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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: $24,580

Chrysler PT Cruiser Limited   
Difference: $4,975

Lowest Total Invoice: $22,932

Chrysler PT Cruiser Limited   
Difference: $5,291

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year2008201620162016
ModelPT CruiserMalibuMalibuMalibu
TrimLimitedLTPremierHybrid
Body4dr Wagon4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $23,515 $25,020 $30,920 $27,770
Base Invoice $21,899 $24,019 $29,683 $26,659
Bluetooth cell phone link 360      
Engine-block heater 35 75 75 75
Convenience and Technology Package   895   895
Leather Package   1,395   1,395
Panoramic sunroof   1,150 1,270 1,150
Cargo net   60 60 60
Door sill trim plates   85   85
Driver Confidence Package       1,195
Navigation system       495
Bluetooth cell phone link 331      
Engine-block heater 32 68 68 68
Convenience and Technology Package   814   814
Leather Package   1,269   1,269
Panoramic sunroof   1,046 1,156 1,046
Cargo net   55 55 55
Door sill trim plates   77   77
Driver Confidence Package       1,087
Navigation system       450
Options (change) 395 3,660 1,405 5,350
Options (change) 363 3,329 1,279 4,866
Destination 670 875 875 875
Total Price $24,580 $29,555 $33,200 $33,995
Total Invoice $22,932 $28,223 $31,837 $32,400

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. Chevrolet Malibu

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Chrysler PT Cruiser Limited
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $1,545
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $2,016
Model Year2008201620162016
ModelPT CruiserMalibuMalibuMalibu
TrimLimitedLTPremierHybrid
Body4dr Wagon4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine180hp I4163hp I4250hp I4122hp I4 H
TransmissionA4T6T8CVT
DrivetrainFWDFWDFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)100, 6?, 9?, 9?, 9
Tire (rear if not all the same)205/50-17225/55-17245/40-19225/55-17
Total Price$24,580$29,555$33,200$33,995
Adjustments for Features0-3,430-4,995-6,005
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$24,580$26,125$28,205$27,990
Cost Above Minimum$0$0$2,080$1,865
Total Invoice$22,932$28,223$31,837$32,400
Adjustments for Features0-3,275-4,790-5,723
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$22,932$24,948$27,047$26,677
Cost Above Minimum$0$0$2,099$1,729

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Features Comparison: Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. Chevrolet Malibu

Model Year2008201620162016
ModelPT CruiserMalibuMalibuMalibu
TrimLimitedLTPremierHybrid
Body4dr Wagon4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
4-speed automatic$800   
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic $1100  
8-speed manually-shiftable automatic  $1300 
CVT   $1000
FWD$0$0$0$0
Accessories 
AC power outlet $100$100$100
Heated steering wheel  $100 
Proximity key $250$250$250
Remote app $25$25$25
Remote start $150$150$150
Tilt steering wheel, manual$150   
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual $250$250$250
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Automatic braking, low-speed   $200
Blind spot warning system   $200
Brake assist $50$50$50
Cross-traffic warning, rear   $100
Following distance indicator   $25
Forward collision warning   $200
Knee airbag, passenger $75$75$75
Lane departure prevention, steering-based   $200
Lane departure warning   $200
Obstacle detection, front   $150
Obstacle detection, rear   $250
Pedestrian detection   $50
Rear side airbags $300$300$300
Rearview camera $200$200$200
Rollover sensor $50$50$50
Safety key $5$5$5
Side curtain airbags $350$350$350
Stability control $400$400$400
Temporary spare tire$150$150  
Vehicle health reports $0$0$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$200
Dual-zone climate control  $125$125
Interior air filter $0$0$0
Rear air vents $100$100$100
Rear wiper$175   
Engine / Motor 
Automatic start / stop $150 $150
Exterior 
Active grille shutters $0 $0
Bodyside moldings$75   
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)$25 $25 
Deep-tinted rear windows$275   
Laminated front side windows $200$200$200
Panoramic sunroof $1200$1200$1200
Rear spoiler$200   
Sunroof$900   
Infotainment 
4G LTE connectivity $0$0$0
Android Auto support $100$100$100
App support $0$0$0
Apple CarPlay support $100$100$100
Audio controls on steering wheel $125$125$125
Bluetooth audio streaming $25$25$25
CD player$125   
Navigation system  $600$600
Satellite radio $200$200$200
Satellite radio - one year subscription$250   
SMS text-to-speech reader $25$25$25
Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation $225$225$225
USB port $25$25$25
Voice control for audio system $25  
Voice control for external devices $0$0$0
Voice control for nav and audio  $100$100
Wi-Fi hotspot $50$50$50
Wireless charging station $75$75$75
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Analog clock$25   
Auto-dimming headlights   $200
Automatic headlights $125$125$125
Detailed driving style feedback   $100
Fog lights$125   
Heated mirrors $25$25$25
Interior ambient lighting $150$150$150
Large energy flow and fuel economy display   $25
Tachometer$75$75$75 
Turn signals on or near mirrors $25$25$25
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row $50$50$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$100$100
Power height adjuster, passenger seat $100$100$100
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat $100$100$100
Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat $100$100$100
Power recliner, driver seat $100$100$100
Power recliner, passenger seat $100$100$100
Removable second row seats$0   
Upgraded floor mats  $0 
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Alloy wheels $350$350$350
Polished alloy wheels$350   
Touring suspension (upgrade)$0   
Total Value of Features$4,050$7,480$9,045$10,055
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$3,430$4,995$6,005
Value of Feature Adjustments0-3,275-4,790-5,723

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Specifications Comparison: Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. Chevrolet Malibu

Model Year20082016
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 Weight3,148 lb.3,087 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 LT

Panoramic sunroof
FeatureValueRequested?
Panoramic sunroof1200No
Universal garage door opener100Yes
Total Requested1008%
Total Not Requested120092%
Convenience and Technology Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Leather-wrapped steering wheel150Yes
AC power outlet100No
Remote start150No
Safety key5No
Wireless charging station75No
Total Requested30048%
Total Not Requested33052%
Leather Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Heated front seats200Yes
Power recliner, passenger seat100No
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat100No
Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat100No
Power height adjuster, passenger seat50No
Bose, 9 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Total Requested110061%
Total Not Requested70039%

Option Package Details
Chevrolet Malibu Premier

Panoramic sunroof
FeatureValueRequested?
Panoramic sunroof1200No
Universal garage door opener100Yes
Upgraded floor mats0No
Total Requested1008%
Total Not Requested120092%

Option Package Details
Chevrolet Malibu Hybrid

Navigation system
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600No
Voice control for nav and audio75No
Speed limit information0No
Total Requested00%
Total Not Requested675100%
Panoramic sunroof
FeatureValueRequested?
Panoramic sunroof1200No
Universal garage door opener100Yes
Total Requested1008%
Total Not Requested120092%
Convenience and Technology Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Leather-wrapped steering wheel150Yes
AC power outlet100No
Remote start150No
Safety key5No
Wireless charging station75No
Total Requested30048%
Total Not Requested33052%
Driver Confidence Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Obstacle detection, front150No
Obstacle detection, rear250No
Auto-dimming headlights200No
Lane departure warning system200No
Blind spot warning system200No
Rear cross-traffic detection100No
Automatic braking, low-speed200No
Forward collision warning200No
Lane departure prevention system, steering-based200No
Pedestrian detection50No
Following distance indicator25No
Total Requested00%
Total Not Requested1775100%
Leather Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Heated front seats200Yes
Power recliner, passenger seat100No
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat100No
Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat100No
Power height adjuster, passenger seat50No
Bose, 9 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Total Requested110061%
Total Not Requested70039%

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