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Nissan Altima vs. Chevrolet Malibu Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Nissan Altima vs. Chevrolet Malibu Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $30,470

Chevrolet Malibu LTZ   
Difference: $735

Lowest Total Invoice: $28,653

Nissan Altima 3.5 SR   
Difference: $153

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20122011
ModelAltimaMalibu
Trim3.5 SRLTZ
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $25,570 $27,165
Base Invoice $23,697 $25,806
Premium Package 2,130  
Sport Package 2,370  
Floor mats 180  
Door sill trim plates 175  
Temporary spare tire   100
Sunroof   850
3.6L V6   1,595
Premium Package 1,848  
Sport Package 2,056  
Floor mats 146  
Door sill trim plates 126  
Temporary spare tire   88
Sunroof   748
3.6L V6   1,404
Options (change) 4,855 2,545
Options (change) 4,176 2,240
Destination 780 760
Total Price $31,205 $30,470
Total Invoice $28,653 $28,806

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Nissan Altima vs. Chevrolet Malibu

Lowest Adjusted Price: Chevrolet Malibu LTZ
Lowest Adjusted Invoice: Nissan Altima 3.5 SR
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $20
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $810
Model Year20122011
ModelAltimaMalibu
Trim3.5 SRLTZ
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine270hp V6252hp V6
TransmissionCVT-6T6
DrivetrainFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)20/27 MPG17/26 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)264, 9?, 8
Tire (rear if not all the same)215/55-17225/50-18
Total Price$31,205$30,470
Adjustments for Features-7150
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$30,490$30,470
Total Invoice$28,653$28,806
Adjustments for Features-6570
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$27,996$28,806

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Features Comparison: Nissan Altima vs. Chevrolet Malibu

Model Year20122011
ModelAltimaMalibu
Trim3.5 SRLTZ
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manually-shiftable CVT$1100 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic $1100
FWD$0$0
Accessories 
AC power outlet $100
Proximity key$250 
Remote start $150
Remote window/roof operation$15 
Sunshade, rear $125
Universal garage door opener$100 
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats$0 
Rearview camera$200 
Cargo Management 
Overhead sunglass holder$25 
Climate Control 
Dual-zone climate control$125 
Interior air filter$0 
Rear air vents$100 
Exterior 
Bodyside moldings$75 
Laminated front side windows $200
Rear spoiler$200 
Infotainment 
Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation $225
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Trip computer$150 
Turn signals on or near mirrors$25 
Xenon HID headlights$500 
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row$50 
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat $100
Power height adjuster, passenger seat $100
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat $100
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Performance steering system (optional) $0
Sport suspension (upgrade)$0 
Total Value of Features$2,915$2,200
Value of Feature Adjustments$715$0
Value of Feature Adjustments-6570

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See a complete comparison of Nissan Altima vs. Chevrolet Malibu features.

Specifications Comparison: Nissan Altima vs. Chevrolet Malibu

Model Year20122011
ModelAltimaMalibu
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase109.3 in112.3 in
Length190.7 in191.8 in
Width70.7 in70.3 in
Height57.9 in57.1 in
Curb Weight3,357 lb.3,645 lb.
Fuel Capacity20.0 gal.16.0 gal.
Row 1 Headroom40.6 in39.4 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room55.7 in55.9 in
Row 1 Hip Room56.8 in53.0 in
Row 1 Legroom44.1 in42.2 in
Row 2 Headroom36.8 in37.2 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room55.5 in53.9 in
Row 2 Hip Room52.5 in52.1 in
Row 2 Legroom35.8 in37.6 in
Cargo Volume15.3 ft315.1 ft3

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See a complete comparison of Nissan Altima vs. Chevrolet Malibu specs.

Option Package Details
Nissan Altima 3.5 SR

Premium Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat50Yes
Rear air vents100No
Interior ambient lighting150Yes
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Heated front seats200Yes
Universal garage door opener100No
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Compass0Yes
USB port25Yes
Satellite radio200Yes
Rearview camera200No
MP3-compatible player50Yes
Bose, 264W, 9 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Total Requested172570%
Total Not Requested75030%
Sport Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Fog lights125Yes
Xenon HID headlights500No
Rear spoiler200No
Automatic climate control, front200Yes
Sunroof900Yes
Dual-zone climate control125No
Total Requested122560%
Total Not Requested82540%

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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