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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: $20,220

Chrysler PT Cruiser Classic   
Difference: $8,695

Lowest Total Invoice: $19,635

Chrysler PT Cruiser Classic   
Difference: $8,150

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year2010201820182018
ModelPT CruiserMalibuMalibuMalibu
TrimClassicLTPremierHybrid
Body4dr Wagon4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $18,275 $25,125 $30,975 $27,875
Base Invoice $17,801 $24,120 $29,736 $26,760
Convenience Group 395      
Engine-block heater 35 100 100 100
Sunroof 795      
Sun and Wheels Package   1,300 2,270  
Leather Package   1,395    
Convenience and Technology Package   895    
Cargo net   65 65 65
Convenience Group 359      
Engine-block heater 32 91 91 91
Sunroof 723      
Sun and Wheels Package   1,183 2,066  
Leather Package   1,269    
Convenience and Technology Package   814    
Cargo net   59 59 59
Options (change) 1,225 3,755 2,435 165
Options (change) 1,114 3,416 2,216 150
Destination 720 875 875 875
Total Price $20,220 $29,755 $34,285 $28,915
Total Invoice $19,635 $28,411 $32,827 $27,785

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. Chevrolet Malibu

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Chrysler PT Cruiser Classic
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $4,130
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $3,615
Model Year2010201820182018
ModelPT CruiserMalibuMalibuMalibu
TrimClassicLTPremierHybrid
Body4dr Wagon4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine150hp I4163hp I4250hp I4122hp I4 H
TransmissionA4T6T9CVT
DrivetrainFWDFWDFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)100, 6?, 9?, 9?, 6
Tire (rear if not all the same)205/55-16245/45-18245/40-19225/55-17
Total Price$20,220$29,755$34,285$28,915
Adjustments for Features0-5,405-7,170-2,155
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$20,220$24,350$27,115$26,760
Cost Above Minimum$0$0$2,765$2,410
Total Invoice$19,635$28,411$32,827$27,785
Adjustments for Features0-5,161-6,865-2,071
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$19,635$23,250$25,962$25,714
Cost Above Minimum$0$0$2,712$2,464

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Features Comparison: Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. Chevrolet Malibu

Model Year2010201820182018
ModelPT CruiserMalibuMalibuMalibu
TrimClassicLTPremierHybrid
Body4dr Wagon4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
4-speed automatic$800   
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic $1100  
9-speed manually-shiftable automatic  $1400 
CVT   $1000
FWD$0$0$0$0
Accessories 
AC power outlet $100$100 
Heated steering wheel  $100 
Proximity key $250$250$250
Remote app $25$25$25
Remote start $150$150 
Tilt steering wheel, manual$150   
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual $250$250$250
Universal garage door opener $100$100 
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
4-wheel disc brakes $150$150$150
Antilock brakes (ABS) $400$400$400
Brake assist $50$50$50
Knee airbag, passenger $75$75$75
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  
Traction control $100$100$100
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 
Deep-tinted rear windows$275   
Laminated front side windows $200$200$200
Panoramic sunroof $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
Bluetooth cell phone link $100$100$100
CD player$125   
Navigation system  $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 $25
Voice control for external devices $0$0$0
Voice control for nav and audio  $100 
Wi-Fi hotspot $50$50$50
Wireless charging station $75$75 
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Analog clock$25   
Auto-dimming rearview mirror $150$150 
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 
Door sill trim plates  $100 
Folding passenger seat$150   
Heated front seats$200$200$200 
Leather seating surfaces $900$900 
Leather-wrapped steering wheel $150$150 
Manual height adjuster, passenger seat   $50
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat$50   
Memory system, driver seat  $200 
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat $100$100 
Power height adjuster, passenger seat $100$100 
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat $100$100$100
Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat $100$100 
Power recliner, driver seat $100$100$100
Power recliner, passenger seat $100$100 
Removable second row seats$0   
Stain-resistant fabric$100   
Upgraded floor mats  $0 
Total Value of Features$3,975$9,380$11,145$6,130
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$5,405$7,170$2,155
Value of Feature Adjustments0-5,161-6,865-2,071

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Specifications Comparison: Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. Chevrolet Malibu

Model Year20102018
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 Weight3,166 lb.3,087 lb.
Fuel Capacity15.0 gal.15.8 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
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 LT

Sun and Wheels Package
FeatureValueRequested?
245/45R18 tires400No
Universal garage door opener100No
Panoramic sunroof1200No
Total Requested00%
Total Not Requested1700100%
Leather Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces900No
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 Requested20011%
Total Not Requested160089%
Convenience and Technology Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150No
Leather-wrapped steering wheel150No
AC power outlet100No
Remote start150No
Wireless charging station75No
Total Requested00%
Total Not Requested625100%

Option Package Details
Chevrolet Malibu Premier

Sun and Wheels Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Universal garage door opener100No
Panoramic sunroof1200No
245/40R19 tires400No
Upgraded floor mats0No
Total Requested00%
Total Not Requested1700100%

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