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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: $28,545 Chevrolet Malibu LTZ | ||
| Difference: $17,045 | ||
Lowest Total Invoice: $26,919 Chevrolet Malibu LTZ | ||
| Difference: $15,559 | ||
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| Model Year | 2015 | 2008 |
| Model | Explorer | Malibu |
| Trim | Sport | LTZ |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Price | $43,100 | $27,095 |
| Base Invoice | $40,191 | $25,605 |
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,595 | |
| Sunroof | 800 | |
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,392 | |
| Sunroof | 664 | |
| Options (change) | 1,595 | 800 |
| Options (change) | 1,392 | 664 |
| Destination | 895 | 650 |
| Total Price | $45,590 | $28,545 |
| Total Invoice | $42,478 | $26,919 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Chevrolet Malibu
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Chevrolet Malibu LTZ | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $10,830 | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $9,768 | ||
| Model Year | 2015 | 2008 |
| Model | Explorer | Malibu |
| Trim | Sport | LTZ |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | 365hp V6 | 252hp V6 |
| Transmission | T6 | T6 |
| Drivetrain | AWD | FWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | 16/22 MPG | 17/26 MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 390, 12 | 210, 8 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 255/50-20 | 225/50-18 |
| Total Price | $45,590 | $28,545 |
| Adjustments for Features | -6,215 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $39,375 | $28,545 |
| Total Invoice | $42,478 | $26,919 |
| Adjustments for Features | -5,791 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $36,687 | $26,919 |
Features Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Chevrolet Malibu
| Model Year | 2015 | 2008 |
| Model | Explorer | Malibu |
| Trim | Sport | LTZ |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | $1100 |
| AWD | $1700 | |
| FWD | $0 | |
| Accessories | ||
| Keyless entry keypad | $50 | |
| Universal garage door opener | $100 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||
| 911 assist | $25 | |
| Curve control | $50 | |
| Hill descent control | $250 | |
| Knee airbag, passenger | $75 | |
| Obstacle detection, rear | $250 | |
| Rearview camera | $200 | |
| Rollover sensor | $50 | |
| Safety key | $5 | |
| Side curtain airbags | $350 | |
| Side curtain airbags, three rows | $500 | |
| Terrain selector | $200 | |
| Trailer sway control | $25 | |
| Vehicle health reports | $0 | |
| Cargo Management | ||
| Cargo mat | $40 | |
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | |
| Roof rails | $250 | |
| Climate Control | ||
| Dual-zone climate control | $125 | |
| Interior air filter | $0 | |
| 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 | ||
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | $100 | |
| CD changer, in-dash | $325 | |
| CD player | $125 | |
| 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 | |
| USB port | $25 | |
| Voice control for audio system | $25 | |
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | |
| Wi-Fi hotspot capability | $0 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | $75 | |
| Compass | $0 | |
| Interior ambient lighting | $150 | |
| Large color reconfigurable instrument cluster display | $250 | |
| Spotter mirror(s) | $50 | |
| Trip computer | $150 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||
| Center armrest(s), second row | $50 | |
| Door sill trim plates | $100 | |
| Illuminated door sill trim plates | $200 | |
| Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $50 | |
| Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | |
| Manual recliner, second row seats | $75 | |
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $100 | |
| Stowable third row seats | $600 | |
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||
| Alloy wheels | $350 | |
| Machined alloy wheels | $350 | |
| Performance steering system (optional) | $0 | |
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | |
| Total Value of Features | $10,180 | $3,965 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $6,215 | $0 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -5,791 | 0 |
Specifications Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Chevrolet Malibu
| Model Year | 2015 | 2008 |
| Model | Explorer | Malibu |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan |
| Wheelbase | 112.6 in | 112.3 in |
| Length | 197.1 in | 191.8 in |
| Width | 78.9 in | 70.3 in |
| Height | 70.4 in | 57.1 in |
| Curb Weight | 4,921 lb. | 3,680 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 18.6 gal. | 16.0 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 40.6 in | 39.4 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 61.3 in | 55.9 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 57.3 in | 53.0 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 40.6 in | 42.2 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 40.5 in | 37.2 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 61.0 in | 53.9 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 56.7 in | 52.1 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 39.8 in | 37.6 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 | 15.1 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 43.8 ft3 | 15.1 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 80.7 ft3 | 15.1 ft3 |
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