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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: $25,015 Chevrolet Malibu Maxx SS | ||
| Difference: $6,927 | ||
Lowest Total Invoice: $23,568 Chevrolet Malibu Maxx SS | ||
| Difference: $6,146 | ||
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| Model Year | 2013 | 2006 |
| Model | Forester | Malibu |
| Trim | 2.5 XT Touring | Maxx SS |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Hatch |
| Base Price | $29,995 | $23,265 |
| Base Invoice | $28,084 | $21,986 |
| Cargo net | 48 | |
| Remote start | 432 | |
| Bodyside moldings | 240 | |
| Satellite radio | 432 | 325 |
| Sunroof | 800 | |
| Cargo net | 31 | |
| Remote start | 324 | |
| Bodyside moldings | 156 | |
| Satellite radio | 324 | 293 |
| Sunroof | 664 | |
| Options (change) | 1,152 | 1,125 |
| Options (change) | 835 | 957 |
| Destination | 795 | 625 |
| Total Price | $31,942 | $25,015 |
| Total Invoice | $29,714 | $23,568 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Subaru Forester vs. Chevrolet Malibu
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Chevrolet Malibu Maxx SS | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $2,377 | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $1,913 | ||
| Model Year | 2013 | 2006 |
| Model | Forester | Malibu |
| Trim | 2.5 XT Touring | Maxx SS |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Hatch |
| Engine | 224hp H4 | 240hp V6 |
| Transmission | T4 | T4 |
| Drivetrain | AWD | FWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | 19/24 MPG | 19/26 MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | ?, 7 | ?, 6 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 225/55-17 | 225/50-18 |
| Total Price | $31,942 | $25,015 |
| Adjustments for Features | -4,550 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $27,392 | $25,015 |
| Total Invoice | $29,714 | $23,568 |
| Adjustments for Features | -4,233 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $25,481 | $23,568 |
Features Comparison: Subaru Forester vs. Chevrolet Malibu
| Model Year | 2013 | 2006 |
| Model | Forester | Malibu |
| Trim | 2.5 XT Touring | Maxx SS |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Hatch |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||
| 4-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $900 | $900 |
| AWD | $1700 | |
| FWD | $0 | |
| Accessories | ||
| Power-adjustable pedals | $125 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||
| Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats | $0 | |
| Brake assist | $50 | |
| Rearview camera | $200 | |
| Rollover sensor | $50 | |
| Stability control | $400 | |
| Tire-pressure monitor | $75 | |
| Cargo Management | ||
| Cargo shelf, height-adjustable | $100 | |
| Cargo tray | $40 | |
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | |
| Roof rails | $250 | |
| Climate Control | ||
| Dual-zone climate control | $125 | |
| Interior air filter | $0 | |
| Wiper de-icer | $25 | |
| Exterior | ||
| Body kit | $0 | |
| Deep-tinted rear windows | $275 | |
| Glass roof panel(s) | $300 | |
| Hood scoop | $100 | |
| Sunroof | $900 | |
| Sunroof, large | $1100 | |
| Infotainment | ||
| Aux input | $50 | |
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | $100 | |
| HD radio | $50 | |
| MP3-compatible player | $50 | |
| Rear seat audio controls | $25 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||
| Automatic headlights | $125 | |
| Automatic-off headlights | $25 | |
| Heated mirrors | $25 | |
| Illuminated visor mirror, driver | $50 | |
| Turn signals on or near mirrors | $25 | |
| Visor mirror, driver | $10 | |
| Xenon HID headlights | $500 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||
| Foldaway tray table, second row | $75 | |
| Heated front seats | $200 | |
| Leather seating surfaces | $900 | |
| Manual fore-aft adjuster, second row seats | $75 | |
| Manual height adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | |
| Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $50 | |
| Partial leather seating sufaces | $450 | |
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $100 | |
| Power recliner, driver seat | $100 | |
| Power release, second row seats | $50 | |
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||
| Alloy wheels | $350 | |
| Performance steering system (optional) | $0 | |
| Polished alloy wheels | $350 | |
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | |
| Total Value of Features | $8,000 | $3,450 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $4,550 | $0 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -4,233 | 0 |
Specifications Comparison: Subaru Forester vs. Chevrolet Malibu
| Model Year | 2013 | 2006 |
| Model | Forester | Malibu |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Hatch |
| Wheelbase | 103.0 in | 112.3 in |
| Length | 169.5 in | 187.8 in |
| Width | 70.1 in | 69.8 in |
| Height | 65.9 in | 58.1 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,440 lb. | 3,476 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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