Chevrolet Malibu Chevrolet Malibu 2009 Volkswagen Jetta Volkswagen Jetta 2007

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

Join Us

Chevrolet Malibu vs. Volkswagen Jetta 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 Jetta Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $27,894

Volkswagen Jetta 2.0T   
Difference: $2,301

Lowest Total Invoice: $26,007

Volkswagen Jetta 2.0T   
Difference: $2,261

Calculate Payments

  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year200920072007
ModelMalibuJettaJetta
TrimLTZ2.0TGLI
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $26,880 $22,110 $24,110
Base Invoice $25,402 $20,585 $22,434
Rear Power Package 250    
Sunroof 800    
3.6L V6 1,595    
Package 2   4,000 3,500
6-speed automated manual   1,075 1,075
Cargo net   69 69
Rear Power Package 208    
Sunroof 664    
3.6L V6 1,324    
Package 2   3,654 3,197
6-speed automated manual   1,073 1,073
Cargo net   55 55
Options (change) 2,645 5,144 4,644
Options (change) 2,196 4,782 4,325
Destination 670 640 640
Total Price $30,195 $27,894 $29,394
Total Invoice $28,268 $26,007 $27,399

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 Jetta 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 Jetta

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Volkswagen Jetta 2.0T
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $1,776
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $1,770
Model Year200920072007
ModelMalibuJettaJetta
TrimLTZ2.0TGLI
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine252hp V6200hp I4200hp I4
TransmissionT6S6S6
DrivetrainFWDFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)17/26 MPG25/32 MPG25/32 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)210, 8250, 10250, 10
Tire (rear if not all the same)225/50-18225/45-17225/45-17
Total Price$30,195$27,894$29,394
Adjustments for Features-5250-125
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$29,670$27,894$29,269
Cost Above Minimum$0$0$1,375
Total Invoice$28,268$26,007$27,399
Adjustments for Features-4910-117
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$27,777$26,007$27,282
Cost Above Minimum$0$0$1,275

Return to top

Features Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Volkswagen Jetta

Model Year200920072007
ModelMalibuJettaJetta
TrimLTZ2.0TGLI
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1100  
6-speed automated manual $1100$1100
FWD$0$0$0
Accessories 
Remote start$150  
Sunshade, rear$125  
Universal garage door opener$100$100 
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats  $0
Cargo Management 
Air-conditioned storage compartment $50$50
Cargo mat$40  
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
Laminated front side windows$200  
Infotainment 
Bluetooth cell phone link$100  
Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation$225  
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror$75  
Auto-dimming rearview mirror$150  
Automatic headlights$125  
Fog lights$125 $125
Trip computer $150$150
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 
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 fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat$100  
Power height adjuster, driver seat$100$100 
Power height adjuster, passenger seat$100  
Power recliner, driver seat$100$100 
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat$100$100 
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat$100  
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Performance steering system (optional)$0  
Sport suspension (upgrade)  $0
Transmission 
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls$100 $100
Total Value of Features$3,365$2,840$2,965
Value of Feature Adjustments$525$0$125
Value of Feature Adjustments-4910-117

Return to top

Specifications Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Volkswagen Jetta

Model Year20092007
ModelMalibuJetta
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase112.3 in101.5 in
Length191.8 in179.3 in
Width70.3 in70.1 in
Height57.1 in57.4 in
Curb Weight3,680 lb.3,352 lb.
Fuel Capacity16.0 gal.14.5 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.4 in38.5 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room55.9 in54.8 in
Row 1 Hip Room53.0 in0.0 in
Row 1 Legroom42.2 in41.2 in
Row 2 Headroom37.2 in37.2 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room53.9 in53.1 in
Row 2 Hip Room52.1 in0.0 in
Row 2 Legroom37.6 in35.4 in
Cargo Volume15.1 ft316.0 ft3

Return to top

Option Package Details
Chevrolet Malibu LTZ

Rear Power Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Sunshade, rear125No
AC power outlet100Yes
Total Requested10044%
Total Not Requested12556%

Option Package Details
Volkswagen Jetta 2.0T

Package 2
FeatureValueRequested?
225/45HR17 tires400No
Sunroof900Yes
Satellite radio200Yes
AC power outlet100Yes
Monsoon, 250W, 10 speakers350No
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power height adjuster, driver seat50Yes
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat100No
Universal garage door opener100Yes
Trip computer150No
Memory system, driver seat200No
Compass0Yes
Dual-zone climate control125No
Perimeter approach lighting25No
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Automatic climate control, front200Yes
Audio controls on steering wheel125Yes
Heated front seats200Yes
Heated windshield washer nozzles15No
Total Requested297569%
Total Not Requested136531%

Option Package Details
Volkswagen Jetta GLI

6-speed automated manual
FeatureValueRequested?
6-speed automated manual0Yes
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls100Yes
Total Requested100100%
Total Not Requested00%
Package 2
FeatureValueRequested?
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat100No
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat100No
Dual-zone climate control125No
Front seat active head restraints0No
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Automatic climate control, front200Yes
AC power outlet100Yes
Monsoon, 250W, 10 speakers350No
Sunroof900Yes
Satellite radio200Yes
Heated front seats200Yes
Heated windshield washer nozzles15No
Total Requested250078%
Total Not Requested69022%

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.