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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: $30,960

Chevrolet Malibu LTZ   
Difference: $625

Lowest Total Invoice: $29,299

Chevrolet Malibu LTZ   
Difference: $426

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20122012
ModelMazda6Malibu
Trims Grand TouringLTZ
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $29,810 $28,600
Base Invoice $28,146 $27,027
Auto-dimming rearview mirror 200  
Remote start 350  
Satellite radio 430  
3.6L V6   1,600
Auto-dimming rearview mirror 160  
Remote start 280  
Satellite radio 344  
3.6L V6   1,512
Options (change) 980 1,600
Options (change) 784 1,512
Destination 795 760
Total Price $31,585 $30,960
Total Invoice $29,725 $29,299

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Mazda Mazda6 vs. Chevrolet Malibu

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Chevrolet Malibu LTZ
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $760
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $554
Model Year20122012
ModelMazda6Malibu
Trims Grand TouringLTZ
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine272hp V6252hp V6
TransmissionT6T6
DrivetrainFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)18/27 MPG17/26 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)333, 10?, 8
Tire (rear if not all the same)235/45-18225/50-18
Total Price$31,585$30,960
Adjustments for Features0-135
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$31,585$30,825
Total Invoice$29,725$29,299
Adjustments for Features0-128
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$29,725$29,171

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Features Comparison: Mazda Mazda6 vs. Chevrolet Malibu

Model Year20122012
ModelMazda6Malibu
Trims Grand TouringLTZ
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 
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats$0 
Blind spot warning system$200 
Brake assist $50
Rearview camera$200 
Cargo Management 
Overhead sunglass holder$25 
Climate Control 
Dual-zone climate control$125 
Interior air filter$0 
Exterior 
Bodyside moldings $75
Laminated front side windows $200
Infotainment 
Bluetooth audio streaming$25 
CD changer, in-dash$325 
CD player $125
Surround sound$250 
Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation $225
USB port $25
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Automatic headlights $125
Automatic-off headlights$25 
Heated mirrors $25
Interior ambient lighting $150
Trip computer$150 
Turn signals on or near mirrors$25 
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$2,565$2,700
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$135
Value of Feature Adjustments0-128

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Specifications Comparison: Mazda Mazda6 vs. Chevrolet Malibu

Model Year20122012
ModelMazda6Malibu
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase109.8 in112.3 in
Length193.7 in191.8 in
Width72.4 in70.3 in
Height57.9 in57.1 in
Curb Weight3,547 lb.3,645 lb.
Fuel Capacity18.5 gal.16.0 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.4 in39.4 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room57.3 in55.9 in
Row 1 Hip Room55.1 in53.0 in
Row 1 Legroom42.5 in42.2 in
Row 2 Headroom37.3 in37.2 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room56.5 in53.9 in
Row 2 Hip Room55.9 in52.1 in
Row 2 Legroom38.0 in37.6 in
Cargo Volume16.6 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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