seating surfaces $900
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat$50 
Partial leather seating sufaces$450 
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat $100
Power recliner, driver seat $100
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Alloy wheels $350
Performance steering system (optional)$0 
Polished alloy wheels$350 
Sport suspension (upgrade)$0 
Total Value of Features$2,310$3,790
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$1,480
Value of Feature Adjustments0-1,327

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Specifications Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Toyota Solara

Model Year20062006
ModelMalibuSolara
Body4dr Sedan2dr Coupe
Wheelbase106.3 in107.1 in
Length188.3 in192.5 in
Width69.9 in71.5 in
Height57.5 in56.1 in
Curb Weight3,315 lb.3,440 lb.
Fuel Capacity16.3 gal.18.5 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.6 in38.0 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room56.7 in56.1 in
Row 1 Hip Room53.2 in53.7 in
Row 1 Legroom41.9 in42.0 in
Row 2 Headroom37.6 in36.4 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room56.1 in53.7 in
Row 2 Hip Room52.4 in50.8 in
Row 2 Legroom38.5 in35.4 in
Cargo Volume15.4 ft313.8 ft3

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Option Package Details
Toyota Solara SLE V6

Floor mats
FeatureValueRequested?
Floor mats75Yes
Cargo mat40No
Total Requested7565%
Total Not Requested4035%
Stability control
FeatureValueRequested?
Stability control400No
Traction control100Yes
Brake assist50No
Total Requested10018%
Total Not Requested45082%

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