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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: $26,470

Mazda Mazda3 s Grand Touring   
Difference: $7,855

Lowest Total Invoice: $25,259

Mazda Mazda3 s Grand Touring   
Difference: $7,604

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20152018
ModelMazda3Malibu
Trims Grand TouringPremier
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $25,045 $30,975
Base Invoice $23,961 $29,736
Cargo mat 70  
Door sill trim plates 125  
Interior ambient lighting 250  
Cargo net 60 65
All-weather floor mats 100 140
Sun and Wheels Package   2,270
Cargo mat 50  
Door sill trim plates 100  
Interior ambient lighting 200  
Cargo net 48 59
All-weather floor mats 80 127
Sun and Wheels Package   2,066
Options (change) 605 2,475
Options (change) 478 2,252
Destination 820 875
Total Price $26,470 $34,325
Total Invoice $25,259 $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: $5,950
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $5,780
Model Year20152018
ModelMazda3Malibu
Trims Grand TouringPremier
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine184hp I4250hp I4
TransmissionM6T9
DrivetrainFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)25/37 MPG22/32 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 9?, 9
Tire (rear if not all the same)215/45-18245/40-19
Total Price$26,470$34,325
Adjustments for Features0-1,905
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$26,470$32,420
Total Invoice$25,259$32,863
Adjustments for Features0-1,824
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$25,259$31,039

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Features Comparison: Mazda Mazda3 vs. Chevrolet Malibu

Model Year20152018
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 
911 assist$25 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats$0 
Blind spot warning system$200 
Cross-traffic warning, rear$100 
Knee airbag, driver $75
Knee airbag, passenger $75
Rear side airbags $300
Rollover sensor $50
Safety key $5
Temporary spare tire$150 
Vehicle health reports $0
Cargo Management 
Overhead sunglass holder$25 
Climate Control 
Rain-sensing wipers$175 
Rear air vents $100
Variable intermittent wipers $75
Exterior 
Black grille (optional)$0 
Laminated front side windows $200
Panoramic sunroof $1200
Rear spoiler$200 
Sunroof$900 
Infotainment 
4G LTE connectivity $0
Android Auto support $100
Apple CarPlay support $100
CD player$125 
HD radio$50 
MP3-compatible player$50 
Surround sound$250 
Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation $225
Traffic information$25 
Voice control for external devices $0
Wi-Fi hotspot $50
Wireless charging station $75
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Compass $0
Digital instruments$0 
Fog lights$125 
Head-up display (HUD)$350 
Steering-linked headlights$150 
Xenon HID headlights$500 
Seats and Interior Trim 
Cooled or ventilated front seats $300
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat$50 
Memory system, driver seat $200
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
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat $100
Upgraded floor mats $0
Total Value of Features$3,600$5,505
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$1,905
Value of Feature Adjustments0-1,824

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

Specifications Comparison: Mazda Mazda3 vs. Chevrolet Malibu

Model Year20152018
ModelMazda3Malibu
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase106.3 in111.4 in
Length180.3 in193.8 in
Width70.7 in73.0 in
Height57.3 in57.7 in
Curb Weight2,947 lb.3,388 lb.
Fuel Capacity13.2 gal.15.8 gal.
Row 1 Headroom38.6 in39.1 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room57.2 in58.5 in
Row 1 Hip Room55.5 in54.1 in
Row 1 Legroom42.2 in42.0 in
Row 2 Headroom37.5 in37.5 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room54.4 in57.1 in
Row 2 Hip Room53.5 in53.4 in
Row 2 Legroom35.8 in38.1 in
Cargo Volume12.4 ft315.8 ft3

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

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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