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Subaru BRZ vs. Chevrolet Malibu Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Subaru BRZ vs. Chevrolet Malibu Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $28,375

Chevrolet Malibu LT   
Difference: $22

Lowest Total Invoice: $26,948

Subaru BRZ Limited   
Difference: $207

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20162016201820182018
ModelBRZBRZMalibuMalibuMalibu
TrimLimitedSeries.HyperBlueLTPremierHybrid
Body2dr Coupe2dr Coupe4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $27,395 $27,690 $25,125 $30,975 $27,875
Base Invoice $26,019 $26,293 $24,120 $29,736 $26,760
Auto-dimming rearview mirror 207 207      
Convenience and Technology Package     895   895
Leather Package     1,395   1,395
Door sill trim plates     85   85
Driver Confidence Package         1,195
Navigation system         495
Auto-dimming rearview mirror 134 134      
Convenience and Technology Package     814   814
Leather Package     1,269   1,269
Door sill trim plates     77   77
Driver Confidence Package         1,087
Navigation system         450
Options (change) 207 207 2,375 0 4,065
Options (change) 134 134 2,160 0 3,697
Destination 795 795 875 875 875
Total Price $28,397 $28,692 $28,375 $31,850 $32,815
Total Invoice $26,948 $27,222 $27,155 $30,611 $31,332

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Subaru BRZ vs. Chevrolet Malibu

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Chevrolet Malibu LT
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $2,327
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $1,999
Model Year20162016201820182018
ModelBRZBRZMalibuMalibuMalibu
TrimLimitedSeries.HyperBlueLTPremierHybrid
Body2dr Coupe2dr Coupe4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine200hp H4200hp H4163hp I4250hp I4122hp I4 H
TransmissionM6M6T6T9CVT
DrivetrainRWDRWDFWDFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)196, 8196, 8?, 9?, 9?, 9
Tire (rear if not all the same)215/45-17215/45-17225/55-17245/45-18225/55-17
Total Price$28,397$28,692$28,375$31,850$32,815
Adjustments for Features00-2,305-3,970-4,880
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$28,397$28,692$26,070$27,880$27,935
Cost Above Minimum$0$295$0$1,810$1,865
Total Invoice$26,948$27,222$27,155$30,611$31,332
Adjustments for Features00-2,206-3,816-4,659
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$26,948$27,222$24,949$26,795$26,673
Cost Above Minimum$0$274$0$1,846$1,724

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Features Comparison: Subaru BRZ vs. Chevrolet Malibu

Model Year20162016201820182018
ModelBRZBRZMalibuMalibuMalibu
TrimLimitedSeries.HyperBlueLTPremierHybrid
Body2dr Coupe2dr Coupe4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manual$150$150   
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic  $1100  
9-speed manually-shiftable automatic   $1400 
CVT    $1000
RWD$0$0   
FWD  $0$0$0
Accessories 
AC power outlet  $100$100$100
Heated steering wheel   $100 
Power rear side windows  $200$200$200
Remote app  $25$25$25
Remote start  $150$150$150
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Automatic braking, low-speed    $200
Blind spot warning system    $200
Cross-traffic warning, rear    $100
Following distance indicator    $25
Forward collision warning    $200
Knee airbag, driver  $75$75$75
Knee airbag, passenger  $75$75$75
Lane departure prevention, steering-based    $200
Lane departure warning    $200
Obstacle detection, front    $150
Obstacle detection, rear    $250
Pedestrian detection    $50
Rear side airbags  $300$300$300
Rollover sensor  $50$50$50
Safety key  $5$5$5
Temporary spare tire$150$150$150  
Vehicle health reports  $0$0$0
Cargo Management 
Cargo mat   $40 
Climate Control 
Automatic climate control, front$200$200 $200$200
Dual-zone climate control$125$125 $125$125
Rear air vents  $100$100$100
Drivetrain 
Torque-sensing limited-slip rear differential$300$300   
Engine / Motor 
Automatic start / stop  $150 $150
Exterior 
Active grille shutters  $0 $0
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)$25$25 $25 
Laminated front side windows  $200$200$200
Rear spoiler$200$200   
Infotainment 
4G LTE connectivity  $0$0$0
Android Auto support  $100$100$100
Apple CarPlay support  $100$100$100
CD player$125$125   
HD radio$50$50   
MP3-compatible player$50$50   
Navigation system   $600$600
Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation  $225$225$225
Voice control for audio system$25$25$25  
Voice control for external devices  $0$0$0
Voice control for nav and audio   $100$100
Wi-Fi hotspot  $50$50$50
Wireless charging station  $75$75$75
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Auto-dimming headlights    $200
Detailed driving style feedback    $100
Fog lights$125$125   
Interior ambient lighting  $150$150$150
Large energy flow and fuel economy display    $25
Tachometer$75$75$75$75 
Turn signals on or near mirrors  $25$25$25
Xenon HID headlights$500$500   
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), front row  $75$75$75
Center armrest(s), second row  $50$50$50
Cooled or ventilated front seats   $300 
Interior trim, special color $0   
Manual height adjuster, driver seat$50$50   
Memory system, driver seat   $200 
Metal pedals$75$75   
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat  $100$100$100
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat  $100$100$100
Power height adjuster, driver seat  $100$100$100
Power height adjuster, passenger seat  $100$100$100
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat  $100$100$100
Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat  $100$100$100
Power recliner, driver seat  $100$100$100
Power recliner, passenger seat  $100$100$100
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat  $100$100$100
Synthetic suede inserts in leather seating surfaces$0$0   
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Wheels, dark finish $0   
Total Value of Features$2,225$2,225$4,530$6,195$7,105
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$0$2,305$3,970$4,880
Value of Feature Adjustments00-2,206-3,816-4,659

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Specifications Comparison: Subaru BRZ vs. Chevrolet Malibu

Model Year20162018
ModelBRZMalibu
Body2dr Coupe4dr Sedan
Wheelbase101.2 in111.4 in
Length166.7 in193.8 in
Width69.9 in73.0 in
Height50.6 in57.7 in
Curb Weight2,763 lb.3,087 lb.
Fuel Capacity13.2 gal.15.8 gal.
Row 1 Headroom37.1 in39.1 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room54.5 in58.5 in
Row 1 Hip Room53.1 in54.1 in
Row 1 Legroom41.9 in42.0 in
Row 2 Headroom35.0 in37.5 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room51.7 in57.1 in
Row 2 Hip Room45.3 in53.4 in
Row 2 Legroom29.9 in38.1 in
Cargo Volume6.9 ft315.8 ft3

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Option Package Details
Chevrolet Malibu LT

Convenience and Technology Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Leather-wrapped steering wheel150Yes
AC power outlet100No
Remote start150No
Wireless charging station75No
Total Requested30048%
Total Not Requested32552%
Leather Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Heated front seats200Yes
Power recliner, passenger seat100No
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat100No
Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat100No
Power height adjuster, passenger seat50No
Bose, 9 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Total Requested110061%
Total Not Requested70039%

Option Package Details
Chevrolet Malibu Hybrid

Navigation system
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600No
Voice control for nav and audio75No
Speed limit information0No
Total Requested00%
Total Not Requested675100%
Convenience and Technology Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Leather-wrapped steering wheel150Yes
AC power outlet100No
Remote start150No
Wireless charging station75No
Total Requested30048%
Total Not Requested32552%
Driver Confidence Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Obstacle detection, front150No
Obstacle detection, rear250No
Auto-dimming headlights200No
Lane departure warning200No
Blind spot warning system200No
Cross-traffic warning, rear100No
Automatic braking, low-speed200No
Forward collision warning200No
Lane departure prevention, steering-based200No
Pedestrian detection50No
Following distance indicator25No
Total Requested00%
Total Not Requested1775100%
Leather Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Heated front seats200Yes
Power recliner, passenger seat100No
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat100No
Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat100No
Power height adjuster, passenger seat50No
Bose, 9 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Total Requested110061%
Total Not Requested70039%

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