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Chevrolet Malibu vs. Volkswagen Golf / GTI Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Chevrolet Malibu vs. Volkswagen Golf / GTI Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $29,945

Chevrolet Malibu LTZ   
Difference: $6,915

Lowest Total Invoice: $28,060

Chevrolet Malibu LTZ   
Difference: $7,357

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20092012
ModelMalibuGolf / GTI
TrimLTZR
Body4dr Sedan4dr Hatch
Base Price $26,880 $34,590
Base Invoice $25,402 $33,207
Sunroof 800  
3.6L V6 1,595  
Sunroof and Navigation Package   1,500
Sunroof 664  
3.6L V6 1,324  
Sunroof and Navigation Package   1,440
Options (change) 2,395 1,500
Options (change) 1,988 1,440
Destination 670 770
Total Price $29,945 $36,860
Total Invoice $28,060 $35,417

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Volkswagen Golf / GTI

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Chevrolet Malibu LTZ
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $5,230
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $5,738
Model Year20092012
ModelMalibuGolf / GTI
TrimLTZR
Body4dr Sedan4dr Hatch
Engine252hp V6256hp I4
TransmissionT6M6
DrivetrainFWDAWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)17/26 MPG19/27 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)210, 8300, 8
Tire (rear if not all the same)225/50-18225/40-18
Total Price$29,945$36,860
Adjustments for Features0-1,685
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$29,945$35,175
Total Invoice$28,060$35,417
Adjustments for Features0-1,619
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$28,060$33,798

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Features Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Volkswagen Golf / GTI

Model Year20092012
ModelMalibuGolf / GTI
TrimLTZR
Body4dr Sedan4dr Hatch
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1100 
6-speed manual $150
FWD$0 
AWD $1700
Accessories 
Proximity key $250
Remote start$150 
Universal garage door opener$100 
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats $0
Cargo Management 
Air-conditioned storage compartment $50
Cargo cover $75
Cargo mat$40 
Cargo net$40 
Overhead sunglass holder $25
Rear seat pass-through $100
Climate Control 
Dual-zone climate control $125
Heated windshield washer nozzles $15
Interior air filter $0
Rear air vents $100
Rear wiper $175
Exterior 
Body kit $0
Laminated front side windows$200 
Rear spoiler $200
Infotainment 
Bluetooth audio streaming $25
CD changer, in-dash$325 
CD player $125
iPod integration $100
Navigation system $600
SD Card slot $25
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 
Headlight washers $50
Interior ambient lighting$150 
Steering-linked headlights $150
Trip computer $150
Turn signals on or near mirrors $25
Xenon HID headlights $500
Seats and Interior Trim 
Aluminum trim $100
Center armrest(s), second row $50
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, passenger 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
Transmission 
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls$100 
Total Value of Features$3,505$5,190
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$1,685
Value of Feature Adjustments0-1,619

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See a complete comparison of Chevrolet Malibu vs. Volkswagen Golf / GTI features.

Specifications Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Volkswagen Golf / GTI

Model Year20092012
ModelMalibuGolf / GTI
Body4dr Sedan4dr Hatch
Wheelbase112.3 in101.5 in
Length191.8 in165.4 in
Width70.3 in70.3 in
Height57.1 in58.3 in
Curb Weight3,680 lb.3,326 lb.
Fuel Capacity16.0 gal.14.5 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.4 in39.3 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room55.9 in54.7 in
Row 1 Hip Room53.0 in0.0 in
Row 1 Legroom42.2 in41.2 in
Row 2 Headroom37.2 in38.5 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room53.9 in52.8 in
Row 2 Hip Room52.1 in0.0 in
Row 2 Legroom37.6 in35.5 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum		15.1 ft315.0 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum		15.146.0 ft3

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See a complete comparison of Chevrolet Malibu vs. Volkswagen Golf / GTI specs.

Option Package Details
Volkswagen Golf / GTI R

Sunroof and Navigation Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600No
Sunroof900Yes
Dynaudio, 300W, 8 speakers350No
Total Requested90049%
Total Not Requested95051%

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