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Porsche Cayman vs. Chevrolet Malibu Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Porsche Cayman vs. Chevrolet Malibu Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $34,500

Chevrolet Malibu Premier   
Difference: $35,965

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20162016201620162018
ModelCaymanCaymanCaymanCaymanMalibu
TrimBaseBlack EditionSGTSPremier
Body2dr Hatch2dr Hatch2dr Hatch2dr Hatch4dr Sedan
Base Price $52,600 $59,200 $64,100 $75,200 $30,975
Premium Package Plus 3,620   2,950 1,965  
Power sport seats 2,320 2,320 2,320    
Infotainment Package 3,990   3,990 3,990  
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed 2,170 2,170 2,170 2,170  
Metallic paint (extra cost) 710 710 710 710  
Audio controls on steering wheel 615 365 615 165  
Rearview camera 1,515 655 1,515 1,515  
Illuminated door sill trim plates 825   825 825 395
Auto-dimming headlights 520 520 520 520  
Voice control for nav and audio 520 520 520 520  
Heated steering wheel 270 270 270 270  
Proximity key   790      
App support   210      
Satellite radio   670      
Interior ambient lighting   340      
Cooled or ventilated front seats   730   730  
Bose 505W 10 speakers     0    
Adaptive sport seats plus       3,025  
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)       650  
Driver Confidence Package         1,195
Driver Confidence Package II         995
Cargo net         65
Premium Package Plus 0   0 0  
Power sport seats 0 0 0    
Infotainment Package 0   0 0  
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed 0 0 0 0  
Metallic paint (extra cost) 0 0 0 0  
Audio controls on steering wheel 0 0 0 0  
Rearview camera 0 0 0 0  
Illuminated door sill trim plates 0   0 0 359
Auto-dimming headlights 0 0 0 0  
Voice control for nav and audio 0 0 0 0  
Heated steering wheel 0 0 0 0  
Proximity key   0      
App support   0      
Satellite radio   0      
Interior ambient lighting   0      
Cooled or ventilated front seats   0   0  
Bose 505W 10 speakers     0    
Adaptive sport seats plus       0  
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)       0  
Driver Confidence Package         1,087
Driver Confidence Package II         905
Cargo net         59
Options (change) 17,075 10,270 16,405 17,055 2,650
Options (change) 0 0 0 0 2,410
Destination 995 995 995 995 875
Total Price $70,670 $70,465 $81,500 $93,250 $34,500

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Porsche Cayman vs. Chevrolet Malibu

Lowest Adjusted Price: Chevrolet Malibu Premier
Lowest Adjusted Invoice: Porsche Cayman GTS
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $38,415
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $29,725
Model Year20162016201620162018
ModelCaymanCaymanCaymanCaymanMalibu
TrimBaseBlack EditionSGTSPremier
Body2dr Hatch2dr Hatch2dr Hatch2dr Hatch4dr Sedan
Engine275hp H6275hp H6325hp H6340hp H6250hp I4
TransmissionM6M6M6M6T9
DrivetrainRWDRWDRWDRWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)235, 9235, 9445, 10445, 10?, 9
Tire (rear if not all the same)235/45-18235/35-20235/40-19235/35-20245/45-18
Total Price$70,670$70,465$81,500$93,250$34,500
Adjustments for Features-1500-650-4,125-2,450
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$70,520$70,465$80,850$89,125$32,050
Cost Above Minimum$55$0$10,385$18,660$0

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Features Comparison: Porsche Cayman vs. Chevrolet Malibu

Model Year20162016201620162018
ModelCaymanCaymanCaymanCaymanMalibu
TrimBaseBlack EditionSGTSPremier
Body2dr Hatch2dr Hatch2dr Hatch2dr Hatch4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manual$150$150$150$150 
9-speed manually-shiftable automatic    $1400
RWD$0$0$0$0 
FWD    $0
Accessories 
AC power outlet    $100
Power rear side windows    $200
Remote app    $25
Remote start    $150
Semi-automated parking system    $500
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual    $250
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power$350$350$350$350 
Universal garage door opener$100$100$100$100 
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Automatic braking, low-speed    $200
Blind spot warning system    $200
Cross-traffic warning, rear    $100
Following distance indicator    $25
Lane departure prevention, steering-based    $200
Lane departure warning    $200
Pedestrian detection    $50
Rear side airbags    $300
Rollover sensor    $50
Safety key    $5
Vehicle health reports    $0
Cargo Management 
Cargo mat    $40
Climate Control 
Automatic air recirculation$100$100$100$100 
Heated windshield washer nozzles$15$15$15$15 
Rain-sensing wipers$175$175$175$175 
Rear air vents    $100
Residual heat$50$50$50$50 
Variable intermittent wipers    $75
Water-repellent front-door glass$15$15$15$15 
Drivetrain 
Electronically-variable engine mounts (performance-oriented)   $500 
Engine / Motor 
Automatic start / stop$150$150$150$150 
Dual-mode exhaust, switchable   $500 
Mid-engine configuration$0$0$0$0 
Regenerative braking$0$0$0$0 
Exterior 
Black exterior trim (optional)   $0 
Laminated front side windows    $200
Painted brake calipers (optional)  $0$0 
Retractable rear spoiler$400$400$400$400 
Infotainment 
4G LTE connectivity    $0
Android Auto support    $100
Apple CarPlay support    $100
CD player$125$125$125$125 
DVD-Audio-compatible player$0$0$0$0 
HD radio$50 $50$50 
Media drive$15$15$15$15 
MP3-compatible player$50$50$50$50 
Off-road navigation system$0$0$0$0 
SMS text-to-speech reader    $25
Surround sound  $250$250 
Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation    $225
Traffic information$25$25$25$25 
Voice control for external devices    $0
Wi-Fi hotspot    $50
Wireless charging station    $75
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror$75$75$75$75 
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror$75$75$75$75 
Chronometer   $100 
Compass    $0
Fog light, rear$100$100$100$100 
Fog lights$125$125$125  
Headlight washers$50$50$50$50 
Performance meter   $150 
Steering-linked headlights$150$150$150$150 
Turn signals on or near mirrors    $25
Xenon HID headlights$500$500$500$500 
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row    $50
Door sill trim plates $100   
Folding second row seats    $300
Illuminated door sill trim plates$200 $200$200$200
Leather door panel trim  $250  
Metal pedals$75$75$75$75 
No leather in second row$-300$-300$-300$-300 
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat$150$150$150$150 
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat$150$150$150$150 
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat    $100
Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat    $100
Power seatback bolsters, driver seat   $100 
Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat   $100 
Power thigh bolsters, driver seat   $100 
Power thigh bolsters, passenger seat   $100 
Power thigh support length adjuster, driver seat$100$100$100$100 
Power thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat$100$100$100$100 
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat$100$100$100$100 
Synthetic suede door panel trim   $250 
Synthetic suede headliner   $650 
Upholstered instrument panel, leather   $1000 
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Electronic systems calibration selector   $200 
Transmission 
Launch control   $100 
Total Value of Features$3,420$3,270$3,920$7,395$5,720
Value of Feature Adjustments$150$0$650$4,125$2,450
Value of Feature Adjustments-20-8-44-2,345

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Specifications Comparison: Porsche Cayman vs. Chevrolet Malibu

Model Year20162018
ModelCaymanMalibu
Body2dr Hatch4dr Sedan
Wheelbase97.4 in111.4 in
Length172.4 in193.8 in
Width70.9 in73.0 in
Height50.9 in57.7 in
Curb Weight2,889 lb.3,087 lb.
Fuel Capacity16.9 gal.15.8 gal.
Row 1 Headroom0.0 in39.1 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room0.0 in58.5 in
Row 1 Hip Room0.0 in54.1 in
Row 1 Legroom0.0 in42.0 in
Row 2 Headroom0.0 in37.5 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room0.0 in57.1 in
Row 2 Hip Room0.0 in53.4 in
Row 2 Legroom0.0 in38.1 in
Cargo Volume15.0 ft315.8 ft3

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Option Package Details
Porsche Cayman

Premium Package Plus
FeatureValueRequested?
Cooled or ventilated front seats300Yes
Proximity key250Yes
Interior ambient lighting150Yes
Automatic climate control, front200Yes
Heated front seats200Yes
Dual-zone climate control125Yes
Residual heat50No
Automatic air recirculation100No
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Rain-sensing wipers100No
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror75No
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror75No
Steering-linked headlights150No
Xenon HID headlights500No
Headlight washers50No
Total Requested137556%
Total Not Requested110044%
Power sport seats
FeatureValueRequested?
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power100No
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power height adjuster, driver seat50Yes
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat150No
Power thigh support adjuster, driver seat100No
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat150No
Power thigh support adjuster, passenger seat100No
Memory system, driver seat200Yes
Power height adjuster, passenger seat50Yes
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat100No
Total Requested60046%
Total Not Requested70054%
Infotainment Package
FeatureValueRequested?
App support0Yes
Navigation system600Yes
DVD-Audio-compatible player0No
Traffic information25No
Off-road navigation system0No
Media drive15No
USB port25Yes
Satellite radio200Yes
HD radio50No
Unbranded, 235W, 9 speakers350No
Total Requested82565%
Total Not Requested44035%

Option Package Details
Porsche Cayman Black Edition

Power sport seats
FeatureValueRequested?
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power100No
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power height adjuster, driver seat50Yes
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat150No
Power thigh support adjuster, driver seat100No
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat150No
Power thigh support adjuster, passenger seat100No
Memory system, driver seat200Yes
Power height adjuster, passenger seat50Yes
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat100No
Total Requested60046%
Total Not Requested70054%

Option Package Details
Porsche Cayman S

Premium Package Plus
FeatureValueRequested?
Cooled or ventilated front seats300Yes
Proximity key250Yes
Interior ambient lighting150Yes
Automatic climate control, front200Yes
Heated front seats200Yes
Dual-zone climate control125Yes
Residual heat50No
Automatic air recirculation100No
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Rain-sensing wipers100No
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror75No
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror75No
Steering-linked headlights150No
Headlight washers50No
Total Requested137570%
Total Not Requested60030%
Power sport seats
FeatureValueRequested?
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power100No
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power height adjuster, driver seat50Yes
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat150No
Power thigh support adjuster, driver seat100No
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat150No
Power thigh support adjuster, passenger seat100No
Memory system, driver seat200Yes
Power height adjuster, passenger seat50Yes
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat100No
Total Requested60046%
Total Not Requested70054%
Infotainment Package
FeatureValueRequested?
App support0Yes
Navigation system600Yes
DVD-Audio-compatible player0No
Traffic information25No
Off-road navigation system0No
Media drive15No
USB port25Yes
Satellite radio200Yes
HD radio50No
Total Requested82590%
Total Not Requested9010%

Option Package Details
Porsche Cayman GTS

Premium Package Plus
FeatureValueRequested?
Proximity key250Yes
Interior ambient lighting150Yes
Automatic climate control, front200Yes
Heated front seats200Yes
Dual-zone climate control125Yes
Residual heat50No
Automatic air recirculation100No
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Rain-sensing wipers100No
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror75No
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror75No
Total Requested107573%
Total Not Requested40027%
Adaptive sport seats plus
FeatureValueRequested?
Power thigh bolsters, driver seat100No
Power seatback bolsters, driver seat100No
Power thigh bolsters, passenger seat100No
Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat100No
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power100No
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power height adjuster, driver seat50Yes
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat150No
Power thigh support adjuster, driver seat100No
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat150No
Power thigh support adjuster, passenger seat100No
Memory system, driver seat200Yes
Power height adjuster, passenger seat50Yes
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat100No
Total Requested60035%
Total Not Requested110065%
Infotainment Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Surround sound250No
Performance meter150No
App support0Yes
Bose, 445W, 10 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Navigation system600Yes
DVD-Audio-compatible player0No
Traffic information25No
Off-road navigation system0No
Media drive15No
USB port25Yes
Satellite radio200Yes
HD radio50No
Total Requested82550%
Total Not Requested84050%

Option Package Details
Chevrolet Malibu Premier

Driver Confidence Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Obstacle detection, front150Yes
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Auto-dimming headlights200Yes
Lane departure warning200No
Blind spot warning system200No
Cross-traffic warning, rear100No
Automatic braking, low-speed200No
Forward collision warning200Yes
Lane departure prevention, steering-based200No
Pedestrian detection50No
Following distance indicator25No
Total Requested80045%
Total Not Requested97555%
Driver Confidence Package II
FeatureValueRequested?
Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system0Yes
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed700Yes
Semi-automated parking system500No
Automatic braking, high-speed or partial200Yes
Total Requested90064%
Total Not Requested50036%

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