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Ford Mustang vs. Chevrolet Malibu Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Ford Mustang vs. Chevrolet Malibu Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $28,145

Ford Mustang V6 Premium   
Difference: $1,215

Lowest Total Invoice: $26,099

Ford Mustang V6 Premium   
Difference: $1,688

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year201220122012
ModelMustangMustangMalibu
TrimV6 PremiumGT PremiumLTZ
Body2dr Coupe2dr Coupe4dr Sedan
Base Price $26,310 $33,710 $28,600
Base Invoice $24,399 $31,059 $27,027
Comfort Package 595 595  
Remote start 345 345  
Temporary spare tire 100    
Rear spoiler   0  
Comfort Package 518 518  
Remote start 300 300  
Temporary spare tire 87    
Rear spoiler   0  
Options (change) 1,040 940 0
Options (change) 905 818 0
Destination 795 795 760
Total Price $28,145 $35,445 $29,360
Total Invoice $26,099 $32,672 $27,787

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Ford Mustang vs. Chevrolet Malibu

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Chevrolet Malibu LTZ
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $1,795
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $1,161
Model Year201220122012
ModelMustangMustangMalibu
TrimV6 PremiumGT PremiumLTZ
Body2dr Coupe2dr Coupe4dr Sedan
Engine305hp V6412hp V8169hp I4
TransmissionM6M6T6
DrivetrainRWDRWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)500, 8500, 8?, 8
Tire (rear if not all the same)215/60-17235/50-18225/50-18
Total Price$28,145$35,445$29,360
Adjustments for Features0-475-3,010
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$28,145$34,970$26,350
Cost Above Minimum$0$6,825$0
Total Invoice$26,099$32,672$27,787
Adjustments for Features0-438-2,849
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$26,099$32,234$24,938
Cost Above Minimum$0$6,135$0

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Features Comparison: Ford Mustang vs. Chevrolet Malibu

Model Year201220122012
ModelMustangMustangMalibu
TrimV6 PremiumGT PremiumLTZ
Body2dr Coupe2dr Coupe4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manual$150$150 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic  $1100
RWD$0$0 
FWD  $0
Accessories 
AC power outlet  $100
Power rear side windows  $200
Tilt steering wheel, manual$150$150 
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual  $250
Universal garage door opener$100$100 
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
911 assist$25$25 
Brake assist  $50
Safety key$5$5 
Side curtain airbags  $350
Vehicle health reports$0$0 
Cargo Management 
Cargo mat  $40
Climate Control 
Automatic climate control, front  $200
Drivetrain 
Limited-slip rear differential$300$300 
Exterior 
Bodyside moldings  $75
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) $25$25
Laminated front side windows  $200
Rear spoiler $200 
Sunroof  $900
Infotainment 
Bluetooth audio streaming$25$25 
Navigation, turn-by-turn$25$25 
SMS text-to-speech reader$25$25 
Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation  $225
Traffic + travel information$25$25 
Voice control for audio system$25$25 
Voice control for external devices$0$0 
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Automatic headlights $125$125
Fog lights $125$125
Heated mirrors  $25
Outside temperature display  $50
Spotter mirror(s)$50$50 
Trip computer$150$150 
Seats and Interior Trim 
Aluminum trim$100$100 
Metal pedals$75$75 
No leather in second row$-300$-300 
Power recliner, driver seat  $100
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Electronic systems calibration selector$200$200 
Sport suspension (upgrade) $0 
Total Value of Features$1,130$1,605$4,140
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$475$3,010
Value of Feature Adjustments0-438-2,849

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

Specifications Comparison: Ford Mustang vs. Chevrolet Malibu

Model Year20122012
ModelMustangMalibu
Body2dr Coupe4dr Sedan
Wheelbase107.1 in112.3 in
Length188.1 in191.8 in
Width73.9 in70.3 in
Height55.6 in57.1 in
Curb Weight3,448 lb.3,416 lb.
Fuel Capacity16.0 gal.16.0 gal.
Row 1 Headroom38.5 in39.4 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room55.3 in55.9 in
Row 1 Hip Room53.4 in53.0 in
Row 1 Legroom42.4 in42.2 in
Row 2 Headroom34.7 in37.2 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room51.6 in53.9 in
Row 2 Hip Room46.8 in52.1 in
Row 2 Legroom29.8 in37.6 in
Cargo Volume13.4 ft315.1 ft3

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

Option Package Details
Ford Mustang V6 Premium

Comfort Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Heated front seats200Yes
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Power height adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Compass0Yes
Total Requested500100%
Total Not Requested00%

Option Package Details
Ford Mustang GT Premium

Comfort Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Heated front seats200Yes
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Power height adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Compass0Yes
Total Requested500100%
Total Not Requested00%

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