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Mercedes-Benz CLA vs. Chevrolet Malibu Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Mercedes-Benz CLA vs. Chevrolet Malibu Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $36,705

Chevrolet Malibu Premier   
Difference: $9,520

Lowest Total Invoice: $35,028

Chevrolet Malibu Premier   
Difference: $8,026

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year201620162018
ModelCLACLAMalibu
TrimCLA250AMG CLA45Premier
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $32,050 $49,500 $30,975
Base Invoice $29,807 $46,035 $29,736
Multimedia Package 2,480 2,480  
Premium Package 2,400 2,400  
Parktronic Package 970 970  
Driver Assistance Package 2,500 2,500  
Interior Package 1,650 1,650  
Power passenger seat 400    
Metallic paint (extra cost) 720 720  
Illuminated door sill trim plates 650 800 395
Sunroof, large 1,480 1,480  
Sun and Wheels Package     2,270
Driver Confidence Package     1,195
Driver Confidence Package II     995
Multimedia Package 2,306 2,306  
Premium Package 2,232 2,232  
Parktronic Package 902 902  
Driver Assistance Package 2,325 2,325  
Interior Package 1,535 1,535  
Power passenger seat 372    
Metallic paint (extra cost) 669 669  
Illuminated door sill trim plates 605 744 359
Sunroof, large 1,376 1,376  
Sun and Wheels Package     2,066
Driver Confidence Package     1,087
Driver Confidence Package II     905
Options (change) 13,250 13,000 4,855
Options (change) 12,322 12,089 4,417
Destination 925 925 875
Total Price $46,225 $63,425 $36,705
Total Invoice $43,054 $59,049 $35,028

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Mercedes-Benz CLA vs. Chevrolet Malibu

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Chevrolet Malibu Premier
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $9,335
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $7,854
Model Year201620162018
ModelCLACLAMalibu
TrimCLA250AMG CLA45Premier
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine208hp I4375hp I4250hp I4
TransmissionS7S7T9
DrivetrainFWDAWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)450, 12450, 12?, 9
Tire (rear if not all the same)225/45-17235/40-18245/40-19
Total Price$46,225$63,425$36,705
Adjustments for Features-185-3,4100
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$46,040$60,015$36,705
Cost Above Minimum$0$13,975$0
Total Invoice$43,054$59,049$35,028
Adjustments for Features-172-3,1750
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$42,882$55,874$35,028
Cost Above Minimum$0$12,992$0

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Features Comparison: Mercedes-Benz CLA vs. Chevrolet Malibu

Model Year201620162018
ModelCLACLAMalibu
TrimCLA250AMG CLA45Premier
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
7-speed automated manual$1200$1200 
9-speed manually-shiftable automatic  $1400
FWD$0 $0
AWD $1700 
Accessories 
AC power outlet  $100
Heated steering wheel  $100
Remote start  $150
Remote window/roof operation$15$15 
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Cross-traffic warning, rear  $100
Driver drowsiness monitor$150$150 
Following distance indicator  $25
Lane departure prevention, steering-based  $200
Pedestrian detection  $50
Rear side airbags  $300
Safety key  $5
Tires, run-flat$150$150 
Torque vectoring, brake-based $100 
Vehicle health reports  $0
Cargo Management 
Cargo mat  $40
Console with shifter $150$150
Console without shifter$150  
Overhead sunglass holder$25$25 
Climate Control 
Rain-sensing wipers$175$175 
Variable intermittent wipers  $75
Engine / Motor 
Automatic start / stop$150$150 
Dual-mode exhaust $250 
Exterior 
Body kit $0 
Front splitter spoiler $200 
Laminated front side windows  $200
Panoramic sunroof  $1200
Sunroof, large$1100$1100 
Infotainment 
4G LTE connectivity  $0
Android Auto support  $100
CD player$125$125 
DVD-compatible player$0$0 
HD radio$50$50 
In-vehicle Internet$150$150 
Media drive$15$15 
MP3-compatible player$50$50 
Navigation map updates, three years$0$0 
SD Card slot$25$25 
Surround sound$250$250 
Traffic + travel information$25$25 
Voice control for external devices  $0
Wireless charging station  $75
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror$75$75 
Auto-dimming headlights  $200
Chronometer $100 
Compass  $0
Fog light, rear$100$100 
Interior ambient lighting  $150
Interior ambient lighting, configurable$150$150 
Mirror tilt-down in reverse$25$25 
Xenon HID headlights $500 
Seats and Interior Trim 
Aluminum trim $100 
Cooled or ventilated front seats  $300
Manual thigh support length adjuster, driver seat $50 
Manual thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat $50 
Memory system, passenger seat$150$150 
Metal pedals $75 
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat$150$150 
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat$150$150 
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat  $100
Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat  $100
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat$100$100 
Upgraded floor mats  $0
Upholstered instrument panel$300$300 
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Electronic systems calibration selector$200$200 
Performance steering system (optional) $0 
Sport suspension (upgrade) $0 
Transmission 
Launch control $100 
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls$100$100 
Total Value of Features$5,305$8,530$5,120
Value of Feature Adjustments$185$3,410$0
Value of Feature Adjustments-172-3,1750

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Specifications Comparison: Mercedes-Benz CLA vs. Chevrolet Malibu

Model Year20162018
ModelCLAMalibu
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase106.3 in111.4 in
Length182.3 in193.8 in
Width70.0 in73.0 in
Height56.6 in57.7 in
Curb Weight3,263 lb.3,087 lb.
Fuel Capacity14.5 gal.15.8 gal.
Row 1 Headroom38.2 in39.1 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room56.0 in58.5 in
Row 1 Hip Room0.0 in54.1 in
Row 1 Legroom40.2 in42.0 in
Row 2 Headroom35.6 in37.5 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room53.2 in57.1 in
Row 2 Hip Room0.0 in53.4 in
Row 2 Legroom27.1 in38.1 in
Cargo Volume13.1 ft315.8 ft3

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Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz CLA CLA250

Multimedia Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Rearview camera200Yes
Smartphone integration0No
Wi-Fi hotspot50Yes
Apple CarPlay support100Yes
App support0Yes
Navigation map updates, three years0No
Media drive15No
Traffic + travel information25No
SD Card slot25No
In-vehicle Internet150No
Navigation system600Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Total Requested105083%
Total Not Requested21517%
Premium Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Heated front seats200Yes
Universal garage door opener100Yes
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Satellite radio200Yes
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror75No
Compass0No
Surround sound250No
Proximity key250Yes
Harman/Kardon, 450W, 12 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Total Requested90057%
Total Not Requested67543%
Parktronic Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Obstacle detection, front150Yes
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Parking guidance system - active500Yes
Total Requested900100%
Total Not Requested00%
Driver Assistance Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Lane departure warning system200Yes
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed700Yes
Blind spot warning system200Yes
Total Requested1100100%
Total Not Requested00%
Interior Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Remote window/roof operation15No
Upholstered instrument panel300No
Interior ambient lighting, configurable0No
Total Requested90074%
Total Not Requested31526%
Power passenger seat
FeatureValueRequested?
Power recliner, passenger seat100Yes
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat150No
Memory system, passenger seat150No
Power height adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat100No
Total Requested30043%
Total Not Requested40057%

Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz CLA AMG CLA45

Multimedia Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Rearview camera200Yes
Smartphone integration0No
Wi-Fi hotspot50Yes
Apple CarPlay support100Yes
App support0Yes
Navigation map updates, three years0No
Media drive15No
Traffic + travel information25No
SD Card slot25No
In-vehicle Internet150No
Navigation system600Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Total Requested105083%
Total Not Requested21517%
Premium Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Heated front seats200Yes
Universal garage door opener100Yes
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Satellite radio200Yes
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror75No
Compass0No
Surround sound250No
Proximity key250Yes
Harman/Kardon, 450W, 12 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Total Requested90057%
Total Not Requested67543%
Parktronic Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Obstacle detection, front150Yes
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Parking guidance system - active500Yes
Total Requested900100%
Total Not Requested00%
Driver Assistance Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Lane departure warning system200Yes
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed700Yes
Blind spot warning system200Yes
Total Requested1100100%
Total Not Requested00%
Interior Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Manual thigh support adjuster, driver seat50No
Manual thigh support adjuster, passenger seat50No
Remote window/roof operation15No
Upholstered instrument panel300No
Interior ambient lighting, configurable0No
Total Requested90068%
Total Not Requested41532%

Option Package Details
Chevrolet Malibu Premier

Sun and Wheels Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Universal garage door opener100Yes
Panoramic sunroof1200No
245/40R19 tires400No
Upgraded floor mats0No
Total Requested1006%
Total Not Requested160094%
Driver Confidence Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Obstacle detection, front150Yes
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Auto-dimming headlights200No
Lane departure warning200Yes
Blind spot warning system200Yes
Cross-traffic warning, rear100No
Automatic braking, low-speed200Yes
Forward collision warning200Yes
Lane departure prevention, steering-based200No
Pedestrian detection50No
Following distance indicator25No
Total Requested120068%
Total Not Requested57532%
Driver Confidence Package II
FeatureValueRequested?
Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system0Yes
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed700Yes
Semi-automated parking system500Yes
Automatic braking, high-speed or partial200Yes
Total Requested1400100%
Total Not Requested00%

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