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Ford Taurus 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 vs. Chevrolet Malibu Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $31,775 Chevrolet Malibu 2LT | |||
| Difference: $3,005 | |||
Lowest Total Invoice: $30,054 Chevrolet Malibu 2LT | |||
| Difference: $1,682 | |||
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| Model Year | 2009 | 2013 | 2013 |
| Model | Taurus | Malibu | Malibu |
| Trim | Limited | 2LT | LTZ |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Price | $30,670 | $24,890 | $27,365 |
| Base Invoice | $28,053 | $23,769 | $25,859 |
| Navigation system | 1,995 | 795 | 795 |
| Remote start | 395 | ||
| Sunroof | 895 | 1,000 | |
| Leather Package | 1,000 | ||
| Electronics and Entertainment Package | 1,175 | 1,350 | |
| Forward collision warning | 395 | ||
| 2.0L I4 | 1,710 | 2,335 | |
| Navigation system | 1,736 | 700 | 700 |
| Remote start | 343 | ||
| Sunroof | 779 | 880 | |
| Leather Package | 880 | ||
| Electronics and Entertainment Package | 1,034 | 1,188 | |
| Forward collision warning | 348 | ||
| 2.0L I4 | 1,633 | 2,207 | |
| Options (change) | 3,285 | 6,075 | 4,480 |
| Options (change) | 2,858 | 5,475 | 4,095 |
| Destination | 825 | 810 | 810 |
| Total Price | $34,780 | $31,775 | $32,655 |
| Total Invoice | $31,736 | $30,054 | $30,764 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Ford Taurus vs. Chevrolet Malibu
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Chevrolet Malibu 2LT | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $4,055 | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $2,675 | |||
| Model Year | 2009 | 2013 | 2013 |
| Model | Taurus | Malibu | Malibu |
| Trim | Limited | 2LT | LTZ |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | 263hp V6 | 259hp I4 | 259hp I4 |
| Transmission | A6 | T6 | T6 |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | FWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | 18/28 MPG | 21/30 MPG | 21/30 MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | ?, 7 | ?, 9 | ?, 9 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 225/55-18 | 235/50-18 | 245/40-19 |
| Total Price | $34,780 | $31,775 | $32,655 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -1,050 | -700 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $34,780 | $30,725 | $31,955 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $0 | $1,230 |
| Total Invoice | $31,736 | $30,054 | $30,764 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -993 | -659 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $31,736 | $29,061 | $30,105 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $0 | $1,044 |
Features Comparison: Ford Taurus vs. Chevrolet Malibu
| Model Year | 2009 | 2013 | 2013 |
| Model | Taurus | Malibu | Malibu |
| Trim | Limited | 2LT | LTZ |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | |||
| 6-speed automatic | $1000 | ||
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | $1100 | |
| FWD | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Accessories | |||
| AC power outlet | $100 | $100 | |
| Keyless entry keypad | $50 | ||
| Power-adjustable pedals | $125 | ||
| Tilt steering wheel, manual | $150 | ||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | $250 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | |||
| 911 assist | $25 | ||
| Forward collision warning | $200 | ||
| Knee airbag, driver | $75 | $75 | |
| Knee airbag, passenger | $75 | $75 | |
| Lane departure warning | $200 | ||
| Obstacle detection, rear | $250 | ||
| Rear side airbags | $300 | $300 | |
| Rearview camera | $200 | $200 | |
| Vehicle health reports | $0 | ||
| Climate Control | |||
| Rear air vents | $100 | ||
| Exterior | |||
| Bodyside moldings | $75 | ||
| Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) | $25 | $25 | |
| Laminated front side windows | $200 | $200 | |
| Infotainment | |||
| App support | $0 | $0 | |
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | $25 | |
| CD changer, in-dash | $325 | ||
| CD player | $125 | $125 | |
| SMS text-to-speech reader | $25 | ||
| Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation | $225 | $225 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | |||
| Analog clock | $25 | ||
| Interior ambient lighting | $150 | $150 | |
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | $25 | $25 | |
| Turn signals on or near mirrors | $25 | $25 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | |||
| Door sill trim plates | $100 | ||
| Folding passenger seat | $150 | ||
| Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $50 | ||
| Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | ||
| Memory system, driver seat | $200 | ||
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $150 | $150 | |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $150 | $150 | |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | |
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | |||
| Alloy wheels | $350 | $350 | |
| Chrome-clad alloy wheels | $600 | ||
| Total Value of Features | $3,150 | $4,200 | $3,850 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $1,050 | $700 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | -993 | -659 |
Specifications Comparison: Ford Taurus vs. Chevrolet Malibu
| Model Year | 2009 | 2013 |
| Model | Taurus | Malibu |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Wheelbase | 112.9 in | 107.8 in |
| Length | 200.4 in | 191.5 in |
| Width | 74.5 in | 73.0 in |
| Height | 61.5 in | 57.6 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,643 lb. | 3,635 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 20.0 gal. | 18.5 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 39.4 in | 39.0 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 57.8 in | 57.5 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 53.7 in | 55.0 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 41.3 in | 42.1 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 38.7 in | 37.5 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 57.5 in | 57.1 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 53.7 in | 54.3 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 41.3 in | 36.8 in |
| Cargo Volume | 21.2 ft3 | 16.3 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Chevrolet Malibu 2LT
| Forward collision alert | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Forward collision alert | 200 | No |
| Lane departure warning system | 200 | No |
| Total Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Total Not Requested | 400 | 100% |
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 75 | Yes |
| Speed limit information | 0 | No |
| Total Requested | 675 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Leather Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 150 | No |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Total Requested | 1300 | 84% |
| Total Not Requested | 250 | 16% |
| Electronics and Entertainment Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Cargo net | 40 | Yes |
| Bodyside moldings | 75 | No |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Rearview camera | 200 | No |
| AC power outlet | 100 | No |
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | 25 | No |
| Pioneer, 9 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Total Requested | 290 | 28% |
| Total Not Requested | 750 | 72% |
Option Package Details
Chevrolet Malibu LTZ
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 75 | Yes |
| Speed limit information | 0 | No |
| Total Requested | 675 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 259 hp@5300 260 lb-ft@5200 | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 259 hp@5300 260 lb-ft@5200 | 1000 | Yes |
| Sunroof | 900 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1900 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Electronics and Entertainment Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| 245/40WR19 tires | 400 | No |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Rearview camera | 200 | No |
| AC power outlet | 100 | No |
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | 25 | No |
| Pioneer, 9 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Total Requested | 100 | 9% |
| Total Not Requested | 1075 | 91% |
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