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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: $25,830

Mazda Mazda3 s   
Difference: $8,495

Lowest Total Invoice: $24,025

Mazda Mazda3 s   
Difference: $8,838

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20112018
ModelMazda3Malibu
TrimsPremier
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $19,545 $30,975
Base Invoice $18,303 $29,736
Tech Package 1,835  
Grand Touring Package 3,210  
Auto-dimming rearview mirror 200  
Cargo mat 50  
Cargo net 40 65
All-weather floor mats 80 140
Universal garage door opener 75  
Sun and Wheels Package   2,270
Tech Package 1,578  
Grand Touring Package 2,993  
Auto-dimming rearview mirror 160  
Cargo mat 40  
Cargo net 32 59
All-weather floor mats 64 127
Universal garage door opener 60  
Sun and Wheels Package   2,066
Options (change) 5,490 2,475
Options (change) 4,927 2,252
Destination 795 875
Total Price $25,830 $34,325
Total Invoice $24,025 $32,863

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Mazda Mazda3 vs. Chevrolet Malibu

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Mazda Mazda3 s
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $5,765
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $6,224
Model Year20112018
ModelMazda3Malibu
TrimsPremier
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine167hp I4250hp I4
TransmissionM6T9
DrivetrainFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)18/25 MPG22/32 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)242, 10?, 9
Tire (rear if not all the same)205/50-17245/40-19
Total Price$25,830$34,325
Adjustments for Features0-2,730
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$25,830$31,595
Total Invoice$24,025$32,863
Adjustments for Features0-2,614
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$24,025$30,249

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Features Comparison: Mazda Mazda3 vs. Chevrolet Malibu

Model Year20112018
ModelMazda3Malibu
TrimsPremier
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manual$150 
9-speed manually-shiftable automatic $1400
FWD$0$0
Accessories 
AC power outlet $100
Heated steering wheel $100
Remote app $25
Remote start $150
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats$0 
Knee airbag, driver $75
Knee airbag, passenger $75
Rear side airbags $300
Rearview camera $200
Rollover sensor $50
Safety key $5
Temporary spare tire$150 
Vehicle health reports $0
Climate Control 
Rain-sensing wipers$175 
Rear air vents $100
Variable intermittent wipers $75
Exterior 
Laminated front side windows $200
Panoramic sunroof $1200
Rear spoiler$200 
Sunroof$900 
Infotainment 
4G LTE connectivity $0
Android Auto support $100
App support $0
Apple CarPlay support $100
CD changer, in-dash$325 
MP3-compatible player$50 
SMS text-to-speech reader $25
Surround sound$250 
Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation $225
USB port $25
Voice control for external devices $0
Voice control for nav and audio $100
Wi-Fi hotspot $50
Wireless charging station $75
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Fog lights$125 
Heated mirrors $25
Steering-linked headlights$150 
Turn signals on or near mirrors $25
Xenon HID headlights$500 
Seats and Interior Trim 
Cooled or ventilated front seats $300
Door sill trim plates $100
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat $100
Power height adjuster, passenger seat $100
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat $100
Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat $100
Power recliner, passenger seat $100
Upgraded floor mats $0
Total Value of Features$2,975$5,705
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$2,730
Value of Feature Adjustments0-2,614

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Specifications Comparison: Mazda Mazda3 vs. Chevrolet Malibu

Model Year20112018
ModelMazda3Malibu
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase103.9 in111.4 in
Length180.7 in193.8 in
Width69.1 in73.0 in
Height57.9 in57.7 in
Curb Weight3,179 lb.3,388 lb.
Fuel Capacity14.5 gal.15.8 gal.
Row 1 Headroom38.9 in39.1 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room54.9 in58.5 in
Row 1 Hip Room0.0 in54.1 in
Row 1 Legroom42.0 in42.0 in
Row 2 Headroom37.5 in37.5 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room54.0 in57.1 in
Row 2 Hip Room0.0 in53.4 in
Row 2 Legroom36.2 in38.1 in
Cargo Volume11.8 ft315.8 ft3

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Option Package Details
Mazda Mazda3 s

Tech Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
Rain-sensing wipers100No
Automatic headlights125Yes
Steering-linked headlights150No
Xenon HID headlights500No
Satellite radio200Yes
Alarm100No
Proximity key250Yes
Total Requested117558%
Total Not Requested85042%
Grand Touring Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Automatic climate control, front200Yes
Heated front seats200Yes
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power height adjuster, driver seat50Yes
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power recliner, driver seat100Yes
Memory system, driver seat200Yes
Dual-zone climate control125Yes
Sunroof900Yes
CD changer, in-dash200No
Surround sound250No
Bose, 242W, 10 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Total Requested287578%
Total Not Requested80022%

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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