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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: $30,458

Toyota Solara SLE V6   
Difference: $3,727

Lowest Total Invoice: $27,303

Toyota Solara SLE V6   
Difference: $5,433

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20182008
ModelMalibuSolara
TrimPremierSLE V6
Body4dr Sedan2dr Coupe
Base Price $30,975 $27,155
Base Invoice $29,736 $24,438
Sun and Wheels Package 2,270  
Cargo net 65  
Floor mats   184
Stability control   650
Satellite radio   449
Navigation system   1,300
Sun and Wheels Package 2,066  
Cargo net 59  
Floor mats   112
Stability control   559
Satellite radio   359
Navigation system   1,115
Options (change) 2,335 2,583
Options (change) 2,125 2,145
Destination 875 720
Total Price $34,185 $30,458
Total Invoice $32,736 $27,303

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Toyota Solara

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Toyota Solara SLE V6
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $172
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $2,029
Model Year20182008
ModelMalibuSolara
TrimPremierSLE V6
Body4dr Sedan2dr Coupe
Engine250hp I4210hp V6
TransmissionT9T5
DrivetrainFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)22/32 MPG18/27 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 9270, 8
Tire (rear if not all the same)245/40-19215/55-17
Total Price$34,185$30,458
Adjustments for Features-3,5550
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$30,630$30,458
Total Invoice$32,736$27,303
Adjustments for Features-3,4040
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$29,332$27,303

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Features Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Toyota Solara

Model Year20182008
ModelMalibuSolara
TrimPremierSLE V6
Body4dr Sedan2dr Coupe
Transmission and Drivetrain 
9-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1400 
5-speed manually-shiftable automatic $1000
FWD$0$0
Accessories 
AC power outlet$100 
Heated steering wheel$100 
Power rear side windows$200 
Proximity key$250 
Remote app$25 
Remote start$150 
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Knee airbag, driver$75 
Knee airbag, passenger$75 
Rear side airbags$300 
Rearview camera$200 
Rollover sensor$50 
Safety key$5 
Temporary spare tire $150
Vehicle health reports$0 
Cargo Management 
Overhead sunglass holder $25
Climate Control 
Dual-zone climate control$125 
Exterior 
Laminated front side windows$200 
Panoramic sunroof$1200 
Rear spoiler $200
Sunroof $900
Infotainment 
4G LTE connectivity$0 
Android Auto support$100 
App support$0 
Apple CarPlay support$100 
Bluetooth audio streaming$25 
CD changer, in-dash $325
MP3-compatible player $50
SMS text-to-speech reader$25 
Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation$225 
USB port$25 
Voice control for external devices$0 
Voice control for nav and audio$100 
Wi-Fi hotspot$50 
Wireless charging station$75 
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror $75
Fog lights $125
Interior ambient lighting$150 
Turn signals on or near mirrors$25 
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row$50 
Cooled or ventilated front seats$300 
Door sill trim plates$100 
Memory system, driver seat$200 
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat$100 
Power height adjuster, passenger seat$100 
Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat$100 
Power recliner, passenger seat$100 
Upgraded floor mats$0 
Total Value of Features$6,405$2,850
Value of Feature Adjustments$3,555$0
Value of Feature Adjustments-3,4040

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

Specifications Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Toyota Solara

Model Year20182008
ModelMalibuSolara
Body4dr Sedan2dr Coupe
Wheelbase111.4 in107.1 in
Length193.8 in192.5 in
Width73.0 in71.5 in
Height57.7 in56.1 in
Curb Weight3,388 lb.3,440 lb.
Fuel Capacity15.8 gal.18.5 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.1 in38.0 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room58.5 in56.1 in
Row 1 Hip Room54.1 in53.7 in
Row 1 Legroom42.0 in42.0 in
Row 2 Headroom37.5 in36.4 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room57.1 in53.7 in
Row 2 Hip Room53.4 in50.8 in
Row 2 Legroom38.1 in35.4 in
Cargo Volume15.8 ft313.8 ft3

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

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 Solara SLE V6

Floor mats
FeatureValueRequested?
Floor mats75Yes
Cargo mat40Yes
Total Requested115100%
Total Not Requested00%
Stability control
FeatureValueRequested?
Stability control400Yes
Traction control100Yes
Brake assist50Yes
Total Requested550100%
Total Not Requested00%

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