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Mazda Mazda3 vs. Chevrolet Malibu Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Mazda Mazda3 vs. Chevrolet Malibu Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $21,705

Mazda Mazda3 s   
Difference: $9,255

Lowest Total Invoice: $20,159

Mazda Mazda3 s   
Difference: $9,140

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20062012
ModelMazda3Malibu
TrimsLTZ
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $16,880 $28,600
Base Invoice $15,805 $27,027
Auto-dimming rearview mirror 175  
Moonroof and Bose Pkg. 1,335  
Grand Touring Package 2,285  
Satellite radio 430  
Cargo mat 40  
3.6L V6   1,600
Auto-dimming rearview mirror 140  
Moonroof and Bose Pkg. 1,148  
Grand Touring Package 2,130  
Satellite radio 344  
Cargo mat 32  
3.6L V6   1,512
Options (change) 4,265 1,600
Options (change) 3,794 1,512
Destination 560 760
Total Price $21,705 $30,960
Total Invoice $20,159 $29,299

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Mazda Mazda3 vs. Chevrolet Malibu

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Mazda Mazda3 s
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $6,950
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $6,959
Model Year20062012
ModelMazda3Malibu
TrimsLTZ
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine160hp I4252hp V6
TransmissionM5T6
DrivetrainFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)26/32 MPG17/26 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)222, 7?, 8
Tire (rear if not all the same)205/50-17225/50-18
Total Price$21,705$30,960
Adjustments for Features0-2,305
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$21,705$28,655
Total Invoice$20,159$29,299
Adjustments for Features0-2,181
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$20,159$27,118

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Features Comparison: Mazda Mazda3 vs. Chevrolet Malibu

Model Year20062012
ModelMazda3Malibu
TrimsLTZ
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
5-speed manual$0 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic $1100
FWD$0$0
Accessories 
AC power outlet $100
Remote start $150
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats$0 
Stability control $400
Traction control $100
Climate Control 
Interior air filter$0 
Rain-sensing wipers$175 
Variable intermittent wipers $75
Exterior 
Body kit$0 
Laminated front side windows $200
Infotainment 
Aux input $50
Bluetooth cell phone link $100
CD changer, in-dash$325 
CD player $125
MP3-compatible player $50
Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation $225
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Heated mirrors $25
Illuminated visor mirror, driver $50
Illuminated visor mirror, passenger $50
Trip computer$150 
Turn signals on or near mirrors$25 
Visor mirror, driver$10 
Visor mirror, passenger$10 
Xenon HID headlights$500 
Seats and Interior Trim 
Manual height adjuster, driver seat$50 
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat$50 
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat $100
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat $100
Power height adjuster, driver seat $100
Power height adjuster, passenger seat $100
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat $100
Power recliner, driver seat $100
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat $100
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat $100
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Performance steering system (optional) $0
Total Value of Features$1,295$3,600
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$2,305
Value of Feature Adjustments0-2,181

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See a complete comparison of Mazda Mazda3 vs. Chevrolet Malibu features.

Specifications Comparison: Mazda Mazda3 vs. Chevrolet Malibu

Model Year20062012
ModelMazda3Malibu
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase103.9 in112.3 in
Length178.3 in191.8 in
Width69.1 in70.3 in
Height57.7 in57.1 in
Curb Weight2,758 lb.3,645 lb.
Fuel Capacity14.5 gal.16.0 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.1 in39.4 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room54.9 in55.9 in
Row 1 Hip Room54.9 in53.0 in
Row 1 Legroom41.9 in42.2 in
Row 2 Headroom37.4 in37.2 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room54.0 in53.9 in
Row 2 Hip Room53.9 in52.1 in
Row 2 Legroom36.3 in37.6 in
Cargo Volume11.4 ft315.1 ft3

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See a complete comparison of Mazda Mazda3 vs. Chevrolet Malibu specs.

Option Package Details
Mazda Mazda3 s

Moonroof and Bose Pkg.
FeatureValueRequested?
Bose, 222W, 7 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Sunroof900Yes
CD changer, in-dash200No
Total Requested90062%
Total Not Requested55038%
Grand Touring Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Tire-pressure monitor75Yes
Automatic climate control, front200Yes
Heated front seats200Yes
Trip computer150No
Rain-sensing wipers175No
Automatic headlights125Yes
Xenon HID headlights500No
Alarm100No
Body kit0No
205/50VR17 tires400No
Front side airbags350Yes
Side curtain airbags350Yes
Total Requested220062%
Total Not Requested132538%

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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