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Hyundai Elantra vs. Chevrolet Malibu Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Hyundai Elantra vs. Chevrolet Malibu Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $21,765

Hyundai Elantra Limited   
Difference: $3,685

Lowest Total Invoice: $20,845

Hyundai Elantra Limited   
Difference: $3,112

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20122007
ModelElantraMalibu
TrimLimitedLTZ
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $20,595 $23,675
Base Invoice $19,727 $22,373
Auto-dimming rearview mirror 250  
Cargo net 50  
Floor mats 95  
Satellite radio   325
Sunroof   800
Auto-dimming rearview mirror 226  
Cargo net 41  
Floor mats 76  
Satellite radio   270
Sunroof   664
Options (change) 395 1,125
Options (change) 343 934
Destination 775 650
Total Price $21,765 $25,450
Total Invoice $20,845 $23,957

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Hyundai Elantra vs. Chevrolet Malibu

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Hyundai Elantra Limited
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $3,385
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $2,830
Model Year20122007
ModelElantraMalibu
TrimLimitedLTZ
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine148hp I4217hp V6
TransmissionT6T4
DrivetrainFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)172, 6?, 6
Tire (rear if not all the same)215/45-17225/50-17
Total Price$21,765$25,450
Adjustments for Features0-300
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$21,765$25,150
Total Invoice$20,845$23,957
Adjustments for Features0-282
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$20,845$23,675

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Features Comparison: Hyundai Elantra vs. Chevrolet Malibu

Model Year20122007
ModelElantraMalibu
TrimLimitedLTZ
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1100 
4-speed manually-shiftable automatic $900
FWD$0$0
Accessories 
Power-adjustable pedals $125
Remote start $150
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats$0 
Brake assist$50 
Stability control$400 
Tire-pressure monitor$75 
Cargo Management 
Overhead sunglass holder$25 
Climate Control 
Automatic climate control, front $200
Interior air filter$0 
Exterior 
Bodyside moldings $75
Rear spoiler $200
Infotainment 
Aux input$50 
Bluetooth cell phone link$100 
MP3-compatible player$50 
Telematics service, such as OnStar $200
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Automatic headlights $125
Compass $0
Turn signals on or near mirrors$25 
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row$50 
Folding passenger seat $150
Heated second row seats$200 
Manual height adjuster, driver seat$50 
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat $50
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat $100
Power height adjuster, driver seat $100
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat $100
Synthetic suede inserts in leather seating surfaces $0
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Alloy wheels$350 
Polished alloy wheels $350
Total Value of Features$2,525$2,825
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$300
Value of Feature Adjustments0-282

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Specifications Comparison: Hyundai Elantra vs. Chevrolet Malibu

Model Year20122007
ModelElantraMalibu
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase106.3 in106.3 in
Length178.3 in188.3 in
Width69.9 in69.9 in
Height56.5 in57.5 in
Curb Weight2,662 lb.3,298 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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