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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: $25,610

Chevrolet Malibu SS   
Difference: $410

Lowest Total Invoice: $23,993

Chevrolet Malibu SS   
Difference: $619

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year201220122006
ModelSonataSonataMalibu
TrimSE 2.0TLimited 2.0TSS
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $24,745 $28,195 $22,865
Base Invoice $23,400 $26,345 $21,608
Cargo net 50 50  
Floor mats 100 100  
Remote start 350 350  
Telematics service, such as OnStar     695
CD changer, in-dash     300
Satellite radio     325
Sunroof     800
Cargo net 41 41  
Floor mats 80 80  
Remote start 316 316  
Telematics service, such as OnStar     577
CD changer, in-dash     249
Satellite radio     270
Sunroof     664
Options (change) 500 500 2,120
Options (change) 437 437 1,760
Destination 775 775 625
Total Price $26,020 $29,470 $25,610
Total Invoice $24,612 $27,557 $23,993

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Hyundai Sonata vs. Chevrolet Malibu

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Chevrolet Malibu SS
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $170
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $392
Model Year201220122006
ModelSonataSonataMalibu
TrimSE 2.0TLimited 2.0TSS
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine274hp I4274hp I4240hp V6
TransmissionT6T6T4
DrivetrainFWDFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)22/34 MPG22/34 MPG19/26 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)104, 6360, 7?, 6
Tire (rear if not all the same)225/45-18225/45-18225/50-18
Total Price$26,020$29,470$25,610
Adjustments for Features-240-2,9150
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$25,780$26,555$25,610
Cost Above Minimum$0$775$0
Total Invoice$24,612$27,557$23,993
Adjustments for Features-227-2,7260
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$24,385$24,831$23,993
Cost Above Minimum$0$446$0

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Features Comparison: Hyundai Sonata vs. Chevrolet Malibu

Model Year201220122006
ModelSonataSonataMalibu
TrimSE 2.0TLimited 2.0TSS
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 
Power-adjustable pedals  $125
Proximity key$250$250 
Remote app$25$25 
Universal garage door opener $100 
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats$0$0 
Brake assist$50$50 
Stability control$400$400 
Tire-pressure monitor$75$75 
Cargo Management 
Overhead sunglass holder$25$25 
Climate Control 
Dual-zone climate control$125$125 
Interior air filter$0$0 
Rear air vents $100 
Exterior 
Body kit  $0
Bodyside moldings  $75
Panoramic sunroof $1200 
Rear spoiler  $200
Sunroof  $900
Infotainment 
Aux input$50$50 
Bluetooth cell phone link$100$100 
CD changer, in-dash $325$325
CD player$125  
HD radio $50 
MP3-compatible player$50$50 
Telematics service, such as OnStar  $200
Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation$225$225 
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Auto-dimming rearview mirror $150 
Compass $0 
Heated mirrors$25$25 
Illuminated visor mirror, passenger$50$50 
Turn signals on or near mirrors $25 
Visor mirror, passenger  $10
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row$50$50 
Heated front seats $200 
Heated second row seats $200 
Leather seating surfaces $900 
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat  $50
Partial leather seating sufaces$450 $450
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat$100$100 
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
Transmission 
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls$100$100 
Total Value of Features$3,825$6,500$3,585
Value of Feature Adjustments$240$2,915$0
Value of Feature Adjustments-227-2,7260

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Specifications Comparison: Hyundai Sonata vs. Chevrolet Malibu

Model Year20122006
ModelSonataMalibu
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.3,315 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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