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Mazda RX-8 vs. Chevrolet Malibu Classic Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Mazda RX-8 vs. Chevrolet Malibu Classic Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $22,540

Chevrolet Malibu Classic LT   
Difference: $5,300

Lowest Total Invoice: $21,257

Chevrolet Malibu Classic LT   
Difference: $4,459

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year200820082008
ModelRX-8RX-8Malibu Classic
TrimAutomaticManualLT
Body4dr Coupe4dr Coupe4dr Sedan
Base Price $26,435 $26,435 $20,320
Base Invoice $24,458 $24,458 $19,304
Temporary spare tire 395 395  
Rear spoiler 360 360 175
Touring Package   3,100  
Luxury and Convenience Package     595
Sunroof     800
Temporary spare tire 320 320  
Rear spoiler 288 288 145
Touring Package   2,860  
Luxury and Convenience Package     494
Sunroof     664
Options (change) 755 3,855 1,570
Options (change) 608 3,468 1,303
Destination 650 650 650
Total Price $27,840 $30,940 $22,540
Total Invoice $25,716 $28,576 $21,257

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Mazda RX-8 vs. Chevrolet Malibu Classic

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Chevrolet Malibu Classic LT
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $6,175
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $5,284
Model Year200820082008
ModelRX-8RX-8Malibu Classic
TrimAutomaticManualLT
Body4dr Coupe4dr Coupe4dr Sedan
Engine212hp R2232hp R2219hp V6
TransmissionT6M6T4
DrivetrainRWDRWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)100, 6300, 9?, 6
Tire (rear if not all the same)225/55-16225/45-18215/60-16
Total Price$27,840$30,940$22,540
Adjustments for Features0-1,800-875
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$27,840$29,140$21,665
Cost Above Minimum$0$1,300$0
Total Invoice$25,716$28,576$21,257
Adjustments for Features0-1,662-825
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$25,716$26,914$20,432
Cost Above Minimum$0$1,198$0

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Features Comparison: Mazda RX-8 vs. Chevrolet Malibu Classic

Model Year200820082008
ModelRX-8RX-8Malibu Classic
TrimAutomaticManualLT
Body4dr Coupe4dr Coupe4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1100  
6-speed manual $150 
4-speed manually-shiftable automatic  $900
RWD$0$0 
FWD  $0
Accessories 
Power rear side windows  $200
Tilt steering wheel, manual$150$150 
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual  $250
Universal garage door opener $100 
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Front side airbags$350$350 
Stability control $400 
Traction control $100$100
Cargo Management 
Overhead sunglass holder$25$25 
Rear seat pass-through$100$100 
Second-row high console$250$250 
Climate Control 
Interior air filter$0$0 
Drivetrain 
Limited-slip rear differential $300 
Exterior 
Bodyside moldings  $75
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)$25$25 
Sunroof $900$900
Infotainment 
CD changer, in-dash $325 
CD player$125 $125
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Auto-dimming rearview mirror $150$150
Automatic headlights  $125
Compass  $0
Fog lights $125$125
Trip computer  $150
Xenon HID headlights $500 
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row$50$50 
Door sill trim plates$100$100 
Folding second row seats  $300
Manual height adjuster, driver seat$50$50 
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat  $50
Metal pedals $75 
Power height adjuster, driver seat  $100
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Alloy wheels$350$350 
Alloy-look steel wheels  $100
Sport suspension (upgrade) $0 
Transmission 
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls$100  
Total Value of Features$2,775$4,575$3,650
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$1,800$875
Value of Feature Adjustments0-1,662-825

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See a complete comparison of Mazda RX-8 vs. Chevrolet Malibu Classic features.

Specifications Comparison: Mazda RX-8 vs. Chevrolet Malibu Classic

Model Year20082008
ModelRX-8Malibu Classic
Body4dr Coupe4dr Sedan
Wheelbase106.4 in106.3 in
Length174.3 in188.3 in
Width69.7 in69.9 in
Height52.8 in57.5 in
Curb Weight3,046 lb.3,298 lb.
Fuel Capacity15.9 gal.16.3 gal.
Row 1 Headroom38.2 in39.6 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room54.8 in56.7 in
Row 1 Hip Room53.3 in53.2 in
Row 1 Legroom42.7 in41.9 in
Row 2 Headroom36.8 in37.6 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room54.9 in56.1 in
Row 2 Hip Room48.1 in52.4 in
Row 2 Legroom32.2 in38.5 in
Cargo Volume7.6 ft315.4 ft3

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See a complete comparison of Mazda RX-8 vs. Chevrolet Malibu Classic specs.

Option Package Details
Mazda RX-8 Manual

Touring Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Sunroof900Yes
CD changer, in-dash200No
Universal garage door opener100No
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Bose, 300W, 9 speakers350No
Traction control100Yes
Stability control400No
Fog lights125Yes
Xenon HID headlights500No
225/45ZR18 tires400No
Total Requested127540%
Total Not Requested195060%

Option Package Details
Chevrolet Malibu Classic LT

Luxury and Convenience Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Illuminated visor mirror, passenger40Yes
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Fog lights125Yes
Compass0No
Alloy-look steel wheels100No
Total Requested31576%
Total Not Requested10024%

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