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Subaru BRZ vs. Chevrolet Malibu Price Comparison (MSRP)

The sticker prices, before adjusting for remaining feature differences. Usually these are the numbers you will see on the window stickers.

Models in short supply often sell at or even above these prices.

Subaru BRZ vs. Chevrolet Malibu Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $28,265

Subaru BRZ Limited   
Difference: $1,095

Lowest Total Invoice: $26,882

Subaru BRZ Limited   
Difference: $905

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20132012
ModelBRZMalibu
TrimLimitedLTZ
Body2dr Coupe4dr Sedan
Base Price $27,495 $28,600
Base Invoice $26,112 $27,027
Options (change) 0 0
Options (change) 0 0
Destination 770 760
Total Price $28,265 $29,360
Total Invoice $26,882 $27,787

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Subaru BRZ vs. Chevrolet Malibu

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Chevrolet Malibu LTZ
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $445
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $552
Model Year20132012
ModelBRZMalibu
TrimLimitedLTZ
Body2dr Coupe4dr Sedan
Engine200hp H4169hp I4
TransmissionM6T6
DrivetrainRWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)196, 8?, 8
Tire (rear if not all the same)215/45-17225/50-18
Total Price$28,265$29,360
Adjustments for Features0-1,540
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$28,265$27,820
Total Invoice$26,882$27,787
Adjustments for Features0-1,457
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$26,882$26,330

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Features Comparison: Subaru BRZ vs. Chevrolet Malibu

Model Year20132012
ModelBRZMalibu
TrimLimitedLTZ
Body2dr Coupe4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manual$150 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic $1100
RWD$0 
FWD $0
Accessories 
AC power outlet $100
Power rear side windows $200
Proximity key$250 
Remote start $150
Cargo Management 
Cargo mat $40
Climate Control 
Dual-zone climate control$125 
Interior air filter$0 
Drivetrain 
Limited-slip rear differential$300 
Exterior 
Bodyside moldings $75
Laminated front side windows $200
Rear spoiler$200 
Sunroof $900
Infotainment 
Bluetooth audio streaming$25 
HD radio$50 
Navigation system$600 
SMS text-to-speech reader$25 
Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation $225
Traffic information$25 
Voice control for nav and audio$100 
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Auto-dimming rearview mirror $150
Compass $0
Interior ambient lighting $150
Trip computer$150 
Xenon HID headlights$500 
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), front row $75
Manual height adjuster, driver seat$50 
Metal pedals$75 
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat $100
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat $100
Power height adjuster, driver seat $100
Power height adjuster, passenger seat $100
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat $100
Power recliner, driver seat $100
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat $100
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat $100
Synthetic suede inserts in leather seating surfaces$0 
Total Value of Features$2,625$4,165
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$1,540
Value of Feature Adjustments0-1,457

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Specifications Comparison: Subaru BRZ vs. Chevrolet Malibu

Model Year20132012
ModelBRZMalibu
Body2dr Coupe4dr Sedan
Wheelbase101.2 in112.3 in
Length166.7 in191.8 in
Width69.9 in70.3 in
Height50.6 in57.1 in
Curb Weight2,763 lb.3,416 lb.
Fuel Capacity13.2 gal.16.0 gal.
Row 1 Headroom37.1 in39.4 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room54.5 in55.9 in
Row 1 Hip Room53.1 in53.0 in
Row 1 Legroom41.9 in42.2 in
Row 2 Headroom35.0 in37.2 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room51.7 in53.9 in
Row 2 Hip Room45.3 in52.1 in
Row 2 Legroom29.9 in37.6 in
Cargo Volume6.9 ft315.1 ft3

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