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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: $28,350 Chevrolet Malibu LTZ | |||
| Difference: $3,985 | |||
Lowest Total Invoice: $26,736 Chevrolet Malibu LTZ | |||
| Difference: $3,534 | |||
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| Model Year | 2007 | 2007 | 2009 |
| Model | Explorer | Explorer | Malibu |
| Trim | Eddie Bauer | Limited | LTZ |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Price | $28,370 | $31,115 | $26,880 |
| Base Invoice | $26,790 | $29,361 | $25,402 |
| Luxury Package | 1,450 | ||
| Ultimate Convenience Group | 350 | 350 | |
| Satellite radio | 195 | 195 | |
| Sunroof | 850 | 850 | 800 |
| Remote start | 385 | 385 | |
| Luxury Package | 1,232 | ||
| Ultimate Convenience Group | 298 | 298 | |
| Satellite radio | 166 | 166 | |
| Sunroof | 723 | 723 | 664 |
| Remote start | 326 | 326 | |
| Options (change) | 3,230 | 1,780 | 800 |
| Options (change) | 2,745 | 1,513 | 664 |
| Destination | 735 | 735 | 670 |
| Total Price | $32,335 | $33,630 | $28,350 |
| Total Invoice | $30,270 | $31,609 | $26,736 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Chevrolet Malibu
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Chevrolet Malibu LTZ | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $2,790 | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $2,415 | |||
| Model Year | 2007 | 2007 | 2009 |
| Model | Explorer | Explorer | Malibu |
| Trim | Eddie Bauer | Limited | LTZ |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | 210hp V6 | 210hp V6 | 169hp I4 |
| Transmission | A5 | A5 | T6 |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | FWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 290, 7 | 290, 7 | 210, 8 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 245/65-17 | 235/65-18 | 225/50-18 |
| Total Price | $32,335 | $33,630 | $28,350 |
| Adjustments for Features | -1,195 | -1,445 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $31,140 | $32,185 | $28,350 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $1,045 | $0 |
| Total Invoice | $30,270 | $31,609 | $26,736 |
| Adjustments for Features | -1,119 | -1,358 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $29,151 | $30,251 | $26,736 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $1,100 | $0 |
Features Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Chevrolet Malibu
| Model Year | 2007 | 2007 | 2009 |
| Model | Explorer | Explorer | Malibu |
| Trim | Eddie Bauer | Limited | LTZ |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | |||
| 5-speed automatic | $900 | $900 | |
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | ||
| RWD | $0 | $0 | |
| FWD | $0 | ||
| Accessories | |||
| Keyless entry keypad | $50 | $50 | |
| Power-adjustable pedals | $125 | $125 | |
| Tilt steering wheel, manual | $150 | $150 | |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | ||
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | |||
| Brake assist | $50 | ||
| Obstacle detection, rear | $250 | ||
| Rollover sensor | $50 | $50 | |
| Cargo Management | |||
| Cargo mat | $40 | ||
| Cargo net | $40 | ||
| Class II trailer hitch | $200 | $200 | |
| Roof rails | $250 | $250 | |
| Trailering equipment (4 wire) | $125 | $125 | |
| Climate Control | |||
| Dual-zone climate control | $125 | $125 | |
| Rear air vents | $100 | $100 | |
| Rear wiper | $175 | $175 | |
| Exterior | |||
| Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) | $25 | ||
| Deep-tinted rear windows | $275 | $275 | |
| Laminated front side windows | $200 | ||
| Running boards | $350 | $350 | |
| Wheel-lip moldings | $75 | $75 | |
| Infotainment | |||
| Bluetooth cell phone link | $100 | ||
| Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation | $225 | ||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | |||
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | $75 | ||
| Trip computer | $150 | $150 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | |||
| Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $50 | ||
| Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | |
| Memory system, driver seat | $200 | $200 | |
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | |
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | |||
| Alloy wheels | $350 | $350 | |
| Polished alloy wheels | $350 | ||
| White-letter tires | $0 | $0 | |
| Transmission | |||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | ||
| Total Value of Features | $3,800 | $4,050 | $2,605 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $1,195 | $1,445 | $0 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -1,119 | -1,358 | 0 |
Specifications Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Chevrolet Malibu
| Model Year | 2007 | 2009 |
| Model | Explorer | Malibu |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan |
| Wheelbase | 113.7 in | 112.3 in |
| Length | 193.4 in | 191.8 in |
| Width | 73.7 in | 70.3 in |
| Height | 72.8 in | 57.1 in |
| Curb Weight | 4,441 lb. | 3,451 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 22.5 gal. | 16.0 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 39.8 in | 39.4 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 59.0 in | 55.9 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 55.4 in | 53.0 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 42.4 in | 42.2 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 38.7 in | 37.2 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 58.9 in | 53.9 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 55.5 in | 52.1 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 36.9 in | 37.6 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 | 15.1 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 43.9 ft3 | 15.1 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 83.7 ft3 | 15.1 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 | No |
| Dual-zone climate control | 125 | No |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| CD changer, in-dash | 200 | Yes |
| Unbranded, 290W, 7 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Total Requested | 1050 | 61% |
| Total Not Requested | 675 | 39% |
| 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% |
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