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Subaru Outback 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 Outback vs. Chevrolet Malibu Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $30,297 Subaru Outback 2.5i L.L. Bean | ||||||
| Difference: $78 | ||||||
Lowest Total Invoice: $28,235 Subaru Outback 2.5i L.L. Bean | ||||||
| Difference: $739 | ||||||
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| Model Year | 2008 | 2008 | 2008 | 2018 | 2018 | 2018 |
| Model | Outback | Outback | Outback | Malibu | Malibu | Malibu |
| Trim | 2.5i L.L. Bean | 2.5 XT Limited | 3.0R L.L. Bean | LT | Premier | Hybrid |
| Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr Wagon | 4dr Wagon | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Price | $26,295 | $30,995 | $31,495 | $25,125 | $30,975 | $27,875 |
| Base Invoice | $24,659 | $28,795 | $29,350 | $24,120 | $29,736 | $26,760 |
| Stability control | 300 | |||||
| Limited Package | 2,700 | |||||
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 183 | 183 | ||||
| Cargo net | 42 | 42 | 42 | 65 | 65 | 65 |
| All-weather floor mats | 55 | 55 | 55 | 140 | 140 | 140 |
| Universal garage door opener | 77 | 77 | 77 | |||
| Navigation system | 2,000 | 2,000 | 495 | 495 | ||
| Convenience and Technology Package | 895 | 895 | ||||
| Sun and Wheels Package | 1,300 | 2,270 | ||||
| Leather Package | 1,395 | 1,395 | ||||
| Door sill trim plates | 85 | 85 | ||||
| Driver Confidence Package | 1,195 | |||||
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,150 | |||||
| Stability control | 275 | |||||
| Limited Package | 2,426 | |||||
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 119 | 119 | ||||
| Cargo net | 28 | 28 | 28 | 59 | 59 | 59 |
| All-weather floor mats | 33 | 33 | 33 | 127 | 127 | 127 |
| Universal garage door opener | 50 | 50 | 50 | |||
| Navigation system | 1,822 | 1,822 | 450 | 450 | ||
| Convenience and Technology Package | 814 | 814 | ||||
| Sun and Wheels Package | 1,183 | 2,066 | ||||
| Leather Package | 1,269 | 1,269 | ||||
| Door sill trim plates | 77 | 77 | ||||
| Driver Confidence Package | 1,087 | |||||
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,047 | |||||
| Options (change) | 3,357 | 2,357 | 2,174 | 4,375 | 2,475 | 5,420 |
| Options (change) | 2,931 | 2,052 | 1,933 | 3,979 | 2,252 | 4,930 |
| Destination | 645 | 645 | 645 | 875 | 875 | 875 |
| Total Price | $30,297 | $33,997 | $34,314 | $30,375 | $34,325 | $34,170 |
| Total Invoice | $28,235 | $31,492 | $31,928 | $28,974 | $32,863 | $32,565 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Subaru Outback vs. Chevrolet Malibu
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Subaru Outback 2.5i L.L. Bean | ||||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $713 | ||||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $1,331 | ||||||
| Model Year | 2008 | 2008 | 2008 | 2018 | 2018 | 2018 |
| Model | Outback | Outback | Outback | Malibu | Malibu | Malibu |
| Trim | 2.5i L.L. Bean | 2.5 XT Limited | 3.0R L.L. Bean | LT | Premier | Hybrid |
| Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr Wagon | 4dr Wagon | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | 170hp H4 | 243hp H4 | 245hp H6 | 163hp I4 | 250hp I4 | 122hp I4 H |
| Transmission | T4 | M5 | T5 | T6 | T9 | CVT |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | AWD | FWD | FWD | FWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 100, 6 | 100, 6 | 100, 6 | ?, 9 | ?, 9 | ?, 9 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 225/55-17 | 225/55-17 | 225/55-17 | 245/45-18 | 245/40-19 | 225/55-17 |
| Total Price | $30,297 | $33,997 | $34,314 | $30,375 | $34,325 | $34,170 |
| Adjustments for Features | -635 | -210 | -1,335 | 0 | -990 | -1,900 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $29,662 | $33,787 | $32,979 | $30,375 | $33,335 | $32,270 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $4,125 | $3,317 | $0 | $2,960 | $1,895 |
| Total Invoice | $28,235 | $31,492 | $31,928 | $28,974 | $32,863 | $32,565 |
| Adjustments for Features | -592 | -195 | -1,242 | 0 | -948 | -1,811 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $27,643 | $31,297 | $30,686 | $28,974 | $31,915 | $30,754 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $3,654 | $3,043 | $0 | $2,941 | $1,780 |
Features Comparison: Subaru Outback vs. Chevrolet Malibu
| Model Year | 2008 | 2008 | 2008 | 2018 | 2018 | 2018 |
| Model | Outback | Outback | Outback | Malibu | Malibu | Malibu |
| Trim | 2.5i L.L. Bean | 2.5 XT Limited | 3.0R L.L. Bean | LT | Premier | Hybrid |
| Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr Wagon | 4dr Wagon | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||||||
| 4-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $900 | |||||
| 5-speed manual | $0 | |||||
| 5-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1000 | |||||
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | |||||
| 9-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1400 | |||||
| CVT | $1000 | |||||
| AWD | $1700 | $1700 | $1700 | |||
| FWD | $0 | $0 | $0 | |||
| Accessories | ||||||
| AC power outlet | $100 | $100 | $100 | |||
| Heated steering wheel | $100 | |||||
| Proximity key | $250 | $250 | $250 | |||
| Remote app | $25 | $25 | $25 | |||
| Remote start | $150 | $150 | $150 | |||
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||||||
| Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats | $0 | $0 | $0 | |||
| Automatic braking, low-speed | $200 | |||||
| Blind spot warning system | $200 | |||||
| Brake assist | $50 | $50 | $50 | |||
| Cross-traffic warning, rear | $100 | |||||
| Following distance indicator | $25 | |||||
| Forward collision warning | $200 | |||||
| Knee airbag, driver | $75 | $75 | $75 | |||
| Knee airbag, passenger | $75 | $75 | $75 | |||
| Lane departure prevention, steering-based | $200 | |||||
| Lane departure warning | $200 | |||||
| Obstacle detection, front | $150 | |||||
| Obstacle detection, rear | $250 | |||||
| Pedestrian detection | $50 | |||||
| Rear side airbags | $300 | $300 | $300 | |||
| Rearview camera | $200 | $200 | $200 | |||
| Rollover sensor | $50 | $50 | $50 | |||
| Safety key | $5 | $5 | $5 | |||
| Temporary spare tire | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Vehicle health reports | $0 | $0 | $0 | |||
| Cargo Management | ||||||
| Cargo cover | $75 | $75 | $75 | |||
| Cargo mat | $40 | |||||
| Cargo tray | $40 | $40 | $40 | |||
| Roof rack | $300 | $300 | $300 | |||
| Trailering equipment (4 wire) | $125 | $125 | $125 | |||
| Climate Control | ||||||
| Automatic climate control, front | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Dual-zone climate control | $125 | $125 | $125 | $125 | $125 | |
| Rear air vents | $100 | $100 | $100 | |||
| Rear wiper | $175 | $175 | $175 | |||
| Wiper de-icer | $25 | $25 | $25 | |||
| Drivetrain | ||||||
| Limited-slip rear differential | $300 | $300 | $300 | |||
| Engine / Motor | ||||||
| Automatic start / stop | $150 | $150 | ||||
| Exterior | ||||||
| Active grille shutters | $0 | $0 | ||||
| Bodyside cladding | $350 | $350 | $350 | |||
| Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) | $25 | |||||
| Hood scoop | $100 | |||||
| Laminated front side windows | $200 | $200 | $200 | |||
| Panoramic sunroof | $1200 | $1200 | $1200 | |||
| Rear spoiler | $200 | $200 | $200 | |||
| Sunroof, large | $1100 | $1100 | $1100 | |||
| Wheel-lip moldings | $75 | $75 | $75 | |||
| Infotainment | ||||||
| 4G LTE connectivity | $0 | $0 | $0 | |||
| Android Auto support | $100 | $100 | $100 | |||
| App support | $0 | $0 | $0 | |||
| Apple CarPlay support | $100 | $100 | $100 | |||
| Audio controls on steering wheel | $125 | $125 | $125 | $125 | ||
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | $25 | $25 | |||
| Bluetooth cell phone link | $100 | $100 | $100 | |||
| CD changer, in-dash | $325 | $325 | $325 | |||
| MP3-compatible player | $50 | $50 | $50 | |||
| Satellite radio | $200 | $200 | $200 | |||
| SMS text-to-speech reader | $25 | $25 | $25 | |||
| Surround sound | $250 | $250 | $250 | |||
| Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation | $225 | $225 | $225 | |||
| USB port | $25 | $25 | $25 | |||
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | $0 | $0 | |||
| Voice control for nav and audio | $100 | $100 | $100 | |||
| Wi-Fi hotspot | $50 | $50 | $50 | |||
| Wireless charging station | $75 | $75 | $75 | |||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||||||
| Auto-dimming headlights | $200 | |||||
| Automatic headlights | $125 | $125 | $125 | |||
| Automatic-off headlights | $25 | $25 | $25 | |||
| Detailed driving style feedback | $100 | |||||
| Fog lights | $125 | $125 | $125 | |||
| Interior ambient lighting | $150 | $150 | $150 | |||
| Large energy flow and fuel economy display | $25 | |||||
| Tachometer | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Turn signals on or near mirrors | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||||||
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | $300 | |||||
| Door sill trim plates | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $50 | $50 | $50 | |||
| Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | ||||
| Memory system, driver seat | $200 | |||||
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | |||
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | |||
| Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | |||
| Upgraded floor mats | $0 | |||||
| Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | |||||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||||||
| Electronic systems calibration selector | $200 | $200 | ||||
| Raised heavy-duty suspension | $0 | $0 | $0 | |||
| Transmission | ||||||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | |||||
| Total Value of Features | $6,890 | $6,465 | $7,590 | $6,255 | $7,245 | $8,155 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $635 | $210 | $1,335 | $0 | $990 | $1,900 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -592 | -195 | -1,242 | 0 | -948 | -1,811 |
Specifications Comparison: Subaru Outback vs. Chevrolet Malibu
| Model Year | 2008 | 2018 |
| Model | Outback | Malibu |
| Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr Sedan |
| Wheelbase | 105.1 in | 111.4 in |
| Length | 188.7 in | 193.8 in |
| Width | 69.7 in | 73.0 in |
| Height | 63.2 in | 57.7 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,331 lb. | 3,087 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 16.9 gal. | 15.8 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 40.5 in | 39.1 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 54.4 in | 58.5 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 51.0 in | 54.1 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 44.1 in | 42.0 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 39.1 in | 37.5 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 53.7 in | 57.1 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 52.6 in | 53.4 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 33.9 in | 38.1 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 33.5 ft3 | 15.8 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 66.2 ft3 | 15.8 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Subaru Outback 2.5i L.L. Bean
| Limited Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Center armrest(s), second row | 50 | Yes |
| Leather-wrapped steering wheel | 150 | Yes |
| Sunroof, large | 1100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 2400 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
Option Package Details
Chevrolet Malibu LT
| 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% |
| Convenience and Technology Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Leather-wrapped steering wheel | 150 | Yes |
| AC power outlet | 100 | No |
| Remote start | 150 | No |
| Wireless charging station | 75 | No |
| Total Requested | 300 | 48% |
| Total Not Requested | 325 | 52% |
| Sun and Wheels Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| 245/45R18 tires | 400 | No |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Panoramic sunroof | 1200 | No |
| Total Requested | 100 | 6% |
| Total Not Requested | 1600 | 94% |
| Leather Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | No |
| Bose, 9 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Total Requested | 1300 | 72% |
| Total Not Requested | 500 | 28% |
Option Package Details
Chevrolet Malibu Premier
| Sun and Wheels Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Panoramic sunroof | 1200 | No |
| 245/40R19 tires | 400 | No |
| Upgraded floor mats | 0 | No |
| Total Requested | 100 | 6% |
| Total Not Requested | 1600 | 94% |
Option Package Details
Chevrolet Malibu Hybrid
| Panoramic sunroof | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Panoramic sunroof | 1200 | No |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 100 | 8% |
| Total Not Requested | 1200 | 92% |
| 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% |
| Convenience and Technology Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Leather-wrapped steering wheel | 150 | Yes |
| AC power outlet | 100 | No |
| Remote start | 150 | No |
| Wireless charging station | 75 | No |
| Total Requested | 300 | 48% |
| Total Not Requested | 325 | 52% |
| Driver Confidence Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Obstacle detection, front | 150 | No |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | No |
| Auto-dimming headlights | 200 | No |
| Lane departure warning | 200 | No |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | No |
| Cross-traffic warning, rear | 100 | No |
| Automatic braking, low-speed | 200 | No |
| Forward collision warning | 200 | No |
| Lane departure prevention, steering-based | 200 | No |
| Pedestrian detection | 50 | No |
| Following distance indicator | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Total Not Requested | 1775 | 100% |
| Leather Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | No |
| Bose, 9 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Total Requested | 1300 | 72% |
| Total Not Requested | 500 | 28% |
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