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Ford Fusion vs. Chevrolet Malibu Classic Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Ford Fusion vs. Chevrolet Malibu Classic Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $23,380

Chevrolet Malibu Classic LT   
Difference: $830

Lowest Total Invoice: $21,955

Chevrolet Malibu Classic LT   
Difference: $298

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year200820082008
ModelFusionFusionMalibu Classic
TrimSESELLT
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $19,060 $20,150 $20,320
Base Invoice $17,594 $18,576 $19,304
Moon and Tune Package 795 795  
3.0L V6 2,750 2,750  
Traction control 95 95  
Rear spoiler 295 295 175
Remote start 295 295 190
Satellite radio 195 195 200
Front Seating Package     450
Luxury and Convenience Package     595
Sunroof     800
Moon and Tune Package 692 692  
3.0L V6 2,475 2,474  
Traction control 83 83  
Rear spoiler 257 257 145
Remote start 257 257 158
Satellite radio 170 170 166
Front Seating Package     374
Luxury and Convenience Package     494
Sunroof     664
Options (change) 4,425 4,425 2,410
Options (change) 3,934 3,933 2,001
Destination 725 725 650
Total Price $24,210 $25,300 $23,380
Total Invoice $22,253 $23,234 $21,955

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Ford Fusion vs. Chevrolet Malibu Classic

Lowest Adjusted Price: Chevrolet Malibu Classic LT
Lowest Adjusted Invoice: Ford Fusion SE
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $280
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $208
Model Year200820082008
ModelFusionFusionMalibu Classic
TrimSESELLT
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine221hp V6221hp V6219hp V6
TransmissionA6A6T4
DrivetrainFWDFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)18/26 MPG18/26 MPG18/28 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 8?, 8?, 6
Tire (rear if not all the same)205/60-16225/50-17215/60-16
Total Price$24,210$25,300$23,380
Adjustments for Features-550-1,5250
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$23,660$23,775$23,380
Cost Above Minimum$0$115$0
Total Invoice$22,253$23,234$21,955
Adjustments for Features-506-1,4000
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$21,747$21,834$21,955
Cost Above Minimum$0$87$0

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Features Comparison: Ford Fusion vs. Chevrolet Malibu Classic

Model Year200820082008
ModelFusionFusionMalibu Classic
TrimSESELLT
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed automatic$1000$1000 
4-speed manually-shiftable automatic  $900
FWD$0$0$0
Accessories 
Keyless entry keypad $50 
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Front side airbags$350$350 
Cargo Management 
Overhead sunglass holder$25$25 
Climate Control 
Automatic climate control, front $200 
Exterior 
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) $25 
Infotainment 
Aux input$50$50 
Bluetooth cell phone link $100 
CD changer, in-dash$325$325 
CD player  $125
MP3-compatible player$50$50 
SMS text-to-speech reader $25 
USB port $25 
Voice control for audio system $25 
Voice control for external devices $0 
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Analog clock $25 
Auto-dimming rearview mirror $150$150
Automatic headlights $125$125
Compass $0$0
Heated mirrors $25 
Outside temperature display $50$50
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row$50$50 
Folding passenger seat$150$150 
Heated front seats  $200
Leather-wrapped steering wheel $150$150
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Alloy-look steel wheels  $100
Machined alloy wheels$350$350 
Total Value of Features$2,350$3,325$1,800
Value of Feature Adjustments$550$1,525$0
Value of Feature Adjustments-506-1,4000

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See a complete comparison of Ford Fusion vs. Chevrolet Malibu Classic features.

Specifications Comparison: Ford Fusion vs. Chevrolet Malibu Classic

Model Year20082008
ModelFusionMalibu Classic
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase107.4 in106.3 in
Length190.2 in188.3 in
Width72.2 in69.9 in
Height57.2 in57.5 in
Curb Weight3,280 lb.3,297 lb.
Fuel Capacity17.5 gal.16.3 gal.
Row 1 Headroom38.7 in39.6 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room57.4 in56.7 in
Row 1 Hip Room54.0 in53.2 in
Row 1 Legroom42.3 in41.9 in
Row 2 Headroom37.8 in37.6 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room56.5 in56.1 in
Row 2 Hip Room53.6 in52.4 in
Row 2 Legroom37.0 in38.5 in
Cargo Volume15.8 ft315.4 ft3

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See a complete comparison of Ford Fusion vs. Chevrolet Malibu Classic specs.

Option Package Details
Ford Fusion SE

Moon and Tune Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Sunroof900Yes
Unbranded, 8 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Total Requested90072%
Total Not Requested35028%

Option Package Details
Ford Fusion SEL

Moon and Tune Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Sunroof900Yes
Unbranded, 8 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Total Requested90072%
Total Not Requested35028%

Option Package Details
Chevrolet Malibu Classic LT

Front Seating Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Heated front seats200No
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Total Requested20050%
Total Not Requested20050%
Luxury and Convenience Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Illuminated visor mirror, passenger40Yes
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Fog lights125Yes
Compass0Yes
Alloy-look steel wheels100No
Total Requested31576%
Total Not Requested10024%

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