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Nissan Sentra vs. Chevrolet Malibu Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Nissan Sentra vs. Chevrolet Malibu Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $26,085

Nissan Sentra SR Turbo   
Difference: $7,435

Lowest Total Invoice: $24,554

Nissan Sentra SR Turbo   
Difference: $7,574

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20172016
ModelSentraMalibu
TrimSR TurboPremier
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $21,990 $30,920
Base Invoice $20,892 $29,683
Premium Package 2,590  
Floor mats 200  
Cargo net 70 60
Illuminated door sill trim plates 350 395
Panoramic sunroof   1,270
Premium Package 2,293  
Floor mats 169  
Cargo net 49 55
Illuminated door sill trim plates 266 359
Panoramic sunroof   1,156
Options (change) 3,210 1,725
Options (change) 2,777 1,570
Destination 885 875
Total Price $26,085 $33,520
Total Invoice $24,554 $32,128

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Nissan Sentra vs. Chevrolet Malibu

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Nissan Sentra SR Turbo
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $4,780
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $5,029
Model Year20172016
ModelSentraMalibu
TrimSR TurboPremier
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine188hp I4250hp I4
TransmissionM6T8
DrivetrainFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)26/32 MPG22/32 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 8?, 9
Tire (rear if not all the same)205/50-17245/40-19
Total Price$26,085$33,520
Adjustments for Features0-2,655
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$26,085$30,865
Total Invoice$24,554$32,128
Adjustments for Features0-2,545
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$24,554$29,583

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Features Comparison: Nissan Sentra vs. Chevrolet Malibu

Model Year20172016
ModelSentraMalibu
TrimSR TurboPremier
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manual$150 
8-speed manually-shiftable automatic $1300
FWD$0$0
Accessories 
AC power outlet $100
Heated steering wheel $100
Remote app $25
Remote start $150
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Blind spot warning system$200 
Cross-traffic warning, rear$100 
Knee airbag, driver $75
Knee airbag, passenger $75
Rear side airbags $300
Rollover sensor $50
Safety key $5
Temporary spare tire$150 
Torque vectoring, brake-based$100 
Vehicle health reports $0
Cargo Management 
Overhead sunglass holder$25 
Climate Control 
Automatic climate control, front $200
Dual-zone climate control $125
Rear air vents $100
Exterior 
Body kit$0 
Laminated front side windows $200
Panoramic sunroof $1200
Rear spoiler$200 
Sunroof$900 
Infotainment 
4G LTE connectivity $0
Android Auto support $100
Apple CarPlay support $100
CD player$125 
MP3-compatible player$50 
Siri Eyes Free support$0 
Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation $225
Traffic + travel information$25 
Voice control for external devices $0
Wi-Fi hotspot $50
Wireless charging station $75
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Compass $0
Fog lights$125 
LED headlights, single projector or low beam only$750 
Seats and Interior Trim 
Cooled or ventilated front seats $300
Memory system, driver seat $200
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat $100
Power height adjuster, passenger seat $100
Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat $100
Power recliner, passenger seat $100
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat $100
Upgraded floor mats $0
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Performance steering system (optional)$0 
Sport suspension (upgrade)$0 
Total Value of Features$2,900$5,555
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$2,655
Value of Feature Adjustments0-2,545

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

Specifications Comparison: Nissan Sentra vs. Chevrolet Malibu

Model Year20172016
ModelSentraMalibu
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase106.3 in111.4 in
Length182.1 in193.8 in
Width69.3 in73.0 in
Height58.9 in57.7 in
Curb Weight3,009 lb.3,388 lb.
Fuel Capacity13.2 gal.13.0 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.4 in39.1 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room54.7 in58.5 in
Row 1 Hip Room50.9 in54.1 in
Row 1 Legroom42.5 in42.0 in
Row 2 Headroom36.7 in37.5 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room53.9 in57.1 in
Row 2 Hip Room50.1 in53.4 in
Row 2 Legroom37.4 in38.1 in
Cargo Volume15.1 ft315.8 ft3

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

Option Package Details
Nissan Sentra SR Turbo

Premium Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Bose, 8 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Illuminated visor mirror, driver40Yes
Illuminated visor mirror, passenger40Yes
Interior ambient lighting150Yes
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power height adjuster, driver seat50Yes
Power recliner, driver seat100Yes
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Universal garage door opener100Yes
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Navigation system600Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Blind spot warning system200No
Traffic + travel information25No
Rear cross-traffic detection100No
Total Requested243078%
Total Not Requested67522%

Option Package Details
Chevrolet Malibu Premier

Panoramic sunroof
FeatureValueRequested?
Panoramic sunroof1200No
Universal garage door opener100Yes
Upgraded floor mats0No
Total Requested1008%
Total Not Requested120092%

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