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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: $28,545 Chevrolet Malibu LTZ | ||
| Difference: $1,841 | ||
Lowest Total Invoice: $26,919 Chevrolet Malibu LTZ | ||
| Difference: $1,350 | ||
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| Model Year | 2010 | 2008 |
| Model | Forester | Malibu |
| Trim | 2.5 XT Limited | LTZ |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Price | $28,495 | $27,095 |
| Base Invoice | $26,707 | $25,605 |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 183 | |
| Satellite radio | 453 | |
| Cargo net | 46 | |
| Remote start | 432 | |
| Universal garage door opener | 82 | |
| Sunroof | 800 | |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 119 | |
| Satellite radio | 340 | |
| Cargo net | 30 | |
| Remote start | 324 | |
| Universal garage door opener | 54 | |
| Sunroof | 664 | |
| Options (change) | 1,196 | 800 |
| Options (change) | 867 | 664 |
| Destination | 695 | 650 |
| Total Price | $30,386 | $28,545 |
| Total Invoice | $28,269 | $26,919 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Subaru Forester vs. Chevrolet Malibu
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Subaru Forester 2.5 XT Limited | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $439 | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $771 | ||
| Model Year | 2010 | 2008 |
| Model | Forester | Malibu |
| Trim | 2.5 XT Limited | LTZ |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | 224hp H4 | 252hp V6 |
| Transmission | T4 | T6 |
| Drivetrain | AWD | FWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | 19/24 MPG | 17/26 MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 80, 6 | 210, 8 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 225/55-17 | 225/50-18 |
| Total Price | $30,386 | $28,545 |
| Adjustments for Features | -2,280 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $28,106 | $28,545 |
| Total Invoice | $28,269 | $26,919 |
| Adjustments for Features | -2,121 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $26,148 | $26,919 |
Features Comparison: Subaru Forester vs. Chevrolet Malibu
| Model Year | 2010 | 2008 |
| Model | Forester | Malibu |
| 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 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||
| Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats | $0 | |
| Rollover sensor | $50 | |
| Cargo Management | ||
| Cargo mat | $40 | |
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | |
| Roof rails | $250 | |
| Climate Control | ||
| Interior air filter | $0 | |
| Rear wiper | $175 | |
| Wiper de-icer | $25 | |
| Exterior | ||
| Deep-tinted rear windows | $275 | |
| Hood scoop | $100 | |
| Laminated front side windows | $200 | |
| Rear spoiler | $200 | |
| Sunroof | $900 | |
| Sunroof, large | $1100 | |
| Infotainment | ||
| Surround sound | $250 | |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation | $225 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | $75 | |
| Automatic headlights | $125 | |
| Automatic-off headlights | $25 | |
| Illuminated visor mirror, driver | $50 | |
| Illuminated visor mirror, passenger | $50 | |
| Trip computer | $150 | |
| Turn signals on or near mirrors | $25 | |
| Visor mirror, driver | $10 | |
| Visor mirror, passenger | $10 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||
| Center armrest(s), second row | $50 | |
| Door sill trim plates | $100 | |
| Foldaway tray table, second row | $75 | |
| Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $50 | |
| Manual recliner, second row seats | $75 | |
| Metal pedals | $75 | |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $100 | |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||
| Performance steering system (optional) | $0 | |
| Transmission | ||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | |
| Total Value of Features | $5,620 | $3,340 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $2,280 | $0 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -2,121 | 0 |
Specifications Comparison: Subaru Forester vs. Chevrolet Malibu
| Model Year | 2010 | 2008 |
| Model | Forester | Malibu |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan |
| Wheelbase | 103.0 in | 112.3 in |
| Length | 179.5 in | 191.8 in |
| Width | 70.1 in | 70.3 in |
| Height | 65.9 in | 57.1 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,440 lb. | 3,680 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 16.9 gal. | 16.0 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 41.6 in | 39.4 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 56.1 in | 55.9 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 0.0 in | 53.0 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 43.1 in | 42.2 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 40.0 in | 37.2 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 55.6 in | 53.9 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 0.0 in | 52.1 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 38.0 in | 37.6 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 33.5 ft3 | 15.1 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 68.3 ft3 | 15.1 ft3 |
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