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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: $27,940 Subaru Forester 2.5 X L.L. Bean Edition | |||||
| Difference: $1,330 | |||||
Lowest Total Invoice: $26,003 Subaru Forester 2.5 X L.L. Bean Edition | |||||
| Difference: $1,718 | |||||
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| Model Year | 2007 | 2007 | 2013 | 2013 | 2013 |
| Model | Forester | Forester | Malibu | Malibu | Malibu |
| Trim | 2.5 X L.L. Bean Edition | 2.5 XT Limited | Eco | 2LT | LTZ |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Price | $26,695 | $27,895 | $24,985 | $24,890 | $27,365 |
| Base Invoice | $24,930 | $26,116 | $23,860 | $23,769 | $25,859 |
| Satellite radio | 445 | 445 | |||
| Cargo net | 46 | 46 | |||
| Universal garage door opener | 87 | 87 | |||
| Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) | 42 | ||||
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 183 | ||||
| Leather Package | 1,000 | 1,000 | |||
| Premium Audio Package | 1,610 | ||||
| Sunroof | 1,000 | 1,000 | |||
| Electronics and Entertainment Package | 1,175 | 1,900 | |||
| Forward collision warning | 395 | ||||
| Satellite radio | 334 | 334 | |||
| Cargo net | 30 | 30 | |||
| Universal garage door opener | 56 | 56 | |||
| Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) | 28 | ||||
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 119 | ||||
| Leather Package | 880 | 880 | |||
| Premium Audio Package | 1,538 | ||||
| Sunroof | 880 | 880 | |||
| Electronics and Entertainment Package | 1,034 | 1,672 | |||
| Forward collision warning | 348 | ||||
| Options (change) | 620 | 761 | 3,610 | 3,570 | 1,900 |
| Options (change) | 448 | 539 | 3,298 | 3,142 | 1,672 |
| Destination | 625 | 625 | 810 | 810 | 810 |
| Total Price | $27,940 | $29,281 | $29,405 | $29,270 | $30,075 |
| Total Invoice | $26,003 | $27,280 | $27,968 | $27,721 | $28,341 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Subaru Forester vs. Chevrolet Malibu
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Subaru Forester 2.5 X L.L. Bean Edition | |||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $250 | |||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $681 | |||||
| Model Year | 2007 | 2007 | 2013 | 2013 | 2013 |
| Model | Forester | Forester | Malibu | Malibu | Malibu |
| Trim | 2.5 X L.L. Bean Edition | 2.5 XT Limited | Eco | 2LT | LTZ |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | 173hp H4 | 224hp H4 | 182hp I4 H | 197hp I4 | 197hp I4 |
| Transmission | A4 | M5 | T6 | T6 | T6 |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | FWD | FWD | FWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 120, 4 | 155, 7 | ?, 9 | ?, 9 | ?, 9 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 215/60-16 | 215/55-17 | 225/55-17 | 235/50-18 | 235/50-18 |
| Total Price | $27,940 | $29,281 | $29,405 | $29,270 | $30,075 |
| Adjustments for Features | -900 | 0 | -1,630 | -1,980 | -1,530 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $27,040 | $29,281 | $27,775 | $27,290 | $28,545 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $2,241 | $485 | $0 | $1,255 |
| Total Invoice | $26,003 | $27,280 | $27,968 | $27,721 | $28,341 |
| Adjustments for Features | -838 | 0 | -1,550 | -1,875 | -1,442 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $25,165 | $27,280 | $26,418 | $25,846 | $26,899 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $2,115 | $572 | $0 | $1,053 |
Features Comparison: Subaru Forester vs. Chevrolet Malibu
| Model Year | 2007 | 2007 | 2013 | 2013 | 2013 |
| Model | Forester | Forester | Malibu | Malibu | Malibu |
| Trim | 2.5 X L.L. Bean Edition | 2.5 XT Limited | Eco | 2LT | LTZ |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | |||||
| 4-speed automatic | $800 | ||||
| 5-speed manual | $0 | ||||
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | $1100 | $1100 | ||
| AWD | $1700 | $1700 | |||
| FWD | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| Accessories | |||||
| AC power outlet | $100 | $100 | |||
| Remote start | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Tilt steering wheel, manual | $150 | $150 | |||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | $250 | $250 | ||
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | |||||
| Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats | $0 | $0 | |||
| Brake assist | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Forward collision warning | $200 | ||||
| Knee airbag, driver | $75 | $75 | $75 | ||
| Knee airbag, passenger | $75 | $75 | $75 | ||
| Lane departure warning | $200 | ||||
| Rear side airbags | $300 | $300 | $300 | ||
| Rearview camera | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Rollover sensor | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Side curtain airbags | $350 | $350 | $350 | ||
| Stability control | $400 | $400 | $400 | ||
| Tire-pressure monitor | $75 | $75 | $75 | ||
| Traction control | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Cargo Management | |||||
| Cargo cover | $75 | $75 | |||
| Roof rack | $300 | $300 | |||
| Climate Control | |||||
| Dual-zone climate control | $125 | $125 | $125 | ||
| Rear wiper | $175 | $175 | |||
| Wiper de-icer | $25 | $25 | |||
| Drivetrain | |||||
| Limited-slip rear differential | $300 | $300 | |||
| Engine / Motor | |||||
| Automatic start / stop | $150 | ||||
| Exterior | |||||
| Active grille shutters | $0 | ||||
| Bodyside cladding | $350 | $350 | |||
| Bodyside moldings | $75 | $75 | |||
| Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Hood scoop | $100 | ||||
| Laminated front side windows | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Sunroof | $900 | $900 | $900 | ||
| Sunroof, large | $1100 | $1100 | |||
| Infotainment | |||||
| App support | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| Audio controls on steering wheel | $125 | $125 | $125 | ||
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Bluetooth cell phone link | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| CD changer, in-dash | $325 | $325 | |||
| CD player | $125 | $125 | $125 | ||
| 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 | ||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | |||||
| Automatic headlights | $125 | $125 | $125 | ||
| Automatic-off headlights | $25 | $25 | |||
| Illuminated visor mirror, driver | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Illuminated visor mirror, passenger | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Large energy flow and fuel economy display | $25 | ||||
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Trip computer | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Turn signals on or near mirrors | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Visor mirror, driver | $10 | $10 | |||
| Visor mirror, passenger | $10 | $10 | |||
| Seats and Interior Trim | |||||
| Leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $50 | $50 | |||
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power recliner, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Synthetic suede inserts in leather seating surfaces | $0 | ||||
| Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | ||||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | |||||
| Auto-leveling rear shocks | $200 | ||||
| Total Value of Features | $5,795 | $4,895 | $6,525 | $6,875 | $6,425 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $900 | $0 | $1,630 | $1,980 | $1,530 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -838 | 0 | -1,550 | -1,875 | -1,442 |
Specifications Comparison: Subaru Forester vs. Chevrolet Malibu
| Model Year | 2007 | 2013 |
| Model | Forester | Malibu |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan |
| Wheelbase | 99.4 in | 107.8 in |
| Length | 176.6 in | 191.5 in |
| Width | 68.3 in | 73.0 in |
| Height | 65.0 in | 57.6 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,166 lb. | 3,394 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 15.9 gal. | 18.5 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 39.8 in | 39.0 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 53.5 in | 57.5 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 51.6 in | 55.0 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 43.6 in | 42.1 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 39.7 in | 37.5 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 53.6 in | 57.1 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 51.6 in | 54.3 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 33.7 in | 36.8 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 32.0 ft3 | 16.3 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 57.7 ft3 | 16.3 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Chevrolet Malibu Eco
| Leather Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 150 | No |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Total Requested | 1100 | 71% |
| Total Not Requested | 450 | 29% |
| Premium Audio Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Fog lights | 125 | Yes |
| Leather-wrapped steering wheel | 150 | Yes |
| Pioneer, 9 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Rearview camera | 200 | No |
| Cargo net | 40 | Yes |
| Bodyside moldings | 75 | Yes |
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | 25 | No |
| 225/55HR17 tires | 400 | No |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power tilt adjuster, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power recliner, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | 150 | No |
| Remote start | 150 | No |
| Total Requested | 940 | 42% |
| Total Not Requested | 1275 | 58% |
Option Package Details
Chevrolet Malibu 2LT
| Forward collision alert | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Forward collision alert | 200 | No |
| Lane departure warning system | 200 | No |
| Total Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Total Not Requested | 400 | 100% |
| Leather Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 150 | No |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Total Requested | 1100 | 71% |
| Total Not Requested | 450 | 29% |
| Electronics and Entertainment Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Cargo net | 40 | Yes |
| Bodyside moldings | 75 | 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 | 365 | 35% |
| Total Not Requested | 675 | 65% |
Option Package Details
Chevrolet Malibu LTZ
| 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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