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Ford Explorer vs. Chevrolet Malibu 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 Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $33,065 Chevrolet Malibu Premier | ||||
| Difference: $3,490 | ||||
Lowest Total Invoice: $31,714 Chevrolet Malibu Premier | ||||
| Difference: $1,304 | ||||
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| Model Year | 2006 | 2006 | 2016 | 2016 |
| Model | Explorer | Explorer | Malibu | Malibu |
| Trim | Eddie Bauer | Limited | Premier | Hybrid |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Price | $30,200 | $32,515 | $30,920 | $27,770 |
| Base Invoice | $27,518 | $29,578 | $29,683 | $26,659 |
| Side curtain airbags | 560 | 560 | ||
| Luxury Package | 1,700 | |||
| Ultimate Convenience Group | 350 | 350 | ||
| Navigation system | 1,995 | 1,995 | 495 | |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 255 | 255 | ||
| Sunroof | 850 | 850 | ||
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,270 | 1,150 | ||
| Convenience and Technology Package | 895 | |||
| Driver Confidence Package | 1,195 | |||
| Leather Package | 1,395 | |||
| Side curtain airbags | 476 | 476 | ||
| Luxury Package | 1,445 | |||
| Ultimate Convenience Group | 298 | 298 | ||
| Navigation system | 1,696 | 1,696 | 450 | |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 217 | 217 | ||
| Sunroof | 723 | 723 | ||
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,156 | 1,046 | ||
| Convenience and Technology Package | 814 | |||
| Driver Confidence Package | 1,087 | |||
| Leather Package | 1,269 | |||
| Options (change) | 5,710 | 4,010 | 1,270 | 5,130 |
| Options (change) | 4,855 | 3,410 | 1,156 | 4,666 |
| Destination | 645 | 645 | 875 | 875 |
| Total Price | $36,555 | $37,170 | $33,065 | $33,775 |
| Total Invoice | $33,018 | $33,633 | $31,714 | $32,200 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Chevrolet Malibu
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Chevrolet Malibu Hybrid | ||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $5,210 | ||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $3,135 | ||||
| Model Year | 2006 | 2006 | 2016 | 2016 |
| Model | Explorer | Explorer | Malibu | Malibu |
| Trim | Eddie Bauer | Limited | Premier | Hybrid |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | 210hp V6 | 210hp V6 | 250hp I4 | 122hp I4 H |
| Transmission | A5 | A5 | T8 | CVT |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | FWD | FWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 290, 7 | 290, 7 | ?, 9 | ?, 9 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 245/65-17 | 245/65-17 | 245/40-19 | 225/55-17 |
| Total Price | $36,555 | $37,170 | $33,065 | $33,775 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | 0 | -1,420 | -2,430 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $36,555 | $37,170 | $31,645 | $31,345 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $615 | $300 | $0 |
| Total Invoice | $33,018 | $33,633 | $31,714 | $32,200 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | 0 | -1,362 | -2,317 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $33,018 | $33,633 | $30,352 | $29,883 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $615 | $469 | $0 |
Features Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Chevrolet Malibu
| Model Year | 2006 | 2006 | 2016 | 2016 |
| Model | Explorer | Explorer | Malibu | Malibu |
| Trim | Eddie Bauer | Limited | Premier | Hybrid |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||||
| 5-speed automatic | $900 | $900 | ||
| 8-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1300 | |||
| CVT | $1000 | |||
| RWD | $0 | $0 | ||
| FWD | $0 | $0 | ||
| Accessories | ||||
| AC power outlet | $100 | $100 | ||
| Heated steering wheel | $100 | |||
| Keyless entry keypad | $50 | $50 | ||
| Power-adjustable pedals | $125 | $125 | ||
| Proximity key | $250 | $250 | ||
| Remote app | $25 | $25 | ||
| Remote start | $150 | $150 | ||
| Tilt steering wheel, manual | $150 | $150 | ||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | $250 | ||
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||||
| Automatic braking, low-speed | $200 | |||
| Blind spot warning system | $200 | |||
| Brake assist | $50 | $50 | ||
| Cross-traffic warning, rear | $100 | |||
| Following distance indicator | $25 | |||
| Forward collision warning | $200 | |||
| Knee airbag, driver | $75 | $75 | ||
| Knee airbag, passenger | $75 | $75 | ||
| Lane departure prevention, steering-based | $200 | |||
| Lane departure warning | $200 | |||
| Obstacle detection, front | $150 | |||
| Obstacle detection, rear | $250 | $250 | $250 | |
| Pedestrian detection | $50 | |||
| Rear side airbags | $300 | $300 | ||
| Rearview camera | $200 | $200 | ||
| Safety key | $5 | $5 | ||
| Vehicle health reports | $0 | $0 | ||
| Cargo Management | ||||
| Cargo mat | $40 | |||
| Class II trailer hitch | $200 | $200 | ||
| Roof rails | $250 | $250 | ||
| Trailering equipment (4 wire) | $125 | $125 | ||
| Climate Control | ||||
| Interior air filter | $0 | $0 | ||
| Rear wiper | $175 | $175 | ||
| Engine / Motor | ||||
| Automatic start / stop | $150 | |||
| Exterior | ||||
| Active grille shutters | $0 | |||
| Bodyside moldings | $75 | $75 | ||
| Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) | $25 | |||
| Deep-tinted rear windows | $275 | $275 | ||
| Laminated front side windows | $200 | $200 | ||
| Panoramic sunroof | $1200 | $1200 | ||
| Running boards | $350 | $350 | ||
| Sunroof | $900 | $900 | ||
| Wheel-lip moldings | $75 | $75 | ||
| Infotainment | ||||
| 4G LTE connectivity | $0 | $0 | ||
| Android Auto support | $100 | $100 | ||
| App support | $0 | $0 | ||
| Apple CarPlay support | $100 | $100 | ||
| Aux input | $50 | $50 | ||
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | $25 | ||
| Bluetooth cell phone link | $100 | $100 | ||
| CD changer, in-dash | $325 | $325 | ||
| MP3-compatible player | $50 | $50 | ||
| Satellite radio | $200 | $200 | ||
| SMS text-to-speech reader | $25 | $25 | ||
| Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation | $225 | $225 | ||
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | $0 | ||
| Voice control for nav and audio | $100 | $100 | ||
| Wi-Fi hotspot | $50 | $50 | ||
| Wireless charging station | $75 | $75 | ||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||||
| Auto-dimming headlights | $200 | |||
| Detailed driving style feedback | $100 | |||
| Fog lights | $125 | $125 | ||
| Large energy flow and fuel economy display | $25 | |||
| Tachometer | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Turn signals on or near mirrors | $25 | $25 | ||
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||||
| Center armrest(s), second row | $50 | $50 | ||
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | $300 | |||
| Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | ||
| Memory system, driver seat | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power recliner, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | ||
| Upgraded floor mats | $0 | |||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||||
| All-terrain tires | $0 | $0 | ||
| Alloy wheels | $350 | $350 | $350 | |
| Polished alloy wheels | $350 | |||
| White-letter tires | $0 | $0 | ||
| Total Value of Features | $5,175 | $5,175 | $6,595 | $7,605 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $0 | $1,420 | $2,430 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | 0 | -1,362 | -2,317 |
Specifications Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Chevrolet Malibu
| Model Year | 2006 | 2016 |
| Model | Explorer | Malibu |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan |
| Wheelbase | 113.7 in | 111.4 in |
| Length | 193.4 in | 193.8 in |
| Width | 73.7 in | 73.0 in |
| Height | 72.8 in | 57.7 in |
| Curb Weight | 4,441 lb. | 3,087 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 22.5 gal. | 13.0 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 39.8 in | 39.1 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 59.0 in | 58.5 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 55.4 in | 54.1 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 42.4 in | 42.0 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 38.7 in | 37.5 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 58.9 in | 57.1 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 55.5 in | 53.4 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 36.9 in | 38.1 in |
| Row 3 Headroom | 37.4 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 3 Shoulder Room | 53.1 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 3 Hip Room | 45.3 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 3 Legroom | 34.9 in | 0.0 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 13.6 ft3 | 15.8 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 43.9 ft3 | 15.8 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 83.7 ft3 | 15.8 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer
| Luxury Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Automatic climate control, front | 200 | Yes |
| Audio controls on steering wheel | 125 | Yes |
| Heated mirrors | 25 | Yes |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | Yes |
| Dual-zone climate control | 125 | Yes |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| CD changer, in-dash | 200 | No |
| Unbranded, 290W, 7 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Total Requested | 1075 | 62% |
| Total Not Requested | 650 | 38% |
| Ultimate Convenience Group | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Power-adjustable pedals | 125 | No |
| Total Requested | 100 | 44% |
| Total Not Requested | 125 | 56% |
Option Package Details
Ford Explorer Limited
| Ultimate Convenience Group | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Power-adjustable pedals | 125 | No |
| Total Requested | 100 | 44% |
| Total Not Requested | 125 | 56% |
Option Package Details
Chevrolet Malibu Premier
| Panoramic sunroof | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Panoramic sunroof | 1200 | No |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Upgraded floor mats | 0 | No |
| Total Requested | 100 | 8% |
| Total Not Requested | 1200 | 92% |
Option Package Details
Chevrolet Malibu Hybrid
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 75 | No |
| Speed limit information | 0 | No |
| Total Requested | 600 | 89% |
| Total Not Requested | 75 | 11% |
| Panoramic sunroof | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Panoramic sunroof | 1200 | No |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 100 | 8% |
| Total Not Requested | 1200 | 92% |
| Convenience and Technology Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Leather-wrapped steering wheel | 150 | Yes |
| AC power outlet | 100 | No |
| Remote start | 150 | No |
| Safety key | 5 | No |
| Wireless charging station | 75 | No |
| Total Requested | 300 | 48% |
| Total Not Requested | 330 | 52% |
| Driver Confidence Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Obstacle detection, front | 150 | No |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming headlights | 200 | No |
| Lane departure warning system | 200 | No |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | No |
| Rear cross-traffic detection | 100 | No |
| Automatic braking, low-speed | 200 | No |
| Forward collision warning | 200 | No |
| Lane departure prevention system, steering-based | 200 | No |
| Pedestrian detection | 50 | No |
| Following distance indicator | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 250 | 14% |
| Total Not Requested | 1525 | 86% |
| Leather Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | Yes |
| Bose, 9 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Total Requested | 1250 | 69% |
| Total Not Requested | 550 | 31% |
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