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Subaru Forester vs. Chevrolet Malibu Classic 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.
Models in short supply often sell at or even above these prices.
Subaru Forester vs. Chevrolet Malibu Classic Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $23,190 Chevrolet Malibu Classic LT | |||||
| Difference: $1,131 | |||||
Lowest Total Invoice: $21,797 Chevrolet Malibu Classic LT | |||||
| Difference: $884 | |||||
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| Model Year | 2008 | 2008 | 2008 | 2008 | 2008 |
| Model | Forester | Forester | Forester | Forester | Malibu Classic |
| Trim | 2.5 X | 2.5 X L.L. Bean Edition | Sports 2.5 XT | 2.5 XT Limited | LT |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Price | $21,195 | $26,695 | $26,995 | $27,895 | $20,320 |
| Base Invoice | $20,015 | $24,930 | $25,297 | $26,116 | $19,304 |
| Premium Package | 1,500 | ||||
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 183 | 183 | 183 | ||
| Rear spoiler | 353 | 353 | 353 | 175 | |
| Satellite radio | 445 | 445 | 445 | 445 | 200 |
| Front Seating Package | 450 | ||||
| Luxury and Convenience Package | 595 | ||||
| Sunroof | 800 | ||||
| Premium Package | 1,338 | ||||
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 119 | 119 | 119 | ||
| Rear spoiler | 230 | 230 | 230 | 145 | |
| Satellite radio | 334 | 334 | 334 | 334 | 166 |
| Front Seating Package | 374 | ||||
| Luxury and Convenience Package | 494 | ||||
| Sunroof | 664 | ||||
| Options (change) | 2,481 | 798 | 628 | 981 | 2,220 |
| Options (change) | 2,021 | 564 | 453 | 683 | 1,843 |
| Destination | 645 | 645 | 645 | 645 | 650 |
| Total Price | $24,321 | $28,138 | $28,268 | $29,521 | $23,190 |
| Total Invoice | $22,681 | $26,139 | $26,395 | $27,444 | $21,797 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Subaru Forester vs. Chevrolet Malibu Classic
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Subaru Forester 2.5 X | |||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $1,414 | |||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $1,489 | |||||
| Model Year | 2008 | 2008 | 2008 | 2008 | 2008 |
| Model | Forester | Forester | Forester | Forester | Malibu Classic |
| Trim | 2.5 X | 2.5 X L.L. Bean Edition | Sports 2.5 XT | 2.5 XT Limited | LT |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | 173hp H4 | 173hp H4 | 224hp H4 | 224hp H4 | 219hp V6 |
| Transmission | M5 | A4 | M5 | M5 | T4 |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | AWD | AWD | FWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 120, 4 | 120, 7 | 155, 7 | 155, 7 | ?, 6 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 215/60-16 | 215/60-16 | 215/55-17 | 215/55-17 | 215/60-16 |
| Total Price | $24,321 | $28,138 | $28,268 | $29,521 | $23,190 |
| Adjustments for Features | -2,545 | -4,385 | -2,170 | -3,670 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $21,776 | $23,753 | $26,098 | $25,851 | $23,190 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $1,977 | $4,322 | $4,075 | $0 |
| Total Invoice | $22,681 | $26,139 | $26,395 | $27,444 | $21,797 |
| Adjustments for Features | -2,373 | -4,073 | -2,026 | -3,412 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $20,308 | $22,066 | $24,369 | $24,032 | $21,797 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $1,758 | $4,061 | $3,724 | $0 |
Features Comparison: Subaru Forester vs. Chevrolet Malibu Classic
| Model Year | 2008 | 2008 | 2008 | 2008 | 2008 |
| Model | Forester | Forester | Forester | Forester | Malibu Classic |
| Trim | 2.5 X | 2.5 X L.L. Bean Edition | Sports 2.5 XT | 2.5 XT Limited | LT |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | |||||
| 5-speed manual | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| 4-speed automatic | $800 | ||||
| 4-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $900 | ||||
| AWD | $1700 | $1700 | $1700 | $1700 | |
| FWD | $0 | ||||
| Accessories | |||||
| Tilt steering wheel, manual | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | ||||
| Universal garage door opener | $100 | ||||
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | |||||
| Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Front side airbags | $350 | $350 | $350 | $350 | |
| Full-size spare tire | $225 | $225 | $225 | $225 | |
| Side curtain airbags | $350 | ||||
| Temporary spare tire | $150 | ||||
| Traction control | $100 | ||||
| Cargo Management | |||||
| Cargo cover | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Cargo mat | $40 | ||||
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Roof rack | $300 | $300 | $300 | ||
| Roof rails | $250 | ||||
| Climate Control | |||||
| Automatic climate control, front | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Interior air filter | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Rear wiper | $175 | $175 | $175 | $175 | |
| Wiper de-icer | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Drivetrain | |||||
| Limited-slip rear differential | $300 | $300 | $300 | $300 | |
| Exterior | |||||
| Bodyside cladding | $350 | $350 | $350 | $350 | |
| Bodyside moldings | $75 | ||||
| Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) | $25 | $25 | |||
| Hood scoop | $100 | $100 | |||
| Sunroof | $900 | ||||
| Sunroof, large | $1100 | $1100 | $1100 | $1100 | |
| Infotainment | |||||
| Audio controls on steering wheel | $125 | ||||
| Aux input | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| CD changer, in-dash | $325 | $325 | $325 | $325 | |
| CD player | $125 | ||||
| MP3-compatible player | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | |||||
| Automatic headlights | $125 | ||||
| Automatic-off headlights | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Fog lights | $125 | $125 | $125 | $125 | |
| Heated mirrors | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Illuminated visor mirror, driver | $50 | ||||
| Illuminated visor mirror, passenger | $50 | ||||
| Trip computer | $150 | ||||
| Turn signals on or near mirrors | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Visor mirror, driver | $10 | $10 | $10 | $10 | |
| Visor mirror, passenger | $10 | $10 | $10 | $10 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | |||||
| Center armrest(s), second row | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Door sill trim plates | $100 | ||||
| Leather seating surfaces | $900 | $900 | |||
| Leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Manual height adjuster, driver seat | $50 | ||||
| Metal pedals | $75 | ||||
| Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power height adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power recliner, driver seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power tilt adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Synthetic suede inserts in leather seating surfaces | $0 | ||||
| Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | ||||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | |||||
| Alloy wheels | $350 | $350 | $350 | $350 | |
| Alloy-look steel wheels | $100 | ||||
| Total Value of Features | $6,570 | $8,410 | $6,195 | $7,695 | $4,025 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $2,545 | $4,385 | $2,170 | $3,670 | $0 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -2,373 | -4,073 | -2,026 | -3,412 | 0 |
Specifications Comparison: Subaru Forester vs. Chevrolet Malibu Classic
| Model Year | 2008 | 2008 |
| Model | Forester | Malibu Classic |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan |
| Wheelbase | 99.4 in | 106.3 in |
| Length | 176.6 in | 188.3 in |
| Width | 68.3 in | 69.9 in |
| Height | 65.0 in | 57.5 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,166 lb. | 3,298 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 15.9 gal. | 16.3 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 39.8 in | 39.6 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 53.5 in | 56.7 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 51.6 in | 53.2 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 43.6 in | 41.9 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 39.7 in | 37.6 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 53.6 in | 56.1 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 51.6 in | 52.4 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 33.7 in | 38.5 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 32.0 ft3 | 15.4 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 57.7 ft3 | 15.4 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Subaru Forester 2.5 X
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Heated mirrors | 25 | No |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power height adjuster, driver seat | 50 | Yes |
| Power tilt adjuster, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power recliner, driver seat | 100 | No |
| Sunroof, large | 1100 | No |
| Wiper de-icer | 25 | No |
| Unbranded, 120W, 4 speakers | 350 | No |
| 4-wheel disc brakes | 150 | Yes |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Limited-slip rear differential | 300 | No |
| Turn signals on or near mirrors | 25 | No |
| Satellite radio prep | 0 | No |
| Aux input | 50 | No |
| Automatic climate control, front | 200 | No |
| CD changer, in-dash | 200 | No |
| Alloy wheels | 350 | No |
| Leather-wrapped steering wheel | 150 | Yes |
| MP3-compatible player | 50 | No |
| Total Requested | 750 | 21% |
| Total Not Requested | 2775 | 79% |
Option Package Details
Chevrolet Malibu Classic LT
| Front Seating Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power tilt adjuster, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 400 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Luxury and Convenience Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Illuminated visor mirror, passenger | 40 | No |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Fog lights | 125 | Yes |
| Compass | 0 | Yes |
| Alloy-look steel wheels | 100 | No |
| Total Requested | 275 | 66% |
| Total Not Requested | 140 | 34% |
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