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Lexus IS vs. Chevrolet Malibu Price Comparison (MSRP)The sticker prices, before adjusting for remaining feature differences. Usually these are the numbers you will see on the window stickers.
Models in short supply often sell at or even above these prices.
Models in short supply often sell at or even above these prices.
Lexus IS vs. Chevrolet Malibu Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $36,310 Chevrolet Malibu Premier | |||
| Difference: $8,005 | |||
Lowest Total Invoice: $34,669 Chevrolet Malibu Premier | |||
| Difference: $6,549 | |||
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| Model Year | 2015 | 2015 | 2018 |
| Model | IS | IS | Malibu |
| Trim | 250 | 350 | Premier |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Price | $36,550 | $40,065 | $30,975 |
| Base Invoice | $33,994 | $37,261 | $29,736 |
| Adaptive cruise control | 500 | 500 | |
| Luxury Package | 3,535 | 3,535 | |
| Navigation system | 1,855 | 1,855 | |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 500 | 500 | |
| Lane departure warning | 450 | 450 | |
| Sun and Wheels Package | 2,270 | ||
| Driver Confidence Package | 1,195 | ||
| Driver Confidence Package II | 995 | ||
| Adaptive cruise control | 460 | 460 | |
| Luxury Package | 3,251 | 3,251 | |
| Navigation system | 1,716 | 1,716 | |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 460 | 460 | |
| Lane departure warning | 412 | 412 | |
| Sun and Wheels Package | 2,066 | ||
| Driver Confidence Package | 1,087 | ||
| Driver Confidence Package II | 905 | ||
| Options (change) | 6,840 | 6,840 | 4,460 |
| Options (change) | 6,299 | 6,299 | 4,058 |
| Destination | 925 | 925 | 875 |
| Total Price | $44,315 | $47,830 | $36,310 |
| Total Invoice | $41,218 | $44,485 | $34,669 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Lexus IS vs. Chevrolet Malibu
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Chevrolet Malibu Premier | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $8,195 | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $6,730 | |||
| Model Year | 2015 | 2015 | 2018 |
| Model | IS | IS | Malibu |
| Trim | 250 | 350 | Premier |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | 204hp V6 | 306hp V6 | 250hp I4 |
| Transmission | T6 | T8 | T9 |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | FWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 293, 8 | 293, 8 | ?, 9 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 225/45-17 | 225/45-17 | 245/40-19 |
| Total Price | $44,315 | $47,830 | $36,310 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -200 | -190 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $44,315 | $47,630 | $36,120 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $3,315 | $0 |
| Total Invoice | $41,218 | $44,485 | $34,669 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -186 | -181 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $41,218 | $44,299 | $34,488 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $3,081 | $0 |
Features Comparison: Lexus IS vs. Chevrolet Malibu
| Model Year | 2015 | 2015 | 2018 |
| Model | IS | IS | Malibu |
| Trim | 250 | 350 | Premier |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | |||
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | ||
| 8-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1300 | ||
| 9-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1400 | ||
| RWD | $0 | $0 | |
| FWD | $0 | ||
| Accessories | |||
| AC power outlet | $100 | ||
| Adaptive cruise control | $600 | $600 | |
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | $850 | ||
| Remote start | $150 | ||
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | $15 | |
| Semi-automated parking system | $500 | ||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | ||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | $350 | $350 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | |||
| Automatic braking, high-speed or partial | $200 | ||
| Following distance indicator | $25 | ||
| Lane departure prevention, steering-based | $200 | ||
| Pedestrian detection | $50 | ||
| Rollover sensor | $50 | ||
| Safety key | $5 | ||
| Temporary spare tire | $150 | $150 | |
| Vehicle health reports | $0 | ||
| Cargo Management | |||
| Cargo mat | $40 | ||
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | $25 | |
| Climate Control | |||
| Automatic air recirculation | $100 | $100 | |
| Rain-sensing wipers | $175 | $175 | |
| Variable intermittent wipers | $75 | ||
| Water-repellent front-door glass | $15 | $15 | |
| Exterior | |||
| Laminated front side windows | $200 | ||
| Panoramic sunroof | $1200 | ||
| Sunroof | $900 | $900 | |
| Infotainment | |||
| 4G LTE connectivity | $0 | ||
| Android Auto support | $100 | ||
| Apple CarPlay support | $100 | ||
| CD player | $125 | $125 | |
| DVD-compatible player | $0 | $0 | |
| HD radio | $50 | $50 | |
| MP3-compatible player | $50 | $50 | |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | $200 | $200 | |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation | $225 | ||
| Traffic + travel information | $25 | $25 | |
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | ||
| Wi-Fi hotspot | $50 | ||
| Wireless charging station | $75 | ||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | |||
| Analog clock | $25 | $25 | |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | $75 | $75 | |
| Auto-dimming headlights | $200 | ||
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | $75 | $75 | |
| Compass | $0 | ||
| Fog lights | $125 | $125 | |
| LED headlights | $1000 | $1000 | |
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | $25 | $25 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | |||
| Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | ||
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | |
| Upgraded floor mats | $0 | ||
| Upholstered instrument cluster hood | $50 | $50 | |
| Wood trim | $300 | $300 | |
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | |||
| Electronic systems calibration selector | $200 | $200 | |
| Transmission | |||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | $100 | |
| Total Value of Features | $5,955 | $6,155 | $6,145 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $200 | $190 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | -186 | -181 |
Specifications Comparison: Lexus IS vs. Chevrolet Malibu
| Model Year | 2015 | 2018 |
| Model | IS | Malibu |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Wheelbase | 110.2 in | 111.4 in |
| Length | 183.7 in | 193.8 in |
| Width | 71.3 in | 73.0 in |
| Height | 56.3 in | 57.7 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,462 lb. | 3,087 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 17.4 gal. | 15.8 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 38.2 in | 39.1 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 55.9 in | 58.5 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 54.3 in | 54.1 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 44.8 in | 42.0 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 36.9 in | 37.5 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 53.4 in | 57.1 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 54.0 in | 53.4 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 32.2 in | 38.1 in |
| Cargo Volume | 10.8 ft3 | 15.8 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Lexus IS 250
| Luxury Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Wood trim | 300 | No |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | 100 | No |
| Rain-sensing wipers | 100 | No |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | Yes |
| Heated steering wheel | 100 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | No |
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | 75 | No |
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | 25 | No |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Rear cross-traffic detection | 100 | Yes |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | 300 | Yes |
| LED headlights | 500 | No |
| Total Requested | 2000 | 63% |
| Total Not Requested | 1175 | 37% |
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Rearview camera | 200 | Yes |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 75 | Yes |
| SMS text-to-speech reader | 25 | Yes |
| Speed limit information | 0 | No |
| App support | 0 | Yes |
| Remote app | 25 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 925 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
Option Package Details
Lexus IS 350
| Luxury Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Wood trim | 300 | No |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | 100 | No |
| Rain-sensing wipers | 100 | No |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | Yes |
| Heated steering wheel | 100 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | No |
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | 75 | No |
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | 25 | No |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Rear cross-traffic detection | 100 | Yes |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | 300 | Yes |
| LED headlights | 500 | No |
| Total Requested | 2000 | 63% |
| Total Not Requested | 1175 | 37% |
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Rearview camera | 200 | Yes |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 75 | Yes |
| SMS text-to-speech reader | 25 | Yes |
| Speed limit information | 0 | No |
| App support | 0 | Yes |
| Remote app | 25 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 925 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
Option Package Details
Chevrolet Malibu Premier
| Sun and Wheels Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Panoramic sunroof | 1200 | No |
| 245/40R19 tires | 400 | No |
| Upgraded floor mats | 0 | No |
| Total Requested | 100 | 6% |
| Total Not Requested | 1600 | 94% |
| Driver Confidence Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Obstacle detection, front | 150 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming headlights | 200 | No |
| Lane departure warning | 200 | Yes |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Cross-traffic warning, rear | 100 | Yes |
| Automatic braking, low-speed | 200 | Yes |
| Forward collision warning | 200 | Yes |
| Lane departure prevention, steering-based | 200 | No |
| Pedestrian detection | 50 | No |
| Following distance indicator | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 1300 | 73% |
| Total Not Requested | 475 | 27% |
| Driver Confidence Package II | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system | 0 | Yes |
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | 700 | No |
| Semi-automated parking system | 500 | No |
| Automatic braking, high-speed or partial | 200 | No |
| Total Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Total Not Requested | 1400 | 100% |
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