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Nissan Pathfinder vs. Chevrolet Malibu Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Nissan Pathfinder vs. Chevrolet Malibu Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $34,185

Chevrolet Malibu Premier   
Difference: $2,310

Lowest Total Invoice: $32,736

Chevrolet Malibu Premier   
Difference: $892

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20062018
ModelPathfinderMalibu
TrimLEPremier
Body4dr SUV4dr Sedan
Base Price $33,500 $30,975
Base Invoice $30,982 $29,736
Floor mats 240  
Navigation system 1,800  
Satellite radio 350  
Sun and Wheels Package   2,270
Cargo net   65
Floor mats 176  
Navigation system 1,561  
Satellite radio 304  
Sun and Wheels Package   2,066
Cargo net   59
Options (change) 2,390 2,335
Options (change) 2,041 2,125
Destination 605 875
Total Price $36,495 $34,185
Total Invoice $33,628 $32,736

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Nissan Pathfinder vs. Chevrolet Malibu

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Chevrolet Malibu Premier
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $2,515
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $1,088
Model Year20062018
ModelPathfinderMalibu
TrimLEPremier
Body4dr SUV4dr Sedan
Engine270hp V6250hp I4
TransmissionA5T9
DrivetrainRWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)16/23 MPG22/32 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 10?, 9
Tire (rear if not all the same)265/65-17245/40-19
Total Price$36,495$34,185
Adjustments for Features0-205
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$36,495$33,980
Total Invoice$33,628$32,736
Adjustments for Features0-196
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$33,628$32,540

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Features Comparison: Nissan Pathfinder vs. Chevrolet Malibu

Model Year20062018
ModelPathfinderMalibu
TrimLEPremier
Body4dr SUV4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
5-speed automatic$900 
9-speed manually-shiftable automatic $1400
RWD$0 
FWD $0
Accessories 
AC power outlet $100
Heated steering wheel $100
Power-adjustable pedals$125 
Proximity key $250
Remote app $25
Remote start $150
Tilt steering wheel, manual$150 
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual $250
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats$0 
Brake assist $50
Knee airbag, driver $75
Knee airbag, passenger $75
Rear side airbags $300
Rearview camera $200
Safety key $5
Side curtain airbags $350
Side curtain airbags, three rows$500 
Vehicle health reports $0
Cargo Management 
Class IV trailer hitch$300 
Overhead sunglass holder$25 
Roof rack$300 
Second-row under-floor storage$150 
Trailering equipment (7 wire)$150 
Climate Control 
Rear air vents $100
Rear air vents with manual controls$150 
Rear wiper$175 
Drivetrain 
Limited-slip rear differential$300 
Exterior 
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) $25
Deep-tinted rear windows$275 
Laminated front side windows $200
Panoramic sunroof $1200
Running boards$350 
Skid plates$150 
Sunroof$900 
Infotainment 
4G LTE connectivity $0
Android Auto support $100
App support $0
Apple CarPlay support $100
Aux input $50
Bluetooth audio streaming $25
Bluetooth cell phone link $100
CD changer, in-dash$325 
MP3-compatible player$50 
SMS text-to-speech reader $25
Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation $225
Voice control for external devices $0
Voice control for nav and audio $100
Wi-Fi hotspot $50
Wireless charging station $75
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Compass $0
Fog lights$125 
Turn signals on or near mirrors $25
Seats and Interior Trim 
Cooled or ventilated front seats $300
Folding third row seats$600 
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat$50 
Manual recliner, second row seats$75 
Power height adjuster, passenger seat $100
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat $100
Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat $100
Upgraded floor mats $0
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
White-letter tires$0 
Total Value of Features$6,125$6,330
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$205
Value of Feature Adjustments0-196

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

Specifications Comparison: Nissan Pathfinder vs. Chevrolet Malibu

Model Year20062018
ModelPathfinderMalibu
Body4dr SUV4dr Sedan
Wheelbase112.2 in111.4 in
Length187.6 in193.8 in
Width72.8 in73.0 in
Height72.4 in57.7 in
Curb Weight4,373 lb.3,388 lb.
Fuel Capacity21.1 gal.15.8 gal.
Row 1 Headroom40.0 in39.1 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room58.3 in58.5 in
Row 1 Hip Room55.5 in54.1 in
Row 1 Legroom42.4 in42.0 in
Row 2 Headroom39.9 in37.5 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room58.4 in57.1 in
Row 2 Hip Room57.6 in53.4 in
Row 2 Legroom34.2 in38.1 in
Row 3 Headroom36.7 in0.0 in
Row 3 Shoulder Room57.1 in0.0 in
Row 3 Hip Room44.0 in0.0 in
Row 3 Legroom28.1 in0.0 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum		16.5 ft315.8 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Behind R2		49.2 ft315.8 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum		79.2 ft315.8 ft3

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

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%

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