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Ford Taurus vs. Chevrolet Malibu Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Ford Taurus vs. Chevrolet Malibu Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $34,320

Chevrolet Malibu Premier   
Difference: $535

Lowest Total Invoice: $31,793

Ford Taurus Limited   
Difference: $1,066

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20092017
ModelTaurusMalibu
TrimLimitedPremier
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $30,670 $30,975
Base Invoice $28,053 $29,736
Navigation system 1,995  
Remote start 395  
All-weather floor mats 75 140
Sunroof 895  
Sun and Wheels Package   2,270
Cargo net   60
Navigation system 1,736  
Remote start 343  
All-weather floor mats 57 127
Sunroof 779  
Sun and Wheels Package   2,066
Cargo net   55
Options (change) 3,360 2,470
Options (change) 2,915 2,248
Destination 825 875
Total Price $34,855 $34,320
Total Invoice $31,793 $32,859

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Ford Taurus vs. Chevrolet Malibu

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Chevrolet Malibu Premier
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $2,505
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $820
Model Year20092017
ModelTaurusMalibu
TrimLimitedPremier
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine263hp V6250hp I4
TransmissionA6T9
DrivetrainFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)18/28 MPG22/33 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 7?, 9
Tire (rear if not all the same)225/55-18245/40-19
Total Price$34,855$34,320
Adjustments for Features0-1,970
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$34,855$32,350
Total Invoice$31,793$32,859
Adjustments for Features0-1,886
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$31,793$30,973

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Features Comparison: Ford Taurus vs. Chevrolet Malibu

Model Year20092017
ModelTaurusMalibu
TrimLimitedPremier
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed automatic$1000 
9-speed manually-shiftable automatic $1400
FWD$0$0
Accessories 
AC power outlet $100
Heated steering wheel $100
Keyless entry keypad$50 
Power-adjustable pedals$125 
Proximity key $250
Remote app $25
Tilt steering wheel, manual$150 
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual $250
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
911 assist$25 
Knee airbag, driver $75
Knee airbag, passenger $75
Obstacle detection, rear$250 
Rear side airbags $300
Rearview camera $200
Safety key $5
Temporary spare tire$150 
Cargo Management 
Cargo mat $40
Overhead sunglass holder$25 
Exterior 
Laminated front side windows $200
Panoramic sunroof $1200
Sunroof$900 
Infotainment 
4G LTE connectivity $0
Android Auto support $100
App support $0
Apple CarPlay support $100
Bluetooth audio streaming $25
CD changer, in-dash$325 
MP3-compatible player$50 
Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation $225
Wi-Fi hotspot $50
Wireless charging station $75
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Analog clock$25 
Fog lights$125 
Interior ambient lighting $150
Turn signals on or near mirrors $25
Seats and Interior Trim 
Cooled or ventilated front seats $300
Door sill trim plates $100
Folding passenger seat$150 
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat$50 
Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat$50 
Power height adjuster, passenger seat $100
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat $100
Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat $100
Upgraded floor mats $0
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Alloy wheels $350
Chrome-clad alloy wheels$600 
Total Value of Features$4,050$6,020
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$1,970
Value of Feature Adjustments0-1,886

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Specifications Comparison: Ford Taurus vs. Chevrolet Malibu

Model Year20092017
ModelTaurusMalibu
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase112.9 in111.4 in
Length200.4 in193.8 in
Width74.5 in73.0 in
Height61.5 in57.7 in
Curb Weight3,643 lb.3,388 lb.
Fuel Capacity20.0 gal.13.0 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.4 in39.1 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room57.8 in58.5 in
Row 1 Hip Room53.7 in54.1 in
Row 1 Legroom41.3 in42.0 in
Row 2 Headroom38.7 in37.5 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room57.5 in57.1 in
Row 2 Hip Room53.7 in53.4 in
Row 2 Legroom41.3 in38.1 in
Cargo Volume21.2 ft315.8 ft3

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See a complete comparison of Ford Taurus vs. Chevrolet Malibu specs.

Option Package Details
Chevrolet Malibu Premier

Sun and Wheels Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Universal garage door opener100Yes
Panoramic sunroof1200No
245/40R19 tires400No
Upgraded floor mats0No
Total Requested1006%
Total Not Requested160094%

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