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Ford Fusion vs. Chevrolet Malibu Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Ford Fusion vs. Chevrolet Malibu Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $25,310

Chevrolet Malibu SS   
Difference: $4,940

Lowest Total Invoice: $23,744

Chevrolet Malibu SS   
Difference: $4,029

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20122006
ModelFusionMalibu
TrimSELSS
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $25,425 $22,865
Base Invoice $23,423 $21,608
Appearance Package 895  
Package 301A / 401A 1,195  
Remote start 345  
3.0L V6 1,595  
Satellite radio   325
Sunroof   800
Telematics service, such as OnStar   695
Appearance Package 779  
Package 301A / 401A 1,040  
Remote start 300  
3.0L V6 1,436  
Satellite radio   270
Sunroof   664
Telematics service, such as OnStar   577
Options (change) 4,030 1,820
Options (change) 3,555 1,511
Destination 795 625
Total Price $30,250 $25,310
Total Invoice $27,773 $23,744

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Ford Fusion vs. Chevrolet Malibu

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Chevrolet Malibu SS
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $2,470
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $1,761
Model Year20122006
ModelFusionMalibu
TrimSELSS
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine240hp V6240hp V6
TransmissionT6T4
DrivetrainFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)20/28 MPG19/26 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)390, 12?, 6
Tire (rear if not all the same)225/45-18225/50-18
Total Price$30,250$25,310
Adjustments for Features-2,4700
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$27,780$25,310
Total Invoice$27,773$23,744
Adjustments for Features-2,2680
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$25,505$23,744

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Features Comparison: Ford Fusion vs. Chevrolet Malibu

Model Year20122006
ModelFusionMalibu
TrimSELSS
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1100 
4-speed manually-shiftable automatic $900
FWD$0$0
Accessories 
Keyless entry keypad$50 
Power-adjustable pedals $125
Remote window/roof operation$15 
Universal garage door opener$100 
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
911 assist$25 
Safety key$5 
Stability control$400 
Tire-pressure monitor$75 
Vehicle health reports$0 
Cargo Management 
Cargo net $40
Overhead sunglass holder$25 
Climate Control 
Dual-zone climate control$125 
Interior air filter$0 
Exterior 
Body kit $0
Bodyside moldings $75
Infotainment 
App support$0 
Aux input$50 
Bluetooth audio streaming$25 
Bluetooth cell phone link$100 
MP3-compatible player$50 
Navigation, turn-by-turn$25 
SMS text-to-speech reader$25 
Surround sound$250 
Telematics service, such as OnStar $200
Traffic + travel information$25 
Voice control for audio system$25 
Voice control for external devices$0 
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Auto-dimming rearview mirror$150 
Compass$0 
Heated mirrors$25 
Illuminated visor mirror, passenger$50 
Spotter mirror(s)$50 
Visor mirror, passenger $10
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row$50 
Heated front seats$200 
Leather seating surfaces$900 
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat $50
Partial leather seating sufaces $450
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat$100 
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat$100 
Power recliner, driver seat$100 
Power recliner, passenger seat$100 
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Performance steering system (optional) $0
Total Value of Features$4,320$1,850
Value of Feature Adjustments$2,470$0
Value of Feature Adjustments-2,2680

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

Specifications Comparison: Ford Fusion vs. Chevrolet Malibu

Model Year20122006
ModelFusionMalibu
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase107.4 in106.3 in
Length190.6 in188.3 in
Width72.2 in69.9 in
Height56.9 in57.5 in
Curb Weight3,446 lb.3,315 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 Room53.3 in52.4 in
Row 2 Legroom37.1 in38.5 in
Cargo Volume16.5 ft315.4 ft3

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

Option Package Details
Ford Fusion SEL

Appearance Package
FeatureValueRequested?
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic0Yes
Sport suspension (upgrade)250Yes
Rear spoiler200Yes
Special exterior trim0No
Special interior trim0No
225/45VR18 tires400No
Total Requested45053%
Total Not Requested40047%
Luxury Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Upgraded leather upholstery0No
Polished alloy wheels350Yes
Special interior trim0No
Bright-finished mirror housings (optional)0No
Total Requested350100%
Total Not Requested00%
Package 301A / 401A
FeatureValueRequested?
Sunroof900Yes
Surround sound250No
Sony, 390W, 12 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Total Requested90060%
Total Not Requested60040%

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