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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: $34,180

Chevrolet Malibu Premier   
Difference: $12,915

Lowest Total Invoice: $32,732

Chevrolet Malibu Premier   
Difference: $10,913

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20122017
ModelPathfinderMalibu
TrimLEPremier
Body4dr SUV4dr Sedan
Base Price $40,240 $30,975
Base Invoice $37,264 $29,736
Floor mats 200  
Value Package 2,100  
5.6L V8 1,530  
4WD w/low range 2,200  
Sun and Wheels Package   2,270
Cargo net   60
Floor mats 163  
Value Package 1,943  
5.6L V8 1,415  
4WD w/low range 2,035  
Sun and Wheels Package   2,066
Cargo net   55
Options (change) 6,030 2,330
Options (change) 5,556 2,121
Destination 825 875
Total Price $47,095 $34,180
Total Invoice $43,645 $32,732

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Nissan Pathfinder vs. Chevrolet Malibu

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Chevrolet Malibu Premier
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $8,900
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $7,192
Model Year20122017
ModelPathfinderMalibu
TrimLEPremier
Body4dr SUV4dr Sedan
Engine310hp V8250hp I4
TransmissionT5T9
Drivetrain4WD w/4LFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)13/18 MPG22/33 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 10?, 9
Tire (rear if not all the same)265/60-18245/40-19
Total Price$47,095$34,180
Adjustments for Features-4,0150
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$43,080$34,180
Total Invoice$43,645$32,732
Adjustments for Features-3,7210
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$39,924$32,732

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Features Comparison: Nissan Pathfinder vs. Chevrolet Malibu

Model Year20122017
ModelPathfinderMalibu
TrimLEPremier
Body4dr SUV4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
5-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1000 
9-speed manually-shiftable automatic $1400
4WD w/low range$2200 
FWD $0
Accessories 
AC power outlet $100
Power-adjustable pedals$125 
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
Full-size spare tire$225 
Knee airbag, driver $75
Knee airbag, passenger $75
Rear side airbags $300
Safety key $5
Side curtain airbags $350
Side curtain airbags, three rows$500 
Vehicle health reports $0
Cargo Management 
Class IV trailer hitch$300 
Liftglass or two-piece tailgate$150 
Overhead sunglass holder$25 
Roof rack$300 
Storage compartment under second row seats$50 
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 
Bodyside moldings$75 
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) $25
Deep-tinted rear windows$275 
Laminated front side windows $200
Panoramic sunroof $1200
Rear bumper protector$40 
Running boards$350 
Skid plate (one)$50 
Sunroof$900 
Tow hook(s), front$40 
Infotainment 
4G LTE connectivity $0
Android Auto support $100
App support $0
Apple CarPlay support $100
Bluetooth audio streaming $25
CD changer, in-dash$325 
Entertainment system, ceiling-mounted$1000 
Media drive$15 
MP3-compatible player$50 
SD Card slot$25 
SMS text-to-speech reader $25
Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation $225
Traffic information$25 
USB port $25
Voice control for external devices $0
Wi-Fi hotspot $50
Wireless charging station $75
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Fog lights$125 
Interior ambient lighting $150
Turn signals on or near mirrors $25
Seats and Interior Trim 
Cooled or ventilated front seats $300
Door sill trim plates $100
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 
Alloy wheels $350
Machined alloy wheels$350 
Total Value of Features$10,170$6,155
Value of Feature Adjustments$4,015$0
Value of Feature Adjustments-3,7210

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Specifications Comparison: Nissan Pathfinder vs. Chevrolet Malibu

Model Year20122017
ModelPathfinderMalibu
Body4dr SUV4dr Sedan
Wheelbase112.2 in111.4 in
Length192.3 in193.8 in
Width72.8 in73.0 in
Height72.0 in57.7 in
Curb Weight5,020 lb.3,388 lb.
Fuel Capacity21.1 gal.13.0 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 Headroom40.0 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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Option Package Details
Nissan Pathfinder LE

Value Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Entertainment system, ceiling-mounted1000No
Sunroof900Yes
Total Requested90047%
Total Not Requested100053%

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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