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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: $17,040

Hyundai Elantra GLS   
Difference: $4,130

Lowest Total Invoice: $16,500

Hyundai Elantra GLS   
Difference: $3,620

Calculate Payments

  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20112008
ModelElantraMalibu Classic
TrimGLSLT
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $14,945 $20,320
Base Invoice $14,536 $19,304
Popular Equipment Package 1,250  
Floor mats 95  
Satellite radio   200
Popular Equipment Package 1,138  
Floor mats 76  
Satellite radio   166
Options (change) 1,345 200
Options (change) 1,214 166
Destination 750 650
Total Price $17,040 $21,170
Total Invoice $16,500 $20,120

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Hyundai Elantra vs. Chevrolet Malibu Classic

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Hyundai Elantra GLS
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $3,640
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $3,154
Model Year20112008
ModelElantraMalibu Classic
TrimGLSLT
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine148hp I4219hp V6
TransmissionM6T4
DrivetrainFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)28/38 MPG18/28 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)172, 6?, 6
Tire (rear if not all the same)205/55-16215/60-16
Total Price$17,040$21,170
Adjustments for Features0-490
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$17,040$20,680
Total Invoice$16,500$20,120
Adjustments for Features0-466
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$16,500$19,654

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Features Comparison: Hyundai Elantra vs. Chevrolet Malibu Classic

Model Year20112008
ModelElantraMalibu Classic
TrimGLSLT
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manual$150 
4-speed manually-shiftable automatic $900
FWD$0$0
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats$0 
Brake assist$50 
Front side airbags$350 
Stability control$400 
Temporary spare tire $150
Cargo Management 
Overhead sunglass holder$25 
Climate Control 
Interior air filter$0 
Exterior 
Bodyside moldings $75
Infotainment 
Audio controls on steering wheel $125
Aux input$50 
MP3-compatible player$50 
USB port$25 
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Automatic headlights $125
Heated mirrors$25 
Illuminated visor mirror, driver $50
Visor mirror, driver$10 
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row$50 
Leather-wrapped steering wheel $150
Manual height adjuster, driver seat$50 
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat $50
Power height adjuster, driver seat $100
Total Value of Features$1,235$1,725
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$490
Value of Feature Adjustments0-466

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Specifications Comparison: Hyundai Elantra vs. Chevrolet Malibu Classic

Model Year20112008
ModelElantraMalibu Classic
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase106.3 in106.3 in
Length178.3 in188.3 in
Width69.9 in69.9 in
Height56.5 in57.5 in
Curb Weight2,661 lb.3,297 lb.
Fuel Capacity12.8 gal.16.3 gal.
Row 1 Headroom40.0 in39.6 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room55.9 in56.7 in
Row 1 Hip Room53.5 in53.2 in
Row 1 Legroom43.6 in41.9 in
Row 2 Headroom37.1 in37.6 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room54.8 in56.1 in
Row 2 Hip Room52.7 in52.4 in
Row 2 Legroom33.1 in38.5 in
Cargo Volume14.8 ft315.4 ft3

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Option Package Details
Hyundai Elantra GLS

Popular Equipment Package
FeatureValueRequested?
205/55R16 tires400No
Air conditioning900Yes
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual100Yes
Cruise control150Yes
Total Requested115074%
Total Not Requested40026%

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