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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: $25,750

Chevrolet Malibu LTZ   
Difference: $3,364

Lowest Total Invoice: $24,206

Chevrolet Malibu LTZ   
Difference: $3,028

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20072008
ModelMalibuJetta
TrimLTZGLI
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $23,675 $24,300
Base Invoice $22,373 $22,659
Satellite radio 325  
CD changer, in-dash 300  
Sunroof 800  
Autobahn Package   3,020
6-speed automated manual   1,075
Cargo net   69
Satellite radio 270  
CD changer, in-dash 249  
Sunroof 664  
Autobahn Package   2,797
6-speed automated manual   1,073
Cargo net   55
Options (change) 1,425 4,164
Options (change) 1,183 3,925
Destination 650 650
Total Price $25,750 $29,114
Total Invoice $24,206 $27,234

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Volkswagen Jetta

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Chevrolet Malibu LTZ
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $2,874
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $2,570
Model Year20072008
ModelMalibuJetta
TrimLTZGLI
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine217hp V6200hp I4
TransmissionT4S6
DrivetrainFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)22/32 MPG18/23 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 6250, 10
Tire (rear if not all the same)225/50-17225/45-17
Total Price$25,750$29,114
Adjustments for Features0-490
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$25,750$28,624
Total Invoice$24,206$27,234
Adjustments for Features0-458
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$24,206$26,776

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Features Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Volkswagen Jetta

Model Year20072008
ModelMalibuJetta
TrimLTZGLI
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
4-speed manually-shiftable automatic$900 
6-speed automated manual $1100
FWD$0$0
Accessories 
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
Brake assist $50
Stability control $400
Tire-pressure monitor $75
Cargo Management 
Air-conditioned storage compartment $50
Overhead sunglass holder $25
Rear seat pass-through $100
Climate Control 
Automatic climate control, front$200 
Heated windshield washer nozzles $15
Interior air filter $0
Rear air vents $100
Exterior 
Body kit (gray/black) $0
Bodyside moldings$75 
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) $25
Rear spoiler$200 
Infotainment 
Aux input $50
MP3-compatible player $50
Telematics service, such as OnStar$200 
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Auto-dimming rearview mirror$150 
Automatic headlights$125 
Turn signals on or near mirrors $25
Xenon HID headlights $500
Seats and Interior Trim 
Aluminum trim $100
Center armrest(s), second row $50
Folding passenger seat$150 
Manual height adjuster, driver seat $50
Manual height adjuster, passenger seat $50
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat$50 
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat $150
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat $150
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
Polished alloy wheels$350 
Sport suspension (upgrade) $0
Transmission 
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls $100
Total Value of Features$3,075$3,565
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$490
Value of Feature Adjustments0-458

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

Specifications Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Volkswagen Jetta

Model Year20072008
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.3,802 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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See a complete comparison of Chevrolet Malibu vs. Volkswagen Jetta specs.

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%
Autobahn Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Front seat active head restraints0No
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Heated front seats200Yes
Sunroof900Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat100No
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat100No
Heated windshield washer nozzles15No
Unbranded, 250W, 10 speakers350No
Total Requested200078%
Total Not Requested56522%

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