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Subaru Outback vs. Chevrolet Malibu Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Subaru Outback vs. Chevrolet Malibu Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $32,245

Chevrolet Malibu Premier   
Difference: $1,150

Lowest Total Invoice: $30,970

Chevrolet Malibu Premier   
Difference: $219

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20132018
ModelOutbackMalibu
Trim3.6RPremier
Body4dr Wagon4dr Sedan
Base Price $28,495 $30,975
Base Invoice $26,643 $29,736
Limited Package 3,600  
Auto-dimming rearview mirror 186  
Illuminated door sill trim plates 319 395
Limited Package 3,391  
Auto-dimming rearview mirror 121  
Illuminated door sill trim plates 239 359
Options (change) 4,105 395
Options (change) 3,751 359
Destination 795 875
Total Price $33,395 $32,245
Total Invoice $31,189 $30,970

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Subaru Outback vs. Chevrolet Malibu

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Chevrolet Malibu Premier
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $1,230
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $296
Model Year20132018
ModelOutbackMalibu
Trim3.6RPremier
Body4dr Wagon4dr Sedan
Engine256hp H6250hp I4
TransmissionT5T9
DrivetrainAWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)18/25 MPG22/32 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)440, 9?, 9
Tire (rear if not all the same)225/60-17245/45-18
Total Price$33,395$32,245
Adjustments for Features0-80
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$33,395$32,165
Total Invoice$31,189$30,970
Adjustments for Features0-77
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$31,189$30,893

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Features Comparison: Subaru Outback vs. Chevrolet Malibu

Model Year20132018
ModelOutbackMalibu
Trim3.6RPremier
Body4dr Wagon4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
5-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1000 
9-speed manually-shiftable automatic $1400
AWD$1700 
FWD $0
Accessories 
AC power outlet $100
Heated steering wheel $100
Proximity key $250
Remote app $25
Remote start $150
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats$0 
Knee airbag, driver $75
Knee airbag, passenger $75
Rear side airbags $300
Rearview camera $200
Safety key $5
Temporary spare tire$150 
Vehicle health reports $0
Cargo Management 
Cargo cover$75 
Cargo mat $40
Cargo tray$40 
Overhead sunglass holder$25 
Roof rack$300 
Trailering equipment (4 wire)$125 
Climate Control 
Rear wiper$175 
Wiper de-icer$25 
Exterior 
Bodyside cladding (gray/black)$250 
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) $25
Deep-tinted rear windows$275 
Laminated front side windows $200
Rear spoiler$200 
Infotainment 
4G LTE connectivity $0
Android Auto support $100
App support $0
Apple CarPlay support $100
CD player$125 
HD radio$50 
MP3-compatible player$50 
Navigation system $600
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
Wireless charging station $75
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Fog lights$125 
Turn signals on or near mirrors $25
Seats and Interior Trim 
Cooled or ventilated front seats $300
Manual recliner, second row seats$75 
Memory system, driver seat $200
Power height adjuster, passenger seat $100
Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat $100
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Raised heavy-duty suspension$0 
Transmission 
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls$100 
Total Value of Features$4,865$4,945
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$80
Value of Feature Adjustments0-77

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

Specifications Comparison: Subaru Outback vs. Chevrolet Malibu

Model Year20132018
ModelOutbackMalibu
Body4dr Wagon4dr Sedan
Wheelbase107.9 in111.4 in
Length189.0 in193.8 in
Width71.7 in73.0 in
Height65.7 in57.7 in
Curb Weight3,613 lb.3,388 lb.
Fuel Capacity18.5 gal.15.8 gal.
Row 1 Headroom40.8 in39.1 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room56.3 in58.5 in
Row 1 Hip Room0.0 in54.1 in
Row 1 Legroom43.0 in42.0 in
Row 2 Headroom39.3 in37.5 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room56.1 in57.1 in
Row 2 Hip Room0.0 in53.4 in
Row 2 Legroom37.8 in38.1 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum		34.3 ft315.8 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum		71.3 ft315.8 ft3

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

Option Package Details
Subaru Outback 3.6R

Limited Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Automatic climate control, front200Yes
Power recliner, passenger seat100Yes
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Satellite radio200Yes
Dual-zone climate control125Yes
Rear air vents100Yes
HD radio50No
Door sill trim plates100Yes
Harman/Kardon, 440W, 9 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power height adjuster, driver seat50Yes
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power recliner, driver seat100Yes
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat50Yes
Leather-wrapped steering wheel150Yes
Heated mirrors25Yes
Heated front seats200Yes
Wiper de-icer25No
225/60R17 tires400No
Total Requested260076%
Total Not Requested82524%

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