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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: $25,625

Chrysler PT Cruiser Limited   
Difference: $4,645

Lowest Total Invoice: $24,019

Chrysler PT Cruiser Limited   
Difference: $4,637

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year200920152015
ModelPT CruiserMalibuMalibu
TrimLimited2LTLTZ
Body4dr Wagon4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $24,510 $25,595 $28,320
Base Invoice $22,939 $24,443 $26,762
Bluetooth cell phone link 360    
Engine-block heater 35 75 75
Leather Package   1,250  
Electronics and Entertainment Package   1,125 1,850
Rear spoiler   400 400
Sunroof   1,000  
Bluetooth cell phone link 328    
Engine-block heater 32 66 66
Leather Package   1,100  
Electronics and Entertainment Package   990 1,628
Rear spoiler   352 352
Sunroof   880  
Options (change) 395 3,850 2,325
Options (change) 360 3,388 2,046
Destination 720 825 825
Total Price $25,625 $30,270 $31,470
Total Invoice $24,019 $28,656 $29,633

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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: $1,095
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $1,276
Model Year200920152015
ModelPT CruiserMalibuMalibu
TrimLimited2LTLTZ
Body4dr Wagon4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine180hp I4196hp I4196hp I4
TransmissionA4T6T6
DrivetrainFWDFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)100, 6?, 9?, 9
Tire (rear if not all the same)205/50-17235/50-18215/60-16
Total Price$25,625$30,270$31,470
Adjustments for Features0-3,550-3,600
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$25,625$26,720$27,870
Cost Above Minimum$0$0$1,150
Total Invoice$24,019$28,656$29,633
Adjustments for Features0-3,361-3,390
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$24,019$25,295$26,243
Cost Above Minimum$0$0$948

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Features Comparison: Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. Chevrolet Malibu

Model Year200920152015
ModelPT CruiserMalibuMalibu
TrimLimited2LTLTZ
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$100
Remote app $25$25
Remote start $150$150
Tilt steering wheel, manual$150  
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual $250$250
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
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
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$200
Dual-zone climate control $125$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 $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
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  
Automatic headlights $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 $100
Folding passenger seat$150  
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat$50  
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat $150$150
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat $150$150
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat $100$100
Power height adjuster, passenger seat $100$100
Power recliner, driver seat $100$100
Power recliner, passenger seat $100$100
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat $100$100
Removable second row seats$0  
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Alloy wheels $350$350
Polished alloy wheels$350  
Touring suspension (upgrade)$0  
Total Value of Features$2,575$6,125$6,175
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$3,550$3,600
Value of Feature Adjustments0-3,361-3,390

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Specifications Comparison: Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. Chevrolet Malibu

Model Year20092015
ModelPT CruiserMalibu
Body4dr Wagon4dr Sedan
Wheelbase103.0 in107.8 in
Length168.9 in191.5 in
Width67.1 in73.0 in
Height65.2 in57.6 in
Curb Weight3,148 lb.3,394 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
Chevrolet Malibu 2LT

Leather Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Heated front seats200Yes
Power recliner, passenger seat100No
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat100No
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat150No
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat100No
Total Requested110071%
Total Not Requested45029%
Electronics and Entertainment Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Cargo net40Yes
Bodyside moldings75Yes
Universal garage door opener100Yes
Rearview camera200No
AC power outlet100No
Mirror tilt-down in reverse25No
Pioneer, 9 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Total Requested36535%
Total Not Requested67565%

Option Package Details
Chevrolet Malibu LTZ

Electronics and Entertainment Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Sunroof900Yes
Universal garage door opener100Yes
Rearview camera200No
AC power outlet100No
Mirror tilt-down in reverse25No
Pioneer, 9 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Total Requested100060%
Total Not Requested67540%

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