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Chevrolet Sonic vs. Chevrolet Malibu Classic Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Chevrolet Sonic vs. Chevrolet Malibu Classic Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $19,545

Chevrolet Sonic LT   
Difference: $2,950

Lowest Total Invoice: $18,749

Chevrolet Sonic LT   
Difference: $2,471

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year201820182008
ModelSonicSonicMalibu Classic
TrimLTPremierLT
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $17,695 $19,795 $20,320
Base Invoice $16,987 $19,003 $19,304
Convenience Package 875    
Engine-block heater 100 100 75
Sunroof   850 800
Front Seating Package     450
Satellite radio     200
Convenience Package 796    
Engine-block heater 91 91 62
Sunroof   774 664
Front Seating Package     374
Satellite radio     166
Options (change) 975 950 1,525
Options (change) 887 865 1,266
Destination 875 875 650
Total Price $19,545 $21,620 $22,495
Total Invoice $18,749 $20,743 $21,220

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Chevrolet Sonic vs. Chevrolet Malibu Classic

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Chevrolet Sonic LT
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $3,835
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $3,320
Model Year201820182008
ModelSonicSonicMalibu Classic
TrimLTPremierLT
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine138hp I4138hp I4219hp V6
TransmissionM6M6T4
DrivetrainFWDFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 6?, 6?, 6
Tire (rear if not all the same)195/65-15205/50-17215/60-16
Total Price$19,545$21,620$22,495
Adjustments for Features-885-1,7850
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$18,660$19,835$22,495
Cost Above Minimum$0$1,175$0
Total Invoice$18,749$20,743$21,220
Adjustments for Features-849-1,7130
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$17,900$19,030$21,220
Cost Above Minimum$0$1,130$0

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Features Comparison: Chevrolet Sonic vs. Chevrolet Malibu Classic

Model Year201820182008
ModelSonicSonicMalibu Classic
TrimLTPremierLT
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manual$150$150 
4-speed manually-shiftable automatic  $900
FWD$0$0$0
Accessories 
Heated steering wheel$100$100 
Proximity key$250$250 
Remote app$25$25 
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
4-wheel disc brakes  $150
Brake assist$50$50 
Front side airbags$350$350 
Knee airbag, driver$75$75 
Knee airbag, passenger$75$75 
Rear side airbags$300$300 
Rearview camera$200$200 
Rollover sensor$50$50 
Stability control$400$400 
Vehicle health reports$0$0 
Climate Control 
Interior air filter$0$0 
Exterior 
Bodyside moldings  $75
Sunroof $900$900
Infotainment 
4G LTE connectivity$0$0 
Android Auto support$100$100 
App support$0$0 
Apple CarPlay support$100$100 
Aux input$50$50 
Bluetooth audio streaming$25$25 
Bluetooth cell phone link$100$100 
CD player  $125
SMS text-to-speech reader$25$25 
Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation$225$225 
USB port$25$25 
Voice control for audio system$25$25 
Voice control for external devices$0$0 
Wi-Fi hotspot$50$50 
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Compass$0$0 
Heated mirrors$25$25 
Illuminated visor mirror, driver  $50
Visor mirror, driver$10$10 
Seats and Interior Trim 
Floor mats, second row (optional)$0$0 
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat  $50
Power recliner, driver seat$100$100 
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat  $100
Synthetic leather seating surfaces $0 
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Alloy wheels$350$350 
Total Value of Features$3,235$4,135$2,350
Value of Feature Adjustments$885$1,785$0
Value of Feature Adjustments-849-1,7130

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See a complete comparison of Chevrolet Sonic vs. Chevrolet Malibu Classic features.

Specifications Comparison: Chevrolet Sonic vs. Chevrolet Malibu Classic

Model Year20182008
ModelSonicMalibu Classic
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase99.4 in106.3 in
Length173.9 in188.3 in
Width68.3 in69.9 in
Height59.7 in57.5 in
Curb Weight2,774 lb.3,298 lb.
Fuel Capacity12.2 gal.16.3 gal.
Row 1 Headroom38.7 in39.6 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room53.4 in56.7 in
Row 1 Hip Room51.4 in53.2 in
Row 1 Legroom41.8 in41.9 in
Row 2 Headroom37.8 in37.6 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room53.0 in56.1 in
Row 2 Hip Room51.6 in52.4 in
Row 2 Legroom34.6 in38.5 in
Cargo Volume14.9 ft315.4 ft3

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See a complete comparison of Chevrolet Sonic vs. Chevrolet Malibu Classic specs.

Option Package Details
Chevrolet Sonic LT

Convenience Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Heated front seats200Yes
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power height adjuster, driver seat50Yes
Power recliner, driver seat100No
Leather-wrapped steering wheel150Yes
Heated steering wheel100No
Upgraded instruments0No
Proximity key250No
Total Requested50053%
Total Not Requested45047%

Option Package Details
Chevrolet Malibu Classic LT

Front Seating Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Heated front seats200Yes
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat100No
Total Requested30075%
Total Not Requested10025%

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