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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: $27,550

Chevrolet Malibu LTZ   
Difference: $4,355

Lowest Total Invoice: $26,072

Chevrolet Malibu LTZ   
Difference: $4,130

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year2018201820182009
ModelMustangMustangMustangMalibu
TrimEcoBoost PremiumGT PremiumShelby GT350LTZ
Body2dr Coupe2dr Coupe2dr Coupe4dr Sedan
Base Price $30,600 $39,095 $55,845 $26,880
Base Invoice $28,917 $36,945 $52,773 $25,402
Temporary spare tire 405 405    
Rear spoiler 0 0    
Convenience Package     3,000  
Temporary spare tire 385 385    
Rear spoiler 0 0    
Convenience Package     2,850  
Options (change) 405 405 3,000 0
Options (change) 385 385 2,850 0
Destination 900 900 900 670
Gas Tax 0 0 1,300 0
Total Price $31,905 $40,400 $61,045 $27,550
Total Invoice $30,202 $38,230 $57,823 $26,072

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Ford Mustang vs. Chevrolet Malibu

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Chevrolet Malibu LTZ
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $3,305
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $3,136
Model Year2018201820182009
ModelMustangMustangMustangMalibu
TrimEcoBoost PremiumGT PremiumShelby GT350LTZ
Body2dr Coupe2dr Coupe2dr Coupe4dr Sedan
Engine310hp I4460hp V8526hp V8169hp I4
TransmissionM6M6M6T6
DrivetrainRWDRWDRWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 9?, 9?, 9210, 8
Tire (rear if not all the same)235/50-18235/50-18295/35-19225/50-18
Total Price$31,905$40,400$61,045$27,550
Adjustments for Features-1,050-1,050-1,9500
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$30,855$39,350$59,095$27,550
Cost Above Minimum$0$8,495$28,240$0
Total Invoice$30,202$38,230$57,823$26,072
Adjustments for Features-994-994-1,8470
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$29,208$37,236$55,976$26,072
Cost Above Minimum$0$8,028$26,768$0

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Features Comparison: Ford Mustang vs. Chevrolet Malibu

Model Year2018201820182009
ModelMustangMustangMustangMalibu
TrimEcoBoost PremiumGT PremiumShelby GT350LTZ
Body2dr Coupe2dr Coupe2dr Coupe4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manual$150$150$150 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic   $1100
RWD$0$0$0 
FWD   $0
Accessories 
Active noise reduction$0   
Power rear side windows   $200
Proximity key$250$250$250 
Remote start   $150
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
911 assist$25$25$25 
Active glove box$100$100$100 
High performance brake pads (optional)  $0 
Knee airbag, driver$75$75$75 
Line lock$50$50$50 
Obstacle detection, rear$250$250  
Rearview camera$200$200$200 
Safety key$5$5$5 
Temporary spare tire$150$150 $150
Vehicle health reports$0$0$0 
Cargo Management 
Cargo mat   $40
Cargo net   $40
Climate Control 
Dual-zone climate control$125$125$125 
Interior air filter$0$0$0 
Drivetrain 
Differential cooler  $0 
Limited-slip rear differential$300$300  
Torque-sensing limited-slip rear differential  $300 
Engine / Motor 
Dual-mode exhaust, switchable  $500 
Exterior 
Active grille shutters$0$0  
Body kit (gray/black)$0$0$0 
Laminated front side windows   $200
Larger rear spoiler  $200 
Rear spoiler$200$200  
Infotainment 
Android Auto support$100$100$100 
App support$0$0$0 
Apple CarPlay support$100$100$100 
Aux input   $50
Bluetooth audio streaming$25$25$25 
CD changer, in-dash   $325
CD player$125$125$125 
Navigation system  $600 
SMS text-to-speech reader$25$25$25 
Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation   $225
Traffic + travel information  $25 
USB port$25$25$25 
Voice control for audio system$25$25  
Voice control for external devices$0$0$0 
Voice control for nav and audio  $100 
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror   $75
Fog lights$125$125 $125
Heated mirrors$25$25 $25
Interior ambient lighting   $150
LED headlights, single projector or low beam only$750$750  
Performance meter$150$150$150 
Spotter mirror(s)$50$50$50 
Trip computer$150$150$150 
Turn signals on or near mirrors$25$25$25 
Xenon HID headlights  $500 
Seats and Interior Trim 
Aluminum trim$100$100$100 
Cooled or ventilated front seats$300$300$300 
Door sill trim plates  $100$100
Illuminated door sill trim plates$200$200  
Leather-wrapped steering wheel$150$150 $150
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat   $50
Metal pedals$75$75$75 
No leather in second row$-300$-300$-300 
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat$100$100$100 
Power recliner, driver seat   $100
Synthetic suede steering wheel  $150 
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Adaptive dampers - electrical  $500 
Additional powertrain and chassis calibration options$0$0$0 
Alloy wheels  $350$350
Electronic systems calibration selector$200$200$200 
Machined alloy wheels$350$350  
Performance steering system (optional)  $0 
Sport suspension (upgrade)  $0 
Wheels, dark finish  $0 
Transmission 
Launch control  $100 
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls   $100
Total Value of Features$4,755$4,755$5,655$3,705
Value of Feature Adjustments$1,050$1,050$1,950$0
Value of Feature Adjustments-994-994-1,8470

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Specifications Comparison: Ford Mustang vs. Chevrolet Malibu

Model Year20182009
ModelMustangMalibu
Body2dr Coupe4dr Sedan
Wheelbase107.1 in112.3 in
Length188.5 in191.8 in
Width75.4 in70.3 in
Height54.3 in57.1 in
Curb Weight3,543 lb.3,451 lb.
Fuel Capacity15.5 gal.16.0 gal.
Row 1 Headroom37.6 in39.4 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room56.3 in55.9 in
Row 1 Hip Room54.9 in53.0 in
Row 1 Legroom42.7 in42.2 in
Row 2 Headroom34.8 in37.2 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room52.2 in53.9 in
Row 2 Hip Room47.4 in52.1 in
Row 2 Legroom29.0 in37.6 in
Cargo Volume13.5 ft315.1 ft3

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Option Package Details
Ford Mustang Shelby GT350

Convenience Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Traffic + travel information25No
Navigation system600No
Universal garage door opener100Yes
Turn signals on or near mirrors25No
Voice control for nav and audio75No
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power height adjuster, driver seat50Yes
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat100No
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Power height adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Heated front seats200Yes
Cooled or ventilated front seats300No
No leather in second row-300No
Apple CarPlay support100No
Android Auto support100No
Automatic climate control, front200Yes
Satellite radio200Yes
Dual-zone climate control125No
Unbranded, 9 speakers350No
Total Requested215059%
Total Not Requested150041%

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