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Ford Explorer vs. Chevrolet Malibu Classic Price Comparison (MSRP)The sticker prices, before adjusting for remaining feature differences. Usually these are the numbers you will see on the window stickers.
Models in short supply often sell at or even above these prices.
Models in short supply often sell at or even above these prices.
Ford Explorer vs. Chevrolet Malibu Classic Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $23,380 Chevrolet Malibu Classic LT | |||
| Difference: $12,635 | |||
Lowest Total Invoice: $21,955 Chevrolet Malibu Classic LT | |||
| Difference: $11,469 | |||
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| Model Year | 2011 | 2011 | 2008 |
| Model | Explorer | Explorer | Malibu Classic |
| Trim | XLT | Limited | LT |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Price | $31,520 | $37,535 | $20,320 |
| Base Invoice | $29,479 | $34,952 | $19,304 |
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,595 | 1,595 | |
| Package 201A | 2,075 | ||
| Front Seating Package | 450 | ||
| Luxury and Convenience Package | 595 | ||
| Rear spoiler | 175 | ||
| Remote start | 190 | ||
| Satellite radio | 200 | ||
| Sunroof | 800 | ||
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,356 | 1,356 | |
| Package 201A | 1,764 | ||
| Front Seating Package | 374 | ||
| Luxury and Convenience Package | 494 | ||
| Rear spoiler | 145 | ||
| Remote start | 158 | ||
| Satellite radio | 166 | ||
| Sunroof | 664 | ||
| Options (change) | 3,670 | 1,595 | 2,410 |
| Options (change) | 3,120 | 1,356 | 2,001 |
| Destination | 825 | 825 | 650 |
| Total Price | $36,015 | $39,955 | $23,380 |
| Total Invoice | $33,424 | $37,133 | $21,955 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Chevrolet Malibu Classic
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Chevrolet Malibu Classic LT | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $7,380 | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $6,592 | |||
| Model Year | 2011 | 2011 | 2008 |
| Model | Explorer | Explorer | Malibu Classic |
| Trim | XLT | Limited | LT |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | 290hp V6 | 290hp V6 | 219hp V6 |
| Transmission | T6 | T6 | T4 |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | FWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | 17/25 MPG | 17/25 MPG | 18/28 MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | ?, 8 | 390, 12 | ?, 6 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 245/60-18 | 255/50-20 | 215/60-16 |
| Total Price | $36,015 | $39,955 | $23,380 |
| Adjustments for Features | -5,255 | -8,470 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $30,760 | $31,485 | $23,380 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $725 | $0 |
| Total Invoice | $33,424 | $37,133 | $21,955 |
| Adjustments for Features | -4,877 | -7,872 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $28,547 | $29,261 | $21,955 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $714 | $0 |
Features Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Chevrolet Malibu Classic
| Model Year | 2011 | 2011 | 2008 |
| Model | Explorer | Explorer | Malibu Classic |
| Trim | XLT | Limited | LT |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | |||
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | $1100 | |
| 4-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $900 | ||
| FWD | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Accessories | |||
| AC power outlet | $100 | ||
| Keyless entry keypad | $50 | $50 | |
| Power-adjustable pedals | $125 | ||
| Proximity key | $250 | ||
| Remote start | $150 | $150 | |
| Universal garage door opener | $100 | ||
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | |||
| 911 assist | $25 | $25 | |
| Brake assist | $50 | $50 | |
| Curve control | $50 | $50 | |
| Front side airbags | $350 | $350 | |
| Obstacle detection, rear | $250 | $250 | |
| Rearview camera | $200 | $200 | |
| Rollover sensor | $50 | $50 | |
| Safety key | $5 | $5 | |
| Side curtain airbags | $350 | ||
| Side curtain airbags, three rows | $500 | $500 | |
| Stability control | $400 | $400 | |
| Trailer sway control | $25 | $25 | |
| Vehicle health reports | $0 | $0 | |
| Cargo Management | |||
| Cargo net | $40 | ||
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | $25 | |
| Roof rails | $250 | $250 | |
| Climate Control | |||
| Automatic climate control, front | $200 | $200 | |
| Dual-zone climate control | $125 | $125 | |
| Interior air filter | $0 | $0 | |
| Rear air vents with manual controls | $150 | $150 | |
| Rear HVAC unit | $400 | $400 | |
| Rear wiper | $175 | $175 | |
| Exterior | |||
| Bodyside cladding (gray/black) | $250 | $250 | |
| Bodyside moldings | $75 | ||
| Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) | $25 | $25 | |
| Deep-tinted rear windows | $275 | $275 | |
| Panoramic sunroof | $1200 | $1200 | |
| Sunroof | $900 | ||
| Wheel-lip moldings | $75 | $75 | |
| Infotainment | |||
| Aux input | $50 | $50 | |
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | $25 | |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | $100 | $100 | |
| HD radio | $50 | ||
| MP3-compatible player | $50 | $50 | |
| Navigation, turn-by-turn | $25 | $25 | |
| SD Card slot | $25 | $25 | |
| Surround sound | $250 | ||
| Traffic + travel information | $25 | $25 | |
| USB port | $25 | $25 | |
| Voice control for audio system | $25 | $25 | |
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | $0 | |
| Wi-Fi hotspot capability | $0 | $0 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | |||
| Compass | $0 | ||
| Heated mirrors | $25 | $25 | |
| Interior ambient lighting | $150 | ||
| Large color reconfigurable instrument cluster display | $250 | $250 | |
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | ||
| Spotter mirror(s) | $50 | $50 | |
| Turn signals on or near mirrors | $25 | $25 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | |||
| Center armrest(s), second row | $50 | ||
| Door sill trim plates | $100 | ||
| Heated front seats | $200 | $200 | |
| Leather seating surfaces | $900 | ||
| Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $50 | $50 | |
| Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | ||
| Manual recliner, second row seats | $75 | $75 | |
| 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 recliner, driver seat | $100 | ||
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | ||
| Stowable third row seats | $600 | $600 | |
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | |||
| Alloy wheels | $350 | $350 | |
| Alloy-look steel wheels | $100 | ||
| Total Value of Features | $7,980 | $11,195 | $2,725 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $5,255 | $8,470 | $0 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -4,877 | -7,872 | 0 |
Specifications Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Chevrolet Malibu Classic
| Model Year | 2011 | 2008 |
| Model | Explorer | Malibu Classic |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan |
| Wheelbase | 112.6 in | 106.3 in |
| Length | 197.1 in | 188.3 in |
| Width | 78.9 in | 69.9 in |
| Height | 70.4 in | 57.5 in |
| Curb Weight | 4,578 lb. | 3,297 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 18.6 gal. | 16.3 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 40.6 in | 39.6 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 61.3 in | 56.7 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 57.3 in | 53.2 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 40.6 in | 41.9 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 40.5 in | 37.6 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 61.0 in | 56.1 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 56.7 in | 52.4 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 39.8 in | 38.5 in |
| Row 3 Headroom | 37.8 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 3 Shoulder Room | 50.8 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 3 Hip Room | 40.7 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 3 Legroom | 33.2 in | 0.0 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 21.0 ft3 | 15.4 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 43.8 ft3 | 15.4 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 80.7 ft3 | 15.4 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Ford Explorer XLT
| Package 201A | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Automatic climate control, front | 200 | No |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Rearview camera | 200 | No |
| Dual-zone climate control | 125 | No |
| Unbranded, 8 speakers | 350 | No |
| Large color reconfigurable instrument cluster display | 250 | No |
| A/V input jacks | 25 | No |
| SD Card slot | 25 | No |
| Wi-Fi hotspot capability | 0 | No |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | 100 | No |
| Voice control for external devices | 0 | No |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | No |
| USB port | 25 | No |
| Vehicle health reports | 0 | No |
| 911 assist | 25 | No |
| Bluetooth audio streaming | 25 | No |
| Navigation, turn-by-turn | 25 | No |
| Voice control for audio system | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 150 | 10% |
| Total Not Requested | 1425 | 90% |
Option Package Details
Chevrolet Malibu Classic LT
| Front Seating Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power tilt adjuster, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 400 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Luxury and Convenience Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Illuminated visor mirror, passenger | 40 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Fog lights | 125 | Yes |
| Compass | 0 | No |
| Alloy-look steel wheels | 100 | No |
| Total Requested | 315 | 76% |
| Total Not Requested | 100 | 24% |
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