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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: $25,925

Chevrolet Malibu Hybrid   
Difference: $6,015

Lowest Total Invoice: $24,349

Chevrolet Malibu Hybrid   
Difference: $6,345

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20092015
ModelMalibuJetta
TrimHybridHybrid SEL Premium
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $25,555 $31,120
Base Invoice $24,149 $29,874
Power driver seat 200  
Sunroof 800  
Power driver seat 166  
Sunroof 664  
Options (change) 1,000 0
Options (change) 830 0
Destination 670 820
Gas Tax -1,300 0
Total Price $25,925 $31,940
Total Invoice $24,349 $30,694

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Volkswagen Jetta

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Chevrolet Malibu Hybrid
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $3,195
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $3,635
Model Year20092015
ModelMalibuJetta
TrimHybridHybrid SEL Premium
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine164hp I4 H170hp I4 H
TransmissionA4S7
DrivetrainFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)26/34 MPG42/48 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 6?, 6
Tire (rear if not all the same)215/55-17225/45-17
Total Price$25,925$31,940
Adjustments for Features0-2,820
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$25,925$29,120
Total Invoice$24,349$30,694
Adjustments for Features0-2,710
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$24,349$27,984

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Features Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Volkswagen Jetta

Model Year20092015
ModelMalibuJetta
TrimHybridHybrid SEL Premium
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
4-speed automatic$800 
7-speed automated manual $1200
FWD$0$0
Accessories 
Proximity key $250
Remote app $25
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats $0
Forward collision warning $200
Obstacle detection, front $150
Obstacle detection, rear $250
Temporary spare tire$150 
Vehicle health reports $0
Cargo Management 
Air-conditioned storage compartment $50
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 
Engine / Motor 
Automatic start / stop $150
Exterior 
Body kit $0
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)$25 
Laminated front side windows$200 
Rear spoiler $200
Infotainment 
Bluetooth audio streaming $25
Bluetooth cell phone link $100
iPod integration $100
Telematics service, such as OnStar $200
Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation$225 
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Auto-dimming rearview mirror $150
Fog lights $125
Heated mirrors $25
Illuminated visor mirror, driver $50
Illuminated visor mirror, passenger $50
Large energy flow and fuel economy display $25
Tachometer$75 
Trip computer $150
Turn signals on or near mirrors $25
Visor mirror, driver$10 
Visor mirror, passenger$10 
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row $50
Door sill trim plates$100 
Heated front seats $200
Leather-wrapped steering wheel $150
Manual height adjuster, passenger seat $50
Power recliner, driver seat $100
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat$100 
Soft-touch instrument panel (optional) $0
Synthetic leather seating surfaces $0
Total Value of Features$1,770$4,590
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$2,820
Value of Feature Adjustments0-2,710

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Specifications Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Volkswagen Jetta

Model Year20092015
ModelMalibuJetta
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase112.3 in104.4 in
Length191.8 in183.3 in
Width70.3 in70.0 in
Height57.1 in57.2 in
Curb Weight3,550 lb.3,411 lb.
Fuel Capacity16.0 gal.14.5 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.4 in38.2 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room55.9 in55.2 in
Row 1 Hip Room53.0 in0.0 in
Row 1 Legroom42.2 in41.2 in
Row 2 Headroom37.2 in37.1 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room53.9 in53.6 in
Row 2 Hip Room52.1 in0.0 in
Row 2 Legroom37.6 in38.1 in
Cargo Volume15.1 ft315.7 ft3

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Option Package Details
Chevrolet Malibu Hybrid

Power driver seat
FeatureValueRequested?
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat100No
Total Requested10050%
Total Not Requested10050%

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