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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: $30,960

Chevrolet Malibu LTZ   
Difference: $2,885

Lowest Total Invoice: $29,299

Chevrolet Malibu LTZ   
Difference: $3,170

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20122012
ModelMalibuPassat
TrimLTZV6 SEL Premium
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $28,600 $32,950
Base Invoice $27,027 $31,600
3.6L V6 1,600  
Cargo mat   125
3.6L V6 1,512  
Cargo mat   99
Options (change) 1,600 125
Options (change) 1,512 99
Destination 760 770
Total Price $30,960 $33,845
Total Invoice $29,299 $32,469

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Volkswagen Passat

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Chevrolet Malibu LTZ
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $1,305
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $1,654
Model Year20122012
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)?, 8400, 9
Tire (rear if not all the same)225/50-18235/45-18
Total Price$30,960$33,845
Adjustments for Features0-1,580
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$30,960$32,265
Total Invoice$29,299$32,469
Adjustments for Features0-1,516
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$29,299$30,953

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Features Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Volkswagen Passat

Model Year20122012
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 
AC power outlet$100 
Proximity key $250
Universal garage door opener $100
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 
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)$25 
Laminated front side windows$200 
Infotainment 
Bluetooth audio streaming $25
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
USB port$25 
Voice control for nav and audio $100
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Analog clock $25
Compass$0 
Cornering lights $50
Trip computer $150
Turn signals on or near mirrors $25
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row $50
Door sill trim plates$100 
Memory system, driver seat $200
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 
Transmission 
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls $100
Total Value of Features$1,875$3,455
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$1,580
Value of Feature Adjustments0-1,516

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Specifications Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Volkswagen Passat

Model Year20122012
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 Weight3,645 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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