Chevrolet Malibu Chevrolet Malibu 2007 Volkswagen Beetle Volkswagen Beetle 2014
MENU
1 0 3 4 3 4

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

Join Us

Chevrolet Malibu vs. Volkswagen Beetle 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. Volkswagen Beetle Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $25,864

Chevrolet Malibu Maxx LTZ   
Difference: $6,026

Lowest Total Invoice: $24,328

Chevrolet Malibu Maxx LTZ   
Difference: $6,318

Calculate Payments

  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year200720142014
ModelMalibuBeetleBeetle
TrimMaxx LTZR-LineGSR
Body4dr Hatch2dr Hatch2dr Hatch
Base Price $23,915 $24,995 $29,995
Base Invoice $22,600 $23,995 $28,795
Sunroof 800    
CD changer, in-dash 300    
Satellite radio 199    
Sunroof, Sound, and Nav Package   5,300  
6-speed automated manual   1,100 1,100
Sunroof 664    
CD changer, in-dash 249    
Satellite radio 165    
Sunroof, Sound, and Nav Package   5,088  
6-speed automated manual   1,056 1,056
Options (change) 1,299 6,400 1,100
Options (change) 1,078 6,144 1,056
Destination 650 820 795
Total Price $25,864 $32,215 $31,890
Total Invoice $24,328 $30,959 $30,646

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 Volkswagen Beetle 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. Volkswagen Beetle

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Chevrolet Malibu Maxx LTZ
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $5,556
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $5,866
Model Year200720142014
ModelMalibuBeetleBeetle
TrimMaxx LTZR-LineGSR
Body4dr Hatch2dr Hatch2dr Hatch
Engine217hp V6210hp I4210hp I4
TransmissionT4S6S6
DrivetrainFWDFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)22/32 MPG24/30 MPG24/30 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 6400, 9400, 9
Tire (rear if not all the same)225/50-17235/40-19235/40-19
Total Price$25,864$32,215$31,890
Adjustments for Features0-220-470
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$25,864$31,995$31,420
Cost Above Minimum$0$575$0
Total Invoice$24,328$30,959$30,646
Adjustments for Features0-211-452
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$24,328$30,748$30,194
Cost Above Minimum$0$554$0

Return to top

Features Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Volkswagen Beetle

Model Year200720142014
ModelMalibuBeetleBeetle
TrimMaxx LTZR-LineGSR
Body4dr Hatch2dr Hatch2dr Hatch
Transmission and Drivetrain 
4-speed manually-shiftable automatic$900  
6-speed automated manual $1100$1100
FWD$0$0$0
Accessories 
Power rear side windows$200  
Power-adjustable pedals$125  
Proximity key $250$250
Remote app $25$25
Remote start$150  
Universal garage door opener$100  
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats $0$0
Brake assist $50$50
Stability control $400$400
Tire-pressure monitor $75$75
Cargo Management 
Cargo cover $75$75
Cargo net$40  
Cargo shelf, height-adjustable$100  
Climate Control 
Automatic climate control, front$200  
Heated windshield washer nozzles $15$15
Interior air filter $0$0
Rear wiper$175  
Exterior 
Body kit$0  
Bodyside moldings$75  
Glass roof panel(s)$300  
Painted brake calipers (optional) $0$0
Infotainment 
Aux input $50$50
Bluetooth audio streaming $25$25
Bluetooth cell phone link $100$100
CD changer, in-dash$325 $325
CD player $125 
HD radio  $50
iPod integration $100$100
MP3-compatible player $50$50
Navigation system $600$600
Rear seat audio controls$25  
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Auto-dimming rearview mirror$150  
Automatic headlights$125  
Boost gauge $75$75
Compass$0  
Cornering lights $50$50
Illuminated visor mirror, driver$50  
Illuminated visor mirror, passenger$50  
Turn signals on or near mirrors $25$25
Visor mirror, driver $10$10
Visor mirror, passenger $10$10
Xenon HID headlights $500$500
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row$50  
Folding passenger seat$150  
Manual fore-aft adjuster, second row seats$75  
Manual height adjuster, driver seat $50$50
Manual height adjuster, passenger seat $50$50
Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat $50$50
Manual recliner, second row seats$75  
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat$100  
Power height adjuster, driver seat$100  
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat$100  
Synthetic suede inserts in leather seating surfaces$0  
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Alloy wheels $350$350
Polished alloy wheels$350  
Sport suspension (upgrade) $0$0
Transmission 
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls $100$100
Total Value of Features$4,090$4,310$4,560
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$220$470
Value of Feature Adjustments0-211-452

Return to top

See a complete comparison of Chevrolet Malibu vs. Volkswagen Beetle features.

Specifications Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Volkswagen Beetle

Model Year20072014
ModelMalibuBeetle
Body4dr Hatch2dr Hatch
Wheelbase112.3 in100.0 in
Length187.8 in168.4 in
Width69.8 in71.2 in
Height58.1 in58.5 in
Curb Weight3,458 lb.3,104 lb.
Fuel Capacity16.3 gal.14.5 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.4 in39.4 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room56.7 in55.3 in
Row 1 Hip Room53.5 in0.0 in
Row 1 Legroom41.9 in41.3 in
Row 2 Headroom39.4 in37.1 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room55.5 in49.0 in
Row 2 Hip Room52.4 in0.0 in
Row 2 Legroom41.0 in31.4 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum		22.8 ft315.4 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum		41.0 ft329.9 ft3

Return to top

See a complete comparison of Chevrolet Malibu vs. Volkswagen Beetle specs.

Option Package Details
Volkswagen Beetle R-Line

6-speed automated manual
FeatureValueRequested?
6-speed automated manual0Yes
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls100No
Total Requested00%
Total Not Requested100100%
Sunroof, Sound, and Nav Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600No
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Xenon HID headlights500No
Upholstered door panels, leather250No
235/40HR19 tires400No
Fender, 400W, 9 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Sunroof900Yes
HD radio50No
SD Card slot25No
CD changer, in-dash200Yes
Satellite radio200Yes
Proximity key250No
Total Requested220048%
Total Not Requested242552%

Option Package Details
Volkswagen Beetle GSR

6-speed automated manual
FeatureValueRequested?
6-speed automated manual0Yes
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls100No
Total Requested00%
Total Not Requested100100%

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.