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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: $36,845 Chevrolet Malibu Premier | |||
| Difference: $15,890 | |||
Lowest Total Invoice: $35,155 Chevrolet Malibu Premier | |||
| Difference: $15,223 | |||
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| Model Year | 2018 | 2018 | 2018 |
| Model | Explorer | Explorer | Malibu |
| Trim | Sport | Platinum | Premier |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Price | $45,950 | $53,940 | $30,975 |
| Base Invoice | $43,883 | $51,512 | $29,736 |
| Package 401A | 3,875 | ||
| Cargo mat | 100 | 100 | |
| All-weather floor mats | 120 | 120 | 140 |
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,695 | ||
| Driver Confidence Package II | 995 | ||
| Driver Confidence Package | 1,195 | ||
| Sun and Wheels Package | 2,270 | ||
| Illuminated door sill trim plates | 395 | ||
| Package 401A | 3,681 | ||
| Cargo mat | 95 | 95 | |
| All-weather floor mats | 114 | 114 | 127 |
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,610 | ||
| Driver Confidence Package II | 905 | ||
| Driver Confidence Package | 1,087 | ||
| Sun and Wheels Package | 2,066 | ||
| Illuminated door sill trim plates | 359 | ||
| Options (change) | 5,790 | 220 | 4,995 |
| Options (change) | 5,500 | 209 | 4,544 |
| Destination | 995 | 995 | 875 |
| Total Price | $52,735 | $55,155 | $36,845 |
| Total Invoice | $50,378 | $52,716 | $35,155 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Chevrolet Malibu
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Chevrolet Malibu Premier | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $9,140 | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $8,797 | |||
| Model Year | 2018 | 2018 | 2018 |
| Model | Explorer | Explorer | Malibu |
| Trim | Sport | Platinum | Premier |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | 365hp V6 | 365hp V6 | 250hp I4 |
| Transmission | T6 | T6 | T9 |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | FWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | 16/22 MPG | 16/22 MPG | 22/32 MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 500, 12 | 500, 12 | ?, 9 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 255/50-20 | 255/50-20 | 245/40-19 |
| Total Price | $52,735 | $55,155 | $36,845 |
| Adjustments for Features | -6,695 | -9,170 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $46,040 | $45,985 | $36,845 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $55 | $0 | $0 |
| Total Invoice | $50,378 | $52,716 | $35,155 |
| Adjustments for Features | -6,396 | -8,764 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $43,982 | $43,952 | $35,155 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $30 | $0 | $0 |
Features Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Chevrolet Malibu
| Model Year | 2018 | 2018 | 2018 |
| Model | Explorer | Explorer | Malibu |
| Trim | Sport | Platinum | Premier |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | |||
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | $1100 | |
| 9-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1400 | ||
| AWD | $1700 | $1700 | |
| FWD | $0 | ||
| Accessories | |||
| Active noise reduction | $0 | ||
| Adaptive cruise control | $600 | $600 | |
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | $850 | ||
| Hands-free trunk or liftgate | $100 | $100 | |
| Keyless entry keypad | $50 | $50 | |
| Power liftgate | $350 | $350 | |
| Power-adjustable pedals | $125 | ||
| Remote climate control | $25 | $25 | |
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | $15 | |
| Semi-automated parking system | $500 | $500 | |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | ||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | $350 | $350 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | |||
| 911 assist | $25 | $25 | |
| Automatic braking, high-speed or partial | $200 | ||
| Automatic braking, low-speed | $200 | ||
| Curve control | $50 | $50 | |
| Following distance indicator | $25 | ||
| Hill descent control | $250 | $250 | |
| Inflatable rear seat belts | $200 | $200 | |
| Knee airbag, driver | $75 | ||
| Pedestrian detection | $50 | ||
| Rear side airbags | $300 | ||
| Side curtain airbags | $350 | ||
| Side curtain airbags, three rows | $500 | $500 | |
| Temporary spare tire | $150 | $150 | |
| Terrain selector | $200 | $200 | |
| Trailer sway control | $25 | $25 | |
| Wide-view front camera | $150 | $150 | |
| Cargo Management | |||
| Class III trailer hitch | $250 | $250 | |
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | $25 | |
| Roof rails | $250 | $250 | |
| Trailering equipment (7 wire) | $150 | $150 | |
| Climate Control | |||
| Rain-sensing wipers | $175 | $175 | |
| Rear air vents | $100 | ||
| Rear air vents with manual controls | $150 | $150 | |
| Rear HVAC unit | $400 | $400 | |
| Rear wiper | $175 | $175 | |
| Variable intermittent wipers | $75 | ||
| Exterior | |||
| Black exterior trim (optional) | $0 | ||
| Black grille (optional) | $0 | ||
| Bodyside cladding (gray/black) | $250 | $250 | |
| Deep-tinted rear windows | $275 | $275 | |
| Laminated front side windows | $200 | ||
| Rear bumper protector | $40 | $40 | |
| Rear spoiler | $200 | $200 | |
| Tow hook(s), front | $40 | $40 | |
| Wheel-lip moldings | $75 | $75 | |
| Infotainment | |||
| CD player | $125 | $125 | |
| HD radio | $50 | $50 | |
| MP3-compatible player | $50 | $50 | |
| Surround sound | $250 | $250 | |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation | $225 | ||
| Traffic + travel information | $25 | $25 | |
| Wireless charging station | $75 | ||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | |||
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | $75 | $75 | |
| Fog lights | $125 | $125 | |
| Large color reconfigurable instrument cluster display | $250 | $250 | |
| LED headlights, single projector or low beam only | $750 | $750 | |
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | $50 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | |||
| Heated second row seats | $200 | $200 | |
| Leather door panel trim | $250 | ||
| Leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | $150 | |
| Manual recliner, second row seats | $75 | $75 | |
| Massage, driver seat | $100 | ||
| Massage, passenger seat | $100 | ||
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $150 | ||
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $150 | ||
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | |
| Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | |
| Power-stowing third row seats | $1000 | $1000 | |
| Tailgating position, third row seats | $50 | $50 | |
| Upgraded floor mats | $0 | ||
| Upholstered instrument panel, leather | $1000 | ||
| Wood trim | $300 | ||
| Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | ||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | |||
| Alloy wheels | $350 | ||
| Machined alloy wheels | $350 | $350 | |
| Performance steering system (optional) | $0 | ||
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | $0 | |
| Transmission | |||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | $100 | |
| Total Value of Features | $12,270 | $14,745 | $5,575 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $6,695 | $9,170 | $0 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -6,396 | -8,764 | 0 |
Specifications Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Chevrolet Malibu
| Model Year | 2018 | 2018 |
| Model | Explorer | Malibu |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan |
| Wheelbase | 112.6 in | 111.4 in |
| Length | 198.3 in | 193.8 in |
| Width | 78.9 in | 73.0 in |
| Height | 70.0 in | 57.7 in |
| Curb Weight | 4,890 lb. | 3,388 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 18.6 gal. | 15.8 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 41.4 in | 39.1 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 61.5 in | 58.5 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 57.3 in | 54.1 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 40.6 in | 42.0 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 40.6 in | 37.5 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 61.0 in | 57.1 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 56.8 in | 53.4 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 39.5 in | 38.1 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 | 33.3 in | 0.0 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 21.0 ft3 | 15.8 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 43.9 ft3 | 15.8 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 81.7 ft3 | 15.8 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Ford Explorer Sport
| Package 401A | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Inflatable rear seat belts | 200 | No |
| Sony, 500W, 12 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | 100 | No |
| Heated second row seats | 200 | No |
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | 300 | Yes |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | Yes |
| AC power outlet | 100 | Yes |
| Power-folding mirrors | 50 | No |
| Remote window/roof operation | 15 | No |
| Interior ambient lighting | 150 | Yes |
| Wide-view front camera | 150 | No |
| Rain-sensing wipers | 100 | No |
| Adaptive cruise control | 450 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | No |
| Auto-dimming headlights | 200 | Yes |
| Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system | 0 | Yes |
| Lane departure warning | 200 | Yes |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Cross-traffic warning, rear | 100 | Yes |
| Forward collision warning | 200 | Yes |
| Lane departure prevention, steering-based | 200 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 2400 | 66% |
| Total Not Requested | 1240 | 34% |
Option Package Details
Chevrolet Malibu Premier
| Driver Confidence Package II | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system | 0 | Yes |
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | 700 | No |
| Semi-automated parking system | 500 | Yes |
| Automatic braking, high-speed or partial | 200 | No |
| Total Requested | 500 | 36% |
| Total Not Requested | 900 | 64% |
| Driver Confidence Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Obstacle detection, front | 150 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming headlights | 200 | Yes |
| Lane departure warning | 200 | Yes |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Cross-traffic warning, rear | 100 | Yes |
| Automatic braking, low-speed | 200 | No |
| Forward collision warning | 200 | Yes |
| Lane departure prevention, steering-based | 200 | Yes |
| Pedestrian detection | 50 | No |
| Following distance indicator | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 1500 | 85% |
| Total Not Requested | 275 | 15% |
| Sun and Wheels Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Panoramic sunroof | 1200 | Yes |
| 245/40R19 tires | 400 | No |
| Upgraded floor mats | 0 | No |
| Total Requested | 1300 | 76% |
| Total Not Requested | 400 | 24% |
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