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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: $24,915

Chevrolet Malibu SS   
Difference: $11,555

Lowest Total Invoice: $23,416

Chevrolet Malibu SS   
Difference: $9,971

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20122006
ModelMaximaMalibu
TrimSVSS
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $35,120 $22,865
Base Invoice $32,163 $21,608
Rear spoiler 375  
Floor mats 195  
CD changer, in-dash   300
Satellite radio   325
Sunroof   800
Rear spoiler 298  
Floor mats 146  
CD changer, in-dash   249
Satellite radio   270
Sunroof   664
Options (change) 570 1,425
Options (change) 444 1,183
Destination 780 625
Total Price $36,470 $24,915
Total Invoice $33,387 $23,416

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Nissan Maxima vs. Chevrolet Malibu

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Chevrolet Malibu SS
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $9,250
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $7,861
Model Year20122006
ModelMaximaMalibu
TrimSVSS
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine290hp V6240hp V6
TransmissionCVT-6T4
DrivetrainFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)19/26 MPG19/26 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 9?, 6
Tire (rear if not all the same)245/45-18225/50-18
Total Price$36,470$24,915
Adjustments for Features-2,3050
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$34,165$24,915
Total Invoice$33,387$23,416
Adjustments for Features-2,1100
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$31,277$23,416

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Features Comparison: Nissan Maxima vs. Chevrolet Malibu

Model Year20122006
ModelMaximaMalibu
TrimSVSS
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manually-shiftable CVT$1100 
4-speed manually-shiftable automatic $900
FWD$0$0
Accessories 
Power-adjustable pedals $125
Proximity key$250 
Remote start $150
Remote window/roof operation$15 
Universal garage door opener$100 
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats$0 
Brake assist$50 
Stability control$400 
Tire-pressure monitor$75 
Cargo Management 
Cargo mat$40 
Cargo net $40
Overhead sunglass holder$25 
Climate Control 
Dual-zone climate control$125 
Interior air filter$0 
Rear air vents$100 
Exterior 
Body kit $0
Bodyside moldings $75
Infotainment 
Aux input$50 
Bluetooth cell phone link$100 
MP3-compatible player$50 
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Auto-dimming rearview mirror$150 
Compass$0 
Illuminated visor mirror, passenger$50 
Turn signals on or near mirrors$25 
Visor mirror, passenger $10
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row$50 
Leather seating surfaces$900 
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat $50
Manual thigh support length adjuster, driver seat$50 
Partial leather seating sufaces $450
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat$100 
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat$100 
Power recliner, driver seat$100 
Power recliner, passenger seat$100 
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Alloy wheels$350 
Performance steering system (optional) $0
Polished alloy wheels $350
Sport suspension (upgrade) $0
Total Value of Features$4,455$2,150
Value of Feature Adjustments$2,305$0
Value of Feature Adjustments-2,1100

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Specifications Comparison: Nissan Maxima vs. Chevrolet Malibu

Model Year20122006
ModelMaximaMalibu
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase109.3 in106.3 in
Length190.6 in188.3 in
Width73.2 in69.9 in
Height57.8 in57.5 in
Curb Weight3,556 lb.3,315 lb.
Fuel Capacity20.0 gal.16.3 gal.
Row 1 Headroom38.5 in39.6 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room56.3 in56.7 in
Row 1 Hip Room53.4 in53.2 in
Row 1 Legroom43.8 in41.9 in
Row 2 Headroom36.4 in37.6 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room55.1 in56.1 in
Row 2 Hip Room53.9 in52.4 in
Row 2 Legroom34.6 in38.5 in
Cargo Volume14.2 ft315.4 ft3

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