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Pontiac Torrent vs. Chevrolet Malibu Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Pontiac Torrent vs. Chevrolet Malibu Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $32,415

Pontiac Torrent GXP   
Difference: $1,870

Lowest Total Invoice: $30,112

Pontiac Torrent GXP   
Difference: $2,715

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20092018
ModelTorrentMalibu
TrimGXPPremier
Body4dr SUV4dr Sedan
Base Price $29,420 $30,975
Base Invoice $27,508 $29,736
Sun and Sound Package 1,580  
Leather seating surfaces 595  
Bluetooth cell phone link 50  
Engine-block heater 75 100
Sun and Wheels Package   2,270
Cargo net   65
Sun and Sound Package 1,311  
Leather seating surfaces 494  
Bluetooth cell phone link 42  
Engine-block heater 62 91
Sun and Wheels Package   2,066
Cargo net   59
Options (change) 2,300 2,435
Options (change) 1,909 2,216
Destination 695 875
Total Price $32,415 $34,285
Total Invoice $30,112 $32,827

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Pontiac Torrent vs. Chevrolet Malibu

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Chevrolet Malibu Premier
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $2,165
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $1,148
Model Year20092018
ModelTorrentMalibu
TrimGXPPremier
Body4dr SUV4dr Sedan
Engine264hp V6250hp I4
TransmissionT6T9
DrivetrainFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)16/24 MPG22/32 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)260, 7?, 9
Tire (rear if not all the same)235/50-18245/40-19
Total Price$32,415$34,285
Adjustments for Features0-4,035
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$32,415$30,250
Total Invoice$30,112$32,827
Adjustments for Features0-3,863
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$30,112$28,964

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Features Comparison: Pontiac Torrent vs. Chevrolet Malibu

Model Year20092018
ModelTorrentMalibu
TrimGXPPremier
Body4dr SUV4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1100 
9-speed manually-shiftable automatic $1400
FWD$0$0
Accessories 
AC power outlet $100
Heated steering wheel $100
Proximity key $250
Remote app $25
Remote keyless entry $225
Remote keyless entry, extended range$225 
Tilt steering wheel, manual$150 
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual $250
Universal garage door opener $100
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Brake assist $50
Front side airbags $350
Knee airbag, driver $75
Knee airbag, passenger $75
Rear side airbags $300
Rearview camera $200
Rollover sensor $50
Safety key $5
Temporary spare tire$150 
Vehicle health reports $0
Cargo Management 
Cargo mat $40
Purse holder$0 
Climate Control 
Automatic climate control, front $200
Dual-zone climate control $125
Interior air filter $0
Rear air vents $100
Rear wiper$175 
Exterior 
Bodyside moldings$75 
Deep-tinted rear windows$275 
Laminated front side windows $200
Panoramic sunroof $1200
Rear bumper protector$40 
Rear spoiler$200 
Sunroof$900 
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 
MP3-compatible player$50 
Navigation system $600
SMS text-to-speech reader $25
Telematics service, such as OnStar$200 
Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation $225
USB port $25
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 
Fog lights$125 
Heated mirrors $25
Illuminated visor mirror, driver $50
Illuminated visor mirror, passenger $50
Interior ambient lighting $150
Turn signals on or near mirrors $25
Visor mirror, driver$10 
Visor mirror, passenger$10 
Seats and Interior Trim 
Cooled or ventilated front seats $300
Door sill trim plates $100
Manual fore-aft adjuster, second row seats$75 
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat$50 
Manual recliner, second row seats$75 
Memory system, driver seat $200
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat $100
Power height adjuster, passenger seat $100
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat $100
Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat $100
Power recliner, driver seat $100
Power recliner, passenger seat $100
Upgraded floor mats $0
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Alloy wheels $350
Performance steering system (optional)$0 
Polished alloy wheels$350 
Sport suspension (upgrade)$0 
Total Value of Features$4,560$8,595
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$4,035
Value of Feature Adjustments0-3,863

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Specifications Comparison: Pontiac Torrent vs. Chevrolet Malibu

Model Year20092018
ModelTorrentMalibu
Body4dr SUV4dr Sedan
Wheelbase112.5 in111.4 in
Length188.8 in193.8 in
Width71.4 in73.0 in
Height69.3 in57.7 in
Curb Weight3,919 lb.3,388 lb.
Fuel Capacity16.6 gal.15.8 gal.
Row 1 Headroom40.9 in39.1 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room55.7 in58.5 in
Row 1 Hip Room51.1 in54.1 in
Row 1 Legroom41.2 in42.0 in
Row 2 Headroom40.1 in37.5 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room55.9 in57.1 in
Row 2 Hip Room52.3 in53.4 in
Row 2 Legroom40.2 in38.1 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum
35.2 ft315.8 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum
68.6 ft315.8 ft3

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Option Package Details
Pontiac Torrent GXP

Sun and Sound Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Sunroof900Yes
CD changer, in-dash200No
Pioneer, 260W, 7 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Total Requested90062%
Total Not Requested55038%

Option Package Details
Chevrolet Malibu Premier

Sun and Wheels Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Universal garage door opener100No
Panoramic sunroof1200No
245/40R19 tires400No
Upgraded floor mats0No
Total Requested00%
Total Not Requested1700100%

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