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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: $24,570

Mazda Mazda3 s Grand Touring   
Difference: $9,755

Lowest Total Invoice: $23,396

Mazda Mazda3 s Grand Touring   
Difference: $9,467

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Model Year20122018
ModelMazda3Malibu
Trims Grand TouringPremier
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $22,900 $30,975
Base Invoice $21,901 $29,736
Auto-dimming rearview mirror 200  
Cargo mat 50  
Satellite radio 430  
Cargo net 40 65
All-weather floor mats 80 140
Universal garage door opener 75  
Sun and Wheels Package   2,270
Auto-dimming rearview mirror 160  
Cargo mat 40  
Satellite radio 344  
Cargo net 32 59
All-weather floor mats 64 127
Universal garage door opener 60  
Sun and Wheels Package   2,066
Options (change) 875 2,475
Options (change) 700 2,252
Destination 795 875
Total Price $24,570 $34,325
Total Invoice $23,396 $32,863

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Mazda Mazda3 vs. Chevrolet Malibu

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Mazda Mazda3 s Grand Touring
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $6,000
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $5,872
Model Year20122018
ModelMazda3Malibu
Trims Grand TouringPremier
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine167hp I4250hp I4
TransmissionM6T9
DrivetrainFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)18/25 MPG22/32 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)265, 10?, 9
Tire (rear if not all the same)205/50-17245/40-19
Total Price$24,570$34,325
Adjustments for Features0-3,755
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$24,570$30,570
Total Invoice$23,396$32,863
Adjustments for Features0-3,595
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$23,396$29,268

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Features Comparison: Mazda Mazda3 vs. Chevrolet Malibu

Model Year20122018
ModelMazda3Malibu
Trims Grand TouringPremier
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 
Rear air vents $100
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 player$125 
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 
Automatic headlights $125
Fog lights$125 
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$1,950$5,705
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$3,755
Value of Feature Adjustments0-3,595

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Specifications Comparison: Mazda Mazda3 vs. Chevrolet Malibu

Model Year20122018
ModelMazda3Malibu
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase103.9 in111.4 in
Length180.9 in193.8 in
Width69.1 in73.0 in
Height57.9 in57.7 in
Curb Weight3,257 lb.3,388 lb.
Fuel Capacity14.5 gal.15.8 gal.
Row 1 Headroom38.1 in39.1 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room54.9 in58.5 in
Row 1 Hip Room53.7 in54.1 in
Row 1 Legroom42.0 in42.0 in
Row 2 Headroom37.4 in37.5 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room54.0 in57.1 in
Row 2 Hip Room52.2 in53.4 in
Row 2 Legroom36.2 in38.1 in
Cargo Volume11.8 ft315.8 ft3

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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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