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Nissan Xterra vs. Chevrolet Malibu Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Nissan Xterra vs. Chevrolet Malibu Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $29,145

Chevrolet Malibu LTZ   
Difference: $1,280

Lowest Total Invoice: $27,587

Chevrolet Malibu LTZ   
Difference: $896

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year201020152015
ModelXterraMalibuMalibu
TrimSE2LTLTZ
Body4dr SUV4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $28,650 $25,595 $28,320
Base Invoice $26,868 $24,443 $26,762
Floor mats 115    
Portable navigation system 590    
iPod integration 270    
Leather Package   1,250  
Electronics and Entertainment Package   1,125  
Navigation system   495  
Floor mats 84    
Portable navigation system 501    
iPod integration 230    
Leather Package   1,100  
Electronics and Entertainment Package   990  
Navigation system   436  
Options (change) 975 2,870 0
Options (change) 815 2,526 0
Destination 800 825 825
Total Price $30,425 $29,290 $29,145
Total Invoice $28,483 $27,794 $27,587

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Nissan Xterra vs. Chevrolet Malibu

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Chevrolet Malibu 2LT
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $3,680
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $3,104
Model Year201020152015
ModelXterraMalibuMalibu
TrimSE2LTLTZ
Body4dr SUV4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine261hp V6196hp I4196hp I4
TransmissionA5T6T6
DrivetrainRWDFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)380, 9?, 9?, 6
Tire (rear if not all the same)265/65-17235/50-18215/60-16
Total Price$30,425$29,290$29,145
Adjustments for Features0-2,545-1,495
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$30,425$26,745$27,650
Cost Above Minimum$0$0$905
Total Invoice$28,483$27,794$27,587
Adjustments for Features0-2,415-1,415
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$28,483$25,379$26,172
Cost Above Minimum$0$0$793

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Features Comparison: Nissan Xterra vs. Chevrolet Malibu

Model Year201020152015
ModelXterraMalibuMalibu
TrimSE2LTLTZ
Body4dr SUV4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
5-speed automatic$900  
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic $1100$1100
RWD$0  
FWD $0$0
Accessories 
AC power outlet $100 
Remote app $25$25
Remote start $150$150
Tilt steering wheel, manual$150  
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual $250$250
Universal garage door opener $100 
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats$0  
Brake assist $50$50
Full-size spare tire$225  
Knee airbag, driver $75$75
Knee airbag, passenger $75$75
Rear side airbags $300$300
Rearview camera $200 
Temporary spare tire $150$150
Vehicle health reports $0$0
Cargo Management 
Aluminum roof rack$300  
Cargo area rails w/tie downs$50  
Small cargo box, roof-mounted$75  
Climate Control 
Automatic climate control, front $200$200
Dual-zone climate control $125$125
Rear wiper$175  
Engine / Motor 
Automatic start / stop $150$150
Exterior 
Bodyside moldings$75$75 
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)  $25
Deep-tinted rear windows$275  
Laminated front side windows $200$200
Rear bumper protector$40  
Skid plate (one)$50  
Tow hook(s), front$40  
Tubular side steps$350  
Infotainment 
4G LTE connectivity $0$0
App support $0$0
Bluetooth audio streaming $25$25
CD changer, in-dash$325  
CD player $125$125
iPod integration$100  
Navigation system $600 
Portable navigation system$400  
Siri Eyes Free support $0$0
SMS text-to-speech reader $25$25
Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation $225$225
USB port $25$25
Voice control for audio system  $25
Voice control for external devices $0$0
Voice control for nav and audio $100 
Wi-Fi hotspot $50$50
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Automatic headlights $125$125
Automatic-off headlights$25  
Heated mirrors $25$25
Interior ambient lighting $150$150
Mirror tilt-down in reverse $25 
Outside temperature display $50$50
Turn signals on or near mirrors $25$25
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row $50$50
Door sill trim plates  $100
Heated front seats $200$200
Manual height adjuster, driver seat$50  
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat$50  
Manual tilt adjuster, driver seat$50  
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat $150$150
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat $150$150
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat $100$100
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat $100$100
Power height adjuster, driver seat $100$100
Power height adjuster, passenger seat $100$100
Power recliner, driver seat $100$100
Power recliner, passenger seat $100$100
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat $100$100
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat $100$100
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
White-letter tires$0  
Total Value of Features$3,705$6,250$5,200
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$2,545$1,495
Value of Feature Adjustments0-2,415-1,415

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

Specifications Comparison: Nissan Xterra vs. Chevrolet Malibu

Model Year20102015
ModelXterraMalibu
Body4dr SUV4dr Sedan
Wheelbase106.3 in107.8 in
Length178.7 in191.5 in
Width72.8 in73.0 in
Height74.9 in57.6 in
Curb Weight4,151 lb.3,394 lb.
Fuel Capacity21.1 gal.18.5 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.9 in39.0 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room58.3 in57.5 in
Row 1 Hip Room55.9 in55.0 in
Row 1 Legroom42.4 in42.1 in
Row 2 Headroom39.3 in37.5 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room58.3 in57.1 in
Row 2 Hip Room46.1 in54.3 in
Row 2 Legroom34.4 in36.8 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum		35.2 ft316.3 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum		65.7 ft316.3 ft3

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

Option Package Details
Chevrolet Malibu 2LT

Navigation system
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600No
Voice control for nav and audio75No
Speed limit information0No
Total Requested00%
Total Not Requested675100%
Leather Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Heated front seats200No
Power recliner, passenger seat100No
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat100No
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat150No
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat100No
Total Requested90058%
Total Not Requested65042%
Electronics and Entertainment Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Cargo net40Yes
Bodyside moldings75Yes
Universal garage door opener100No
Rearview camera200No
AC power outlet100No
Mirror tilt-down in reverse25No
Pioneer, 9 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Total Requested26525%
Total Not Requested77575%

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