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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: $25,750

Chevrolet Malibu LTZ   
Difference: $2,290

Lowest Total Invoice: $24,206

Chevrolet Malibu LTZ   
Difference: $2,683

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20072012
ModelMalibuJetta
TrimLTZGLI
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $23,675 $23,745
Base Invoice $22,373 $22,795
CD changer, in-dash 300  
Satellite radio 325  
Sunroof 800  
Autobahn Package   2,050
Rear spoiler   375
6-speed automated manual   1,100
CD changer, in-dash 249  
Satellite radio 270  
Sunroof 664  
Autobahn Package   1,968
Rear spoiler   300
6-speed automated manual   1,056
Options (change) 1,425 3,525
Options (change) 1,183 3,324
Destination 650 770
Total Price $25,750 $28,040
Total Invoice $24,206 $26,889

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Volkswagen Jetta

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Chevrolet Malibu LTZ
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $2,890
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $3,247
Model Year20072012
ModelMalibuJetta
TrimLTZGLI
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine217hp V6200hp I4
TransmissionT4S6
DrivetrainFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)22/32 MPG24/32 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 6400, 9
Tire (rear if not all the same)225/50-17225/40-18
Total Price$25,750$28,040
Adjustments for Features-6000
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$25,150$28,040
Total Invoice$24,206$26,889
Adjustments for Features-5640
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$23,642$26,889

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Features Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Volkswagen Jetta

Model Year20072012
ModelMalibuJetta
TrimLTZGLI
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
4-speed manually-shiftable automatic$900 
6-speed automated manual $1100
FWD$0$0
Accessories 
Power-adjustable pedals$125 
Remote start$150 
Universal garage door opener$100 
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats $0
Brake assist $50
Stability control $400
Tire-pressure monitor $75
Cargo Management 
Air-conditioned storage compartment $50
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
Exterior 
Bodyside moldings$75 
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) $25
Infotainment 
Aux input $50
Bluetooth audio streaming $25
Bluetooth cell phone link $100
HD radio $50
iPod integration $100
MP3-compatible player $50
Telematics service, such as OnStar$200 
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Auto-dimming rearview mirror$150 
Automatic headlights$125 
Turn signals on or near mirrors $25
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row $50
Folding passenger seat$150 
Leather seating surfaces$900 
Manual height adjuster, driver seat $50
Manual height adjuster, passenger seat $50
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat$100 
Power height adjuster, driver seat$100 
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat$100 
Soft-touch instrument panel (optional) $0
Synthetic leather seating surfaces $0
Synthetic suede inserts in leather seating surfaces$0 
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Alloy wheels $350
Polished alloy wheels$350 
Sport suspension (upgrade) $0
Transmission 
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls $100
Total Value of Features$3,565$2,965
Value of Feature Adjustments$600$0
Value of Feature Adjustments-5640

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

Specifications Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Volkswagen Jetta

Model Year20072012
ModelMalibuJetta
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase106.3 in104.4 in
Length188.3 in182.2 in
Width69.9 in70.0 in
Height57.5 in57.2 in
Curb Weight3,297 lb.3,157 lb.
Fuel Capacity16.3 gal.14.5 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.6 in38.2 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room56.7 in55.2 in
Row 1 Hip Room53.2 in0.0 in
Row 1 Legroom41.9 in41.2 in
Row 2 Headroom37.6 in37.1 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room56.1 in53.6 in
Row 2 Hip Room52.4 in0.0 in
Row 2 Legroom38.5 in38.1 in
Cargo Volume15.4 ft315.5 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?
Automatic climate control, front200Yes
Heated front seats200Yes
Sunroof900Yes
Dual-zone climate control125No
Synthetic leather seating surfaces0No
Heated windshield washer nozzles15No
Air-conditioned storage compartment50No
225/40HR18 tires400No
Fender, 400W, 9 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Total Requested130058%
Total Not Requested94042%

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