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Chevrolet Malibu vs. Volkswagen Passat Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Chevrolet Malibu vs. Volkswagen Passat Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $26,114

Chevrolet Malibu SS   
Difference: $13,076

Lowest Total Invoice: $24,484

Chevrolet Malibu SS   
Difference: $12,935

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20072015
ModelMalibuPassat
TrimSSV6 SEL Premium
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $23,470 $35,995
Base Invoice $22,179 $34,519
Sunroof 800  
Satellite radio 199  
CD changer, in-dash 300  
Telematics service, such as OnStar 695  
Cargo net   100
Rear spoiler   375
Body kit   1,900
Sunroof 664  
Satellite radio 165  
CD changer, in-dash 249  
Telematics service, such as OnStar 577  
Cargo net   80
Rear spoiler   300
Body kit   1,700
Options (change) 1,994 2,375
Options (change) 1,655 2,080
Destination 650 820
Total Price $26,114 $39,190
Total Invoice $24,484 $37,419

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Volkswagen Passat

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Chevrolet Malibu SS
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $8,006
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $8,094
Model Year20072015
ModelMalibuPassat
TrimSSV6 SEL Premium
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine240hp V6280hp V6
TransmissionT4S6
DrivetrainFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)18/26 MPG20/28 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 6400, 9
Tire (rear if not all the same)225/50-18235/45-18
Total Price$26,114$39,190
Adjustments for Features0-5,070
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$26,114$34,120
Total Invoice$24,484$37,419
Adjustments for Features0-4,841
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$24,484$32,578

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Features Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Volkswagen Passat

Model Year20072015
ModelMalibuPassat
TrimSSV6 SEL Premium
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 
Proximity key $250
Remote app $25
Universal garage door opener $100
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Brake assist $50
Rearview camera $200
Stability control $400
Tire-pressure monitor $75
Vehicle health reports $0
Cargo Management 
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 
Infotainment 
Aux input $50
Bluetooth audio streaming $25
Bluetooth cell phone link $100
DVD-compatible player $0
HD radio $50
iPod integration $100
Media drive $15
MP3-compatible player $50
Navigation system $600
Traffic + travel information $25
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Analog clock $25
Auto-dimming rearview mirror $150
Cornering lights $50
Heated mirrors $25
Illuminated visor mirror, passenger $50
Turn signals on or near mirrors $25
Visor mirror, passenger$10 
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row $50
Heated front seats $200
Leather seating surfaces $900
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat$50 
Memory system, driver seat $200
Partial leather seating sufaces$450 
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat $100
Power height adjuster, passenger seat $100
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat $100
Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat $100
Power recliner, driver seat $100
Power recliner, passenger seat $100
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat $100
Synthetic suede inserts in seating surfaces $450
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Alloy wheels $350
Performance steering system (optional)$0 
Polished alloy wheels$350 
Sport suspension (upgrade)$0 
Transmission 
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls $100
Total Value of Features$1,960$7,030
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$5,070
Value of Feature Adjustments0-4,841

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Specifications Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Volkswagen Passat

Model Year20072015
ModelMalibuPassat
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase106.3 in110.4 in
Length188.3 in191.6 in
Width69.9 in72.2 in
Height57.5 in58.5 in
Curb Weight3,315 lb.3,423 lb.
Fuel Capacity16.3 gal.18.5 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.6 in38.3 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room56.7 in56.9 in
Row 1 Hip Room53.2 in0.0 in
Row 1 Legroom41.9 in42.4 in
Row 2 Headroom37.6 in37.8 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room56.1 in57.0 in
Row 2 Hip Room52.4 in0.0 in
Row 2 Legroom38.5 in39.1 in
Cargo Volume15.4 ft315.9 ft3

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