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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: $29,244

Volkswagen Jetta GLI   
Difference: $1,226

Lowest Total Invoice: $27,355

Volkswagen Jetta GLI   
Difference: $1,451

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20112008
ModelMalibuJetta
TrimLTZGLI
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $27,165 $24,300
Base Invoice $25,806 $22,659
Temporary spare tire 100  
Sunroof 850  
3.6L V6 1,595  
Autobahn Package   3,020
6-speed automated manual   1,075
iPod integration   199
Temporary spare tire 88  
Sunroof 748  
3.6L V6 1,404  
Autobahn Package   2,797
6-speed automated manual   1,073
iPod integration   176
Options (change) 2,545 4,294
Options (change) 2,240 4,046
Destination 760 650
Total Price $30,470 $29,244
Total Invoice $28,806 $27,355

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Volkswagen Jetta

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Volkswagen Jetta GLI
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $776
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $1,026
Model Year20112008
ModelMalibuJetta
TrimLTZGLI
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine252hp V6200hp I4
TransmissionT6S6
DrivetrainFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)17/26 MPG18/23 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 8250, 10
Tire (rear if not all the same)225/50-18225/45-17
Total Price$30,470$29,244
Adjustments for Features-4500
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$30,020$29,244
Total Invoice$28,806$27,355
Adjustments for Features-4250
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$28,381$27,355

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Features Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Volkswagen Jetta

Model Year20112008
ModelMalibuJetta
TrimLTZGLI
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1100 
6-speed automated manual $1100
FWD$0$0
Accessories 
AC power outlet$100 
Remote start$150 
Sunshade, rear$125 
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats $0
Cargo Management 
Air-conditioned storage compartment $50
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
Exterior 
Body kit (gray/black) $0
Laminated front side windows$200 
Infotainment 
Aux input$50 
Bluetooth cell phone link$100 
CD changer, in-dash $325
CD player$125 
iPod integration $100
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 
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
Metal pedals $75
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat $150
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat $150
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, driver 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$3,665$3,215
Value of Feature Adjustments$450$0
Value of Feature Adjustments-4250

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

Specifications Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Volkswagen Jetta

Model Year20112008
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.3,802 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 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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