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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: $24,015

Chevrolet Malibu LTZ   
Difference: $4,430

Lowest Total Invoice: $22,692

Chevrolet Malibu LTZ   
Difference: $3,668

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year201220122006
ModelMustangMustangMalibu
TrimV6 PremiumGT PremiumLTZ
Body2dr Coupe2dr Coupe4dr Sedan
Base Price $26,310 $33,710 $23,065
Base Invoice $24,399 $31,059 $21,797
Pony Package 995    
Remote start 345 345  
Rear spoiler   0  
Polished alloy wheels   495  
Satellite radio     325
Pony Package 866    
Remote start 300 300  
Rear spoiler   0  
Polished alloy wheels   431  
Satellite radio     270
Options (change) 1,340 840 325
Options (change) 1,166 731 270
Destination 795 795 625
Total Price $28,445 $35,345 $24,015
Total Invoice $26,360 $32,585 $22,692

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Ford Mustang vs. Chevrolet Malibu

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Chevrolet Malibu LTZ
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $5,340
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $4,528
Model Year201220122006
ModelMustangMustangMalibu
TrimV6 PremiumGT PremiumLTZ
Body2dr Coupe2dr Coupe4dr Sedan
Engine305hp V6412hp V8201hp V6
TransmissionM6M6T4
DrivetrainRWDRWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)500, 8500, 8?, 6
Tire (rear if not all the same)235/50-18235/50-18225/50-17
Total Price$28,445$35,345$24,015
Adjustments for Features00-910
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$28,445$35,345$23,105
Cost Above Minimum$0$6,900$0
Total Invoice$26,360$32,585$22,692
Adjustments for Features00-860
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$26,360$32,585$21,832
Cost Above Minimum$0$6,225$0

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Features Comparison: Ford Mustang vs. Chevrolet Malibu

Model Year201220122006
ModelMustangMustangMalibu
TrimV6 PremiumGT PremiumLTZ
Body2dr Coupe2dr Coupe4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manual$150$150 
4-speed manually-shiftable automatic  $900
RWD$0$0 
FWD  $0
Accessories 
Power rear side windows  $200
Power-adjustable pedals  $125
Tilt steering wheel, manual$150$150 
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual  $250
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
911 assist$25$25 
Safety key$5$5 
Side curtain airbags  $350
Stability control$400$400 
Tire-pressure monitor$75$75 
Vehicle health reports$0$0 
Cargo Management 
Cargo net  $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 
Infotainment 
Aux input$50$50 
Bluetooth audio streaming$25$25 
Bluetooth cell phone link$100$100 
MP3-compatible player$50$50 
Navigation, turn-by-turn$25$25 
SMS text-to-speech reader$25$25 
Telematics service, such as OnStar  $200
Traffic + travel information$25$25 
Voice control for audio system$25$25 
Voice control for external devices$0$0 
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Compass  $0
Heated mirrors  $25
Outside temperature display  $50
Spotter mirror(s)$50$50 
Seats and Interior Trim 
Aluminum trim$100$100 
Folding passenger seat  $150
Heated front seats  $200
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat  $50
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat$100$100 
Synthetic suede inserts in leather seating surfaces  $0
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Electronic systems calibration selector$200$200 
Sport suspension (upgrade) $0 
Total Value of Features$1,905$1,905$2,815
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$0$910
Value of Feature Adjustments00-860

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

Specifications Comparison: Ford Mustang vs. Chevrolet Malibu

Model Year20122006
ModelMustangMalibu
Body2dr Coupe4dr Sedan
Wheelbase107.1 in106.3 in
Length188.1 in188.3 in
Width73.9 in69.9 in
Height55.6 in57.5 in
Curb Weight3,448 lb.3,298 lb.
Fuel Capacity16.0 gal.16.3 gal.
Row 1 Headroom38.5 in39.6 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room55.3 in56.7 in
Row 1 Hip Room53.4 in53.2 in
Row 1 Legroom42.4 in41.9 in
Row 2 Headroom34.7 in37.6 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room51.6 in56.1 in
Row 2 Hip Room46.8 in52.4 in
Row 2 Legroom29.8 in38.5 in
Cargo Volume13.4 ft315.4 ft3

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

Option Package Details
Ford Mustang V6 Premium

Pony Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Automatic headlights125Yes
Fog lights125Yes
Rear spoiler200Yes
Polished alloy wheels350Yes
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)25No
Chrome grille (optional)0No
235/50WR18 tires400No
Special exterior trim0No
Total Requested80065%
Total Not Requested42535%

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