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

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Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. Chevrolet Malibu Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $25,675

Chrysler PT Cruiser GT   
Difference: $8,605

Lowest Total Invoice: $23,935

Chrysler PT Cruiser GT   
Difference: $8,888

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20062017
ModelPT CruiserMalibu
TrimGTPremier
Body4dr Wagon4dr Sedan
Base Price $23,645 $30,975
Base Invoice $22,017 $29,736
Bluetooth cell phone link 360  
Satellite radio 195  
Heated front seats 250  
Engine-block heater 35 100
4-speed shiftable automatic 550  
Sun and Wheels Package   2,270
Cargo net   60
Bluetooth cell phone link 331  
Satellite radio 179  
Heated front seats 230  
Engine-block heater 32 91
4-speed shiftable automatic 506  
Sun and Wheels Package   2,066
Cargo net   55
Options (change) 1,390 2,430
Options (change) 1,278 2,212
Destination 640 875
Total Price $25,675 $34,280
Total Invoice $23,935 $32,823

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. Chevrolet Malibu

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Chrysler PT Cruiser GT
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $3,560
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $4,057
Model Year20062017
ModelPT CruiserMalibu
TrimGTPremier
Body4dr Wagon4dr Sedan
Engine230hp I4250hp I4
TransmissionT4T9
DrivetrainFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)19/26 MPG22/33 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)100, 6?, 9
Tire (rear if not all the same)205/50-17245/40-19
Total Price$25,675$34,280
Adjustments for Features0-5,045
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$25,675$29,235
Total Invoice$23,935$32,823
Adjustments for Features0-4,831
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$23,935$27,992

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Features Comparison: Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. Chevrolet Malibu

Model Year20062017
ModelPT CruiserMalibu
TrimGTPremier
Body4dr Wagon4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
4-speed manually-shiftable automatic$900 
9-speed manually-shiftable automatic $1400
FWD$0$0
Accessories 
AC power outlet $100
Heated steering wheel $100
Proximity key $250
Remote app $25
Remote start $150
Tilt steering wheel, manual$150 
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual $250
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Brake assist $50
Knee airbag, passenger $75
Rear side airbags $300
Rearview camera $200
Rollover sensor $50
Safety key $5
Side curtain airbags $350
Stability control $400
Tire-pressure monitor $75
Vehicle health reports $0
Cargo Management 
Cargo mat $40
Cargo shelf, height-adjustable$100 
Storage compartment under front seat(s)$50 
Climate Control 
Automatic climate control, front $200
Dual-zone climate control $125
Interior air filter $0
Rear air vents $100
Rear wiper$175 
Exterior 
Bodyside moldings$75 
Deep-tinted rear windows$275 
Laminated front side windows $200
Larger rear spoiler$200 
Panoramic sunroof $1200
Sunroof$900 
Infotainment 
4G LTE connectivity $0
Android Auto support $100
App support $0
Apple CarPlay support $100
Audio controls on steering wheel $125
Bluetooth audio streaming $25
CD player$125 
MP3-compatible player$50 
Navigation system $600
SMS text-to-speech reader $25
Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation $225
Voice control for external devices $0
Voice control for nav and audio $100
Wi-Fi hotspot $50
Wireless charging station $75
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Analog clock$25 
Automatic headlights $125
Fog lights$125 
Heated mirrors $25
Turn signals on or near mirrors $25
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row $50
Cooled or ventilated front seats $300
Folding passenger seat$150 
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat$50 
Memory system, driver seat $200
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat $100
Power height adjuster, passenger seat $100
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat $100
Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat $100
Power recliner, driver seat $100
Power recliner, passenger seat $100
Removable second row seats$0 
Upgraded floor mats $0
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Alloy wheels $350
Polished alloy wheels$350 
Sport suspension (upgrade)$0 
Total Value of Features$3,700$8,745
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$5,045
Value of Feature Adjustments0-4,831

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Specifications Comparison: Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. Chevrolet Malibu

Model Year20062017
ModelPT CruiserMalibu
Body4dr Wagon4dr Sedan
Wheelbase103.0 in111.4 in
Length168.9 in193.8 in
Width67.1 in73.0 in
Height65.2 in57.7 in
Curb Weight3,414 lb.3,388 lb.
Fuel Capacity15.0 gal.13.0 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.2 in39.1 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room53.8 in58.5 in
Row 1 Hip Room50.1 in54.1 in
Row 1 Legroom40.6 in42.0 in
Row 2 Headroom39.5 in37.5 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room53.6 in57.1 in
Row 2 Hip Room46.7 in53.4 in
Row 2 Legroom40.9 in38.1 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum
21.6 ft315.8 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum
64.2 ft315.8 ft3

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Option Package Details
Chevrolet Malibu Premier

Sun and Wheels Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Universal garage door opener100Yes
Panoramic sunroof1200No
245/40R19 tires400No
Upgraded floor mats0No
Total Requested1006%
Total Not Requested160094%

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