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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: $34,050 Chevrolet Malibu LTZ | ||
| Difference: $7,020 | ||
Lowest Total Invoice: $31,992 Chevrolet Malibu LTZ | ||
| Difference: $6,133 | ||
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| Model Year | 2012 | 2013 |
| Model | Explorer | Malibu |
| Trim | Limited | LTZ |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Price | $37,855 | $27,365 |
| Base Invoice | $35,268 | $25,859 |
| Navigation system | 795 | 795 |
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,595 | |
| 2.0L I4 | 2,335 | |
| Electronics and Entertainment Package | 1,350 | |
| Premium Package | 1,000 | |
| Forward collision warning | 395 | |
| Navigation system | 676 | 700 |
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,356 | |
| 2.0L I4 | 2,207 | |
| Electronics and Entertainment Package | 1,188 | |
| Premium Package | 880 | |
| Forward collision warning | 348 | |
| Options (change) | 2,390 | 5,875 |
| Options (change) | 2,032 | 5,323 |
| Destination | 825 | 810 |
| Total Price | $41,070 | $34,050 |
| Total Invoice | $38,125 | $31,992 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Chevrolet Malibu
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Chevrolet Malibu LTZ | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $4,890 | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $4,156 | ||
| Model Year | 2012 | 2013 |
| Model | Explorer | Malibu |
| Trim | Limited | LTZ |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | 290hp V6 | 259hp I4 |
| Transmission | T6 | T6 |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | 17/25 MPG | 21/30 MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 390, 12 | ?, 9 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 255/50-20 | 245/40-19 |
| Total Price | $41,070 | $34,050 |
| Adjustments for Features | -2,130 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $38,940 | $34,050 |
| Total Invoice | $38,125 | $31,992 |
| Adjustments for Features | -1,977 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $36,148 | $31,992 |
Features Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Chevrolet Malibu
| Model Year | 2012 | 2013 |
| Model | Explorer | Malibu |
| Trim | Limited | LTZ |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | $1100 |
| FWD | $0 | $0 |
| Accessories | ||
| Keyless entry keypad | $50 | |
| Power-adjustable pedals | $125 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||
| 911 assist | $25 | |
| Curve control | $50 | |
| Forward collision warning | $200 | |
| Knee airbag, driver | $75 | |
| Knee airbag, passenger | $75 | |
| Lane departure warning | $200 | |
| Obstacle detection, rear | $250 | |
| Rear side airbags | $300 | |
| Safety key | $5 | |
| Side curtain airbags | $350 | |
| Side curtain airbags, three rows | $500 | |
| Trailer sway control | $25 | |
| Vehicle health reports | $0 | |
| Cargo Management | ||
| Roof rails | $250 | |
| Climate Control | ||
| Rear air vents with manual controls | $150 | |
| Rear HVAC unit | $400 | |
| Rear wiper | $175 | |
| Exterior | ||
| Bodyside cladding (gray/black) | $250 | |
| Deep-tinted rear windows | $275 | |
| Laminated front side windows | $200 | |
| Panoramic sunroof | $1200 | |
| Rear spoiler | $200 | |
| Sunroof | $900 | |
| Wheel-lip moldings | $75 | |
| Infotainment | ||
| App support | $0 | |
| HD radio | $50 | |
| Navigation, turn-by-turn | $25 | |
| SD Card slot | $25 | |
| SMS text-to-speech reader | $25 | |
| Surround sound | $250 | |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation | $225 | |
| Traffic + travel information | $25 | |
| Wi-Fi hotspot capability | $0 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||
| Compass | $0 | |
| Large color reconfigurable instrument cluster display | $250 | |
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | $25 | |
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | |
| Spotter mirror(s) | $50 | |
| Xenon HID headlights | $500 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||
| Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | |
| Manual recliner, second row seats | $75 | |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $150 | |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $150 | |
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $100 | |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Stowable third row seats | $600 | |
| Total Value of Features | $6,680 | $4,550 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $2,130 | $0 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -1,977 | 0 |
Specifications Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Chevrolet Malibu
| Model Year | 2012 | 2013 |
| Model | Explorer | Malibu |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan |
| Wheelbase | 112.6 in | 107.8 in |
| Length | 197.1 in | 191.5 in |
| Width | 78.9 in | 73.0 in |
| Height | 70.4 in | 57.6 in |
| Curb Weight | 4,557 lb. | 3,635 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 18.6 gal. | 18.5 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 40.6 in | 39.0 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 61.3 in | 57.5 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 57.3 in | 55.0 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 40.6 in | 42.1 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 40.5 in | 37.5 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 61.0 in | 57.1 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 56.7 in | 54.3 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 39.8 in | 36.8 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 | 16.3 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 43.8 ft3 | 16.3 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 80.7 ft3 | 16.3 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Chevrolet Malibu LTZ
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 75 | Yes |
| Speed limit information | 0 | No |
| Total Requested | 675 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Forward collision alert | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Forward collision alert | 200 | No |
| Lane departure warning system | 200 | No |
| Total Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Total Not Requested | 400 | 100% |
| turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 259 hp@5300 260 lb-ft@5200 | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 259 hp@5300 260 lb-ft@5200 | 1000 | Yes |
| Sunroof | 900 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1900 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Electronics and Entertainment Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| 245/40WR19 tires | 400 | No |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Rearview camera | 200 | Yes |
| AC power outlet | 100 | Yes |
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | 25 | No |
| Pioneer, 9 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Total Requested | 400 | 34% |
| Total Not Requested | 775 | 66% |
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | No |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | Yes |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 450 | 47% |
| Total Not Requested | 500 | 53% |
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