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Subaru WRX vs. Chevrolet Malibu Limited Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Subaru WRX vs. Chevrolet Malibu Limited Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $32,040

Chevrolet Malibu Limited LTZ   
Difference: $549

Lowest Total Invoice: $30,230

Chevrolet Malibu Limited LTZ   
Difference: $294

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year201720172016
ModelWRXWRXMalibu Limited
TrimLimitedSTI LimitedLTZ
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $30,995 $39,995 $28,420
Base Invoice $29,154 $37,750 $26,857
Auto-dimming rearview mirror 165 165  
Remote start 469    
Cargo net 55 55  
Universal garage door opener 85 85  
Electronics and Entertainment Package     1,850
Navigation system     495
Rear spoiler     400
Auto-dimming rearview mirror 107 107  
Remote start 351    
Cargo net 36 36  
Universal garage door opener 56 56  
Electronics and Entertainment Package     1,684
Navigation system     450
Rear spoiler     364
Options (change) 774 305 2,745
Options (change) 550 199 2,498
Destination 820 820 875
Total Price $32,589 $41,120 $32,040
Total Invoice $30,524 $38,769 $30,230

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Subaru WRX vs. Chevrolet Malibu Limited

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Chevrolet Malibu Limited LTZ
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $1,424
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $1,120
Model Year201720172016
ModelWRXWRXMalibu Limited
TrimLimitedSTI LimitedLTZ
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine268hp H4305hp H4202hp I4
TransmissionM6M6T6
DrivetrainAWDAWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 6440, 9?, 9
Tire (rear if not all the same)245/40-18245/40-18215/60-16
Total Price$32,589$41,120$32,040
Adjustments for Features0-2,410-875
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$32,589$38,710$31,165
Cost Above Minimum$0$6,121$0
Total Invoice$30,524$38,769$30,230
Adjustments for Features0-2,272-826
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$30,524$36,497$29,404
Cost Above Minimum$0$5,973$0

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Features Comparison: Subaru WRX vs. Chevrolet Malibu Limited

Model Year201720172016
ModelWRXWRXMalibu Limited
TrimLimitedSTI LimitedLTZ
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manual$150$150 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic  $1100
AWD$1700$1700 
FWD  $0
Accessories 
AC power outlet  $100
PIN Code Access $10 
Proximity key $250 
Remote app  $25
Remote start$150 $150
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats$0$0 
Blind spot warning system $200 
Cross-traffic warning, rear $100 
Knee airbag, passenger  $75
Rear side airbags  $300
Torque vectoring, brake-based$100$100 
Cargo Management 
Overhead sunglass holder  $25
Climate Control 
Dual-zone climate control $125$125
Wiper de-icer$25$25 
Drivetrain 
Adjustable center differential $275 
Limited-slip front differential $500 
Limited-slip rear differential $300 
Engine / Motor 
Automatic start / stop  $150
Exterior 
Body kit$0$0 
Front splitter spoiler$200$200 
Hood scoop$100$100 
Laminated front side windows  $200
Infotainment 
4G LTE connectivity  $0
CD player  $125
MP3-compatible player  $50
Navigation map updates, three years $0 
Navigation system $600$600
Telematics service, such as OnStar$200$200 
Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation  $225
Traffic + travel information$25$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 
Boost gauge$75$75 
Interior ambient lighting  $150
LED headlights, single projector or low beam only$750$750 
Mirror tilt-down in reverse  $25
Turn signals on or near mirrors $25$25
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row  $50
Door sill trim plates $100$100
Metal pedals$75$75 
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat  $150
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat  $150
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat  $100
Power height adjuster, passenger seat  $100
Power recliner, passenger seat  $100
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat  $100
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Performance steering system (optional) $0 
Sport suspension (upgrade)$0  
Ultra-sport suspension (upgrade) $0 
Total Value of Features$3,575$5,985$4,450
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$2,410$875
Value of Feature Adjustments0-2,272-826

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Specifications Comparison: Subaru WRX vs. Chevrolet Malibu Limited

Model Year20172016
ModelWRXMalibu Limited
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase104.3 in107.8 in
Length180.9 in191.5 in
Width70.7 in73.0 in
Height58.1 in57.6 in
Curb Weight3,268 lb.3,394 lb.
Fuel Capacity15.9 gal.18.5 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.8 in39.0 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room55.6 in57.5 in
Row 1 Hip Room52.2 in55.0 in
Row 1 Legroom43.3 in42.1 in
Row 2 Headroom37.1 in37.5 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room54.2 in57.1 in
Row 2 Hip Room53.1 in54.3 in
Row 2 Legroom35.4 in36.8 in
Cargo Volume12.0 ft316.3 ft3

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Option Package Details
Chevrolet Malibu Limited LTZ

Navigation system
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
Voice control for nav and audio75Yes
Speed limit information0No
Total Requested675100%
Total Not Requested00%
Electronics and Entertainment Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Sunroof900Yes
AC power outlet100No
Mirror tilt-down in reverse25No
Universal garage door opener100Yes
Rearview camera200Yes
Pioneer, 9 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Total Requested120072%
Total Not Requested47528%

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