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Ford Escape vs. Chevrolet Malibu Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Ford Escape vs. Chevrolet Malibu Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $33,980

Chevrolet Malibu Hybrid   
Difference: $2,700

Lowest Total Invoice: $32,393

Chevrolet Malibu Hybrid   
Difference: $1,478

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20122018
ModelEscapeMalibu
TrimHybrid LimitedHybrid
Body4dr SUV4dr Sedan
Base Price $33,080 $27,875
Base Invoice $30,687 $26,760
Hybrid Energy Audiophile and Navigation System 2,395  
Engine-block heater 35 100
Remote start 345  
Convenience and Technology Package   895
Driver Confidence Package   1,195
Leather Package   1,395
Navigation system   495
Panoramic sunroof   1,150
Hybrid Energy Audiophile and Navigation System 2,036  
Engine-block heater 30 91
Remote start 293  
Convenience and Technology Package   814
Driver Confidence Package   1,087
Leather Package   1,269
Navigation system   450
Panoramic sunroof   1,047
Options (change) 2,775 5,230
Options (change) 2,359 4,758
Destination 825 875
Total Price $36,680 $33,980
Total Invoice $33,871 $32,393

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Ford Escape vs. Chevrolet Malibu

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Chevrolet Malibu Hybrid
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $5,370
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $4,023
Model Year20122018
ModelEscapeMalibu
TrimHybrid LimitedHybrid
Body4dr SUV4dr Sedan
Engine153hp I4 H122hp I4 H
TransmissionCVTCVT
DrivetrainFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)34/30 MPG49/43 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)320, 7?, 9
Tire (rear if not all the same)235/70-16225/55-17
Total Price$36,680$33,980
Adjustments for Features0-2,670
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$36,680$31,310
Total Invoice$33,871$32,393
Adjustments for Features0-2,545
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$33,871$29,848

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Features Comparison: Ford Escape vs. Chevrolet Malibu

Model Year20122018
ModelEscapeMalibu
TrimHybrid LimitedHybrid
Body4dr SUV4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
CVT$1000$1000
FWD$0$0
Accessories 
Keyless entry keypad$50 
Proximity key $250
Remote app $25
Tilt steering wheel, manual$150 
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual $250
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
4-wheel disc brakes $150
911 assist$25 
Automatic braking, low-speed $200
Blind spot warning system $200
Cross-traffic warning, rear $100
Following distance indicator $25
Forward collision warning $200
Knee airbag, driver $75
Knee airbag, passenger $75
Lane departure prevention, steering-based $200
Lane departure warning $200
Obstacle detection, front $150
Pedestrian detection $50
Rear side airbags $300
Temporary spare tire$150 
Cargo Management 
Cargo cover$75 
Liftglass or two-piece tailgate$150 
Overhead sunglass holder$25 
Roof rack$300 
Climate Control 
Interior air filter $0
Rear air vents $100
Rear wiper$175 
Exterior 
Active grille shutters $0
Deep-tinted rear windows$275 
Laminated front side windows $200
Panoramic sunroof $1200
Rear bumper protector$40 
Sunroof$900 
Infotainment 
4G LTE connectivity $0
Android Auto support $100
App support $0
Apple CarPlay support $100
CD player$125 
DVD-compatible player$0 
Media drive$15 
MP3-compatible player$50 
Navigation, turn-by-turn$25 
Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation $225
Traffic + travel information$25 
Wi-Fi hotspot $50
Wireless charging station $75
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Auto-dimming headlights $200
Detailed driving style feedback $100
Fog lights$125 
Spotter mirror(s)$50 
Tachometer$75 
Turn signals on or near mirrors $25
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row $50
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
Total Value of Features$3,805$6,475
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$2,670
Value of Feature Adjustments0-2,545

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See a complete comparison of Ford Escape vs. Chevrolet Malibu features.

Specifications Comparison: Ford Escape vs. Chevrolet Malibu

Model Year20122018
ModelEscapeMalibu
Body4dr SUV4dr Sedan
Wheelbase103.1 in111.4 in
Length174.7 in193.8 in
Width71.1 in73.0 in
Height67.7 in57.7 in
Curb Weight3,620 lb.3,457 lb.
Fuel Capacity16.5 gal.15.8 gal.
Row 1 Headroom40.4 in39.1 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room56.6 in58.5 in
Row 1 Hip Room53.3 in54.1 in
Row 1 Legroom41.6 in42.0 in
Row 2 Headroom39.2 in37.5 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room55.9 in57.1 in
Row 2 Hip Room49.1 in53.4 in
Row 2 Legroom35.6 in38.1 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum		29.2 ft315.8 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum		66.3 ft315.8 ft3

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See a complete comparison of Ford Escape vs. Chevrolet Malibu specs.

Option Package Details
Ford Escape Hybrid Limited

Hybrid Energy Audiophile and Navigation System
FeatureValueRequested?
Large energy flow and fuel economy display25Yes
Voice control for nav and audio75Yes
Media drive, large15No
Navigation system600Yes
DVD-compatible player0No
Unbranded, 320W, 7 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Total Requested70066%
Total Not Requested36534%

Option Package Details
Chevrolet Malibu Hybrid

Navigation system
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
Voice control for nav and audio75Yes
Speed limit information0No
Total Requested675100%
Total Not Requested00%
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 outlet100Yes
Remote start150Yes
Wireless charging station75No
Total Requested55088%
Total Not Requested7512%
Driver Confidence Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Obstacle detection, front150No
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Auto-dimming headlights200No
Lane departure warning200No
Blind spot warning system200No
Cross-traffic warning, rear100No
Automatic braking, low-speed200No
Forward collision warning200No
Lane departure prevention, steering-based200No
Pedestrian detection50No
Following distance indicator25No
Total Requested25014%
Total Not Requested152586%
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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