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Mazda CX-7 vs. Chevrolet Malibu Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Mazda CX-7 vs. Chevrolet Malibu Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $29,490

Mazda CX-7 Grand Touring   
Difference: $1,470

Lowest Total Invoice: $27,396

Mazda CX-7 Grand Touring   
Difference: $1,903

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20082012
ModelCX-7Malibu
TrimGrand TouringLTZ
Body4dr SUV4dr Sedan
Base Price $26,300 $28,600
Base Invoice $24,603 $27,027
Auto-dimming rearview mirror 175  
Moonroof and Bose Pkg. 1,585  
Remote start 350  
Satellite radio 430  
3.6L V6   1,600
Auto-dimming rearview mirror 140  
Moonroof and Bose Pkg. 1,379  
Remote start 280  
Satellite radio 344  
3.6L V6   1,512
Options (change) 2,540 1,600
Options (change) 2,143 1,512
Destination 650 760
Total Price $29,490 $30,960
Total Invoice $27,396 $29,299

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Mazda CX-7 vs. Chevrolet Malibu

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Mazda CX-7 Grand Touring
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $1,685
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $2,103
Model Year20082012
ModelCX-7Malibu
TrimGrand TouringLTZ
Body4dr SUV4dr Sedan
Engine244hp I4252hp V6
TransmissionT6T6
DrivetrainFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)17/23 MPG17/26 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)240, 9?, 8
Tire (rear if not all the same)235/60-18225/50-18
Total Price$29,490$30,960
Adjustments for Features-2150
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$29,275$30,960
Total Invoice$27,396$29,299
Adjustments for Features-2000
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$27,196$29,299

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Features Comparison: Mazda CX-7 vs. Chevrolet Malibu

Model Year20082012
ModelCX-7Malibu
TrimGrand TouringLTZ
Body4dr SUV4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1100$1100
FWD$0$0
Accessories 
AC power outlet $100
Remote window/roof operation$15 
Tilt steering wheel, manual$150 
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual $250
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats$0 
Rollover sensor$50 
Cargo Management 
Cargo cover$75 
Cargo mat $40
Climate Control 
Interior air filter$0 
Rear wiper$175 
Exterior 
Bodyside moldings $75
Deep-tinted rear windows$275 
Laminated front side windows $200
Rear bumper protector$40 
Infotainment 
Aux input $50
Bluetooth cell phone link $100
CD changer, in-dash$325 
CD player $125
MP3-compatible player $50
Surround sound$250 
Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation $225
USB port $25
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Xenon HID headlights$500 
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row$50 
Door sill trim plates $100
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat$50 
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat $100
Power height adjuster, passenger seat $100
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat $100
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat $100
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Performance steering system (optional) $0
Total Value of Features$3,055$2,840
Value of Feature Adjustments$215$0
Value of Feature Adjustments-2000

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Specifications Comparison: Mazda CX-7 vs. Chevrolet Malibu

Model Year20082012
ModelCX-7Malibu
Body4dr SUV4dr Sedan
Wheelbase108.3 in112.3 in
Length184.0 in191.8 in
Width73.7 in70.3 in
Height64.8 in57.1 in
Curb Weight3,710 lb.3,645 lb.
Fuel Capacity18.2 gal.16.0 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.7 in39.4 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room58.0 in55.9 in
Row 1 Hip Room54.8 in53.0 in
Row 1 Legroom41.7 in42.2 in
Row 2 Headroom39.3 in37.2 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room55.8 in53.9 in
Row 2 Hip Room53.0 in52.1 in
Row 2 Legroom36.4 in37.6 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum
29.9 ft315.1 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum
58.6 ft315.1 ft3

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Option Package Details
Mazda CX-7 Grand Touring

Moonroof and Bose Pkg.
FeatureValueRequested?
Sunroof900Yes
CD changer, in-dash200No
Surround sound250No
Bose, 240W, 9 speakers350No
Total Requested90053%
Total Not Requested80047%

Option Package Details
Chevrolet Malibu LTZ

3.6L V6
DOHC-4v
252 hp@6300
251 lb-ft@3200
FeatureValueRequested?
3.6L V6
DOHC-4v
252 hp@6300
251 lb-ft@3200
1000Yes
Performance steering system (optional)250No
Total Requested100080%
Total Not Requested25020%

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