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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: $34,050

Chevrolet Malibu LTZ   
Difference: $730

Lowest Total Invoice: $31,992

Chevrolet Malibu LTZ   
Difference: $289

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20122013
ModelMazda6Malibu
Trims Grand TouringLTZ
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $29,810 $27,365
Base Invoice $28,146 $25,859
Technology Package 1,785  
Navigation system 2,000 795
Remote start 350  
Cargo net 40  
2.0L I4   2,335
Electronics and Entertainment Package   1,350
Premium Package   1,000
Forward collision warning   395
Technology Package 1,428  
Navigation system 1,600 700
Remote start 280  
Cargo net 32  
2.0L I4   2,207
Electronics and Entertainment Package   1,188
Premium Package   880
Forward collision warning   348
Options (change) 4,175 5,875
Options (change) 3,340 5,323
Destination 795 810
Total Price $34,780 $34,050
Total Invoice $32,281 $31,992

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Mazda Mazda6 vs. Chevrolet Malibu

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Chevrolet Malibu LTZ
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $2,050
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $1,529
Model Year20122013
ModelMazda6Malibu
Trims Grand TouringLTZ
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine272hp V6259hp I4
TransmissionT6T6
DrivetrainFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)18/27 MPG21/30 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)333, 10?, 9
Tire (rear if not all the same)235/45-18245/40-19
Total Price$34,780$34,050
Adjustments for Features0-1,320
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$34,780$32,730
Total Invoice$32,281$31,992
Adjustments for Features0-1,240
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$32,281$30,752

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Features Comparison: Mazda Mazda6 vs. Chevrolet Malibu

Model Year20122013
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
Forward collision warning $200
Knee airbag, driver $75
Knee airbag, passenger $75
Lane departure warning $200
Rear side airbags $300
Rollover sensor $50
Cargo Management 
Cargo mat$40 
Climate Control 
Rain-sensing wipers$175 
Variable intermittent wipers $75
Exterior 
Laminated front side windows $200
Infotainment 
App support $0
CD changer, in-dash$325 
CD player $125
Surround sound$250 
Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation $225
Traffic information$25 
USB port $25
Voice control for external devices $0
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror$75 
Interior ambient lighting $150
Mirror tilt-down in reverse $25
Seats and Interior Trim 
Door sill trim plates $100
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat$50 
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat $150
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat $150
Power height adjuster, passenger seat $100
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat $100
Total Value of Features$2,255$3,575
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$1,320
Value of Feature Adjustments0-1,240

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See a complete comparison of Mazda Mazda6 vs. Chevrolet Malibu features.

Specifications Comparison: Mazda Mazda6 vs. Chevrolet Malibu

Model Year20122013
ModelMazda6Malibu
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase109.8 in107.8 in
Length193.7 in191.5 in
Width72.4 in73.0 in
Height57.9 in57.6 in
Curb Weight3,547 lb.3,635 lb.
Fuel Capacity18.5 gal.18.5 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.4 in39.0 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room57.3 in57.5 in
Row 1 Hip Room55.1 in55.0 in
Row 1 Legroom42.5 in42.1 in
Row 2 Headroom37.3 in37.5 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room56.5 in57.1 in
Row 2 Hip Room55.9 in54.3 in
Row 2 Legroom38.0 in36.8 in
Cargo Volume16.6 ft316.3 ft3

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See a complete comparison of Mazda Mazda6 vs. Chevrolet Malibu specs.

Option Package Details
Mazda Mazda6 s Grand Touring

Technology Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Heated mirrors25Yes
Power recliner, passenger seat100Yes
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Universal garage door opener100Yes
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Rain-sensing wipers100No
Automatic headlights100Yes
Xenon HID headlights500Yes
Memory system, driver seat200Yes
Satellite radio200Yes
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror75No
Compass0Yes
Proximity key250Yes
Total Requested172591%
Total Not Requested1759%

Option Package Details
Chevrolet Malibu LTZ

Navigation system
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
Voice control for nav and audio75Yes
Speed limit information0No
Total Requested675100%
Total Not Requested00%
Forward collision alert
FeatureValueRequested?
Forward collision alert200No
Lane departure warning system200No
Total Requested00%
Total Not Requested400100%
turbocharged
2.0L I4
DOHC-4v
259 hp@5300
260 lb-ft@5200
FeatureValueRequested?
turbocharged
2.0L I4
DOHC-4v
259 hp@5300
260 lb-ft@5200		1000Yes
Sunroof900Yes
Total Requested1900100%
Total Not Requested00%
Electronics and Entertainment Package
FeatureValueRequested?
245/40WR19 tires400No
Universal garage door opener100Yes
Rearview camera200Yes
AC power outlet100No
Mirror tilt-down in reverse25No
Pioneer, 9 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Total Requested30026%
Total Not Requested87574%
Premium Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Xenon HID headlights500Yes
Memory system, driver seat200Yes
Proximity key250Yes
Total Requested950100%
Total Not Requested00%

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