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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: $28,875 Chevrolet Malibu LTZ | |||
| Difference: $4,790 | |||
Lowest Total Invoice: $27,402 Chevrolet Malibu LTZ | |||
| Difference: $3,782 | |||
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| Model Year | 2009 | 2009 | 2011 |
| Model | Explorer | Explorer | Malibu |
| Trim | Eddie Bauer | Limited | LTZ |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Price | $31,615 | $35,550 | $27,165 |
| Base Invoice | $29,319 | $32,901 | $25,806 |
| Sunroof | 850 | 850 | 850 |
| Remote start | 385 | 385 | |
| Temporary spare tire | 100 | ||
| Sunroof | 723 | 723 | 748 |
| Remote start | 327 | 327 | |
| Temporary spare tire | 88 | ||
| Options (change) | 1,235 | 1,235 | 950 |
| Options (change) | 1,050 | 1,050 | 836 |
| Destination | 815 | 815 | 760 |
| Total Price | $33,665 | $37,600 | $28,875 |
| Total Invoice | $31,184 | $34,766 | $27,402 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Chevrolet Malibu
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Chevrolet Malibu LTZ | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $4,290 | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $3,319 | |||
| Model Year | 2009 | 2009 | 2011 |
| 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) | 80, 4 | 190, 7 | ?, 8 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 245/65-17 | 235/65-18 | 225/50-18 |
| Total Price | $33,665 | $37,600 | $28,875 |
| Adjustments for Features | -500 | -3,775 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $33,165 | $33,825 | $28,875 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $660 | $0 |
| Total Invoice | $31,184 | $34,766 | $27,402 |
| Adjustments for Features | -463 | -3,490 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $30,721 | $31,276 | $27,402 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $555 | $0 |
Features Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Chevrolet Malibu
| Model Year | 2009 | 2009 | 2011 |
| 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 | |||
| AC power outlet | $100 | ||
| Keyless entry keypad | $50 | $50 | |
| Power-adjustable pedals | $125 | ||
| Sunshade, rear | $125 | ||
| Tilt steering wheel, manual | $150 | $150 | |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | ||
| Universal garage door opener | $100 | ||
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | |||
| 911 assist | $25 | $25 | |
| Brake assist | $50 | ||
| Full-size spare tire | $225 | $225 | |
| Obstacle detection, rear | $250 | ||
| Rollover sensor | $50 | $50 | |
| Temporary spare tire | $150 | ||
| Trailer sway control | $25 | $25 | |
| Vehicle health reports | $0 | $0 | |
| Cargo Management | |||
| Cargo cover | $75 | ||
| Cargo mat | $40 | ||
| Class II trailer hitch | $200 | $200 | |
| Liftglass or two-piece tailgate | $150 | $150 | |
| Roof rack | $300 | $300 | |
| Trailering equipment (4 wire) | $125 | $125 | |
| Climate Control | |||
| Automatic climate control, front | $200 | $200 | |
| Dual-zone climate control | $125 | ||
| Rear air vents | $100 | ||
| Rear air vents with manual controls | $150 | ||
| Rear HVAC unit | $400 | ||
| Rear wiper | $175 | $175 | |
| Exterior | |||
| Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) | $25 | ||
| Deep-tinted rear windows | $275 | $275 | |
| Laminated front side windows | $200 | ||
| Rear bumper protector | $40 | $40 | |
| Running boards | $350 | $350 | |
| Wheel-lip moldings | $75 | $75 | |
| Infotainment | |||
| CD changer, in-dash | $325 | ||
| CD player | $125 | $125 | |
| SMS text-to-speech reader | $25 | $25 | |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation | $225 | ||
| Voice control for audio system | $25 | $25 | |
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | $0 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | |||
| Heated mirrors | $25 | $25 | |
| Interior ambient lighting | $150 | ||
| Trip computer | $150 | $150 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | |||
| Center armrest(s), second row | $50 | ||
| Door sill trim plates | $100 | ||
| Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | |
| Manual recliner, second row seats | $75 | ||
| Memory system, driver seat | $200 | ||
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | |
| Power-folding third row seats | $1000 | ||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | |||
| Alloy wheels | $350 | $350 | |
| Chrome-clad alloy wheels | $600 | ||
| White-letter tires | $0 | $0 | |
| Total Value of Features | $4,015 | $7,290 | $3,515 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $500 | $3,775 | $0 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -463 | -3,490 | 0 |
Specifications Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Chevrolet Malibu
| Model Year | 2009 | 2011 |
| 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. | 3,416 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 |
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