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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: $30,470

Chevrolet Malibu LTZ   
Difference: $6,694

Lowest Total Invoice: $28,806

Chevrolet Malibu LTZ   
Difference: $5,856

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20112008
ModelMalibuPassat
TrimLTZVR6
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $27,165 $36,050
Base Invoice $25,806 $33,597
Temporary spare tire 100  
Sunroof 850  
3.6L V6 1,595  
iPod integration   199
Heated front seats   225
Temporary spare tire 88  
Sunroof 748  
3.6L V6 1,404  
iPod integration   176
Heated front seats   199
Options (change) 2,545 424
Options (change) 2,240 375
Destination 760 690
Total Price $30,470 $37,164
Total Invoice $28,806 $34,662

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Volkswagen Passat

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Chevrolet Malibu LTZ
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $4,704
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $4,000
Model Year20112008
ModelMalibuPassat
TrimLTZVR6
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine252hp V6280hp V6
TransmissionT6T6
DrivetrainFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)17/26 MPG17/26 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 8600, 10
Tire (rear if not all the same)225/50-18235/40-18
Total Price$30,470$37,164
Adjustments for Features0-1,990
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$30,470$35,174
Total Invoice$28,806$34,662
Adjustments for Features0-1,856
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$28,806$32,806

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Features Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Volkswagen Passat

Model Year20112008
ModelMalibuPassat
TrimLTZVR6
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1100$1100
FWD$0$0
Accessories 
AC power outlet$100 
Remote start$150 
Sunshades, second row $125
Universal garage door opener $100
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Full-size spare tire $225
Obstacle detection, rear $250
Temporary spare tire$150 
Cargo Management 
Cargo mat$40 
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
Rain-sensing wipers $175
Rear air vents $100
Variable intermittent wipers$75 
Exterior 
Bodyside moldings $75
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)$25 
Laminated front side windows$200 
Infotainment 
Aux input$50 
Bluetooth cell phone link$100 
CD changer, in-dash $325
CD player$125 
iPod integration $100
Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation$225 
USB port$25 
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Steering-linked headlights $150
Trip computer $150
Turn signals on or near mirrors $25
Xenon HID headlights $500
Seats and Interior Trim 
Aluminum trim $100
Center armrest(s), second row $50
Door sill trim plates$100 
Memory system, driver seat $200
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat $150
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat $150
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat$100 
Power recliner, 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$2,565$4,555
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$1,990
Value of Feature Adjustments0-1,856

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Specifications Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Volkswagen Passat

Model Year20112008
ModelMalibuPassat
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase112.3 in106.7 in
Length191.8 in188.2 in
Width70.3 in71.7 in
Height57.1 in58.0 in
Curb Weight3,645 lb.3,576 lb.
Fuel Capacity16.0 gal.18.5 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.4 in38.4 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room55.9 in55.7 in
Row 1 Hip Room53.0 in0.0 in
Row 1 Legroom42.2 in41.4 in
Row 2 Headroom37.2 in37.8 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room53.9 in54.6 in
Row 2 Hip Room52.1 in0.0 in
Row 2 Legroom37.6 in37.7 in
Cargo Volume15.1 ft314.2 ft3

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