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Saab 9-3 vs. Chevrolet Malibu Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Saab 9-3 vs. Chevrolet Malibu Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $34,160

Saab 9-3 2.0T   
Difference: $830

Lowest Total Invoice: $32,063

Saab 9-3 2.0T   
Difference: $808

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20062015
Model9-3Malibu
Trim2.0TLTZ
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $25,900 $28,320
Base Invoice $24,434 $26,762
Premium Package 1,895 1,000
Metallic paint (extra cost) 550  
Navigation system 1,995 495
Sunroof 1,200  
Heated front seats 550  
5-speed shiftable automatic 1,350  
2.0L I4   2,160
Advanced Safety Package   890
Electronics and Entertainment Package   1,300
Premium Package 1,706 880
Metallic paint (extra cost) 495  
Navigation system 1,796 436
Sunroof 1,080  
Heated front seats 495  
5-speed shiftable automatic 1,337  
2.0L I4   2,041
Advanced Safety Package   783
Electronics and Entertainment Package   1,144
Options (change) 7,540 5,845
Options (change) 6,909 5,284
Destination 720 825
Total Price $34,160 $34,990
Total Invoice $32,063 $32,871

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Saab 9-3 vs. Chevrolet Malibu

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Chevrolet Malibu LTZ
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $2,295
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $2,128
Model Year20062015
Model9-3Malibu
Trim2.0TLTZ
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine210hp I4259hp I4
TransmissionT5T6
DrivetrainFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)22/31 MPG21/30 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)300, 10?, 9
Tire (rear if not all the same)215/55-16245/40-19
Total Price$34,160$34,990
Adjustments for Features0-3,125
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$34,160$31,865
Total Invoice$32,063$32,871
Adjustments for Features0-2,936
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$32,063$29,935

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Features Comparison: Saab 9-3 vs. Chevrolet Malibu

Model Year20062015
Model9-3Malibu
Trim2.0TLTZ
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
5-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1000 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic $1100
FWD$0$0
Accessories 
AC power outlet $100
Proximity key $250
Remote app $25
Remote start $150
Remote window/roof operation$15 
Universal garage door opener $100
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats$0 
Blind spot warning system $200
Cross-traffic warning, rear $100
Forward collision warning $200
Knee airbag, driver $75
Knee airbag, passenger $75
Lane departure warning $200
Rear side airbags $300
Rearview camera $200
Rollover sensor $50
Tire-pressure monitor $75
Vehicle health reports $0
Cargo Management 
Air-conditioned storage compartment$50 
Cargo net $40
Overhead sunglass holder $25
Rear seat pass-through$100 
Climate Control 
Rear air vents$100 
Exterior 
Bodyside moldings$75 
Laminated front side windows $200
Infotainment 
4G LTE connectivity $0
App support $0
Bluetooth audio streaming $25
Bluetooth cell phone link $100
CD changer, in-dash$325 
CD player $125
MP3-compatible player $50
Satellite radio $200
Siri Eyes Free support $0
SMS text-to-speech reader $25
Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation $225
Voice control for external devices $0
Voice control for nav and audio $100
Wi-Fi hotspot $50
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Auto-dimming rearview mirror $150
Automatic headlights $125
Automatic-off headlights$25 
Boost gauge$75 
Compass $0
Fog light, rear$100 
Headlight washers$50 
Seats and Interior Trim 
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat$50 
Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat$50 
Memory system, driver seat $200
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat $150
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat $150
Total Value of Features$2,015$5,140
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$3,125
Value of Feature Adjustments0-2,936

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See a complete comparison of Saab 9-3 vs. Chevrolet Malibu features.

Specifications Comparison: Saab 9-3 vs. Chevrolet Malibu

Model Year20062015
Model9-3Malibu
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase105.3 in107.8 in
Length182.5 in191.5 in
Width69.0 in73.0 in
Height56.8 in57.6 in
Curb Weight3,175 lb.3,635 lb.
Fuel Capacity16.4 gal.18.5 gal.
Row 1 Headroom38.9 in39.0 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room56.3 in57.5 in
Row 1 Hip Room0.0 in55.0 in
Row 1 Legroom42.3 in42.1 in
Row 2 Headroom37.0 in37.5 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room55.1 in57.1 in
Row 2 Hip Room0.0 in54.3 in
Row 2 Legroom35.1 in36.8 in
Cargo Volume15.0 ft316.3 ft3

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See a complete comparison of Saab 9-3 vs. Chevrolet Malibu specs.

Option Package Details
Saab 9-3 2.0T

Premium Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Remote window/roof operation15No
Unbranded, 300W, 10 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
CD changer, in-dash200No
Power recliner, passenger seat100Yes
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat50Yes
Fog lights125Yes
Xenon HID headlights500Yes
Power height adjuster, passenger seat50Yes
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Total Requested102564%
Total Not Requested56536%

Option Package Details
Chevrolet Malibu LTZ

Navigation system
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
Voice control for nav and audio75No
Speed limit information0No
Total Requested60089%
Total Not Requested7511%
turbocharged
2.0L I4
DOHC-4v
259 hp@5500
295 lb-ft@3000
FeatureValueRequested?
turbocharged
2.0L I4
DOHC-4v
259 hp@5500
295 lb-ft@3000		1000Yes
Sunroof900Yes
Total Requested1900100%
Total Not Requested00%
Premium Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Xenon HID headlights500Yes
Memory system, driver seat200No
Proximity key250No
Total Requested50053%
Total Not Requested45047%
Advanced Safety Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Lane departure warning system200No
Blind spot warning system200No
Rear cross-traffic detection100No
Forward collision warning200No
Total Requested00%
Total Not Requested700100%
Electronics and Entertainment Package
FeatureValueRequested?
245/40WR19 tires400No
Universal garage door opener100No
Rearview camera200No
AC power outlet100No
Mirror tilt-down in reverse25Yes
Pioneer, 9 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Total Requested252%
Total Not Requested115098%

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