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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: $29,360

Chevrolet Malibu LTZ   
Difference: $3,130

Lowest Total Invoice: $27,787

Chevrolet Malibu LTZ   
Difference: $2,734

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year201320132012
ModelSonataSonataMalibu
TrimHybridHybrid LimitedLTZ
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $25,650 $30,550 $28,600
Base Invoice $24,248 $28,674 $27,027
Ultimate Package 5,500    
Remote start 350 350  
Floor mats 100 100  
Cargo mat 95 95  
Panoramic sunroof   1,000  
Ultimate Package 5,005    
Remote start 316 316  
Floor mats 80 80  
Cargo mat 77 77  
Panoramic sunroof   910  
Options (change) 6,045 1,545 0
Options (change) 5,478 1,383 0
Destination 795 795 760
Total Price $32,490 $32,890 $29,360
Total Invoice $30,521 $30,852 $27,787

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Hyundai Sonata vs. Chevrolet Malibu

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Chevrolet Malibu LTZ
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $1,930
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $1,564
Model Year201320132012
ModelSonataSonataMalibu
TrimHybridHybrid LimitedLTZ
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine159hp I4 H159hp I4 H169hp I4
TransmissionT6T6T6
DrivetrainFWDFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)36/40 MPG36/40 MPG26/38 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)400, 9400, 9?, 8
Tire (rear if not all the same)215/55-17215/55-17225/50-18
Total Price$32,490$32,890$29,360
Adjustments for Features-1,150-1,6000
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$31,340$31,290$29,360
Cost Above Minimum$50$0$0
Total Invoice$30,521$30,852$27,787
Adjustments for Features-1,080-1,5010
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$29,441$29,351$27,787
Cost Above Minimum$90$0$0

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Features Comparison: Hyundai Sonata vs. Chevrolet Malibu

Model Year201320132012
ModelSonataSonataMalibu
TrimHybridHybrid LimitedLTZ
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1100$1100$1100
FWD$0$0$0
Accessories 
AC power outlet  $100
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 
Rearview camera$200$200 
Temporary spare tire  $150
Cargo Management 
Overhead sunglass holder$25$25 
Rear seat pass-through$100$100 
Climate Control 
Dual-zone climate control$125$125 
Interior air filter$0$0 
Rear air vents$100$100 
Engine / Motor 
Automatic start / stop$150$150 
Exterior 
Bodyside moldings  $75
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)  $25
Laminated front side windows  $200
Panoramic sunroof$1200$1200 
Sunroof  $900
Infotainment 
Bluetooth audio streaming$25$25 
HD radio$50$50 
Navigation system$600$600 
Traffic + travel information$25$25 
Voice control for nav and audio$100$100 
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Detailed driving style feedback$100$100 
Large energy flow and fuel economy display$25$25 
Tachometer  $75
Trip computer$150$150 
Turn signals on or near mirrors$25$25 
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row$50$50 
Folding second row seats  $300
Heated second row seats$200$200 
Manual height adjuster, driver seat$50  
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat $100$100
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat  $100
Power height adjuster, driver seat $100$100
Power height adjuster, passenger seat  $100
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat $100$100
Power recliner, driver seat $100$100
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat $100$100
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat  $100
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Adaptive dampers - mechanical$100$100 
Total Value of Features$4,875$5,325$3,725
Value of Feature Adjustments$1,150$1,600$0
Value of Feature Adjustments-1,080-1,5010

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

Specifications Comparison: Hyundai Sonata vs. Chevrolet Malibu

Model Year20132012
ModelSonataMalibu
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase110.0 in112.3 in
Length189.8 in191.8 in
Width72.2 in70.3 in
Height57.9 in57.1 in
Curb Weight3,457 lb.3,620 lb.
Fuel Capacity18.5 gal.16.0 gal.
Row 1 Headroom40.0 in39.4 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room57.9 in55.9 in
Row 1 Hip Room55.2 in53.0 in
Row 1 Legroom45.5 in42.2 in
Row 2 Headroom37.8 in37.2 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room56.7 in53.9 in
Row 2 Hip Room54.9 in52.1 in
Row 2 Legroom34.6 in37.6 in
Cargo Volume16.4 ft315.1 ft3

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

Option Package Details
Hyundai Sonata Hybrid

Ultimate Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Panoramic sunroof1200No
215/55VR17 tires400No
HD radio50No
Door sill trim plates100Yes
Rearview camera200No
Infinity, 400W, 9 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Heated second row seats200No
Universal garage door opener100No
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Leather-wrapped steering wheel150Yes
Compass0Yes
Navigation system600No
Voice control for nav and audio100No
Traffic + travel information25No
Bluetooth audio streaming25No
Total Requested130029%
Total Not Requested325071%

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