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Lincoln MKZ vs. Chevrolet Malibu Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Lincoln MKZ vs. Chevrolet Malibu Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $34,260

Chevrolet Malibu Premier   
Difference: $925

Lowest Total Invoice: $32,286

Lincoln MKZ   
Difference: $518

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20082018
ModelMKZMalibu
TrimBasePremier
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $30,980 $30,975
Base Invoice $28,562 $29,736
Navigation system 1,895  
Remote start 295  
All-weather floor mats 75 140
Sunroof 1,200  
Sun and Wheels Package   2,270
Navigation system 1,630  
Remote start 257  
All-weather floor mats 65 127
Sunroof 1,032  
Sun and Wheels Package   2,066
Options (change) 3,465 2,410
Options (change) 2,984 2,193
Destination 740 875
Total Price $35,185 $34,260
Total Invoice $32,286 $32,804

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Lincoln MKZ vs. Chevrolet Malibu

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Chevrolet Malibu Premier
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $2,855
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $1,330
Model Year20082018
ModelMKZMalibu
TrimBasePremier
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine263hp V6250hp I4
TransmissionA6T9
DrivetrainFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)18/28 MPG22/32 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 6?, 9
Tire (rear if not all the same)225/50-17245/40-19
Total Price$35,185$34,260
Adjustments for Features0-1,930
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$35,185$32,330
Total Invoice$32,286$32,804
Adjustments for Features0-1,848
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$32,286$30,956

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Features Comparison: Lincoln MKZ vs. Chevrolet Malibu

Model Year20082018
ModelMKZMalibu
TrimBasePremier
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed automatic$1000 
9-speed manually-shiftable automatic $1400
FWD$0$0
Accessories 
AC power outlet $100
Heated steering wheel $100
Keyless entry keypad$50 
Proximity key $250
Remote app $25
Remote window/roof operation$15 
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Brake assist $50
Knee airbag, driver $75
Knee airbag, passenger $75
Obstacle detection, rear$250 
Rear side airbags $300
Rearview camera $200
Rollover sensor $50
Safety key $5
Stability control $400
Temporary spare tire$150 
Vehicle health reports $0
Cargo Management 
Cargo mat $40
Overhead sunglass holder$25 
Climate Control 
Rear air vents $100
Exterior 
Laminated front side windows $200
Panoramic sunroof $1200
Sunroof$900 
Infotainment 
4G LTE connectivity $0
Android Auto support $100
App support $0
Apple CarPlay support $100
Bluetooth audio streaming $25
CD changer, in-dash$325 
MP3-compatible player$50 
Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation $225
Wi-Fi hotspot $50
Wireless charging station $75
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Analog clock$25 
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror$75 
Fog lights$125 
Interior ambient lighting $150
Turn signals on or near mirrors $25
Seats and Interior Trim 
Leather-wrapped steering wheel $150
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat$100 
Upgraded floor mats $0
Wood trim$300 
Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel$150 
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Alloy wheels $350
Machined alloy wheels$350 
Total Value of Features$3,890$5,820
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$1,930
Value of Feature Adjustments0-1,848

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Specifications Comparison: Lincoln MKZ vs. Chevrolet Malibu

Model Year20082018
ModelMKZMalibu
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase107.4 in111.4 in
Length190.5 in193.8 in
Width72.2 in73.0 in
Height55.9 in57.7 in
Curb Weight3,533 lb.3,388 lb.
Fuel Capacity18.0 gal.15.8 gal.
Row 1 Headroom38.7 in39.1 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room56.9 in58.5 in
Row 1 Hip Room54.1 in54.1 in
Row 1 Legroom42.3 in42.0 in
Row 2 Headroom37.8 in37.5 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room56.5 in57.1 in
Row 2 Hip Room53.6 in53.4 in
Row 2 Legroom37.0 in38.1 in
Cargo Volume15.8 ft315.8 ft3

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Option Package Details
Chevrolet Malibu Premier

Sun and Wheels Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Universal garage door opener100Yes
Panoramic sunroof1200No
245/40R19 tires400No
Upgraded floor mats0No
Total Requested1006%
Total Not Requested160094%

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