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Chevrolet Malibu vs. Volkswagen Passat Price Comparison (MSRP)

The sticker prices, before adjusting for remaining feature differences. Usually these are the numbers you will see on the window stickers.

Models in short supply often sell at or even above these prices.

Chevrolet Malibu vs. Volkswagen Passat Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $28,545

Chevrolet Malibu LTZ   
Difference: $5,395

Lowest Total Invoice: $26,919

Chevrolet Malibu LTZ   
Difference: $5,619

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20082012
ModelMalibuPassat
TrimLTZV6 SEL Premium
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $27,095 $32,950
Base Invoice $25,605 $31,600
Sunroof 800  
Cargo net   95
Cargo mat   125
Sunroof 664  
Cargo net   69
Cargo mat   99
Options (change) 800 220
Options (change) 664 168
Destination 650 770
Total Price $28,545 $33,940
Total Invoice $26,919 $32,538

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Volkswagen Passat

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Chevrolet Malibu LTZ
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $3,965
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $4,248
Model Year20082012
ModelMalibuPassat
TrimLTZV6 SEL Premium
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine252hp V6280hp V6
TransmissionT6S6
DrivetrainFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)17/26 MPG20/28 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)210, 8400, 9
Tire (rear if not all the same)225/50-18235/45-18
Total Price$28,545$33,940
Adjustments for Features0-1,430
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$28,545$32,510
Total Invoice$26,919$32,538
Adjustments for Features0-1,371
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$26,919$31,167

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Features Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Volkswagen Passat

Model Year20082012
ModelMalibuPassat
TrimLTZV6 SEL Premium
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1100 
6-speed automated manual $1100
FWD$0$0
Accessories 
Proximity key $250
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
Exterior 
Bodyside moldings $75
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)$25 
Laminated front side windows$200 
Infotainment 
Bluetooth audio streaming $25
Bluetooth cell phone link $100
CD changer, in-dash$325 
CD player $125
DVD-compatible player $0
HD radio $50
iPod integration $100
Media drive $15
Navigation system $600
SD Card slot $25
Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation$225 
Traffic information $25
Voice control for nav and audio $100
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Analog clock $25
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror$75 
Compass$0 
Cornering lights $50
Trip computer $150
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row $50
Door sill trim plates$100 
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat$50 
Memory system, driver seat $200
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat $100
Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat $100
Power recliner, passenger seat $100
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat$100 
Synthetic suede inserts in leather seating surfaces $0
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Performance steering system (optional)$0 
Total Value of Features$2,200$3,630
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$1,430
Value of Feature Adjustments0-1,371

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Specifications Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Volkswagen Passat

Model Year20082012
ModelMalibuPassat
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase112.3 in110.4 in
Length191.8 in191.6 in
Width70.3 in72.2 in
Height57.1 in58.5 in
Curb Weight3,680 lb.3,446 lb.
Fuel Capacity16.0 gal.18.5 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.4 in38.3 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room55.9 in56.9 in
Row 1 Hip Room53.0 in0.0 in
Row 1 Legroom42.2 in42.4 in
Row 2 Headroom37.2 in37.8 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room53.9 in57.0 in
Row 2 Hip Room52.1 in0.0 in
Row 2 Legroom37.6 in39.1 in
Cargo Volume15.1 ft315.9 ft3

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