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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: $30,180

Volkswagen Jetta 2.0T   
Difference: $290

Lowest Total Invoice: $27,868

Volkswagen Jetta 2.0T   
Difference: $938

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20112006
ModelMalibuJetta
TrimLTZ2.0T
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $27,165 $23,590
Base Invoice $25,806 $21,702
Temporary spare tire 100  
Sunroof 850  
3.6L V6 1,595  
Package 3   4,885
6-speed automated manual   1,075
Temporary spare tire 88  
Sunroof 748  
3.6L V6 1,404  
Package 3   4,463
6-speed automated manual   1,073
Options (change) 2,545 5,960
Options (change) 2,240 5,536
Destination 760 630
Total Price $30,470 $30,180
Total Invoice $28,806 $27,868

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Volkswagen Jetta

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Volkswagen Jetta 2.0T
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $2,040
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $2,554
Model Year20112006
ModelMalibuJetta
TrimLTZ2.0T
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine252hp V6200hp I4
TransmissionT6S6
DrivetrainFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)17/26 MPG25/31 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 8?, 10
Tire (rear if not all the same)225/50-18225/45-17
Total Price$30,470$30,180
Adjustments for Features0-1,750
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$30,470$28,430
Total Invoice$28,806$27,868
Adjustments for Features0-1,616
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$28,806$26,252

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Features Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Volkswagen Jetta

Model Year20112006
ModelMalibuJetta
TrimLTZ2.0T
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1100 
6-speed automated manual $1100
FWD$0$0
Accessories 
Remote start$150 
Universal garage door opener $100
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats $0
Obstacle detection, rear $250
Cargo Management 
Air-conditioned storage compartment $50
Cargo mat$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
Rain-sensing wipers $175
Rear air vents $100
Variable intermittent wipers$75 
Exterior 
Laminated front side windows$200 
Infotainment 
Aux input$50 
Bluetooth cell phone link$100 
CD changer, in-dash $325
CD player$125 
Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation$225 
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Fog lights$125 
Headlight washers $50
Trip computer $150
Turn signals on or near mirrors $25
Xenon HID headlights $500
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row $50
Memory system, driver seat $200
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat $150
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat $150
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat$100 
Power recliner, passenger seat $100
Wood trim $300
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Performance steering system (optional)$0 
Total Value of Features$2,290$4,040
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$1,750
Value of Feature Adjustments0-1,616

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Specifications Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Volkswagen Jetta

Model Year20112006
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 Weight3,645 lb.3,303 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

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

Option Package Details
Volkswagen Jetta 2.0T

Package 3
FeatureValueRequested?
Tire-pressure monitor75Yes
Power recliner, passenger seat100No
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat100No
Universal garage door opener100No
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Rain-sensing wipers100No
Automatic headlights125Yes
Sunshade, rear125Yes
Power height adjuster, passenger seat50Yes
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Obstacle detection, rear250No
Perimeter approach lighting25No
Xenon HID headlights500No
Headlight washers50No
225/45HR17 tires400No
Wood trim300No
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power height adjuster, driver seat50Yes
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat100No
Memory system, driver seat200No
Dual-zone climate control125No
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Automatic climate control, front200Yes
Total Requested207547%
Total Not Requested235053%

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