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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: $1,815

Lowest Total Invoice: $27,787

Chevrolet Malibu LTZ   
Difference: $1,497

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20172012
ModelSonataMalibu
TrimHybrid LimitedLTZ
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $30,100 $28,600
Base Invoice $28,257 $27,027
Floor mats 125  
Cargo mat 115  
Floor mats 100  
Cargo mat 92  
Options (change) 240 0
Options (change) 192 0
Destination 835 760
Total Price $31,175 $29,360
Total Invoice $29,284 $27,787

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Hyundai Sonata vs. Chevrolet Malibu

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Hyundai Sonata Hybrid Limited
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $210
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $405
Model Year20172012
ModelSonataMalibu
TrimHybrid LimitedLTZ
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine154hp I4 H169hp I4
TransmissionT6T6
DrivetrainFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)40/44 MPG26/38 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 6?, 8
Tire (rear if not all the same)215/55-17225/50-18
Total Price$31,175$29,360
Adjustments for Features-2,0250
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$29,150$29,360
Total Invoice$29,284$27,787
Adjustments for Features-1,9020
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$27,382$27,787

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Features Comparison: Hyundai Sonata vs. Chevrolet Malibu

Model Year20172012
ModelSonataMalibu
TrimHybrid LimitedLTZ
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1100$1100
FWD$0$0
Accessories 
AC power outlet $100
Heated steering wheel$100 
Proximity key$250 
Proximity trunk or liftgate opener$125 
Remote app$25 
Remote start $150
Sunshades, second row$125 
Universal garage door opener$100 
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats$0 
Blind spot warning system$200 
Cross-traffic warning, rear$100 
Knee airbag, driver$75 
Rearview camera$200 
Rollover sensor$50 
Temporary spare tire $150
Vehicle health reports$0 
Cargo Management 
Overhead sunglass holder$25 
Climate Control 
Dual-zone climate control$125 
Interior air filter$0 
Rear air vents$100 
Engine / Motor 
Automatic start / stop$150 
Exterior 
Bodyside moldings $75
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) $25
Laminated front side windows $200
Rear spoiler$200 
Sunroof $900
Infotainment 
Android Auto support$100 
Apple CarPlay support$100 
Bluetooth audio streaming$25 
HD radio$50 
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Detailed driving style feedback$100 
Fog lights $125
Large energy flow and fuel economy display$25 
Tachometer $75
Trip computer$150 
Turn signals on or near mirrors$25 
Xenon HID headlights$500 
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row$50 
Cooled or ventilated front seats$300 
Memory system, driver seat$200 
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat$150 
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat $100
Power recliner, passenger seat$100 
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat $100
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Electronic systems calibration selector$200 
Total Value of Features$5,125$3,100
Value of Feature Adjustments$2,025$0
Value of Feature Adjustments-1,9020

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Specifications Comparison: Hyundai Sonata vs. Chevrolet Malibu

Model Year20172012
ModelSonataMalibu
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase110.4 in112.3 in
Length191.1 in191.8 in
Width73.4 in70.3 in
Height58.1 in57.1 in
Curb Weight3,497 lb.3,620 lb.
Fuel Capacity18.5 gal.16.0 gal.
Row 1 Headroom40.4 in39.4 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room57.9 in55.9 in
Row 1 Hip Room55.3 in53.0 in
Row 1 Legroom45.5 in42.2 in
Row 2 Headroom38.0 in37.2 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room56.5 in53.9 in
Row 2 Hip Room56.1 in52.1 in
Row 2 Legroom35.6 in37.6 in
Cargo Volume16.3 ft315.1 ft3

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