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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: $25,920

Hyundai Sonata Limited   
Difference: $4,550

Lowest Total Invoice: $24,242

Hyundai Sonata Limited   
Difference: $4,564

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20082011
ModelSonataMalibu
TrimLimitedLTZ
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $22,470 $27,165
Base Invoice $21,035 $25,806
3.3L V6 1,700  
Floor mats 85  
Sunroof 900 850
Cargo mat 90  
Temporary spare tire   100
3.6L V6   1,595
3.3L V6 1,572  
Floor mats 68  
Sunroof 819 748
Cargo mat 73  
Temporary spare tire   88
3.6L V6   1,404
Options (change) 2,775 2,545
Options (change) 2,532 2,240
Destination 675 760
Total Price $25,920 $30,470
Total Invoice $24,242 $28,806

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Hyundai Sonata vs. Chevrolet Malibu

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Hyundai Sonata Limited
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $3,525
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $3,595
Model Year20082011
ModelSonataMalibu
TrimLimitedLTZ
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine234hp V6252hp V6
TransmissionT5T6
DrivetrainFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)19/28 MPG17/26 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)360, 7?, 8
Tire (rear if not all the same)225/50-17225/50-18
Total Price$25,920$30,470
Adjustments for Features0-1,025
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$25,920$29,445
Total Invoice$24,242$28,806
Adjustments for Features0-969
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$24,242$27,837

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Features Comparison: Hyundai Sonata vs. Chevrolet Malibu

Model Year20082011
ModelSonataMalibu
TrimLimitedLTZ
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
5-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1000 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic $1100
FWD$0$0
Accessories 
AC power outlet $100
Remote start $150
Sunshade, rear $125
Universal garage door opener$100 
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats$0 
Brake assist $50
Cargo Management 
Overhead sunglass holder$25 
Climate Control 
Interior air filter$0 
Exterior 
Bodyside moldings$75 
Laminated front side windows $200
Infotainment 
Aux input $50
Bluetooth cell phone link $100
CD changer, in-dash$325 
CD player $125
Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation $225
USB port $25
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Interior ambient lighting $150
Trip computer$150 
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row$50 
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat$50 
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat $100
Power height adjuster, passenger seat $100
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat $100
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat $100
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Performance steering system (optional) $0
Total Value of Features$1,775$2,800
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$1,025
Value of Feature Adjustments0-969

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Specifications Comparison: Hyundai Sonata vs. Chevrolet Malibu

Model Year20082011
ModelSonataMalibu
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase107.4 in112.3 in
Length188.9 in191.8 in
Width72.1 in70.3 in
Height58.0 in57.1 in
Curb Weight3,458 lb.3,645 lb.
Fuel Capacity17.7 gal.16.0 gal.
Row 1 Headroom40.1 in39.4 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room57.4 in55.9 in
Row 1 Hip Room55.5 in53.0 in
Row 1 Legroom43.7 in42.2 in
Row 2 Headroom38.2 in37.2 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room56.9 in53.9 in
Row 2 Hip Room55.3 in52.1 in
Row 2 Legroom37.4 in37.6 in
Cargo Volume16.3 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)250No
Total Requested100080%
Total Not Requested25020%

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