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Subaru Legacy 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 Legacy vs. Chevrolet Malibu Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $24,300 Subaru Legacy 2.5i | |||||
| Difference: $4,050 | |||||
Lowest Total Invoice: $22,792 Subaru Legacy 2.5i | |||||
| Difference: $3,944 | |||||
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| Model Year | 2008 | 2008 | 2008 | 2008 | 2009 |
| Model | Legacy | Legacy | Legacy | Legacy | Malibu |
| Trim | 2.5i | 2.5GT Limited | 3.0R Limited | 2.5GT Spec B | LTZ |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Price | $20,495 | $28,295 | $31,295 | $33,995 | $26,880 |
| Base Invoice | $19,365 | $26,438 | $29,167 | $31,534 | $25,402 |
| Stability control | 300 | 300 | |||
| Limited Package | 2,600 | ||||
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 183 | 183 | 183 | 183 | |
| Universal garage door opener | 77 | 77 | 77 | 77 | |
| Sunroof | 800 | ||||
| Stability control | 275 | 275 | |||
| Limited Package | 2,338 | ||||
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 119 | 119 | 119 | 119 | |
| Universal garage door opener | 50 | 50 | 50 | 50 | |
| Sunroof | 664 | ||||
| Options (change) | 3,160 | 560 | 260 | 260 | 800 |
| Options (change) | 2,782 | 444 | 169 | 169 | 664 |
| Destination | 645 | 645 | 645 | 645 | 670 |
| Total Price | $24,300 | $29,500 | $32,200 | $34,900 | $28,350 |
| Total Invoice | $22,792 | $27,527 | $29,981 | $32,348 | $26,736 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Subaru Legacy vs. Chevrolet Malibu
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Subaru Legacy 2.5i | |||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $3,470 | |||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $3,397 | |||||
| Model Year | 2008 | 2008 | 2008 | 2008 | 2009 |
| Model | Legacy | Legacy | Legacy | Legacy | Malibu |
| Trim | 2.5i | 2.5GT Limited | 3.0R Limited | 2.5GT Spec B | LTZ |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | 170hp H4 | 243hp H4 | 245hp H6 | 243hp H4 | 169hp I4 |
| Transmission | M5 | M5 | T5 | M6 | T6 |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | AWD | AWD | FWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 100, 6 | 100, 6 | 100, 6 | 100, 6 | 210, 8 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 205/50-17 | 215/45-17 | 215/45-18 | 215/45-18 | 225/50-18 |
| Total Price | $24,300 | $29,500 | $32,200 | $34,900 | $28,350 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -1,100 | -2,700 | -2,125 | -580 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $24,300 | $28,400 | $29,500 | $32,775 | $27,770 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $4,100 | $5,200 | $8,475 | $0 |
| Total Invoice | $22,792 | $27,527 | $29,981 | $32,348 | $26,736 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -1,026 | -2,514 | -1,970 | -547 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $22,792 | $26,501 | $27,467 | $30,378 | $26,189 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $3,709 | $4,675 | $7,586 | $0 |
Features Comparison: Subaru Legacy vs. Chevrolet Malibu
| Model Year | 2008 | 2008 | 2008 | 2008 | 2009 |
| Model | Legacy | Legacy | Legacy | Legacy | Malibu |
| Trim | 2.5i | 2.5GT Limited | 3.0R Limited | 2.5GT Spec B | LTZ |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | |||||
| 5-speed manual | $0 | $0 | |||
| 5-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1000 | ||||
| 6-speed manual | $150 | ||||
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | ||||
| AWD | $1700 | $1700 | $1700 | $1700 | |
| FWD | $0 | ||||
| Accessories | |||||
| Remote start | $150 | ||||
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | |||||
| Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Brake assist | $50 | ||||
| Cargo Management | |||||
| Cargo mat | $40 | ||||
| Cargo net | $40 | ||||
| Rear seat pass-through | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Climate Control | |||||
| Dual-zone climate control | $125 | $125 | $125 | $125 | |
| Interior air filter | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Wiper de-icer | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Drivetrain | |||||
| Limited-slip rear differential | $300 | $300 | $300 | ||
| Exterior | |||||
| Body kit | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Bodyside moldings | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Hood scoop | $100 | $100 | |||
| Laminated front side windows | $200 | ||||
| Infotainment | |||||
| Audio controls on steering wheel | $125 | $125 | $125 | $125 | |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | $100 | ||||
| Navigation system | $600 | $600 | |||
| Satellite radio | $200 | ||||
| Surround sound | $250 | $250 | $250 | $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 | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Interior ambient lighting | $150 | ||||
| Trip computer | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Turn signals on or near mirrors | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Seats and Interior Trim | |||||
| Center armrest(s), second row | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Door sill trim plates | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Memory system, driver seat | $200 | ||||
| Metal pedals | $75 | ||||
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | ||||
| Power recliner, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | ||||
| Synthetic suede inserts in leather seating surfaces | $0 | ||||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | |||||
| Electronic systems calibration selector | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | $0 | |||
| Transmission | |||||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | $100 | |||
| Total Value of Features | $2,500 | $3,600 | $5,200 | $4,625 | $3,080 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $1,100 | $2,700 | $2,125 | $580 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | -1,026 | -2,514 | -1,970 | -547 |
Specifications Comparison: Subaru Legacy vs. Chevrolet Malibu
| Model Year | 2008 | 2009 |
| Model | Legacy | Malibu |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Wheelbase | 105.1 in | 112.3 in |
| Length | 186.2 in | 191.8 in |
| Width | 68.1 in | 70.3 in |
| Height | 56.1 in | 57.1 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,251 lb. | 3,451 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 16.9 gal. | 16.0 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 39.5 in | 39.4 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 54.4 in | 55.9 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 51.0 in | 53.0 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 44.1 in | 42.2 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 36.5 in | 37.2 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 53.7 in | 53.9 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 52.6 in | 52.1 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 33.9 in | 37.6 in |
| Cargo Volume | 11.4 ft3 | 15.1 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Subaru Legacy 2.5i
| Limited Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Automatic climate control, front | 200 | Yes |
| Heated mirrors | 25 | Yes |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| CD changer, in-dash | 200 | Yes |
| Fog lights | 125 | Yes |
| Leather-wrapped steering wheel | 150 | Yes |
| Dual-zone climate control | 125 | No |
| Surround sound | 250 | No |
| Wiper de-icer | 25 | No |
| Sunroof | 900 | Yes |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power height adjuster, driver seat | 50 | Yes |
| Power tilt adjuster, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power recliner, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 3050 | 88% |
| Total Not Requested | 400 | 12% |
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