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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: $25,310

Hyundai Elantra Sport   
Difference: $9,270

Lowest Total Invoice: $24,156

Hyundai Elantra Sport   
Difference: $8,939

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20182018
ModelElantraMalibu
TrimSportPremier
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $21,800 $30,975
Base Invoice $20,906 $29,736
Premium Package 2,250  
Floor mats 125  
Cargo net 50 65
Illuminated door sill trim plates 250 395
Sun and Wheels Package   2,270
Premium Package 2,048  
Floor mats 100  
Cargo net 41 59
Illuminated door sill trim plates 226 359
Sun and Wheels Package   2,066
Options (change) 2,675 2,730
Options (change) 2,415 2,484
Destination 835 875
Total Price $25,310 $34,580
Total Invoice $24,156 $33,095

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Hyundai Elantra vs. Chevrolet Malibu

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Hyundai Elantra Sport
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $6,250
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $6,049
Model Year20182018
ModelElantraMalibu
TrimSportPremier
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine201hp I4250hp I4
TransmissionM6T9
DrivetrainFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)22/30 MPG22/32 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)315, 8?, 9
Tire (rear if not all the same)225/40-18245/40-19
Total Price$25,310$34,580
Adjustments for Features0-3,020
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$25,310$31,560
Total Invoice$24,156$33,095
Adjustments for Features0-2,890
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$24,156$30,205

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Features Comparison: Hyundai Elantra vs. Chevrolet Malibu

Model Year20182018
ModelElantraMalibu
TrimSportPremier
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manual$150 
9-speed manually-shiftable automatic $1400
FWD$0$0
Accessories 
AC power outlet $100
Heated steering wheel $100
Proximity trunk or liftgate opener$125 
Remote start $150
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Blind spot warning system$200 
Cross-traffic warning, rear$100 
Knee airbag, passenger $75
Rear side airbags $300
Rollover sensor $50
Safety key $5
Temporary spare tire$150 
Cargo Management 
Cargo mat $40
Overhead sunglass holder$25 
Climate Control 
Interior air filter $0
Ionizing air filtration$50 
Rear air vents $100
Exterior 
Body kit$0 
Laminated front side windows $200
Panoramic sunroof $1200
Sunroof$900 
Infotainment 
4G LTE connectivity $0
App support $0
HD radio$50 
Navigation map updates, three years$0 
SMS text-to-speech reader $25
Traffic + travel information$25 
Voice control for external devices $0
Wi-Fi hotspot $50
Wireless charging station $75
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Interior ambient lighting $150
Xenon HID headlights$500 
Seats and Interior Trim 
Cooled or ventilated front seats $300
Manual height adjuster, driver seat$50 
Memory system, driver seat $200
Metal pedals$75 
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat $100
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat $100
Power height adjuster, driver seat $100
Power height adjuster, passenger seat $100
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat $100
Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat $100
Power recliner, driver seat $100
Power recliner, passenger seat $100
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat $100
Upgraded floor mats $0
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Performance steering system (optional)$0 
Sport suspension (upgrade)$0 
Total Value of Features$2,400$5,420
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$3,020
Value of Feature Adjustments0-2,890

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See a complete comparison of Hyundai Elantra vs. Chevrolet Malibu features.

Specifications Comparison: Hyundai Elantra vs. Chevrolet Malibu

Model Year20182018
ModelElantraMalibu
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase106.3 in111.4 in
Length179.9 in193.8 in
Width70.9 in73.0 in
Height56.5 in57.7 in
Curb Weight3,042 lb.3,388 lb.
Fuel Capacity14.0 gal.15.8 gal.
Row 1 Headroom38.8 in39.1 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room56.2 in58.5 in
Row 1 Hip Room53.4 in54.1 in
Row 1 Legroom42.2 in42.0 in
Row 2 Headroom37.3 in37.5 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room55.3 in57.1 in
Row 2 Hip Room51.9 in53.4 in
Row 2 Legroom35.7 in38.1 in
Cargo Volume14.4 ft315.8 ft3

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See a complete comparison of Hyundai Elantra vs. Chevrolet Malibu specs.

Option Package Details
Hyundai Elantra Sport

Premium Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Automatic climate control, front200Yes
Universal garage door opener100Yes
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Compass0Yes
Dual-zone climate control125Yes
Ionizing air filtration50No
Navigation system600Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Traffic + travel information25No
Navigation map updates, three years0No
Infinity, 315W, 8 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation225Yes
Vehicle health reports0Yes
Remote app25Yes
Total Requested152578%
Total Not Requested42522%

Option Package Details
Chevrolet Malibu Premier

Sun and Wheels Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Universal garage door opener100Yes
Panoramic sunroof1200No
245/40R19 tires400No
Upgraded floor mats0No
Total Requested1006%
Total Not Requested160094%

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