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Hyundai Sonata vs. Chevrolet Malibu Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Hyundai Sonata vs. Chevrolet Malibu Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $24,915

Chevrolet Malibu SS   
Difference: $1,480

Lowest Total Invoice: $23,416

Chevrolet Malibu SS   
Difference: $1,275

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20072006
ModelSonataMalibu
TrimLimitedSS
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $23,445 $22,865
Base Invoice $21,948 $21,608
Ultimate Package 1,750  
Rear spoiler 550  
CD changer, in-dash   300
Satellite radio   325
Sunroof   800
Ultimate Package 1,593  
Rear spoiler 500  
CD changer, in-dash   249
Satellite radio   270
Sunroof   664
Options (change) 2,300 1,425
Options (change) 2,093 1,183
Destination 650 625
Total Price $26,395 $24,915
Total Invoice $24,691 $23,416

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Hyundai Sonata vs. Chevrolet Malibu

Lowest Adjusted Price: Chevrolet Malibu SS
Lowest Adjusted Invoice: Hyundai Sonata Limited
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $105
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $11
Model Year20072006
ModelSonataMalibu
TrimLimitedSS
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine234hp V6240hp V6
TransmissionT5T4
DrivetrainFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)20/30 MPG19/26 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)280, 7?, 6
Tire (rear if not all the same)225/50-17225/50-18
Total Price$26,395$24,915
Adjustments for Features-1,3750
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$25,020$24,915
Total Invoice$24,691$23,416
Adjustments for Features-1,2860
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$23,405$23,416

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Features Comparison: Hyundai Sonata vs. Chevrolet Malibu

Model Year20072006
ModelSonataMalibu
TrimLimitedSS
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
5-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1000 
4-speed manually-shiftable automatic $900
FWD$0$0
Accessories 
Power-adjustable pedals $125
Remote start $150
Universal garage door opener$100 
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats$0 
Stability control$400 
Cargo Management 
Cargo net $40
Overhead sunglass holder$25 
Climate Control 
Interior air filter$0 
Exterior 
Body kit $0
Infotainment 
MP3-compatible player$50 
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Auto-dimming rearview mirror$150 
Compass$0 
Heated mirrors$25 
Illuminated visor mirror, passenger$50 
Visor mirror, passenger $10
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row$50 
Heated front seats$200 
Leather seating surfaces$900 
Partial leather seating sufaces $450
Power recliner, driver seat$100 
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Alloy wheels$350 
Performance steering system (optional) $0
Polished alloy wheels $350
Sport suspension (upgrade) $0
Total Value of Features$3,400$2,025
Value of Feature Adjustments$1,375$0
Value of Feature Adjustments-1,2860

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Specifications Comparison: Hyundai Sonata vs. Chevrolet Malibu

Model Year20072006
ModelSonataMalibu
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase107.4 in106.3 in
Length188.9 in188.3 in
Width72.1 in69.9 in
Height58.0 in57.5 in
Curb Weight3,458 lb.3,315 lb.
Fuel Capacity17.7 gal.16.3 gal.
Row 1 Headroom40.1 in39.6 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room57.4 in56.7 in
Row 1 Hip Room55.5 in53.2 in
Row 1 Legroom43.7 in41.9 in
Row 2 Headroom38.2 in37.6 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room56.9 in56.1 in
Row 2 Hip Room55.3 in52.4 in
Row 2 Legroom37.4 in38.5 in
Cargo Volume16.3 ft315.4 ft3

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Option Package Details
Hyundai Sonata Limited

Ultimate Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Sunroof900Yes
CD changer, in-dash200Yes
Infinity, 280W, 7 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Total Requested110076%
Total Not Requested35024%

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