Subaru BRZ Subaru BRZ 2016 Chevrolet Malibu Chevrolet Malibu 2012

We are 103,000+ car owners sharing real-world car information.

Join Us

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: $28,397

Subaru BRZ Limited   
Difference: $963

Lowest Total Invoice: $26,948

Subaru BRZ Limited   
Difference: $839

Calculate Payments

  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year201620162012
ModelBRZBRZMalibu
TrimLimitedSeries.HyperBlueLTZ
Body2dr Coupe2dr Coupe4dr Sedan
Base Price $27,395 $27,690 $28,600
Base Invoice $26,019 $26,293 $27,027
Auto-dimming rearview mirror 207 207  
Auto-dimming rearview mirror 134 134  
Options (change) 207 207 0
Options (change) 134 134 0
Destination 795 795 760
Total Price $28,397 $28,692 $29,360
Total Invoice $26,948 $27,222 $27,787

Return to top

While we strive for accuracy, the site is not error-free, and prices can change at any time.

Dealer Price Quotes

Want to find out how much dealers are willing to discount these cars?

Request free, no-obligation Subaru BRZ dealer quotes or Chevrolet Malibu dealer quotes from dealers using our car quote form.

The process is easy and takes just a minute or two. You'll receive price quotes from local approved dealers within 48 hours.

TrueDelta Value Comparison: Subaru BRZ vs. Chevrolet Malibu

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Chevrolet Malibu LTZ
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $927
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $950
Model Year201620162012
ModelBRZBRZMalibu
TrimLimitedSeries.HyperBlueLTZ
Body2dr Coupe2dr Coupe4dr Sedan
Engine200hp H4200hp H4169hp I4
TransmissionM6M6T6
DrivetrainRWDRWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)196, 8196, 8?, 8
Tire (rear if not all the same)215/45-17215/45-17225/50-18
Total Price$28,397$28,692$29,360
Adjustments for Features00-1,890
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$28,397$28,692$27,470
Cost Above Minimum$0$295$0
Total Invoice$26,948$27,222$27,787
Adjustments for Features00-1,789
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$26,948$27,222$25,998
Cost Above Minimum$0$274$0

Return to top

Features Comparison: Subaru BRZ vs. Chevrolet Malibu

Model Year201620162012
ModelBRZBRZMalibu
TrimLimitedSeries.HyperBlueLTZ
Body2dr Coupe2dr Coupe4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manual$150$150 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic  $1100
RWD$0$0 
FWD  $0
Accessories 
AC power outlet  $100
Power rear side windows  $200
Proximity key$250$250 
Remote start  $150
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Rearview camera$200$200 
Cargo Management 
Cargo mat  $40
Climate Control 
Dual-zone climate control$125$125 
Interior air filter$0$0 
Drivetrain 
Torque-sensing limited-slip rear differential$300$300 
Exterior 
Bodyside moldings  $75
Laminated front side windows  $200
Rear spoiler$200$200 
Sunroof  $900
Infotainment 
App support$0$0 
Bluetooth audio streaming$25$25 
HD radio$50$50 
SMS text-to-speech reader$25$25 
Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation  $225
Voice control for audio system$25$25 
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Interior ambient lighting  $150
Trip computer$150$150 
Xenon HID headlights$500$500 
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), front row  $75
Interior trim, special color $0 
Manual height adjuster, driver seat$50$50 
Metal pedals$75$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$0 
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Wheels, dark finish $0 
Total Value of Features$2,125$2,125$4,015
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$0$1,890
Value of Feature Adjustments00-1,789

Return to top

Specifications Comparison: Subaru BRZ vs. Chevrolet Malibu

Model Year20162012
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

Return to top

Was this information useful?

We're glad we could help! Share this page:

We're so sorry! Tell us how we can improve it.

See TrueDelta's information for all Coupes
See TrueDelta's information for all Subaru models.