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Subaru Forester 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.
Models in short supply often sell at or even above these prices.
Subaru Forester vs. Chevrolet Malibu Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $25,864 Chevrolet Malibu Maxx LTZ | |||
| Difference: $2,387 | |||
Lowest Total Invoice: $24,328 Chevrolet Malibu Maxx LTZ | |||
| Difference: $1,877 | |||
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| Model Year | 2007 | 2007 | 2007 |
| Model | Forester | Forester | Malibu |
| Trim | 2.5 X L.L. Bean Edition | 2.5 XT Limited | Maxx LTZ |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr Hatch |
| Base Price | $26,695 | $27,895 | $23,915 |
| Base Invoice | $24,930 | $26,116 | $22,600 |
| Cargo net | 46 | 46 | |
| Satellite radio | 445 | 445 | 199 |
| Rear spoiler | 353 | 353 | |
| Universal garage door opener | 87 | 87 | |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 183 | ||
| CD changer, in-dash | 300 | ||
| Sunroof | 800 | ||
| Cargo net | 30 | 30 | |
| Satellite radio | 334 | 334 | 165 |
| Rear spoiler | 230 | 230 | |
| Universal garage door opener | 56 | 56 | |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 119 | ||
| CD changer, in-dash | 249 | ||
| Sunroof | 664 | ||
| Options (change) | 931 | 1,114 | 1,299 |
| Options (change) | 650 | 769 | 1,078 |
| Destination | 625 | 625 | 650 |
| Total Price | $28,251 | $29,634 | $25,864 |
| Total Invoice | $26,205 | $27,510 | $24,328 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Subaru Forester vs. Chevrolet Malibu
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Chevrolet Malibu Maxx LTZ | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $1,367 | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $931 | |||
| Model Year | 2007 | 2007 | 2007 |
| Model | Forester | Forester | Malibu |
| Trim | 2.5 X L.L. Bean Edition | 2.5 XT Limited | Maxx LTZ |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr Hatch |
| Engine | 173hp H4 | 224hp H4 | 217hp V6 |
| Transmission | A4 | M5 | T4 |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | FWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 120, 4 | 155, 7 | ?, 6 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 215/60-16 | 215/55-17 | 225/50-17 |
| Total Price | $28,251 | $29,634 | $25,864 |
| Adjustments for Features | -1,020 | -145 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $27,231 | $29,489 | $25,864 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $2,258 | $0 |
| Total Invoice | $26,205 | $27,510 | $24,328 |
| Adjustments for Features | -946 | -135 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $25,259 | $27,375 | $24,328 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $2,116 | $0 |
Features Comparison: Subaru Forester vs. Chevrolet Malibu
| Model Year | 2007 | 2007 | 2007 |
| Model | Forester | Forester | Malibu |
| Trim | 2.5 X L.L. Bean Edition | 2.5 XT Limited | Maxx LTZ |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr Hatch |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | |||
| 4-speed automatic | $800 | ||
| 5-speed manual | $0 | ||
| 4-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $900 | ||
| AWD | $1700 | $1700 | |
| FWD | $0 | ||
| Accessories | |||
| Power-adjustable pedals | $125 | ||
| Remote start | $150 | ||
| Tilt steering wheel, manual | $150 | $150 | |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | ||
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | |||
| Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats | $0 | $0 | |
| Side curtain airbags | $350 | ||
| Traction control | $100 | ||
| Cargo Management | |||
| Cargo cover | $75 | $75 | |
| Cargo shelf, height-adjustable | $100 | ||
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | $25 | |
| Roof rack | $300 | $300 | |
| Climate Control | |||
| Interior air filter | $0 | $0 | |
| Wiper de-icer | $25 | $25 | |
| Drivetrain | |||
| Limited-slip rear differential | $300 | $300 | |
| Exterior | |||
| Body kit | $0 | ||
| Bodyside cladding | $350 | $350 | |
| Bodyside moldings | $75 | ||
| Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) | $25 | ||
| Glass roof panel(s) | $300 | ||
| Hood scoop | $100 | ||
| Sunroof | $900 | ||
| Sunroof, large | $1100 | $1100 | |
| Infotainment | |||
| Audio controls on steering wheel | $125 | ||
| Aux input | $50 | $50 | |
| MP3-compatible player | $50 | $50 | |
| Rear seat audio controls | $25 | ||
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | $200 | ||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | |||
| Automatic headlights | $125 | ||
| Automatic-off headlights | $25 | $25 | |
| Illuminated visor mirror, driver | $50 | ||
| Illuminated visor mirror, passenger | $50 | ||
| Trip computer | $150 | ||
| Turn signals on or near mirrors | $25 | $25 | |
| Visor mirror, driver | $10 | $10 | |
| Visor mirror, passenger | $10 | $10 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | |||
| Folding passenger seat | $150 | ||
| Leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | $150 | |
| Manual fore-aft adjuster, second row seats | $75 | ||
| Manual recliner, second row seats | $75 | ||
| Power recliner, driver seat | $100 | $100 | |
| Synthetic suede inserts in leather seating surfaces | $0 | $0 | |
| Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | ||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | |||
| Alloy wheels | $350 | $350 | |
| Auto-leveling rear shocks | $200 | ||
| Polished alloy wheels | $350 | ||
| Total Value of Features | $5,795 | $4,920 | $4,775 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $1,020 | $145 | $0 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -946 | -135 | 0 |
Specifications Comparison: Subaru Forester vs. Chevrolet Malibu
| Model Year | 2007 | 2007 |
| Model | Forester | Malibu |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Hatch |
| Wheelbase | 99.4 in | 112.3 in |
| Length | 176.6 in | 187.8 in |
| Width | 68.3 in | 69.8 in |
| Height | 65.0 in | 58.1 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,166 lb. | 3,459 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 15.9 gal. | 16.3 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 39.8 in | 39.4 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 53.5 in | 56.7 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 51.6 in | 53.5 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 43.6 in | 41.9 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 39.7 in | 39.4 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 53.6 in | 55.5 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 51.6 in | 52.4 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 33.7 in | 41.0 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 32.0 ft3 | 22.8 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 57.7 ft3 | 41.0 ft3 |
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