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Subaru Forester vs. Chevrolet Malibu Limited 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 Limited Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $32,180 Chevrolet Malibu Limited LTZ | ||
| Difference: $298 | ||
Lowest Total Invoice: $29,954 Subaru Forester 2.5 XT Limited | ||
| Difference: $403 | ||
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| Model Year | 2010 | 2016 |
| Model | Forester | Malibu Limited |
| Trim | 2.5 XT Limited | LTZ |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Price | $28,495 | $28,420 |
| Base Invoice | $26,707 | $26,857 |
| Navigation system | 1,800 | 495 |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 183 | |
| All-weather floor mats | 69 | 140 |
| Remote start | 432 | |
| Cargo net | 46 | |
| Satellite radio | 453 | |
| Universal garage door opener | 82 | |
| iPod integration | 223 | |
| Electronics and Entertainment Package | 1,850 | |
| Rear spoiler | 400 | |
| Navigation system | 1,501 | 450 |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 119 | |
| All-weather floor mats | 39 | 127 |
| Remote start | 324 | |
| Cargo net | 30 | |
| Satellite radio | 340 | |
| Universal garage door opener | 54 | |
| iPod integration | 145 | |
| Electronics and Entertainment Package | 1,684 | |
| Rear spoiler | 364 | |
| Options (change) | 3,288 | 2,885 |
| Options (change) | 2,552 | 2,625 |
| Destination | 695 | 875 |
| Total Price | $32,478 | $32,180 |
| Total Invoice | $29,954 | $30,357 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Subaru Forester vs. Chevrolet Malibu Limited
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Subaru Forester 2.5 XT Limited | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $172 | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $836 | ||
| Model Year | 2010 | 2016 |
| Model | Forester | Malibu Limited |
| Trim | 2.5 XT Limited | LTZ |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | 224hp H4 | 202hp I4 |
| Transmission | T4 | T6 |
| Drivetrain | AWD | FWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | 19/24 MPG | 24/34 MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 140, 6 | ?, 9 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 225/55-17 | 215/60-16 |
| Total Price | $32,478 | $32,180 |
| Adjustments for Features | -470 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $32,008 | $32,180 |
| Total Invoice | $29,954 | $30,357 |
| Adjustments for Features | -433 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $29,521 | $30,357 |
Features Comparison: Subaru Forester vs. Chevrolet Malibu Limited
| Model Year | 2010 | 2016 |
| Model | Forester | Malibu Limited |
| Trim | 2.5 XT Limited | LTZ |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||
| 4-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $900 | |
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | |
| AWD | $1700 | |
| FWD | $0 | |
| Accessories | ||
| AC power outlet | $100 | |
| Remote app | $25 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||
| Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats | $0 | |
| Knee airbag, driver | $75 | |
| Knee airbag, passenger | $75 | |
| Rear side airbags | $300 | |
| Rearview camera | $200 | |
| Vehicle health reports | $0 | |
| Cargo Management | ||
| Roof rails | $250 | |
| Climate Control | ||
| Dual-zone climate control | $125 | |
| Rear wiper | $175 | |
| Wiper de-icer | $25 | |
| Engine / Motor | ||
| Automatic start / stop | $150 | |
| Exterior | ||
| Deep-tinted rear windows | $275 | |
| Hood scoop | $100 | |
| Laminated front side windows | $200 | |
| Sunroof | $900 | |
| Sunroof, large | $1100 | |
| Infotainment | ||
| 4G LTE connectivity | $0 | |
| App support | $0 | |
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | |
| iPod integration | $100 | |
| Siri Eyes Free support | $0 | |
| SMS text-to-speech reader | $25 | |
| Surround sound | $250 | |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation | $225 | |
| USB port | $25 | |
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | |
| Voice control for nav and audio | $100 | |
| Wi-Fi hotspot | $50 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||
| Automatic headlights | $125 | |
| Automatic-off headlights | $25 | |
| Illuminated visor mirror, driver | $50 | |
| Illuminated visor mirror, passenger | $50 | |
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | $25 | |
| Turn signals on or near mirrors | $25 | |
| Visor mirror, driver | $10 | |
| Visor mirror, passenger | $10 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||
| Door sill trim plates | $100 | |
| Foldaway tray table, second row | $75 | |
| Manual recliner, second row seats | $75 | |
| Metal pedals | $75 | |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $150 | |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $150 | |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $100 | |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Total Value of Features | $5,245 | $4,775 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $470 | $0 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -433 | 0 |
Specifications Comparison: Subaru Forester vs. Chevrolet Malibu Limited
| Model Year | 2010 | 2016 |
| Model | Forester | Malibu Limited |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan |
| Wheelbase | 103.0 in | 107.8 in |
| Length | 179.5 in | 191.5 in |
| Width | 70.1 in | 73.0 in |
| Height | 65.9 in | 57.6 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,440 lb. | 3,393 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 16.9 gal. | 18.5 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 41.6 in | 39.0 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 56.1 in | 57.5 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 0.0 in | 55.0 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 43.1 in | 42.1 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 40.0 in | 37.5 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 55.6 in | 57.1 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 0.0 in | 54.3 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 38.0 in | 36.8 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 33.5 ft3 | 16.3 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 68.3 ft3 | 16.3 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Chevrolet Malibu Limited LTZ
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 75 | No |
| Speed limit information | 0 | No |
| Total Requested | 600 | 89% |
| Total Not Requested | 75 | 11% |
| Electronics and Entertainment Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Sunroof | 900 | Yes |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Rearview camera | 200 | No |
| AC power outlet | 100 | No |
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | 25 | No |
| Pioneer, 9 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Total Requested | 1000 | 60% |
| Total Not Requested | 675 | 40% |
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