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

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Hyundai Sonata vs. Chevrolet Malibu Classic Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $23,205

Chevrolet Malibu Classic LT   
Difference: $3,015

Lowest Total Invoice: $21,810

Chevrolet Malibu Classic LT   
Difference: $2,987

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year201220122008
ModelSonataSonataMalibu Classic
TrimSE 2.0TLimited 2.0TLT
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $24,745 $28,195 $20,320
Base Invoice $23,400 $26,345 $19,304
Auto-dimming rearview mirror 250    
Floor mats 100 100  
Remote start 350 350 190
Front Seating Package     450
Luxury and Convenience Package     595
Satellite radio     200
Sunroof     800
Auto-dimming rearview mirror 226    
Floor mats 80 80  
Remote start 316 316 158
Front Seating Package     374
Luxury and Convenience Package     494
Satellite radio     166
Sunroof     664
Options (change) 700 450 2,235
Options (change) 622 396 1,856
Destination 775 775 650
Total Price $26,220 $29,420 $23,205
Total Invoice $24,797 $27,516 $21,810

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Hyundai Sonata vs. Chevrolet Malibu Classic

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Chevrolet Malibu Classic LT
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $815
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $906
Model Year201220122008
ModelSonataSonataMalibu Classic
TrimSE 2.0TLimited 2.0TLT
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine274hp I4274hp I4219hp V6
TransmissionT6T6T4
DrivetrainFWDFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)22/34 MPG22/34 MPG18/28 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)104, 6360, 7?, 6
Tire (rear if not all the same)225/45-18225/45-18215/60-16
Total Price$26,220$29,420$23,205
Adjustments for Features-2,200-4,7250
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$24,020$24,695$23,205
Cost Above Minimum$0$675$0
Total Invoice$24,797$27,516$21,810
Adjustments for Features-2,081-4,4190
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$22,716$23,097$21,810
Cost Above Minimum$0$381$0

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Features Comparison: Hyundai Sonata vs. Chevrolet Malibu Classic

Model Year201220122008
ModelSonataSonataMalibu Classic
TrimSE 2.0TLimited 2.0TLT
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1100$1100 
4-speed manually-shiftable automatic  $900
FWD$0$0$0
Accessories 
Proximity key$250$250 
Remote app$25$25 
Universal garage door opener$100$100 
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats$0$0 
Brake assist$50$50 
Front side airbags$350$350 
Stability control$400$400 
Cargo Management 
Overhead sunglass holder$25$25 
Climate Control 
Automatic climate control, front$200$200 
Dual-zone climate control$125$125 
Interior air filter$0$0 
Rear air vents $100 
Exterior 
Bodyside moldings  $75
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)$25$25 
Panoramic sunroof $1200 
Sunroof  $900
Infotainment 
Aux input$50$50 
Bluetooth cell phone link$100$100 
CD changer, in-dash $325 
CD player$125 $125
HD radio $50 
MP3-compatible player$50$50 
Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation$225$225 
USB port$25$25 
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Heated mirrors$25$25 
Interior ambient lighting$150$150 
Turn signals on or near mirrors $25 
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row$50$50 
Door sill trim plates $100 
Heated front seats $200$200
Heated second row seats $200 
Leather seating surfaces $900 
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat  $50
Partial leather seating sufaces$450  
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat$100$100 
Power recliner, driver seat$100$100 
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Alloy wheels$350$350 
Alloy-look steel wheels  $100
Sport suspension (upgrade)$0  
Transmission 
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls$100$100 
Total Value of Features$4,550$7,075$2,350
Value of Feature Adjustments$2,200$4,725$0
Value of Feature Adjustments-2,081-4,4190

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See a complete comparison of Hyundai Sonata vs. Chevrolet Malibu Classic features.

Specifications Comparison: Hyundai Sonata vs. Chevrolet Malibu Classic

Model Year20122008
ModelSonataMalibu Classic
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase110.0 in106.3 in
Length189.8 in188.3 in
Width72.2 in69.9 in
Height57.9 in57.5 in
Curb Weight3,338 lb.3,297 lb.
Fuel Capacity18.5 gal.16.3 gal.
Row 1 Headroom40.0 in39.6 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room57.9 in56.7 in
Row 1 Hip Room55.2 in53.2 in
Row 1 Legroom45.5 in41.9 in
Row 2 Headroom37.8 in37.6 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room56.7 in56.1 in
Row 2 Hip Room54.9 in52.4 in
Row 2 Legroom34.6 in38.5 in
Cargo Volume16.4 ft315.4 ft3

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See a complete comparison of Hyundai Sonata vs. Chevrolet Malibu Classic specs.

Option Package Details
Chevrolet Malibu Classic LT

Front Seating Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Heated front seats200Yes
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Total Requested400100%
Total Not Requested00%
Luxury and Convenience Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Illuminated visor mirror, passenger40Yes
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Fog lights125Yes
Compass0Yes
Alloy-look steel wheels100No
Total Requested31576%
Total Not Requested10024%

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