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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: $28,650

Mazda Mazda6 s   
Difference: $1,820

Lowest Total Invoice: $26,408

Mazda Mazda6 s   
Difference: $2,398

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20082011
ModelMazda6Malibu
TrimsLTZ
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $22,360 $27,165
Base Invoice $20,667 $25,806
Grand Touring Package 3,840  
215/45WR18 0  
Remote start 350  
Satellite radio 430  
Cargo mat 50  
6-speed shiftable automatic 950  
Temporary spare tire   100
Sunroof   850
3.6L V6   1,595
Grand Touring Package 3,533  
215/45WR18 0  
Remote start 280  
Satellite radio 344  
Cargo mat 40  
6-speed shiftable automatic 874  
Temporary spare tire   88
Sunroof   748
3.6L V6   1,404
Options (change) 5,620 2,545
Options (change) 5,071 2,240
Destination 670 760
Total Price $28,650 $30,470
Total Invoice $26,408 $28,806

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Mazda Mazda6 vs. Chevrolet Malibu

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Mazda Mazda6 s
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $960
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $1,585
Model Year20082011
ModelMazda6Malibu
TrimsLTZ
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine212hp V6252hp V6
TransmissionT6T6
DrivetrainFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)18/25 MPG17/26 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)200, 7?, 8
Tire (rear if not all the same)215/50-17225/50-18
Total Price$28,650$30,470
Adjustments for Features0-860
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$28,650$29,610
Total Invoice$26,408$28,806
Adjustments for Features0-813
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$26,408$27,993

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Features Comparison: Mazda Mazda6 vs. Chevrolet Malibu

Model Year20082011
ModelMazda6Malibu
TrimsLTZ
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1100$1100
FWD$0$0
Accessories 
AC power outlet $100
Remote window/roof operation$15 
Sunshade, rear $125
Universal garage door opener$100 
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats$0 
Brake assist $50
Stability control $400
Cargo Management 
Overhead sunglass holder$25 
Climate Control 
Interior air filter$0 
Exterior 
Body kit$0 
Bodyside moldings$75 
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
USB port $25
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Automatic headlights $125
Automatic-off headlights$25 
Interior ambient lighting $150
Xenon HID headlights$500 
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row$50 
Door sill trim plates $100
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
Total Value of Features$2,465$3,325
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$860
Value of Feature Adjustments0-813

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Specifications Comparison: Mazda Mazda6 vs. Chevrolet Malibu

Model Year20082011
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 Weight3,347 lb.3,645 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
Mazda Mazda6 s

Grand Touring Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Automatic climate control, front200Yes
Sunroof900Yes
Universal garage door opener100No
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Fog lights125Yes
Xenon HID headlights500No
Rear spoiler200No
Alarm100No
Upgraded instruments0No
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Heated mirrors25Yes
Heated front seats200Yes
Bose, 200W, 7 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
215/50VR17 tires400No
Total Requested250060%
Total Not Requested165040%

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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