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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: $29,360

Chevrolet Malibu LTZ   
Difference: $2,025

Lowest Total Invoice: $27,787

Chevrolet Malibu LTZ   
Difference: $1,940

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year2018201820182012
ModelFusionFusionFusionMalibu
TrimHybrid SEHybrid TitaniumHybrid PlatinumLTZ
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $26,245 $30,775 $37,275 $28,600
Base Invoice $24,801 $29,082 $35,225 $27,027
Luxury Package 2,995      
Sunroof 1,095 1,095    
Cargo mat 175 175    
Luxury Package 2,845      
Sunroof 1,040 1,040    
Cargo mat 166 166    
Options (change) 4,265 1,270 0 0
Options (change) 4,051 1,206 0 0
Destination 875 875 875 760
Total Price $31,385 $32,920 $38,150 $29,360
Total Invoice $29,727 $31,163 $36,100 $27,787

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Ford Fusion vs. Chevrolet Malibu

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Ford Fusion Hybrid Platinum
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $555
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $530
Model Year2018201820182012
ModelFusionFusionFusionMalibu
TrimHybrid SEHybrid TitaniumHybrid PlatinumLTZ
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine141hp I4 H141hp I4 H141hp I4 H169hp I4
TransmissionCVTCVTCVTT6
DrivetrainFWDFWDFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)43/41 MPG43/41 MPG43/41 MPG26/38 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 9390, 12390, 12?, 8
Tire (rear if not all the same)225/50-17235/45-18235/45-18225/50-18
Total Price$31,385$32,920$38,150$29,360
Adjustments for Features-1,870-3,570-9,3450
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$29,515$29,350$28,805$29,360
Cost Above Minimum$710$545$0$0
Total Invoice$29,727$31,163$36,100$27,787
Adjustments for Features-1,771-3,379-8,8430
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$27,956$27,784$27,257$27,787
Cost Above Minimum$699$527$0$0

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Features Comparison: Ford Fusion vs. Chevrolet Malibu

Model Year2018201820182012
ModelFusionFusionFusionMalibu
TrimHybrid SEHybrid TitaniumHybrid PlatinumLTZ
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
CVT$1000$1000$1000 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic   $1100
FWD$0$0$0$0
Accessories 
AC power outlet $100$100$100
Active noise reduction$0$0$0 
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed  $850 
Cruise control$150$150 $150
Heated steering wheel  $100 
Keyless entry keypad$50$50$50 
Proximity key$250$250$250 
Remote app  $25 
Remote climate control  $25 
Remote window/roof operation$15$15$15 
Semi-automated parking system  $500 
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual$250$250 $250
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power  $350 
Universal garage door opener$100$100$100 
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
911 assist$25$25$25 
Automatic braking, high-speed or partial  $200 
Automatic braking, low-speed  $200 
Blind spot warning system  $200 
Cross-traffic warning, rear  $100 
Driver drowsiness monitor  $150 
Forward collision warning  $200 
Knee airbag, driver$75$75$75 
Knee airbag, passenger$75$75$75 
Lane departure prevention, steering-based  $200 
Lane departure warning  $200 
Obstacle detection, front  $150 
Obstacle detection, rear $250$250 
Pedestrian detection  $50 
Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system  $0 
Rearview camera$200$200$200 
Safety key$5$5$5 
Temporary spare tire   $150
Vehicle health reports$0$0$0 
Cargo Management 
Overhead sunglass holder$25$25$25 
Climate Control 
Dual-zone climate control$125$125$125 
Interior air filter$0$0$0 
Rain-sensing wipers  $175 
Rear air vents$100$100$100 
Variable intermittent wipers$75$75 $75
Engine / Motor 
Automatic start / stop$150$150$150 
Exterior 
Bodyside moldings   $75
Laminated front side windows   $200
Rear spoiler $200$200 
Infotainment 
4G LTE connectivity  $0 
Android Auto support $100$100 
App support$0$0$0 
Apple CarPlay support $100$100 
Bluetooth audio streaming$25$25$25 
HD radio $50$50 
Navigation system  $600 
SMS text-to-speech reader$25$25$25 
Surround sound $250$250 
Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation   $225
Traffic + travel information  $25 
Voice control for audio system$25$25  
Voice control for external devices$0$0$0 
Voice control for nav and audio  $100 
Wi-Fi hotspot  $50 
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror  $75 
Auto-dimming headlights  $200 
Detailed driving style feedback$100$100$100 
Fog lights $125$125$125
Interior ambient lighting $150$150$150
Large color reconfigurable instrument cluster display$250$250$250 
LED headlights$1000$1000$1000 
Spotter mirror(s)$50$50$50 
Trip computer$150$150$150 
Turn signals on or near mirrors$25$25$25 
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row$50$50$50 
Cooled or ventilated front seats  $300 
Door sill trim plates $100$100$100
Floor mats, second row (optional)$0$0$0 
Leather door panel trim  $250 
Memory system, driver seat$200$200$200 
Metal pedals $75$75 
Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat $100$100 
Power recliner, passenger seat$100$100$100 
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat $100$100$100
Upgraded floor mats$0$0$0 
Upholstered instrument panel, leather  $1000 
Total Value of Features$4,670$6,370$12,145$2,800
Value of Feature Adjustments$1,870$3,570$9,345$0
Value of Feature Adjustments-1,771-3,379-8,8430

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Specifications Comparison: Ford Fusion vs. Chevrolet Malibu

Model Year20182012
ModelFusionMalibu
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase112.2 in112.3 in
Length191.7 in191.8 in
Width72.9 in70.3 in
Height58.1 in57.1 in
Curb Weight3,627 lb.3,620 lb.
Fuel Capacity16.5 gal.16.0 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.2 in39.4 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room57.8 in55.9 in
Row 1 Hip Room55.0 in53.0 in
Row 1 Legroom41.8 in42.2 in
Row 2 Headroom37.8 in37.2 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room56.9 in53.9 in
Row 2 Hip Room54.4 in52.1 in
Row 2 Legroom38.3 in37.6 in
Cargo Volume16.0 ft315.1 ft3

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Option Package Details
Ford Fusion Hybrid SE

Luxury Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Heated mirrors25Yes
Heated front seats200Yes
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Memory system, driver seat200No
Leather-wrapped steering wheel150Yes
Remote start75Yes
Turn signals on or near mirrors25No
Proximity key250No
LED headlights1000No
Total Requested150050%
Total Not Requested147550%

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