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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: $24,175

Hyundai Elantra Sport   
Difference: $6,785

Lowest Total Invoice: $23,099

Hyundai Elantra Sport   
Difference: $6,200

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20152012
ModelElantraMalibu
TrimSportLTZ
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $21,600 $28,600
Base Invoice $20,672 $27,027
Auto-dimming rearview mirror 275  
Floor mats 125  
Remote start 350  
6-speed shiftable automatic 1,000  
3.6L V6   1,600
Auto-dimming rearview mirror 248  
Floor mats 100  
Remote start 316  
6-speed shiftable automatic 938  
3.6L V6   1,512
Options (change) 1,750 1,600
Options (change) 1,602 1,512
Destination 825 760
Total Price $24,175 $30,960
Total Invoice $23,099 $29,299

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Hyundai Elantra vs. Chevrolet Malibu

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Hyundai Elantra Sport
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $6,475
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $5,907
Model Year20152012
ModelElantraMalibu
TrimSportLTZ
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine173hp I4252hp V6
TransmissionT6T6
DrivetrainFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)24/35 MPG17/26 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)172, 6?, 8
Tire (rear if not all the same)215/45-17225/50-18
Total Price$24,175$30,960
Adjustments for Features0-310
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$24,175$30,650
Total Invoice$23,099$29,299
Adjustments for Features0-293
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$23,099$29,006

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Features Comparison: Hyundai Elantra vs. Chevrolet Malibu

Model Year20152012
ModelElantraMalibu
TrimSportLTZ
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1100$1100
FWD$0$0
Accessories 
AC power outlet $100
Proximity key$250 
Universal garage door opener$100 
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats$0 
Rearview camera$200 
Temporary spare tire $150
Cargo Management 
Cargo mat $40
Overhead sunglass holder$25 
Climate Control 
Automatic climate control, front $200
Interior air filter$0 
Exterior 
Bodyside moldings $75
Laminated front side windows $200
Rear spoiler$200 
Infotainment 
Media drive, small$5 
Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation $225
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Compass $0
Interior ambient lighting $150
Spotter mirror(s)$50 
Trip computer$150 
Turn signals on or near mirrors$25 
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row$50 
Metal pedals$75 
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat $100
Power height adjuster, passenger seat $100
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat $100
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Sport suspension (upgrade)$0 
Total Value of Features$2,230$2,540
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$310
Value of Feature Adjustments0-293

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Specifications Comparison: Hyundai Elantra vs. Chevrolet Malibu

Model Year20152012
ModelElantraMalibu
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase106.3 in112.3 in
Length179.1 in191.8 in
Width69.9 in70.3 in
Height56.5 in57.1 in
Curb Weight2,923 lb.3,645 lb.
Fuel Capacity12.8 gal.16.0 gal.
Row 1 Headroom40.0 in39.4 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room55.9 in55.9 in
Row 1 Hip Room53.5 in53.0 in
Row 1 Legroom43.6 in42.2 in
Row 2 Headroom37.1 in37.2 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room54.8 in53.9 in
Row 2 Hip Room52.7 in52.1 in
Row 2 Legroom33.1 in37.6 in
Cargo Volume14.8 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)250Yes
Total Requested1250100%
Total Not Requested00%

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