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Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. Chevrolet Malibu Limited Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. Chevrolet Malibu Limited Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $20,220

Chrysler PT Cruiser Classic   
Difference: $7,715

Lowest Total Invoice: $19,635

Chrysler PT Cruiser Classic   
Difference: $6,936

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year201020162016
ModelPT CruiserMalibu LimitedMalibu Limited
TrimClassicLTLTZ
Body4dr Wagon4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $18,275 $23,835 $28,420
Base Invoice $17,801 $22,762 $26,857
Convenience Group 395    
Engine-block heater 35 75 75
Sunroof 795    
Rear spoiler   400 400
Style & Technology Package   2,750  
Electronics and Entertainment Package     1,850
Convenience Group 359    
Engine-block heater 32 68 68
Sunroof 723    
Rear spoiler   364 364
Style & Technology Package   2,502  
Electronics and Entertainment Package     1,684
Options (change) 1,225 3,225 2,325
Options (change) 1,114 2,934 2,116
Destination 720 875 875
Total Price $20,220 $27,935 $31,620
Total Invoice $19,635 $26,571 $29,848

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. Chevrolet Malibu Limited

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Chrysler PT Cruiser Classic
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $4,490
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $3,868
Model Year201020162016
ModelPT CruiserMalibu LimitedMalibu Limited
TrimClassicLTLTZ
Body4dr Wagon4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine150hp I4202hp I4202hp I4
TransmissionA4T6T6
DrivetrainFWDFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)19/24 MPG24/34 MPG24/34 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)100, 6?, 6?, 9
Tire (rear if not all the same)205/55-16225/55-17215/60-16
Total Price$20,220$27,935$31,620
Adjustments for Features0-3,225-5,675
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$20,220$24,710$25,945
Cost Above Minimum$0$0$1,235
Total Invoice$19,635$26,571$29,848
Adjustments for Features0-3,068-5,357
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$19,635$23,503$24,491
Cost Above Minimum$0$0$988

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Features Comparison: Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. Chevrolet Malibu Limited

Model Year201020162016
ModelPT CruiserMalibu LimitedMalibu Limited
TrimClassicLTLTZ
Body4dr Wagon4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
4-speed automatic$800  
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic $1100$1100
FWD$0$0$0
Accessories 
AC power outlet  $100
Remote app $25$25
Remote start $150$150
Tilt steering wheel, manual$150  
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual $250$250
Universal garage door opener $100$100
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
4-wheel disc brakes $150$150
Antilock brakes (ABS) $400$400
Brake assist $50$50
Knee airbag, passenger $75$75
Rear side airbags $300$300
Rearview camera $200$200
Rollover sensor $50$50
Side curtain airbags $350$350
Stability control $400$400
Temporary spare tire$150 $150
Traction control $100$100
Vehicle health reports $0$0
Cargo Management 
Cargo shelf, height-adjustable$100  
Overhead sunglass holder $25$25
Storage compartment under front seat(s)$50  
Climate Control 
Automatic climate control, front  $200
Dual-zone climate control  $125
Interior air filter $0$0
Rear wiper$175  
Engine / Motor 
Automatic start / stop $150$150
Exterior 
Bodyside moldings$75$75 
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)  $25
Deep-tinted rear windows$275  
Laminated front side windows $200$200
Infotainment 
4G LTE connectivity $0$0
App support $0$0
Audio controls on steering wheel $125$125
Bluetooth audio streaming $25$25
Bluetooth cell phone link $100$100
MP3-compatible player $50$50
Satellite radio $200$200
Satellite radio - one year subscription$250  
Siri Eyes Free support $0$0
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 
Analog clock$25  
Auto-dimming rearview mirror $150$150
Automatic headlights $125$125
Fog lights$125 $125
Heated mirrors $25$25
Interior ambient lighting $150$150
Mirror tilt-down in reverse $25$25
Turn signals on or near mirrors $25$25
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row $50$50
Door sill trim plates  $100
Folding passenger seat$150  
Heated front seats$200 $200
Leather seating surfaces  $900
Leather-wrapped steering wheel  $150
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat$50  
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat $150$150
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat  $150
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat  $100
Power height adjuster, passenger seat $100$100
Power recliner, driver seat $100$100
Power recliner, passenger seat  $100
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat  $100
Removable second row seats$0  
Stain-resistant fabric$100  
Total Value of Features$2,675$5,900$8,350
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$3,225$5,675
Value of Feature Adjustments0-3,068-5,357

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Specifications Comparison: Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. Chevrolet Malibu Limited

Model Year20102016
ModelPT CruiserMalibu Limited
Body4dr Wagon4dr Sedan
Wheelbase103.0 in107.8 in
Length168.9 in191.5 in
Width67.1 in73.0 in
Height65.2 in57.6 in
Curb Weight3,215 lb.3,393 lb.
Fuel Capacity15.0 gal.18.5 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.2 in39.0 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room53.8 in57.5 in
Row 1 Hip Room50.1 in55.0 in
Row 1 Legroom40.6 in42.1 in
Row 2 Headroom39.5 in37.5 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room53.6 in57.1 in
Row 2 Hip Room46.7 in54.3 in
Row 2 Legroom40.9 in36.8 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum
21.6 ft316.3 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum
64.2 ft316.3 ft3

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Option Package Details
Chrysler PT Cruiser Classic

Convenience Group
FeatureValueRequested?
Heated front seats200Yes
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power height adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat50Yes
Folding passenger seat150No
Stain-resistant fabric100No
Total Requested55069%
Total Not Requested25031%

Option Package Details
Chevrolet Malibu Limited LT

Style & Technology Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Sunroof900Yes
Paint, special white0No
Universal garage door opener100No
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150No
Rearview camera200No
Cargo net40Yes
Bodyside moldings75Yes
Mirror tilt-down in reverse25No
225/55HR17 tires400No
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power recliner, driver seat100No
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat150No
Remote start150No
Total Requested121549%
Total Not Requested127551%

Option Package Details
Chevrolet Malibu Limited LTZ

Electronics and Entertainment Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Sunroof900Yes
Universal garage door opener100No
Rearview camera200No
AC power outlet100No
Mirror tilt-down in reverse25No
Pioneer, 9 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Total Requested90054%
Total Not Requested77546%

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