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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: $33,147 Subaru Forester 2.5 XT Touring | ||
| Difference: $2,383 | ||
Lowest Total Invoice: $30,719 Subaru Forester 2.5 XT Touring | ||
| Difference: $2,627 | ||
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| Model Year | 2011 | 2015 |
| Model | Forester | Malibu |
| Trim | 2.5 XT Touring | LTZ |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Price | $29,995 | $28,320 |
| Base Invoice | $28,084 | $26,762 |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 185 | |
| Remote start | 432 | |
| All-weather floor mats | 69 | 140 |
| Navigation system | 1,600 | 495 |
| Cargo net | 48 | |
| Universal garage door opener | 93 | |
| 2.0L I4 | 2,160 | |
| Premium Package | 1,000 | |
| Advanced Safety Package | 890 | |
| Electronics and Entertainment Package | 1,300 | |
| Rear spoiler | 400 | |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 120 | |
| Remote start | 324 | |
| All-weather floor mats | 39 | 123 |
| Navigation system | 1,335 | 436 |
| Cargo net | 31 | |
| Universal garage door opener | 61 | |
| 2.0L I4 | 2,041 | |
| Premium Package | 880 | |
| Advanced Safety Package | 783 | |
| Electronics and Entertainment Package | 1,144 | |
| Rear spoiler | 352 | |
| Options (change) | 2,427 | 6,385 |
| Options (change) | 1,910 | 5,759 |
| Destination | 725 | 825 |
| Total Price | $33,147 | $35,530 |
| Total Invoice | $30,719 | $33,346 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Subaru Forester vs. Chevrolet Malibu
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Subaru Forester 2.5 XT Touring | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $2,043 | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $2,308 | ||
| Model Year | 2011 | 2015 |
| Model | Forester | Malibu |
| Trim | 2.5 XT Touring | LTZ |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | 224hp H4 | 259hp I4 |
| Transmission | T4 | T6 |
| Drivetrain | AWD | FWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | 19/24 MPG | 21/30 MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 140, 6 | ?, 9 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 225/55-17 | 245/40-19 |
| Total Price | $33,147 | $35,530 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -340 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $33,147 | $35,190 |
| Total Invoice | $30,719 | $33,346 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -319 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $30,719 | $33,027 |
Features Comparison: Subaru Forester vs. Chevrolet Malibu
| Model Year | 2011 | 2015 |
| Model | Forester | Malibu |
| Trim | 2.5 XT Touring | 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 | |
| Proximity key | $250 | |
| Remote app | $25 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||
| Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats | $0 | |
| Blind spot warning system | $200 | |
| Cross-traffic warning, rear | $100 | |
| Forward collision warning | $200 | |
| Knee airbag, driver | $75 | |
| Knee airbag, passenger | $75 | |
| Lane departure warning | $200 | |
| Rear side airbags | $300 | |
| Vehicle health reports | $0 | |
| Cargo Management | ||
| Cargo tray | $40 | |
| Roof rails | $250 | |
| Climate Control | ||
| Rear wiper | $175 | |
| Wiper de-icer | $25 | |
| 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 | |
| HD radio | $50 | |
| Siri Eyes Free support | $0 | |
| SMS text-to-speech reader | $25 | |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation | $225 | |
| 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 | |
| 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 | |
| Memory system, driver seat | $200 | |
| 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 release, second row seats | $50 | |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Total Value of Features | $5,035 | $5,375 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $340 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | -319 |
Specifications Comparison: Subaru Forester vs. Chevrolet Malibu
| Model Year | 2011 | 2015 |
| Model | Forester | Malibu |
| 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. | 3,635 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 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% |
| turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 259 hp@5500 295 lb-ft@3000 | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 259 hp@5500 295 lb-ft@3000 | 1000 | Yes |
| Sunroof | 900 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1900 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | No |
| Proximity key | 250 | No |
| Total Requested | 500 | 53% |
| Total Not Requested | 450 | 47% |
| Advanced Safety Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Lane departure warning system | 200 | No |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | No |
| Rear cross-traffic detection | 100 | No |
| Forward collision warning | 200 | No |
| Total Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Total Not Requested | 700 | 100% |
| Electronics and Entertainment Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| 245/40WR19 tires | 400 | No |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Rearview camera | 200 | Yes |
| AC power outlet | 100 | No |
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | 25 | No |
| Pioneer, 9 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Total Requested | 300 | 26% |
| Total Not Requested | 875 | 74% |
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