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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: $34,820

Chevrolet Malibu Premier   
Difference: $2,415

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year202120212016
ModelMustangMustangMalibu
TrimEcoBoost PremiumGT PremiumPremier
Body2dr Coupe2dr Coupe4dr Sedan
Base Price $32,225 $40,285 $30,920
Premium Plus Package 2,200 2,200  
Safe and Smart Package 1,495 1,495  
All-weather floor mats 120 120 140
Rear spoiler 0 0  
Driver Confidence Package     1,195
Driver Confidence Package II     1,295
Illuminated door sill trim plates     395
Premium Plus Package 2,090 2,090  
Safe and Smart Package 1,420 1,420  
All-weather floor mats 114 114 127
Rear spoiler 0 0  
Driver Confidence Package     1,087
Driver Confidence Package II     1,178
Illuminated door sill trim plates     359
Options (change) 3,815 3,815 3,025
Options (change) 3,624 3,624 2,751
Destination 1,195 1,195 875
Total Price $37,235 $45,295 $34,820

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Ford Mustang vs. Chevrolet Malibu

Lowest Adjusted Price: Chevrolet Malibu Premier
Lowest Adjusted Invoice: Ford Mustang EcoBoost Premium
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $4,330
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $26,658
Model Year202120212016
ModelMustangMustangMalibu
TrimEcoBoost PremiumGT PremiumPremier
Body2dr Coupe2dr Coupe4dr Sedan
Engine310hp I4460hp V8250hp I4
TransmissionM6M6T8
DrivetrainRWDRWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 9?, 9?, 9
Tire (rear if not all the same)235/50-18235/50-18245/40-19
Total Price$37,235$45,295$34,820
Adjustments for Features00-1,915
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$37,235$45,295$32,905
Cost Above Minimum$0$8,060$0

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Features Comparison: Ford Mustang vs. Chevrolet Malibu

Model Year202120212016
ModelMustangMustangMalibu
TrimEcoBoost PremiumGT PremiumPremier
Body2dr Coupe2dr Coupe4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manual$150$150 
8-speed manually-shiftable automatic  $1300
RWD$0$0 
FWD  $0
Accessories 
AC power outlet  $100
Active noise reduction$0  
Adaptive cruise control$600$600 
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed  $850
Power rear side windows  $200
Remote climate control$25$25 
Remote start  $150
Remote start via app$75$75 
Semi-automated parking system  $500
Universal garage door opener$100$100 
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
911 assist$25$25 
Active glove box$100$100 
Automatic braking, low-speed  $200
Following distance indicator  $25
Knee airbag, passenger  $75
Lane departure prevention, steering-based  $200
Line lock$50$50 
Obstacle detection, front  $150
Rear side airbags  $300
Rollover sensor  $50
Cargo Management 
Cargo mat  $40
Climate Control 
Rain-sensing wipers$175$175 
Rear air vents  $100
Variable intermittent wipers  $75
Drivetrain 
Limited-slip rear differential$300$300 
Exterior 
Active grille shutters$0$0 
Body kit (gray/black)$0$0 
Laminated front side windows  $200
Rear spoiler$200$200 
Infotainment 
Aux input  $50
CD player$125$125 
MP3-compatible player$50$50 
Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation  $225
Traffic + travel information$25$25 
Wireless charging station  $75
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Fog lights$125$125 
Interior ambient lighting  $150
Large color reconfigurable instrument cluster display$250$250 
LED headlights, single projector or low beam only$750$750 
Performance meter$150$150 
Seats and Interior Trim 
Aluminum trim$100$100 
Center armrest(s), second row  $50
Metal pedals$75$75 
No leather in second row$-300$-300 
Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat  $100
Power recliner, driver seat  $100
Power recliner, passenger seat  $100
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat$100$100 
Upgraded floor mats$0$0 
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Additional powertrain and chassis calibration options$0$0 
Alloy wheels  $350
Electronic systems calibration selector$200$200 
Machined alloy wheels$350$350 
Total Value of Features$3,800$3,800$5,715
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$0$1,915
Value of Feature Adjustments00-1,832

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Specifications Comparison: Ford Mustang vs. Chevrolet Malibu

Model Year20212016
ModelMustangMalibu
Body2dr Coupe4dr Sedan
Wheelbase107.1 in111.4 in
Length188.5 in193.8 in
Width75.4 in73.0 in
Height54.3 in57.7 in
Curb Weight3,492 lb.3,087 lb.
Fuel Capacity15.5 gal.13.0 gal.
Row 1 Headroom37.6 in39.1 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room56.3 in58.5 in
Row 1 Hip Room54.9 in54.1 in
Row 1 Legroom42.7 in42.0 in
Row 2 Headroom34.8 in37.5 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room52.2 in57.1 in
Row 2 Hip Room47.4 in53.4 in
Row 2 Legroom29.0 in38.1 in
Cargo Volume13.5 ft315.8 ft3

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Option Package Details
Ford Mustang EcoBoost Premium

Premium Plus Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
Heated steering wheel100Yes
Voice control for nav and audio75Yes
Traffic + travel information25No
Large color reconfigurable instrument cluster display250No
Remote start via app75Yes
Remote climate control25No
Wi-Fi hotspot50Yes
Remote app25Yes
4G LTE connectivity0Yes
Special interior trim0No
Upgraded floor mats0No
Total Requested92576%
Total Not Requested30024%
Safe and Smart Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Rain-sensing wipers100No
Adaptive cruise control450Yes
Memory system, driver seat200Yes
Auto-dimming headlights200Yes
Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system0Yes
Lane departure warning200Yes
Blind spot warning system200Yes
Cross-traffic warning, rear100Yes
Automatic braking, high-speed or partial200Yes
Forward collision warning200Yes
Pedestrian detection50Yes
Total Requested180095%
Total Not Requested1005%

Option Package Details
Ford Mustang GT Premium

Premium Plus Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
Heated steering wheel100Yes
Voice control for nav and audio75Yes
Traffic + travel information25No
Large color reconfigurable instrument cluster display250No
Remote start via app75Yes
Remote climate control25No
Wi-Fi hotspot50Yes
Remote app25Yes
4G LTE connectivity0Yes
Special interior trim0No
Upgraded floor mats0No
Total Requested92576%
Total Not Requested30024%
Safe and Smart Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Rain-sensing wipers100No
Adaptive cruise control450Yes
Memory system, driver seat200Yes
Auto-dimming headlights200Yes
Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system0Yes
Lane departure warning200Yes
Blind spot warning system200Yes
Cross-traffic warning, rear100Yes
Automatic braking, high-speed or partial200Yes
Forward collision warning200Yes
Pedestrian detection50Yes
Total Requested180095%
Total Not Requested1005%

Option Package Details
Chevrolet Malibu Premier

Driver Confidence Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Obstacle detection, front150No
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Auto-dimming headlights200Yes
Lane departure warning system200Yes
Blind spot warning system200Yes
Rear cross-traffic detection100Yes
Automatic braking, low-speed200No
Forward collision warning200Yes
Lane departure prevention system, steering-based200No
Pedestrian detection50Yes
Following distance indicator25No
Total Requested120068%
Total Not Requested57532%
Driver Confidence Package II
FeatureValueRequested?
Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system0Yes
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed700No
Parking guidance system - active500No
Automatic braking, high-speed or partial200Yes
Total Requested20014%
Total Not Requested120086%

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