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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: $25,564 Chevrolet Malibu Maxx LTZ | ||||
| Difference: $3,454 | ||||
Lowest Total Invoice: $24,079 Chevrolet Malibu Maxx LTZ | ||||
| Difference: $2,752 | ||||
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| Model Year | 2011 | 2011 | 2011 | 2007 |
| Model | Forester | Forester | Forester | Malibu |
| Trim | 2.5 X Limited | 2.5 X Touring | 2.5 XT Touring | Maxx LTZ |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr Hatch |
| Base Price | $26,495 | $27,995 | $29,995 | $23,915 |
| Base Invoice | $24,814 | $26,186 | $28,084 | $22,600 |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 185 | 185 | 185 | |
| Remote start | 432 | 432 | 432 | |
| Cargo net | 48 | 48 | 48 | |
| Bodyside moldings | 240 | 240 | 240 | |
| Satellite radio | 432 | 199 | ||
| Rear spoiler | 368 | 368 | ||
| Universal garage door opener | 93 | 93 | 93 | |
| Sunroof | 800 | |||
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 120 | 120 | 120 | |
| Remote start | 324 | 324 | 324 | |
| Cargo net | 31 | 31 | 31 | |
| Bodyside moldings | 156 | 156 | 156 | |
| Satellite radio | 324 | 165 | ||
| Rear spoiler | 276 | 276 | ||
| Universal garage door opener | 61 | 61 | 61 | |
| Sunroof | 664 | |||
| Options (change) | 1,798 | 1,366 | 998 | 999 |
| Options (change) | 1,292 | 968 | 692 | 829 |
| Destination | 725 | 725 | 725 | 650 |
| Total Price | $29,018 | $30,086 | $31,718 | $25,564 |
| Total Invoice | $26,831 | $27,879 | $29,501 | $24,079 |
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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: $994 | ||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $477 | ||||
| Model Year | 2011 | 2011 | 2011 | 2007 |
| Model | Forester | Forester | Forester | Malibu |
| Trim | 2.5 X Limited | 2.5 X Touring | 2.5 XT Touring | Maxx LTZ |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr Hatch |
| Engine | 170hp H4 | 170hp H4 | 224hp H4 | 217hp V6 |
| Transmission | T4 | T4 | T4 | T4 |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | AWD | FWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 80, 6 | ?, 7 | ?, 7 | ?, 6 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 225/55-17 | 225/55-17 | 225/55-17 | 225/50-17 |
| Total Price | $29,018 | $30,086 | $31,718 | $25,564 |
| Adjustments for Features | -2,460 | -3,360 | -3,460 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $26,558 | $26,726 | $28,258 | $25,564 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $168 | $1,700 | $0 |
| Total Invoice | $26,831 | $27,879 | $29,501 | $24,079 |
| Adjustments for Features | -2,275 | -3,114 | -3,218 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $24,556 | $24,765 | $26,283 | $24,079 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $209 | $1,727 | $0 |
Features Comparison: Subaru Forester vs. Chevrolet Malibu
| Model Year | 2011 | 2011 | 2011 | 2007 |
| Model | Forester | Forester | Forester | Malibu |
| Trim | 2.5 X Limited | 2.5 X Touring | 2.5 XT Touring | Maxx LTZ |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr Hatch |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||||
| 4-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $900 | $900 | $900 | $900 |
| AWD | $1700 | $1700 | $1700 | |
| FWD | $0 | |||
| Accessories | ||||
| Power-adjustable pedals | $125 | |||
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||||
| Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Brake assist | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Rearview camera | $200 | $200 | ||
| Rollover sensor | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Stability control | $400 | $400 | $400 | |
| Tire-pressure monitor | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Cargo Management | ||||
| Cargo shelf, height-adjustable | $100 | |||
| Cargo tray | $40 | $40 | $40 | |
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Roof rails | $250 | $250 | $250 | |
| Climate Control | ||||
| Dual-zone climate control | $125 | $125 | ||
| Interior air filter | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Wiper de-icer | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Exterior | ||||
| Body kit | $0 | |||
| Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Deep-tinted rear windows | $275 | $275 | $275 | |
| Glass roof panel(s) | $300 | |||
| Hood scoop | $100 | |||
| Sunroof | $900 | |||
| Sunroof, large | $1100 | $1100 | $1100 | |
| Infotainment | ||||
| Aux input | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| HD radio | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| MP3-compatible player | $50 | $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 | $25 | |
| Illuminated visor mirror, driver | $50 | |||
| Illuminated visor mirror, passenger | $50 | |||
| Turn signals on or near mirrors | $25 | $25 | ||
| Visor mirror, driver | $10 | $10 | $10 | |
| Visor mirror, passenger | $10 | $10 | $10 | |
| Xenon HID headlights | $500 | $500 | ||
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||||
| Foldaway tray table, second row | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Folding passenger seat | $150 | |||
| Manual fore-aft adjuster, second row seats | $75 | |||
| Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $50 | |||
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power recliner, driver seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power release, second row seats | $50 | $50 | ||
| Synthetic suede inserts in leather seating surfaces | $0 | |||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||||
| Alloy wheels | $350 | $350 | $350 | |
| Polished alloy wheels | $350 | |||
| Total Value of Features | $5,860 | $6,760 | $6,860 | $3,400 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $2,460 | $3,360 | $3,460 | $0 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -2,275 | -3,114 | -3,218 | 0 |
Specifications Comparison: Subaru Forester vs. Chevrolet Malibu
| Model Year | 2011 | 2007 |
| Model | Forester | Malibu |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Hatch |
| Wheelbase | 103.0 in | 112.3 in |
| Length | 179.5 in | 187.8 in |
| Width | 70.1 in | 69.8 in |
| Height | 65.9 in | 58.1 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,251 lb. | 3,459 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 16.9 gal. | 16.3 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 41.6 in | 39.4 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 56.1 in | 56.7 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 0.0 in | 53.5 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 43.1 in | 41.9 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 40.0 in | 39.4 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 55.6 in | 55.5 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 0.0 in | 52.4 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 38.0 in | 41.0 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 33.5 ft3 | 22.8 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 68.3 ft3 | 41.0 ft3 |
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