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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: $35,895 Chevrolet Malibu Premier | ||
| Difference: $9,560 | ||
Lowest Total Invoice: $34,288 Chevrolet Malibu Premier | ||
| Difference: $7,220 | ||
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| Model Year | 2012 | 2016 |
| Model | Taurus | Malibu |
| Trim | SHO | Premier |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Price | $38,155 | $30,920 |
| Base Invoice | $35,025 | $29,683 |
| Package 402A | 3,100 | |
| Adaptive cruise control | 1,195 | |
| Navigation system | 1,550 | |
| Remote start | 425 | |
| All-weather floor mats | 75 | 140 |
| Cargo organizer | 160 | 140 |
| Driver Confidence Package | 1,195 | |
| Driver Confidence Package II | 1,295 | |
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,270 | |
| Cargo net | 60 | |
| Package 402A | 2,697 | |
| Adaptive cruise control | 1,040 | |
| Navigation system | 1,349 | |
| Remote start | 398 | |
| All-weather floor mats | 65 | 127 |
| Cargo organizer | 139 | 127 |
| Driver Confidence Package | 1,087 | |
| Driver Confidence Package II | 1,178 | |
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,156 | |
| Cargo net | 55 | |
| Options (change) | 6,505 | 4,100 |
| Options (change) | 5,688 | 3,730 |
| Destination | 795 | 875 |
| Total Price | $45,455 | $35,895 |
| Total Invoice | $41,508 | $34,288 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Ford Taurus vs. Chevrolet Malibu
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Chevrolet Malibu Premier | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $9,435 | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $7,106 | ||
| Model Year | 2012 | 2016 |
| Model | Taurus | Malibu |
| Trim | SHO | Premier |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | 365hp V6 | 250hp I4 |
| Transmission | T6 | T8 |
| Drivetrain | AWD | FWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | 17/25 MPG | 22/32 MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 390, 12 | ?, 9 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 255/45-19 | 245/40-19 |
| Total Price | $45,455 | $35,895 |
| Adjustments for Features | -125 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $45,330 | $35,895 |
| Total Invoice | $41,508 | $34,288 |
| Adjustments for Features | -114 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $41,394 | $34,288 |
Features Comparison: Ford Taurus vs. Chevrolet Malibu
| Model Year | 2012 | 2016 |
| Model | Taurus | Malibu |
| Trim | SHO | Premier |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | |
| 8-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1300 | |
| AWD | $1700 | |
| FWD | $0 | |
| Accessories | ||
| AC power outlet | $100 | |
| Adaptive cruise control | $600 | |
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | $850 | |
| Heated steering wheel | $100 | |
| Keyless entry keypad | $50 | |
| Power-adjustable pedals | $125 | |
| Remote app | $25 | |
| Semi-automated parking system | $500 | |
| Sunshade, rear, power | $225 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||
| 911 assist | $25 | |
| Automatic braking, high-speed or partial | $200 | |
| Automatic braking, low-speed | $200 | |
| Following distance indicator | $25 | |
| Knee airbag, driver | $75 | |
| Knee airbag, passenger | $75 | |
| Lane departure prevention, steering-based | $200 | |
| Lane departure warning | $200 | |
| Obstacle detection, front | $150 | |
| Pedestrian detection | $50 | |
| Rear side airbags | $300 | |
| Temporary spare tire | $150 | |
| Cargo Management | ||
| Cargo mat | $40 | |
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | |
| Climate Control | ||
| Rain-sensing wipers | $175 | |
| Variable intermittent wipers | $75 | |
| Exterior | ||
| Laminated front side windows | $200 | |
| Panoramic sunroof | $1200 | |
| Rear spoiler | $200 | |
| Sunroof | $900 | |
| Infotainment | ||
| 4G LTE connectivity | $0 | |
| Android Auto support | $100 | |
| App support | $0 | |
| Apple CarPlay support | $100 | |
| CD player | $125 | |
| DVD-compatible player | $0 | |
| HD radio | $50 | |
| Media drive | $15 | |
| MP3-compatible player | $50 | |
| Navigation, turn-by-turn | $25 | |
| Surround sound | $250 | |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation | $225 | |
| Traffic + travel information | $25 | |
| Wi-Fi hotspot | $50 | |
| Wireless charging station | $75 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | $75 | |
| Turn signals on or near mirrors | $25 | |
| Xenon HID headlights | $500 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||
| Heated second row seats | $200 | |
| Metal pedals | $75 | |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Synthetic suede inserts in leather seating surfaces | $0 | |
| Upgraded floor mats | $0 | |
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | |
| Transmission | ||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | |
| Total Value of Features | $6,765 | $6,640 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $125 | $0 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -114 | 0 |
Specifications Comparison: Ford Taurus vs. Chevrolet Malibu
| Model Year | 2012 | 2016 |
| Model | Taurus | Malibu |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Wheelbase | 112.9 in | 111.4 in |
| Length | 202.9 in | 193.8 in |
| Width | 76.2 in | 73.0 in |
| Height | 60.7 in | 57.7 in |
| Curb Weight | 4,415 lb. | 3,388 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 20.0 gal. | 13.0 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 39.0 in | 39.1 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 57.9 in | 58.5 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 56.3 in | 54.1 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 41.9 in | 42.0 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 37.8 in | 37.5 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 56.9 in | 57.1 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 55.8 in | 53.4 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 38.1 in | 38.1 in |
| Cargo Volume | 20.1 ft3 | 15.8 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Ford Taurus SHO
| Package 402A | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Heated second row seats | 200 | No |
| Sunshade, rear, power | 225 | No |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | 300 | Yes |
| Sunroof | 900 | Yes |
| Surround sound | 250 | No |
| Sony, 390W, 12 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Auto-dimming headlights | 200 | Yes |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Rear cross-traffic detection | 100 | Yes |
| Rain-sensing wipers | 100 | No |
| Power-adjustable pedals | 125 | No |
| Total Requested | 1900 | 60% |
| Total Not Requested | 1250 | 40% |
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 75 | Yes |
| HD radio | 50 | No |
| Media drive, large | 15 | No |
| Total Requested | 675 | 91% |
| Total Not Requested | 65 | 9% |
Option Package Details
Chevrolet Malibu Premier
| Panoramic sunroof | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Panoramic sunroof | 1200 | No |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Upgraded floor mats | 0 | No |
| Total Requested | 100 | 8% |
| Total Not Requested | 1200 | 92% |
| Driver Confidence Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Obstacle detection, front | 150 | No |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming headlights | 200 | Yes |
| Lane departure warning system | 200 | No |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Rear cross-traffic detection | 100 | Yes |
| Automatic braking, low-speed | 200 | No |
| Forward collision warning | 200 | Yes |
| Lane departure prevention system, steering-based | 200 | No |
| Pedestrian detection | 50 | No |
| Following distance indicator | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 950 | 54% |
| Total Not Requested | 825 | 46% |
| Driver Confidence Package II | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system | 0 | Yes |
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | 700 | No |
| Parking guidance system - active | 500 | No |
| Automatic braking, high-speed or partial | 200 | No |
| Total Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Total Not Requested | 1400 | 100% |
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