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Subaru Forester vs. Chevrolet Malibu Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Subaru Forester vs. Chevrolet Malibu Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $30,960

Chevrolet Malibu LTZ   
Difference: $1,119

Lowest Total Invoice: $29,299

Chevrolet Malibu LTZ   
Difference: $504

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20132012
ModelForesterMalibu
Trim2.5 XT TouringLTZ
Body4dr SUV4dr Sedan
Base Price $29,995 $28,600
Base Invoice $28,084 $27,027
Auto-dimming rearview mirror 185  
Bodyside moldings 240  
Remote start 432  
Satellite radio 432  
3.6L V6   1,600
Auto-dimming rearview mirror 120  
Bodyside moldings 156  
Remote start 324  
Satellite radio 324  
3.6L V6   1,512
Options (change) 1,289 1,600
Options (change) 924 1,512
Destination 795 760
Total Price $32,079 $30,960
Total Invoice $29,803 $29,299

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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: $2,026
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $2,418
Model Year20132012
ModelForesterMalibu
Trim2.5 XT TouringLTZ
Body4dr SUV4dr Sedan
Engine224hp H4252hp V6
TransmissionT4T6
DrivetrainAWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)19/24 MPG17/26 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 7?, 8
Tire (rear if not all the same)225/55-17225/50-18
Total Price$32,079$30,960
Adjustments for Features-3,1450
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$28,934$30,960
Total Invoice$29,803$29,299
Adjustments for Features-2,9220
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$26,881$29,299

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Features Comparison: Subaru Forester vs. Chevrolet Malibu

Model Year20132012
ModelForesterMalibu
Trim2.5 XT TouringLTZ
Body4dr SUV4dr 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
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats$0 
Rearview camera$200 
Rollover sensor$50 
Cargo Management 
Cargo mat $40
Cargo tray$40 
Overhead sunglass holder$25 
Roof rails$250 
Climate Control 
Dual-zone climate control$125 
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 
Bluetooth audio streaming$25 
HD radio$50 
Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation $225
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
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 
Xenon HID headlights$500 
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row$50 
Door sill trim plates $100
Foldaway tray table, second row$75 
Manual height adjuster, passenger 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 release, second row seats$50 
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat $100
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Performance steering system (optional) $0
Total Value of Features$6,335$3,190
Value of Feature Adjustments$3,145$0
Value of Feature Adjustments-2,9220

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See a complete comparison of Subaru Forester vs. Chevrolet Malibu features.

Specifications Comparison: Subaru Forester vs. Chevrolet Malibu

Model Year20132012
ModelForesterMalibu
Body4dr SUV4dr Sedan
Wheelbase103.0 in112.3 in
Length169.5 in191.8 in
Width70.1 in70.3 in
Height65.9 in57.1 in
Curb Weight3,440 lb.3,645 lb.
Fuel Capacity16.9 gal.16.0 gal.
Row 1 Headroom41.6 in39.4 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room56.1 in55.9 in
Row 1 Hip Room0.0 in53.0 in
Row 1 Legroom43.1 in42.2 in
Row 2 Headroom40.0 in37.2 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room55.6 in53.9 in
Row 2 Hip Room0.0 in52.1 in
Row 2 Legroom38.0 in37.6 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum		33.5 ft315.1 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum		68.3 ft315.1 ft3

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See a complete comparison of Subaru Forester vs. Chevrolet Malibu specs.

Option Package Details
Chevrolet Malibu LTZ

3.6L V6
DOHC-4v
252 hp@6300
251 lb-ft@3200
FeatureValueRequested?
3.6L V6
DOHC-4v
252 hp@6300
251 lb-ft@3200		1000Yes
Performance steering system (optional)250No
Total Requested100080%
Total Not Requested25020%

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