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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: $1,645

Lowest Total Invoice: $23,416

Chevrolet Malibu SS   
Difference: $1,657

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year201020102006
ModelSonataSonataMalibu
TrimSELimitedSS
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $22,050 $24,550 $22,865
Base Invoice $20,867 $22,959 $21,608
Premium Package 1,650    
Cargo net 50 50  
Floor mats 90 90  
3.3L V6 2,000 2,000  
CD changer, in-dash     300
Satellite radio     325
Sunroof     800
Premium Package 1,502    
Cargo net 41 41  
Floor mats 73 73  
3.3L V6 1,870 1,850  
CD changer, in-dash     249
Satellite radio     270
Sunroof     664
Options (change) 3,790 2,140 1,425
Options (change) 3,486 1,964 1,183
Destination 720 720 625
Total Price $26,560 $27,410 $24,915
Total Invoice $25,073 $25,643 $23,416

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Hyundai Sonata vs. Chevrolet Malibu

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Chevrolet Malibu SS
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $1,005
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $856
Model Year201020102006
ModelSonataSonataMalibu
TrimSELimitedSS
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine249hp V6249hp V6240hp V6
TransmissionT5T5T4
DrivetrainFWDFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)19/29 MPG19/29 MPG19/26 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)240, 7360, 7?, 6
Tire (rear if not all the same)215/55-17215/55-17225/50-18
Total Price$26,560$27,410$24,915
Adjustments for Features-640-1,4650
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$25,920$25,945$24,915
Cost Above Minimum$0$25$0
Total Invoice$25,073$25,643$23,416
Adjustments for Features-604-1,3710
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$24,469$24,272$23,416
Cost Above Minimum$197$0$0

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Features Comparison: Hyundai Sonata vs. Chevrolet Malibu

Model Year201020102006
ModelSonataSonataMalibu
TrimSELimitedSS
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
5-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1000$1000 
4-speed manually-shiftable automatic  $900
FWD$0$0$0
Accessories 
Power-adjustable pedals  $125
Remote start  $150
Universal garage door opener$100$100 
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats$0$0 
Stability control$400$400 
Tire-pressure monitor$75$75 
Cargo Management 
Overhead sunglass holder$25$25 
Climate Control 
Automatic climate control, front $200$200
Dual-zone climate control $125 
Interior air filter$0$0 
Exterior 
Body kit  $0
Rear spoiler$200 $200
Infotainment 
Aux input$50$50 
MP3-compatible player$50$50 
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Auto-dimming rearview mirror$150$150 
Compass$0$0 
Heated mirrors$25$25 
Illuminated visor mirror, passenger$50$50 
Outside temperature display $50$50
Visor mirror, passenger  $10
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row$50$50 
Heated front seats $200 
Leather seating surfaces $900 
Partial leather seating sufaces$450 $450
Power recliner, driver seat$100$100 
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Alloy wheels$350$350 
Performance steering system (optional)  $0
Polished alloy wheels  $350
Sport suspension (upgrade)$0 $0
Total Value of Features$3,075$3,900$2,435
Value of Feature Adjustments$640$1,465$0
Value of Feature Adjustments-604-1,3710

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Specifications Comparison: Hyundai Sonata vs. Chevrolet Malibu

Model Year20102006
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 Weight3,494 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 SE

Premium Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Sunroof900Yes
CD changer, in-dash200Yes
Universal garage door opener100No
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150No
Compass0No
Unbranded, 240W, 7 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Total Requested110065%
Total Not Requested60035%

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