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Mazda Mazda6 vs. Chevrolet Malibu Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Mazda Mazda6 vs. Chevrolet Malibu Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $30,120

Chevrolet Malibu LTZ   
Difference: $1,795

Lowest Total Invoice: $28,479

Chevrolet Malibu LTZ   
Difference: $882

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20062010
ModelMazda6Malibu
TrimMazdaSpeed6 Grand TouringLTZ
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $29,925 $26,955
Base Invoice $27,608 $25,607
Auto-dimming rearview mirror 175  
Universal garage door opener 75  
Satellite radio 430  
Sunroof 700 850
Cargo mat 50  
3.6L V6   1,595
Auto-dimming rearview mirror 140  
Universal garage door opener 60  
Satellite radio 344  
Sunroof 609 748
Cargo mat 40  
3.6L V6   1,404
Options (change) 1,430 2,445
Options (change) 1,193 2,152
Destination 560 720
Total Price $31,915 $30,120
Total Invoice $29,361 $28,479

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Mazda Mazda6 vs. Chevrolet Malibu

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Chevrolet Malibu LTZ
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $1,205
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $339
Model Year20062010
ModelMazda6Malibu
TrimMazdaSpeed6 Grand TouringLTZ
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine274hp I4252hp V6
TransmissionM6T6
DrivetrainAWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)19/25 MPG17/26 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)200, 7?, 8
Tire (rear if not all the same)215/40-18225/50-18
Total Price$31,915$30,120
Adjustments for Features-5900
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$31,325$30,120
Total Invoice$29,361$28,479
Adjustments for Features-5430
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$28,818$28,479

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Features Comparison: Mazda Mazda6 vs. Chevrolet Malibu

Model Year20062010
ModelMazda6Malibu
TrimMazdaSpeed6 Grand TouringLTZ
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manual$150 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic $1100
AWD$1700 
FWD $0
Accessories 
AC power outlet $100
Proximity key$250 
Remote start $150
Remote window/roof operation$15 
Sunshade, rear $125
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats$0 
Brake assist $50
Tire-pressure monitor $75
Cargo Management 
Overhead sunglass holder$25 
Climate Control 
Interior air filter$0 
Drivetrain 
Limited-slip rear differential$300 
Exterior 
Bodyside cladding$350 
Laminated front side windows $200
Rear spoiler$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 
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror $75
Automatic headlights $125
Automatic-off headlights$25 
Xenon HID headlights$500 
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row$50 
Folding second row seats $300
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat$50 
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat $100
Power height adjuster, passenger seat $100
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat $100
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat $100
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Performance steering system (optional) $0
Sport suspension (upgrade)$0 
Transmission 
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls $100
Total Value of Features$3,940$3,350
Value of Feature Adjustments$590$0
Value of Feature Adjustments-5430

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Specifications Comparison: Mazda Mazda6 vs. Chevrolet Malibu

Model Year20062010
ModelMazda6Malibu
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase105.3 in112.3 in
Length186.8 in191.8 in
Width70.1 in70.3 in
Height56.7 in57.1 in
Curb Weight3,589 lb.3,680 lb.
Fuel Capacity18.0 gal.16.0 gal.
Row 1 Headroom38.7 in39.4 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room56.1 in55.9 in
Row 1 Hip Room54.7 in53.0 in
Row 1 Legroom42.3 in42.2 in
Row 2 Headroom37.1 in37.2 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room54.9 in53.9 in
Row 2 Hip Room54.1 in52.1 in
Row 2 Legroom36.5 in37.6 in
Cargo Volume15.2 ft315.1 ft3

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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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