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Chevrolet Malibu vs. Volkswagen Beetle Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Chevrolet Malibu vs. Volkswagen Beetle Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $28,545

Chevrolet Malibu LTZ   
Difference: $4,825

Lowest Total Invoice: $26,919

Chevrolet Malibu LTZ   
Difference: $5,150

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20082016
ModelMalibuBeetle
TrimLTZR-Line SEL
Body4dr Sedan2dr Hatch
Base Price $27,095 $31,450
Base Invoice $25,605 $30,193
Sunroof 800  
6-speed automated manual   1,100
Sunroof 664  
6-speed automated manual   1,056
Options (change) 800 1,100
Options (change) 664 1,056
Destination 650 820
Total Price $28,545 $33,370
Total Invoice $26,919 $32,069

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Volkswagen Beetle

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Chevrolet Malibu LTZ
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $3,145
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $3,535
Model Year20082016
ModelMalibuBeetle
TrimLTZR-Line SEL
Body4dr Sedan2dr Hatch
Engine252hp V6210hp I4
TransmissionT6S6
DrivetrainFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)17/26 MPG24/31 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)210, 8400, 9
Tire (rear if not all the same)225/50-18235/40-19
Total Price$28,545$33,370
Adjustments for Features0-1,680
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$28,545$31,690
Total Invoice$26,919$32,069
Adjustments for Features0-1,615
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$26,919$30,454

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Features Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Volkswagen Beetle

Model Year20082016
ModelMalibuBeetle
TrimLTZR-Line SEL
Body4dr Sedan2dr Hatch
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1100 
6-speed automated manual $1100
FWD$0$0
Accessories 
Power rear side windows$200 
Proximity key $250
Remote app $25
Remote start$150 
Universal garage door opener$100 
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats $0
Blind spot warning system $200
Cross-traffic collision intervention, rear $100
Cross-traffic warning, rear $100
Rearview camera $200
Secondary collision brake assist $25
Vehicle health reports $0
Cargo Management 
Cargo cover $75
Cargo mat$40 
Cargo net$40 
Climate Control 
Automatic climate control, front$200 
Heated windshield washer nozzles $15
Interior air filter $0
Exterior 
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)$25 
Laminated front side windows$200 
Painted brake calipers (optional) $0
Rear spoiler $200
Infotainment 
Android Auto support $100
App support $0
Apple CarPlay support $100
Bluetooth audio streaming $25
Bluetooth cell phone link $100
CD changer, in-dash$325 
CD player $125
HD radio $50
Mirrorlink support $0
Navigation system $600
SD Card slot $25
SMS text-to-speech reader $25
Telematics service, such as OnStar $200
Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation$225 
Traffic + travel information $25
USB port $25
Voice control for nav and audio $100
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror$75 
Boost gauge $75
Chronometer $100
Compass$0 
Cornering lights $50
Illuminated visor mirror, driver$50 
Illuminated visor mirror, passenger$50 
Interior ambient lighting$150 
Interior ambient lighting, configurable $150
Trip computer $150
Visor mirror, driver $10
Visor mirror, passenger $10
Xenon HID headlights $500
Seats and Interior Trim 
Leather door panel trim $250
Manual height adjuster, driver seat $50
Manual height adjuster, passenger seat $50
Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat $50
Metal pedals $75
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat$100 
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat$100 
Power height adjuster, driver seat$100 
Power height adjuster, passenger seat$100 
Power recliner, driver seat$100 
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat$100 
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat$100 
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Performance steering system (optional)$0 
Sport suspension (upgrade) $0
Total Value of Features$3,630$5,310
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$1,680
Value of Feature Adjustments0-1,615

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

Specifications Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Volkswagen Beetle

Model Year20082016
ModelMalibuBeetle
Body4dr Sedan2dr Hatch
Wheelbase112.3 in100.0 in
Length191.8 in168.4 in
Width70.3 in71.2 in
Height57.1 in58.5 in
Curb Weight3,680 lb.3,104 lb.
Fuel Capacity16.0 gal.14.5 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.4 in39.4 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room55.9 in55.3 in
Row 1 Hip Room53.0 in0.0 in
Row 1 Legroom42.2 in41.3 in
Row 2 Headroom37.2 in37.1 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room53.9 in49.0 in
Row 2 Hip Room52.1 in0.0 in
Row 2 Legroom37.6 in31.4 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum		15.1 ft315.4 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum		15.129.9 ft3

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

Option Package Details
Volkswagen Beetle R-Line SEL

6-speed automated manual
FeatureValueRequested?
6-speed automated manual0Yes
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls100Yes
Total Requested100100%
Total Not Requested00%

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