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Nissan Maxima vs. Chevrolet Malibu Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Nissan Maxima vs. Chevrolet Malibu Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $25,750

Chevrolet Malibu LTZ   
Difference: $7,270

Lowest Total Invoice: $24,206

Chevrolet Malibu LTZ   
Difference: $5,977

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year200820082007
ModelMaximaMaximaMalibu
TrimSESLLTZ
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $28,630 $30,880 $23,675
Base Invoice $26,229 $28,286 $22,373
Sensory Package 2,550    
Floor mats 175 175  
Sunroof 900 900 800
Chrome-plated alloy wheels 1,550    
Rear spoiler   370  
Satellite radio     325
CD changer, in-dash     300
Sensory Package 2,213    
Floor mats 131 131  
Sunroof 780 780 664
Chrome-plated alloy wheels 1,104    
Rear spoiler   291  
Satellite radio     270
CD changer, in-dash     249
Options (change) 5,175 1,445 1,425
Options (change) 4,228 1,202 1,183
Destination 695 695 650
Total Price $34,500 $33,020 $25,750
Total Invoice $31,152 $30,183 $24,206

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Nissan Maxima vs. Chevrolet Malibu

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Chevrolet Malibu LTZ
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $6,530
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $5,301
Model Year200820082007
ModelMaximaMaximaMalibu
TrimSESLLTZ
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine255hp V6255hp V6217hp V6
TransmissionCVT-6CVT-6T4
DrivetrainFWDFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)19/25 MPG19/25 MPG22/32 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)320, 8320, 8?, 6
Tire (rear if not all the same)245/45-18225/55-17225/50-17
Total Price$34,500$33,020$25,750
Adjustments for Features-840-7400
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$33,660$32,280$25,750
Cost Above Minimum$1,380$0$0
Total Invoice$31,152$30,183$24,206
Adjustments for Features-758-6760
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$30,394$29,507$24,206
Cost Above Minimum$887$0$0

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Features Comparison: Nissan Maxima vs. Chevrolet Malibu

Model Year200820082007
ModelMaximaMaximaMalibu
TrimSESLLTZ
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manually-shiftable CVT$1100$1100 
4-speed manually-shiftable automatic  $900
FWD$0$0$0
Accessories 
Power-adjustable pedals  $125
Proximity key$250$250 
Remote start  $150
Remote window/roof operation$15$15 
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats$0$0 
Brake assist$50$50 
Tire-pressure monitor$75$75 
Cargo Management 
Cargo mat$40$40 
Cargo net  $40
Overhead sunglass holder$25$25 
Climate Control 
Dual-zone climate control$125$125 
Interior air filter$0$0 
Rear air vents$100$100 
Exterior 
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)$25$25 
Infotainment 
Aux input$50$50 
MP3-compatible player$50$50 
Telematics service, such as OnStar  $200
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Cornering lights$50$50 
Seats and Interior Trim 
Aluminum trim$100  
Center armrest(s), second row$50$50 
Folding passenger seat  $150
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat$100$100 
Power recliner, driver seat$100$100 
Power recliner, passenger seat$100$100 
Synthetic suede inserts in leather seating surfaces  $0
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Alloy wheels $350 
Polished alloy wheels$350 $350
Sport suspension (upgrade)$0  
Total Value of Features$2,755$2,655$1,915
Value of Feature Adjustments$840$740$0
Value of Feature Adjustments-758-6760

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Specifications Comparison: Nissan Maxima vs. Chevrolet Malibu

Model Year20082007
ModelMaximaMalibu
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase111.2 in106.3 in
Length193.5 in188.3 in
Width71.7 in69.9 in
Height58.3 in57.5 in
Curb Weight3,579 lb.3,297 lb.
Fuel Capacity20.0 gal.16.3 gal.
Row 1 Headroom40.1 in39.6 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room57.9 in56.7 in
Row 1 Hip Room53.5 in53.2 in
Row 1 Legroom43.9 in41.9 in
Row 2 Headroom37.3 in37.6 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room56.5 in56.1 in
Row 2 Hip Room54.8 in52.4 in
Row 2 Legroom36.5 in38.5 in
Cargo Volume15.5 ft315.4 ft3

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Option Package Details
Nissan Maxima SE

Sensory Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Heated mirrors25Yes
Heated front seats200Yes
CD changer, in-dash200Yes
Power recliner, passenger seat100No
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat100No
Satellite radio200Yes
Compass0Yes
MP3-compatible player50No
Bose, 320W, 8 speakers350No
Total Requested152572%
Total Not Requested60028%

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