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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: $30,470

Chevrolet Malibu LTZ   
Difference: $1,225

Lowest Total Invoice: $28,806

Chevrolet Malibu LTZ   
Difference: $1,653

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20112011
ModelMalibuGolf / GTI
TrimLTZGTI
Body4dr Sedan4dr Hatch
Base Price $27,165 $24,295
Base Invoice $25,806 $23,323
Temporary spare tire 100  
Sunroof 850  
3.6L V6 1,595  
Autobahn Package   5,530
6-speed automated manual   1,100
Temporary spare tire 88  
Sunroof 748  
3.6L V6 1,404  
Autobahn Package   5,310
6-speed automated manual   1,056
Options (change) 2,545 6,630
Options (change) 2,240 6,366
Destination 760 770
Total Price $30,470 $31,695
Total Invoice $28,806 $30,459

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

Lowest Adjusted Price: Volkswagen Golf / GTI GTI
Lowest Adjusted Invoice: Chevrolet Malibu LTZ
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $0
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $476
Model Year20112011
ModelMalibuGolf / GTI
TrimLTZGTI
Body4dr Sedan4dr Hatch
Engine252hp V6200hp I4
TransmissionT6S6
DrivetrainFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)17/26 MPG24/33 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 8300, 8
Tire (rear if not all the same)225/50-18225/40-18
Total Price$30,470$31,695
Adjustments for Features0-1,225
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$30,470$30,470
Total Invoice$28,806$30,459
Adjustments for Features0-1,177
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$28,806$29,282

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Features Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Volkswagen Golf / GTI

Model Year20112011
ModelMalibuGolf / GTI
TrimLTZGTI
Body4dr Sedan4dr Hatch
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1100 
6-speed automated manual $1100
FWD$0$0
Accessories 
AC power outlet$100 
Proximity key $250
Remote start$150 
Sunshade, rear$125 
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats $0
Full-size spare tire $225
Temporary spare tire$150 
Cargo Management 
Air-conditioned storage compartment $50
Cargo cover $75
Cargo mat$40 
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
Rear wiper $175
Exterior 
Laminated front side windows$200 
Rear spoiler $200
Infotainment 
Bluetooth audio streaming $25
HD radio $50
iPod integration $100
Navigation system $600
SD Card slot $25
Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation$225 
USB port$25 
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Auto-dimming rearview mirror$150 
Automatic headlights$125 
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, driver 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 lumbar adjuster, driver 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 
Launch control $100
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls $100
Total Value of Features$3,440$4,665
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$1,225
Value of Feature Adjustments0-1,177

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Specifications Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Volkswagen Golf / GTI

Model Year20112011
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 Weight3,645 lb.3,090 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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Option Package Details
Volkswagen Golf / GTI GTI

6-speed automated manual
FeatureValueRequested?
6-speed automated manual0Yes
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls100No
Launch control100No
Total Requested00%
Total Not Requested200100%
Autobahn Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Proximity key250No
Dynaudio, 300W, 8 speakers350No
Xenon HID headlights500No
HD radio50No
Navigation system600No
Steering-linked headlights150No
CD changer, in-dash200No
SD Card slot25No
Audio controls on steering wheel125Yes
Sunroof900Yes
Total Requested192548%
Total Not Requested212552%

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