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Chevrolet Malibu vs. Volkswagen Jetta Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Chevrolet Malibu vs. Volkswagen Jetta Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $25,115

Chevrolet Malibu LTZ   
Difference: $2,588

Lowest Total Invoice: $23,605

Chevrolet Malibu LTZ   
Difference: $1,864

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year200620062006
ModelMalibuJettaJetta
TrimLTZ2.0TGLI
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $23,065 $23,590 $23,790
Base Invoice $21,797 $21,702 $21,884
Sunroof 800    
Satellite radio 325    
CD changer, in-dash 300    
Package 1   1,860  
Cargo net   69 69
Rear spoiler   479 479
6-speed automated manual   1,075 1,075
Package 2     3,200
Sunroof 664    
Satellite radio 270    
CD changer, in-dash 249    
Package 1   1,699  
Cargo net   55 55
Rear spoiler   310 310
6-speed automated manual   1,073 1,073
Package 2     2,923
Options (change) 1,425 3,483 4,823
Options (change) 1,183 3,137 4,361
Destination 625 630 630
Total Price $25,115 $27,703 $29,243
Total Invoice $23,605 $25,469 $26,875

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Volkswagen Jetta

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Chevrolet Malibu LTZ
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $1,523
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $885
Model Year200620062006
ModelMalibuJettaJetta
TrimLTZ2.0TGLI
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine201hp V6200hp I4200hp I4
TransmissionT4S6S6
DrivetrainFWDFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)22/32 MPG25/31 MPG25/31 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 6?, 10?, 10
Tire (rear if not all the same)225/50-17205/55-16225/45-17
Total Price$25,115$27,703$29,243
Adjustments for Features0-1,065-1,040
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$25,115$26,638$28,203
Cost Above Minimum$0$0$1,565
Total Invoice$23,605$25,469$26,875
Adjustments for Features0-979-956
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$23,605$24,490$25,919
Cost Above Minimum$0$0$1,429

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Features Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Volkswagen Jetta

Model Year200620062006
ModelMalibuJettaJetta
TrimLTZ2.0TGLI
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
4-speed manually-shiftable automatic$900  
6-speed automated manual $1100$1100
FWD$0$0$0
Accessories 
AC power outlet $100$100
Power-adjustable pedals$125  
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
Cargo Management 
Air-conditioned storage compartment $50$50
Overhead sunglass holder $25$25
Rear seat pass-through $100$100
Climate Control 
Dual-zone climate control $125$125
Heated windshield washer nozzles $15$15
Interior air filter $0$0
Rear air vents $100$100
Exterior 
Body kit (gray/black)  $0
Bodyside moldings$75  
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) $25$25
Infotainment 
MP3-compatible player $50$50
Telematics service, such as OnStar$200  
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Auto-dimming rearview mirror$150  
Automatic headlights$125  
Fog lights$125 $125
Headlight washers  $50
Turn signals on or near mirrors $25$25
Xenon HID headlights  $500
Seats and Interior Trim 
Aluminum trim  $100
Center armrest(s), second row $50$50
Folding passenger seat$150$150 
Manual height adjuster, driver seat  $50
Manual height adjuster, passenger seat $50$50
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat$50  
Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat $50 
Memory system, driver seat $200 
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat $150$150
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat  $150
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat$100$100 
Power height adjuster, driver seat$100$100 
Power recliner, driver seat $100 
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat$100$100 
Synthetic suede inserts in leather seating surfaces$0  
Wood trim $300 
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Alloy wheels $350$350
Polished alloy wheels$350  
Sport suspension (upgrade)  $0
Transmission 
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls  $100
Total Value of Features$2,800$3,865$3,840
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$1,065$1,040
Value of Feature Adjustments0-979-956

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Specifications Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Volkswagen Jetta

Model Year20062006
ModelMalibuJetta
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase106.3 in101.5 in
Length188.3 in179.3 in
Width69.9 in70.1 in
Height57.5 in57.4 in
Curb Weight3,297 lb.3,303 lb.
Fuel Capacity16.3 gal.14.5 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.6 in38.5 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room56.7 in54.8 in
Row 1 Hip Room53.2 in0.0 in
Row 1 Legroom41.9 in41.2 in
Row 2 Headroom37.6 in37.2 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room56.1 in53.1 in
Row 2 Hip Room52.4 in0.0 in
Row 2 Legroom38.5 in35.4 in
Cargo Volume15.4 ft316.0 ft3

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Option Package Details
Volkswagen Jetta 2.0T

Package 1
FeatureValueRequested?
Wood trim300No
Memory system, driver seat200No
Dual-zone climate control125No
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Automatic climate control, front200Yes
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power height adjuster, driver seat50Yes
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat100No
Total Requested135065%
Total Not Requested72535%

Option Package Details
Volkswagen Jetta GLI

6-speed automated manual
FeatureValueRequested?
6-speed automated manual0Yes
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls100No
Total Requested00%
Total Not Requested100100%
Package 2
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Automatic climate control, front200Yes
Heated front seats200Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat100No
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat100No
Dual-zone climate control125No
Heated windshield washer nozzles15No
Sunroof900Yes
Satellite radio200Yes
AC power outlet100No
Total Requested240085%
Total Not Requested44015%

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