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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: $35,530 Chevrolet Malibu LTZ | |||
| Difference: $1,432 | |||
Lowest Total Invoice: $33,346 Chevrolet Malibu LTZ | |||
| Difference: $1,102 | |||
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| Model Year | 2018 | 2018 | 2015 |
| Model | Outback | Outback | Malibu |
| Trim | 3.6R Limited | 3.6R Touring | LTZ |
| Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr Wagon | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Price | $35,395 | $38,690 | $28,320 |
| Base Invoice | $33,064 | $36,089 | $26,762 |
| Remote start | 470 | 470 | |
| All-weather floor mats | 101 | 101 | 140 |
| Cargo net | 81 | 81 | |
| 2.0L I4 | 2,160 | ||
| Advanced Safety Package | 890 | ||
| Electronics and Entertainment Package | 1,300 | ||
| Navigation system | 495 | ||
| Premium Package | 1,000 | ||
| Rear spoiler | 400 | ||
| Remote start | 352 | 352 | |
| All-weather floor mats | 65 | 65 | 123 |
| Cargo net | 52 | 52 | |
| 2.0L I4 | 2,041 | ||
| Advanced Safety Package | 783 | ||
| Electronics and Entertainment Package | 1,144 | ||
| Navigation system | 436 | ||
| Premium Package | 880 | ||
| Rear spoiler | 352 | ||
| Options (change) | 652 | 652 | 6,385 |
| Options (change) | 469 | 469 | 5,759 |
| Destination | 915 | 915 | 825 |
| Total Price | $36,962 | $40,257 | $35,530 |
| Total Invoice | $34,448 | $37,473 | $33,346 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Subaru Outback vs. Chevrolet Malibu
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Subaru Outback 3.6R Limited | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $1,268 | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $1,414 | |||
| Model Year | 2018 | 2018 | 2015 |
| Model | Outback | Outback | Malibu |
| Trim | 3.6R Limited | 3.6R Touring | LTZ |
| Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr Wagon | 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | 256hp H6 | 256hp H6 | 259hp I4 |
| Transmission | CVT-6 | CVT-6 | T6 |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | FWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | 20/27 MPG | 20/27 MPG | 21/30 MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 576, 12 | 576, 12 | ?, 9 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 225/60-18 | 225/60-18 | 245/40-19 |
| Total Price | $36,962 | $40,257 | $35,530 |
| Adjustments for Features | -2,700 | -5,840 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $34,262 | $34,417 | $35,530 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $155 | $0 |
| Total Invoice | $34,448 | $37,473 | $33,346 |
| Adjustments for Features | -2,516 | -5,436 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $31,932 | $32,037 | $33,346 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $105 | $0 |
Features Comparison: Subaru Outback vs. Chevrolet Malibu
| Model Year | 2018 | 2018 | 2015 |
| Model | Outback | Outback | Malibu |
| Trim | 3.6R Limited | 3.6R Touring | LTZ |
| Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr Wagon | 4dr Sedan |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | |||
| 6-speed manually-shiftable CVT | $1100 | $1100 | |
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | ||
| AWD | $1700 | $1700 | |
| FWD | $0 | ||
| Accessories | |||
| AC power outlet | $100 | ||
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | $850 | ||
| Cruise control | $150 | $150 | |
| Heated steering wheel | $100 | ||
| Lead vehicle start alert | $25 | ||
| PIN Code Access | $10 | $10 | |
| Power liftgate | $350 | $350 | |
| Remote app | $25 | ||
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | |||
| Automatic braking, high-speed or partial | $200 | ||
| Automatic braking, low-speed | $200 | ||
| Backup collision intervention | $150 | ||
| Forward collision warning | $200 | $200 | |
| Hill descent control | $250 | $250 | |
| Knee airbag, driver | $75 | ||
| Knee airbag, passenger | $75 | ||
| Lane departure prevention, steering-based | $200 | ||
| Lane departure warning | $200 | $200 | |
| Lane sway warning | $25 | ||
| Obstacle detection, rear | $250 | ||
| Pedestrian detection | $50 | ||
| Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system | $0 | ||
| Rear side airbags | $300 | ||
| Seat cushion airbag, driver | $75 | $75 | |
| Seat cushion airbag, passenger | $75 | $75 | |
| Torque vectoring, brake-based | $100 | $100 | |
| Cargo Management | |||
| Cargo cover | $75 | $75 | |
| Cargo tray | $40 | $40 | |
| Roof rack | $300 | ||
| Roof rails | $250 | ||
| Climate Control | |||
| Rear air vents | $100 | $100 | |
| Rear wiper | $175 | $175 | |
| Wiper de-icer | $25 | $25 | |
| Exterior | |||
| Active grille shutters | $0 | $0 | |
| Bodyside cladding (gray/black) | $250 | $250 | |
| Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) | $25 | ||
| Deep-tinted rear windows | $275 | $275 | |
| Laminated front side windows | $200 | ||
| Rear bumper protector | $40 | ||
| Infotainment | |||
| 4G LTE connectivity | $0 | ||
| Android Auto support | $100 | $100 | |
| App support | $0 | ||
| Apple CarPlay support | $100 | $100 | |
| HD radio | $50 | $50 | |
| Navigation app | $50 | ||
| Navigation map updates, three years | $0 | ||
| Navigation system | $600 | $600 | |
| Siri Eyes Free support | $0 | ||
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | $200 | $200 | |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation | $225 | ||
| Traffic + travel information | $25 | ||
| Voice control for audio system | $25 | ||
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | ||
| Voice control for nav and audio | $100 | $100 | |
| Wi-Fi hotspot | $50 | ||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | |||
| Auto-dimming headlights | $200 | ||
| LED headlights, single projector or low beam only | $750 | $750 | |
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | $25 | ||
| Steering-linked headlights | $150 | $150 | |
| Xenon HID headlights | $500 | ||
| Seats and Interior Trim | |||
| Heated second row seats | $200 | $200 | |
| Manual recliner, second row seats | $75 | $75 | |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $150 | ||
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $150 | ||
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | ||
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | ||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | |||
| Alloy wheels | $350 | ||
| Electronic systems calibration selector | $200 | $200 | |
| Machined alloy wheels | $350 | $350 | |
| Raised heavy-duty suspension | $0 | $0 | |
| Transmission | |||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | $100 | |
| Total Value of Features | $7,500 | $10,640 | $4,800 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $2,700 | $5,840 | $0 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -2,516 | -5,436 | 0 |
Specifications Comparison: Subaru Outback vs. Chevrolet Malibu
| Model Year | 2018 | 2015 |
| Model | Outback | Malibu |
| Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr Sedan |
| Wheelbase | 108.1 in | 107.8 in |
| Length | 189.9 in | 191.5 in |
| Width | 72.4 in | 73.0 in |
| Height | 66.1 in | 57.6 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,893 lb. | 3,635 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 18.5 gal. | 18.5 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 40.8 in | 39.0 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 58.1 in | 57.5 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 55.5 in | 55.0 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 42.9 in | 42.1 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 38.9 in | 37.5 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 57.3 in | 57.1 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 55.0 in | 54.3 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 38.1 in | 36.8 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 35.5 ft3 | 16.3 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 73.3 ft3 | 16.3 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Chevrolet Malibu LTZ
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 75 | Yes |
| Speed limit information | 0 | No |
| Total Requested | 675 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 259 hp@5500 295 lb-ft@3000 | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 259 hp@5500 295 lb-ft@3000 | 1000 | Yes |
| Sunroof | 900 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1900 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Advanced Safety Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Lane departure warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Rear cross-traffic detection | 100 | Yes |
| Forward collision warning | 200 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 700 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Electronics and Entertainment Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| 245/40WR19 tires | 400 | No |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Rearview camera | 200 | Yes |
| AC power outlet | 100 | No |
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | 25 | No |
| Pioneer, 9 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Total Requested | 300 | 26% |
| Total Not Requested | 875 | 74% |
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | Yes |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 950 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
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