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Ford Taurus X vs. Chevrolet Malibu Price Comparison (MSRP)The sticker prices, before adjusting for remaining feature differences. Usually these are the numbers you will see on the window stickers.
Models in short supply often sell at or even above these prices.
Models in short supply often sell at or even above these prices.
Ford Taurus X vs. Chevrolet Malibu Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $26,310 Chevrolet Malibu Maxx SS | ||||
| Difference: $5,555 | ||||
Lowest Total Invoice: $24,643 Chevrolet Malibu Maxx SS | ||||
| Difference: $4,610 | ||||
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| Model Year | 2008 | 2008 | 2008 | 2006 |
| Model | Taurus X | Taurus X | Taurus X | Malibu |
| Trim | SEL | Eddie Bauer | Limited | Maxx SS |
| Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr Wagon | 4dr Wagon | 4dr Hatch |
| Base Price | $27,030 | $29,770 | $30,750 | $23,265 |
| Base Invoice | $24,942 | $27,408 | $28,291 | $21,986 |
| Interior Convenience Package | 595 | |||
| Remote start | 395 | 395 | 395 | |
| Satellite radio | 195 | 195 | 195 | 325 |
| Sunroof | 960 | 960 | 960 | 800 |
| Entertainment system, ceiling-mounted | 995 | 995 | 995 | |
| Leather seating surfaces | 895 | |||
| Limited Convenience Package | 255 | |||
| CD changer, in-dash | 300 | |||
| Entertainment system, console-mounted | 995 | |||
| Interior Convenience Package | 518 | |||
| Remote start | 343 | 343 | 343 | |
| Satellite radio | 170 | 170 | 170 | 293 |
| Sunroof | 835 | 835 | 835 | 664 |
| Entertainment system, ceiling-mounted | 866 | 866 | 866 | |
| Leather seating surfaces | 779 | |||
| Limited Convenience Package | 222 | |||
| CD changer, in-dash | 249 | |||
| Entertainment system, console-mounted | 826 | |||
| Options (change) | 4,035 | 2,545 | 2,800 | 2,420 |
| Options (change) | 3,511 | 2,214 | 2,436 | 2,032 |
| Destination | 800 | 800 | 800 | 625 |
| Total Price | $31,865 | $33,115 | $34,350 | $26,310 |
| Total Invoice | $29,253 | $30,422 | $31,527 | $24,643 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Ford Taurus X vs. Chevrolet Malibu
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Chevrolet Malibu Maxx SS | ||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $2,905 | ||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $2,177 | ||||
| Model Year | 2008 | 2008 | 2008 | 2006 |
| Model | Taurus X | Taurus X | Taurus X | Malibu |
| Trim | SEL | Eddie Bauer | Limited | Maxx SS |
| Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr Wagon | 4dr Wagon | 4dr Hatch |
| Engine | 263hp V6 | 263hp V6 | 263hp V6 | 240hp V6 |
| Transmission | A6 | A6 | A6 | T4 |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | FWD | FWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | 16/24 MPG | 16/24 MPG | 16/24 MPG | 19/26 MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | ?, 4 | ?, 4 | ?, 7 | ?, 6 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 215/65-17 | 225/60-18 | 225/60-18 | 225/50-18 |
| Total Price | $31,865 | $33,115 | $34,350 | $26,310 |
| Adjustments for Features | -2,650 | -3,050 | -4,265 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $29,215 | $30,065 | $30,085 | $26,310 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $850 | $870 | $0 |
| Total Invoice | $29,253 | $30,422 | $31,527 | $24,643 |
| Adjustments for Features | -2,433 | -2,802 | -3,914 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $26,820 | $27,620 | $27,613 | $24,643 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $800 | $793 | $0 |
Features Comparison: Ford Taurus X vs. Chevrolet Malibu
| Model Year | 2008 | 2008 | 2008 | 2006 |
| Model | Taurus X | Taurus X | Taurus X | Malibu |
| Trim | SEL | Eddie Bauer | Limited | Maxx SS |
| Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr Wagon | 4dr Wagon | 4dr Hatch |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||||
| 6-speed automatic | $1000 | $1000 | $1000 | |
| 4-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $900 | |||
| FWD | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Accessories | ||||
| Keyless entry keypad | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Power-adjustable pedals | $125 | $125 | ||
| Tilt steering wheel, manual | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | |||
| Universal garage door opener | $100 | |||
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||||
| Obstacle detection, rear | $250 | |||
| Rollover sensor | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Side curtain airbags | $350 | |||
| Side curtain airbags, three rows | $500 | $500 | $500 | |
| Stability control | $400 | $400 | $400 | |
| Tire-pressure monitor | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Cargo Management | ||||
| Cargo net | $40 | $40 | ||
| Cargo shelf, height-adjustable | $100 | |||
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Roof rails | $250 | $250 | $250 | |
| Second-row high console | $250 | |||
| Climate Control | ||||
| Dual-zone climate control | $125 | $125 | $125 | |
| Interior air filter | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Rear air vents | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Exterior | ||||
| Body kit | $0 | |||
| Bodyside cladding | $350 | $350 | $350 | |
| Bodyside moldings | $75 | |||
| Deep-tinted rear windows | $275 | $275 | $275 | |
| Glass roof panel(s) | $300 | |||
| Rear spoiler | $200 | |||
| Wheel-lip moldings | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Infotainment | ||||
| Aux input | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | $100 | $100 | ||
| Entertainment system, ceiling-mounted | $1000 | $1000 | $1000 | |
| Entertainment system, console-mounted | $1000 | |||
| MP3-compatible player | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| SMS text-to-speech reader | $25 | $25 | ||
| Voice control for audio system | $25 | $25 | ||
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | $0 | ||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||||
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Compass | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Heated mirrors | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Illuminated visor mirror, passenger | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Visor mirror, passenger | $10 | |||
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||||
| Center armrest(s), second row | $50 | $50 | ||
| Folding passenger seat | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Heated front seats | $200 | |||
| Leather seating surfaces | $900 | $900 | $900 | |
| Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | ||
| Memory system, driver seat | $200 | |||
| Partial leather seating sufaces | $450 | |||
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power recliner, driver seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | ||
| Stowable third row seats | $600 | $600 | $600 | |
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||||
| Alloy wheels | $350 | $350 | $350 | |
| Performance steering system (optional) | $0 | |||
| Polished alloy wheels | $350 | |||
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | |||
| Total Value of Features | $6,850 | $7,250 | $8,465 | $4,200 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $2,650 | $3,050 | $4,265 | $0 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -2,433 | -2,802 | -3,914 | 0 |
Specifications Comparison: Ford Taurus X vs. Chevrolet Malibu
| Model Year | 2008 | 2006 |
| Model | Taurus X | Malibu |
| Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr Hatch |
| Wheelbase | 112.9 in | 112.3 in |
| Length | 200.3 in | 187.8 in |
| Width | 74.9 in | 69.8 in |
| Height | 67.4 in | 58.1 in |
| Curb Weight | 4,033 lb. | 3,476 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 19.0 gal. | 16.3 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 39.4 in | 39.4 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 58.5 in | 56.7 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 55.2 in | 53.5 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 40.8 in | 41.9 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 39.4 in | 39.4 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 57.9 in | 55.5 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 56.4 in | 52.4 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 39.8 in | 41.0 in |
| Row 3 Headroom | 38.5 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 3 Shoulder Room | 50.6 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 3 Hip Room | 46.0 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 3 Legroom | 33.6 in | 0.0 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 17.4 ft3 | 22.8 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 47.4 ft3 | 22.8 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 85.2 ft3 | 41.0 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Ford Taurus X SEL
| Interior Convenience Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Automatic climate control, front | 200 | Yes |
| CD changer, in-dash | 200 | Yes |
| Power recliner, driver seat | 100 | No |
| Automatic headlights | 125 | Yes |
| Outside temperature display | 50 | Yes |
| Dual-zone climate control | 125 | No |
| Total Requested | 575 | 72% |
| Total Not Requested | 225 | 28% |
Option Package Details
Ford Taurus X Limited
| Limited Convenience Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | No |
| Power-adjustable pedals | 125 | Yes |
| Cargo net | 40 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 165 | 62% |
| Total Not Requested | 100 | 38% |
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