Mazda RX-8 Mazda RX-8 2007 Chevrolet Malibu Chevrolet Malibu 2010

We are 103,000+ car owners sharing real-world car information.

Join Us

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

The sticker prices, before adjusting for remaining feature differences. Usually these are the numbers you will see on the window stickers.

Models in short supply often sell at or even above these prices.

Mazda RX-8 vs. Chevrolet Malibu Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $28,525

Chevrolet Malibu LTZ   
Difference: $3,190

Lowest Total Invoice: $27,075

Chevrolet Malibu LTZ   
Difference: $2,291

Calculate Payments

  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year200720072010
ModelRX-8RX-8Malibu
TrimAutomaticManualLTZ
Body4dr Coupe4dr Coupe4dr Sedan
Base Price $26,435 $26,435 $26,955
Base Invoice $24,458 $24,458 $25,607
Grand Touring Package 5,335 4,635  
Cargo mat 50 50  
Sunroof     850
Grand Touring Package 4,922 4,277  
Cargo mat 36 36  
Sunroof     748
Options (change) 5,385 4,685 850
Options (change) 4,958 4,313 748
Destination 595 595 720
Total Price $32,415 $31,715 $28,525
Total Invoice $30,011 $29,366 $27,075

Return to top

While we strive for accuracy, the site is not error-free, and prices can change at any time.

Dealer Price Quotes

Want to find out how much dealers are willing to discount these cars?

Request free, no-obligation Mazda RX-8 dealer quotes or Chevrolet Malibu dealer quotes from dealers using our car quote form.

The process is easy and takes just a minute or two. You'll receive price quotes from local approved dealers within 48 hours.

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

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Chevrolet Malibu LTZ
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $4,765
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $3,791
Model Year200720072010
ModelRX-8RX-8Malibu
TrimAutomaticManualLTZ
Body4dr Coupe4dr Coupe4dr Sedan
Engine212hp R2232hp R2169hp I4
TransmissionT6M6T6
DrivetrainRWDRWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)300, 9300, 9?, 8
Tire (rear if not all the same)225/45-18225/45-18225/50-18
Total Price$32,415$31,715$28,525
Adjustments for Features-1,0500-1,925
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$31,365$31,715$26,600
Cost Above Minimum$0$350$0
Total Invoice$30,011$29,366$27,075
Adjustments for Features-9720-1,827
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$29,039$29,366$25,248
Cost Above Minimum$0$327$0

Return to top

Features Comparison: Mazda RX-8 vs. Chevrolet Malibu

Model Year200720072010
ModelRX-8RX-8Malibu
TrimAutomaticManualLTZ
Body4dr Coupe4dr Coupe4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1100 $1100
6-speed manual $150 
RWD$0$0 
FWD  $0
Accessories 
AC power outlet  $100
Power rear side windows  $200
Proximity key$250$250 
Remote start  $150
Sunshade, rear  $125
Tilt steering wheel, manual$150$150 
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual  $250
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Brake assist  $50
Cargo Management 
Overhead sunglass holder$25$25 
Rear seat pass-through$100$100 
Second-row high console$250$250 
Climate Control 
Automatic climate control, front  $200
Interior air filter$0$0 
Drivetrain 
Limited-slip rear differential$300$300 
Exterior 
Laminated front side windows  $200
Infotainment 
Aux input  $50
Bluetooth cell phone link  $100
CD changer, in-dash$325$325 
CD player  $125
MP3-compatible player  $50
Satellite radio  $200
Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation  $225
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror  $75
Automatic headlights  $125
Compass  $0
Xenon HID headlights$500$500 
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row$50$50 
Folding second row seats  $300
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat  $100
Power height adjuster, passenger seat  $100
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat  $100
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Sport suspension (upgrade)$0$0 
Transmission 
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls$100 $100
Total Value of Features$3,150$2,100$4,025
Value of Feature Adjustments$1,050$0$1,925
Value of Feature Adjustments-9720-1,827

Return to top

Specifications Comparison: Mazda RX-8 vs. Chevrolet Malibu

Model Year20072010
ModelRX-8Malibu
Body4dr Coupe4dr Sedan
Wheelbase106.4 in112.3 in
Length174.3 in191.8 in
Width69.7 in70.3 in
Height52.8 in57.1 in
Curb Weight3,046 lb.3,451 lb.
Fuel Capacity15.9 gal.16.0 gal.
Row 1 Headroom38.2 in39.4 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room54.8 in55.9 in
Row 1 Hip Room53.3 in53.0 in
Row 1 Legroom42.7 in42.2 in
Row 2 Headroom36.8 in37.2 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room54.9 in53.9 in
Row 2 Hip Room48.1 in52.1 in
Row 2 Legroom32.2 in37.6 in
Cargo Volume7.6 ft315.1 ft3

Return to top

Option Package Details
Mazda RX-8 Automatic

Grand Touring Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Heated mirrors25Yes
Heated front seats200Yes
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power height adjuster, driver seat50Yes
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power recliner, driver seat100Yes
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Proximity key250No
Traction control100Yes
Stability control400Yes
Fog lights125Yes
Xenon HID headlights500No
Sunroof900Yes
CD changer, in-dash200No
Universal garage door opener100Yes
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Bose, 300W, 9 speakers350No
Sport suspension (upgrade)250No
Performance braking system (optional)250No
Limited-slip rear differential300No
225/45ZR18 tires400No
Total Requested335057%
Total Not Requested250043%

Option Package Details
Mazda RX-8 Manual

Grand Touring Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Heated mirrors25Yes
Heated front seats200Yes
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power height adjuster, driver seat50Yes
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power recliner, driver seat100Yes
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Proximity key250No
Traction control100Yes
Stability control400Yes
Fog lights125Yes
Xenon HID headlights500No
Sunroof900Yes
CD changer, in-dash200No
Universal garage door opener100Yes
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Bose, 300W, 9 speakers350No
225/45ZR18 tires400No
Total Requested335066%
Total Not Requested170034%

Was this information useful?

We're glad we could help! Share this page:

We're so sorry! Tell us how we can improve it.

See TrueDelta's information for all Coupes
See TrueDelta's information for all Mazda models.