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Honda Accord vs. Chevrolet Malibu Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Honda Accord vs. Chevrolet Malibu Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $28,730

Honda Accord EX-L   
Difference: $2,230

Lowest Total Invoice: $26,101

Honda Accord EX-L   
Difference: $3,198

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20082012
ModelAccordMalibu
TrimEX-LLTZ
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $25,060 $28,600
Base Invoice $22,720 $27,027
3.5L V6 2,200  
5-speed automatic 800  
3.6L V6   1,600
3.5L V6 1,988  
5-speed automatic 723  
3.6L V6   1,512
Options (change) 3,000 1,600
Options (change) 2,711 1,512
Destination 670 760
Total Price $28,730 $30,960
Total Invoice $26,101 $29,299

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Honda Accord vs. Chevrolet Malibu

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Honda Accord EX-L
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $1,780
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $2,772
Model Year20082012
ModelAccordMalibu
TrimEX-LLTZ
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine268hp V6252hp V6
TransmissionA5T6
DrivetrainFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)19/29 MPG17/26 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)270, 7?, 8
Tire (rear if not all the same)225/50-17225/50-18
Total Price$28,730$30,960
Adjustments for Features0-450
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$28,730$30,510
Total Invoice$26,101$29,299
Adjustments for Features0-426
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$26,101$28,873

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Features Comparison: Honda Accord vs. Chevrolet Malibu

Model Year20082012
ModelAccordMalibu
TrimEX-LLTZ
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
5-speed automatic$900 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic $1100
FWD$0$0
Accessories 
AC power outlet $100
Active noise reduction$0 
Remote start $150
Remote window/roof operation$15 
Universal garage door opener$100 
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats$0 
Cargo Management 
Cargo mat $40
Overhead sunglass holder$25 
Rear seat pass-through$100 
Climate Control 
Dual-zone climate control$125 
Interior air filter$0 
Exterior 
Bodyside moldings $75
Laminated front side windows $200
Infotainment 
Bluetooth cell phone link $100
CD changer, in-dash$325 
CD player $125
Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation $225
USB port $25
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row$50 
Door sill trim plates $100
Leather door panel trim$250 
Power height adjuster, passenger seat $100
Power recliner, passenger seat$100 
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat $100
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Performance steering system (optional) $0
Total Value of Features$1,990$2,440
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$450
Value of Feature Adjustments0-426

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Specifications Comparison: Honda Accord vs. Chevrolet Malibu

Model Year20082012
ModelAccordMalibu
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase110.2 in112.3 in
Length194.1 in191.8 in
Width72.7 in70.3 in
Height58.1 in57.1 in
Curb Weight3,600 lb.3,645 lb.
Fuel Capacity18.5 gal.16.0 gal.
Row 1 Headroom41.4 in39.4 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room58.2 in55.9 in
Row 1 Hip Room56.6 in53.0 in
Row 1 Legroom42.5 in42.2 in
Row 2 Headroom38.5 in37.2 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room56.4 in53.9 in
Row 2 Hip Room54.3 in52.1 in
Row 2 Legroom37.2 in37.6 in
Cargo Volume14.0 ft315.1 ft3

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Option Package Details
Chevrolet Malibu LTZ

3.6L V6
DOHC-4v
252 hp@6300
251 lb-ft@3200
FeatureValueRequested?
3.6L V6
DOHC-4v
252 hp@6300
251 lb-ft@3200
1000Yes
Performance steering system (optional)250No
Total Requested100080%
Total Not Requested25020%

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