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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: $22,975

Mazda Mazda3 s   
Difference: $5,900

Lowest Total Invoice: $21,305

Mazda Mazda3 s   
Difference: $6,097

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20082011
ModelMazda3Malibu
TrimsLTZ
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $17,535 $27,165
Base Invoice $16,416 $25,806
Moonroof and Bose Pkg. 1,335  
Grand Touring Package 2,460  
Auto-dimming rearview mirror 175  
Satellite radio 430  
Cargo mat 40  
Remote start 350  
Temporary spare tire   100
Sunroof   850
Moonroof and Bose Pkg. 1,148  
Grand Touring Package 2,295  
Auto-dimming rearview mirror 140  
Satellite radio 344  
Cargo mat 32  
Remote start 280  
Temporary spare tire   88
Sunroof   748
Options (change) 4,790 950
Options (change) 4,239 836
Destination 650 760
Total Price $22,975 $28,875
Total Invoice $21,305 $27,402

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Mazda Mazda3 vs. Chevrolet Malibu

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Mazda Mazda3 s
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $4,020
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $4,313
Model Year20082011
ModelMazda3Malibu
TrimsLTZ
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine156hp I4169hp I4
TransmissionM5T6
DrivetrainFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)222, 7?, 8
Tire (rear if not all the same)205/50-17225/50-18
Total Price$22,975$28,875
Adjustments for Features0-1,880
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$22,975$26,995
Total Invoice$21,305$27,402
Adjustments for Features0-1,784
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$21,305$25,618

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Features Comparison: Mazda Mazda3 vs. Chevrolet Malibu

Model Year20082011
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
Sunshade, rear $125
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats$0 
Climate Control 
Interior air filter$0 
Rain-sensing wipers$175 
Variable intermittent wipers $75
Exterior 
Body kit$0 
Bodyside moldings$75 
Laminated front side windows $200
Infotainment 
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
USB port $25
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Heated mirrors $25
Illuminated visor mirror, driver $50
Illuminated visor mirror, passenger $50
Interior ambient lighting $150
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 
Center armrest(s), second row$50 
Door sill trim plates $100
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
Total Value of Features$1,420$3,300
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$1,880
Value of Feature Adjustments0-1,784

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

Specifications Comparison: Mazda Mazda3 vs. Chevrolet Malibu

Model Year20082011
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 Weight2,759 lb.3,416 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
Automatic climate control, front200Yes
Heated front seats200Yes
Trip computer150No
Rain-sensing wipers175No
Automatic headlights125Yes
Xenon HID headlights500No
Alarm100No
Traction control100Yes
Stability control400Yes
Body kit0No
205/50VR17 tires400No
Total Requested192559%
Total Not Requested132541%

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