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Mazda CX-9 vs. Chevrolet Malibu Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Mazda CX-9 vs. Chevrolet Malibu Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $29,620

Chevrolet Malibu LTZ   
Difference: $4,565

Lowest Total Invoice: $28,058

Chevrolet Malibu LTZ   
Difference: $4,157

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year201320132011
ModelCX-9CX-9Malibu
TrimTouringGrand TouringLTZ
Body4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr Sedan
Base Price $32,230 $34,785 $27,165
Base Invoice $30,492 $32,911 $25,806
Auto-dimming rearview mirror 295    
Remote start 350 350  
Satellite radio 430 430  
Cargo mat 85 85  
Temporary spare tire     100
3.6L V6     1,595
Auto-dimming rearview mirror 236    
Remote start 280 280  
Satellite radio 344 344  
Cargo mat 68 68  
Temporary spare tire     88
3.6L V6     1,404
Options (change) 1,160 865 1,695
Options (change) 928 692 1,492
Destination 795 795 760
Total Price $34,185 $36,445 $29,620
Total Invoice $32,215 $34,398 $28,058

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Mazda CX-9 vs. Chevrolet Malibu

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Chevrolet Malibu LTZ
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $2,125
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $1,858
Model Year201320132011
ModelCX-9CX-9Malibu
TrimTouringGrand TouringLTZ
Body4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr Sedan
Engine273hp V6273hp V6252hp V6
TransmissionT6T6T6
DrivetrainFWDFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)17/24 MPG17/24 MPG17/26 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 6?, 6?, 8
Tire (rear if not all the same)245/60-18245/50-20225/50-18
Total Price$34,185$36,445$29,620
Adjustments for Features-2,440-4,2650
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$31,745$32,180$29,620
Cost Above Minimum$0$435$0
Total Invoice$32,215$34,398$28,058
Adjustments for Features-2,299-4,0250
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$29,916$30,373$28,058
Cost Above Minimum$0$457$0

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Features Comparison: Mazda CX-9 vs. Chevrolet Malibu

Model Year201320132011
ModelCX-9CX-9Malibu
TrimTouringGrand TouringLTZ
Body4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1100$1100$1100
FWD$0$0$0
Accessories 
AC power outlet  $100
Power liftgate $350 
Proximity key $250 
Remote window/roof operation$15$15 
Sunshade, rear  $125
Universal garage door opener$100$100 
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats$0$0 
Blind spot warning system$200$200 
Obstacle detection, rear$250$250 
Rearview camera$200$200 
Rollover sensor$50$50 
Side curtain airbags  $350
Side curtain airbags, three rows$500$500 
Cargo Management 
Overhead sunglass holder$25$25 
Climate Control 
Dual-zone climate control$125$125 
Interior air filter$0$0 
Rain-sensing wipers $175 
Rear air vents with automatic controls$250$250 
Rear HVAC unit$400$400 
Rear wiper$175$175 
Variable intermittent wipers$75 $75
Exterior 
Bodyside cladding (gray/black)$250$250 
Deep-tinted rear windows$275$275 
Laminated front side windows  $200
Rear spoiler$200$200 
Infotainment 
Bluetooth audio streaming$25$25 
Pandora internet radio connectivity$0$0 
SMS text-to-speech reader$25$25 
Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation  $225
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Automatic headlights $125$125
Automatic-off headlights$25  
Fog lights $125$125
Interior ambient lighting $150$150
Mirror tilt-down in reverse $25 
Trip computer$150$150 
Turn signals on or near mirrors $25 
Xenon HID headlights $500 
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row$50$50 
Door sill trim plates  $100
Folding third row seats$600$600 
Manual fore-aft adjuster, second row seats$75$75 
Manual recliner, second row seats$75$75 
Memory system, driver seat $200 
Power height adjuster, passenger seat  $100
Power recliner, passenger seat$100$100 
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat  $100
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Performance steering system (optional)  $0
Total Value of Features$5,315$7,140$2,875
Value of Feature Adjustments$2,440$4,265$0
Value of Feature Adjustments-2,299-4,0250

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Specifications Comparison: Mazda CX-9 vs. Chevrolet Malibu

Model Year20132011
ModelCX-9Malibu
Body4dr SUV4dr Sedan
Wheelbase113.2 in112.3 in
Length200.6 in191.8 in
Width76.2 in70.3 in
Height68.0 in57.1 in
Curb Weight4,317 lb.3,645 lb.
Fuel Capacity20.1 gal.16.0 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.6 in39.4 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room59.4 in55.9 in
Row 1 Hip Room56.5 in53.0 in
Row 1 Legroom40.9 in42.2 in
Row 2 Headroom39.0 in37.2 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room58.7 in53.9 in
Row 2 Hip Room56.0 in52.1 in
Row 2 Legroom39.8 in37.6 in
Row 3 Headroom35.4 in0.0 in
Row 3 Shoulder Room56.9 in0.0 in
Row 3 Hip Room43.7 in0.0 in
Row 3 Legroom32.4 in0.0 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum
17.2 ft315.1 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Behind R2
48.3 ft315.1 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum
100.7 ft315.1 ft3

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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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