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.
Lowest Total Price: $28,920 Chevrolet Malibu LTZ | |||
Difference: $70 | |||
Lowest Total Invoice: $26,566 Ford Taurus SEL | |||
Difference: $665 | |||
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Model Year | 2008 | 2008 | 2008 |
Model | Taurus | Taurus | Malibu |
Trim | SEL | Limited | LTZ |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
Base Price | $23,635 | $27,620 | $27,095 |
Base Invoice | $21,801 | $25,388 | $25,605 |
Safety and Security Package | 695 | ||
Interior Convenience Package | 895 | ||
Satellite radio | 195 | 195 | |
Sunroof | 895 | 895 | 800 |
Sunshade, rear | 225 | 225 | |
Power-adjustable pedals | 120 | 125 | |
Remote start | 395 | 395 | |
Heated front seats | 240 | ||
Leather seating surfaces | 895 | ||
Limited Convenience Package | 475 | ||
Stability control | 495 | ||
Rear Power Package | 250 | ||
Safety and Security Package | 605 | ||
Interior Convenience Package | 779 | ||
Satellite radio | 170 | 170 | |
Sunroof | 779 | 779 | 664 |
Sunshade, rear | 196 | 196 | |
Power-adjustable pedals | 105 | 104 | |
Remote start | 343 | 343 | |
Heated front seats | 209 | ||
Leather seating surfaces | 779 | ||
Limited Convenience Package | 413 | ||
Stability control | 431 | ||
Rear Power Package | 208 | ||
Options (change) | 4,555 | 2,680 | 1,175 |
Options (change) | 3,965 | 2,332 | 976 |
Destination | 800 | 800 | 650 |
Total Price | $28,990 | $31,100 | $28,920 |
Total Invoice | $26,566 | $28,520 | $27,231 |
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Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Chevrolet Malibu LTZ | |||
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $975 | |||
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $187 | |||
Model Year | 2008 | 2008 | 2008 |
Model | Taurus | Taurus | Malibu |
Trim | SEL | Limited | LTZ |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
Engine | 263hp V6 | 263hp V6 | 252hp V6 |
Transmission | A6 | A6 | T6 |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | FWD |
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | 18/28 MPG | 18/28 MPG | 17/26 MPG |
Audio (watts, speakers) | ?, 4 | ?, 7 | 210, 8 |
Tire (rear if not all the same) | 215/60-17 | 225/55-18 | 225/50-18 |
Total Price | $28,990 | $31,100 | $28,920 |
Adjustments for Features | 0 | -940 | -905 |
Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $28,990 | $30,160 | $28,015 |
Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $1,170 | $0 |
Total Invoice | $26,566 | $28,520 | $27,231 |
Adjustments for Features | 0 | -862 | -852 |
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $26,566 | $27,658 | $26,379 |
Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $1,092 | $0 |
Model Year | 2008 | 2008 | 2008 |
Model | Taurus | Taurus | Malibu |
Trim | SEL | Limited | LTZ |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
Transmission and Drivetrain | |||
6-speed automatic | $1000 | $1000 | |
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | ||
FWD | $0 | $0 | $0 |
Accessories | |||
AC power outlet | $100 | ||
Keyless entry keypad | $50 | $50 | |
Tilt steering wheel, manual | $150 | $150 | |
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | ||
Universal garage door opener | $100 | $100 | |
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | |||
Brake assist | $50 | ||
Obstacle detection, rear | $250 | ||
Rollover sensor | $50 | $50 | |
Cargo Management | |||
Cargo mat | $40 | ||
Cargo net | $40 | $40 | |
Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | $25 | |
Climate Control | |||
Dual-zone climate control | $125 | $125 | |
Interior air filter | $0 | $0 | |
Rear air vents | $100 | $100 | |
Exterior | |||
Laminated front side windows | $200 | ||
Infotainment | |||
Bluetooth cell phone link | $100 | ||
SMS text-to-speech reader | $25 | ||
Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation | $225 | ||
USB port | $25 | ||
Voice control for audio system | $25 | ||
Voice control for external devices | $0 | ||
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | |||
Analog clock | $25 | ||
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | $75 | ||
Interior ambient lighting | $150 | ||
Trip computer | $150 | $150 | |
Turn signals on or near mirrors | $25 | ||
Seats and Interior Trim | |||
Center armrest(s), second row | $50 | $50 | |
Door sill trim plates | $100 | ||
Folding passenger seat | $150 | $150 | |
Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | ||
Memory system, driver seat | $200 | ||
Power height adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | ||
Power recliner, passenger seat | $100 | ||
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | ||
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | |||
Alloy wheels | $350 | ||
Machined alloy wheels | $350 | $350 | |
Performance steering system (optional) | $0 | ||
Transmission | |||
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | ||
Total Value of Features | $2,200 | $3,140 | $3,105 |
Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $940 | $905 |
Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | -862 | -852 |
Model Year | 2008 | 2008 |
Model | Taurus | Malibu |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
Wheelbase | 112.9 in | 112.3 in |
Length | 200.4 in | 191.8 in |
Width | 74.5 in | 70.3 in |
Height | 61.5 in | 57.1 in |
Curb Weight | 3,643 lb. | 3,680 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 20.0 gal. | 16.0 gal. |
Row 1 Headroom | 39.4 in | 39.4 in |
Row 1 Shoulder Room | 57.8 in | 55.9 in |
Row 1 Hip Room | 53.7 in | 53.0 in |
Row 1 Legroom | 41.3 in | 42.2 in |
Row 2 Headroom | 38.7 in | 37.2 in |
Row 2 Shoulder Room | 57.5 in | 53.9 in |
Row 2 Hip Room | 53.7 in | 52.1 in |
Row 2 Legroom | 41.3 in | 37.6 in |
Cargo Volume | 21.2 ft3 | 15.1 ft3 |
Safety and Security Package | ||
Feature | Value | Requested? |
Stability control | 400 | Yes |
Heated mirrors | 25 | Yes |
Alarm | 100 | No |
Perimeter approach lighting | 25 | No |
Total Requested | 425 | 77% |
Total Not Requested | 125 | 23% |
Interior Convenience Package | ||
Feature | Value | Requested? |
Automatic climate control, front | 200 | Yes |
CD changer, in-dash | 200 | Yes |
Power recliner, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
Automatic headlights | 125 | Yes |
Outside temperature display | 50 | Yes |
Dual-zone climate control | 125 | No |
Total Requested | 675 | 84% |
Total Not Requested | 125 | 16% |
Limited Convenience Package | ||
Feature | Value | Requested? |
Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | No |
Power-adjustable pedals | 125 | Yes |
Cargo net | 40 | Yes |
Total Requested | 265 | 51% |
Total Not Requested | 250 | 49% |
Rear Power Package | ||
Feature | Value | Requested? |
Sunshade, rear | 125 | Yes |
AC power outlet | 100 | No |
Total Requested | 125 | 56% |
Total Not Requested | 100 | 44% |