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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: $28,024

Volkswagen Jetta 2.0T   
Difference: $2,936

Lowest Total Invoice: $26,128

Volkswagen Jetta 2.0T   
Difference: $3,171

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year201220072007
ModelMalibuJettaJetta
TrimLTZ2.0TGLI
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $28,600 $22,110 $24,110
Base Invoice $27,027 $20,585 $22,434
3.6L V6 1,600    
Package 2   4,000 3,500
6-speed automated manual   1,075 1,075
iPod integration   199 199
3.6L V6 1,512    
Package 2   3,654 3,197
6-speed automated manual   1,073 1,073
iPod integration   176 176
Options (change) 1,600 5,274 4,774
Options (change) 1,512 4,903 4,446
Destination 760 640 640
Total Price $30,960 $28,024 $29,524
Total Invoice $29,299 $26,128 $27,520

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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: $2,936
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $3,171
Model Year201220072007
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)?, 8250, 10250, 10
Tire (rear if not all the same)225/50-18225/45-17225/45-17
Total Price$30,960$28,024$29,524
Adjustments for Features00-125
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$30,960$28,024$29,399
Cost Above Minimum$0$0$1,375
Total Invoice$29,299$26,128$27,520
Adjustments for Features00-117
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$29,299$26,128$27,403
Cost Above Minimum$0$0$1,275

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Features Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Volkswagen Jetta

Model Year201220072007
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  
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$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
Bodyside moldings$75  
Laminated front side windows$200  
Infotainment 
Aux input$50  
Bluetooth cell phone link$100  
CD changer, in-dash $325$325
CD player$125  
iPod integration $100$100
Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation$225  
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
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, 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 lumbar adjuster, driver 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
Total Value of Features$3,265$3,265$3,390
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$0$125
Value of Feature Adjustments00-117

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Specifications Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Volkswagen Jetta

Model Year20122007
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.3,352 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

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Option Package Details
Volkswagen Jetta 2.0T

Package 2
FeatureValueRequested?
225/45HR17 tires400No
Sunroof900Yes
Satellite radio200Yes
AC power outlet100Yes
Monsoon, 250W, 10 speakers350No
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat100No
Universal garage door opener100No
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
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power height adjuster, driver seat50Yes
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Heated front seats200Yes
Heated windshield washer nozzles15No
Total Requested287566%
Total Not Requested146534%

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

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