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Hyundai Elantra vs. Chevrolet Malibu Classic Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Hyundai Elantra vs. Chevrolet Malibu Classic Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $23,015

Chevrolet Malibu Classic LT   
Difference: $1,140

Lowest Total Invoice: $21,652

Chevrolet Malibu Classic LT   
Difference: $1,462

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20182008
ModelElantraMalibu Classic
TrimSportLT
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $21,800 $20,320
Base Invoice $20,906 $19,304
Floor mats 125  
Auto-dimming rearview mirror 295  
7-speed automated manual 1,100  
Front Seating Package   450
Luxury and Convenience Package   595
Satellite radio   200
Sunroof   800
Floor mats 100  
Auto-dimming rearview mirror 239  
7-speed automated manual 1,034  
Front Seating Package   374
Luxury and Convenience Package   494
Satellite radio   166
Sunroof   664
Options (change) 1,520 2,045
Options (change) 1,373 1,698
Destination 835 650
Total Price $24,155 $23,015
Total Invoice $23,114 $21,652

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Hyundai Elantra vs. Chevrolet Malibu Classic

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Hyundai Elantra Sport
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $2,910
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $2,413
Model Year20182008
ModelElantraMalibu Classic
TrimSportLT
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine201hp I4219hp V6
TransmissionS7T4
DrivetrainFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)26/33 MPG18/28 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 6?, 6
Tire (rear if not all the same)225/40-18215/60-16
Total Price$24,155$23,015
Adjustments for Features-4,0500
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$20,105$23,015
Total Invoice$23,114$21,652
Adjustments for Features-3,8750
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$19,239$21,652

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Features Comparison: Hyundai Elantra vs. Chevrolet Malibu Classic

Model Year20182008
ModelElantraMalibu Classic
TrimSportLT
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
7-speed automated manual$1200 
4-speed manually-shiftable automatic $900
FWD$0$0
Accessories 
Proximity key$250 
Proximity trunk or liftgate opener$125 
Universal garage door opener$100 
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Blind spot warning system$200 
Brake assist$50 
Cross-traffic warning, rear$100 
Front side airbags$350 
Knee airbag, driver$75 
Rearview camera$200 
Stability control$400 
Cargo Management 
Overhead sunglass holder$25 
Exterior 
Body kit$0 
Bodyside moldings $75
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)$25 
Infotainment 
Android Auto support$100 
Apple CarPlay support$100 
Aux input$50 
Bluetooth audio streaming$25 
Bluetooth cell phone link$100 
CD player $125
HD radio$50 
USB port$25 
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Compass $0
Fog lights $125
Heated mirrors$25 
Turn signals on or near mirrors$25 
Xenon HID headlights$500 
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row$50 
Leather seating surfaces$900 
Manual height adjuster, driver seat$50 
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat $50
Metal pedals$75 
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat $100
Power height adjuster, driver seat $100
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat $100
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Alloy wheels$350 
Alloy-look steel wheels $100
Electronic systems calibration selector$200 
Performance steering system (optional)$0 
Sport suspension (upgrade)$0 
Total Value of Features$5,725$1,675
Value of Feature Adjustments$4,050$0
Value of Feature Adjustments-3,8750

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Specifications Comparison: Hyundai Elantra vs. Chevrolet Malibu Classic

Model Year20182008
ModelElantraMalibu Classic
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase106.3 in106.3 in
Length179.9 in188.3 in
Width70.9 in69.9 in
Height56.5 in57.5 in
Curb Weight3,109 lb.3,297 lb.
Fuel Capacity14.0 gal.16.3 gal.
Row 1 Headroom38.8 in39.6 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room56.2 in56.7 in
Row 1 Hip Room53.4 in53.2 in
Row 1 Legroom42.2 in41.9 in
Row 2 Headroom37.3 in37.6 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room55.3 in56.1 in
Row 2 Hip Room51.9 in52.4 in
Row 2 Legroom35.7 in38.5 in
Cargo Volume14.4 ft315.4 ft3

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Option Package Details
Chevrolet Malibu Classic LT

Front Seating Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Heated front seats200Yes
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat100No
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat100No
Total Requested20050%
Total Not Requested20050%
Luxury and Convenience Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Illuminated visor mirror, passenger40Yes
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Fog lights125No
Compass0No
Alloy-look steel wheels100No
Total Requested19046%
Total Not Requested22554%

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