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Tesla Model 3 vs. Chevrolet Malibu Limited Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Tesla Model 3 vs. Chevrolet Malibu Limited Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $32,235

Chevrolet Malibu Limited LTZ   
Difference: $11,465

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20172016
ModelModel 3Malibu Limited
TrimBaseLTZ
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $49,000 $28,420
Metallic paint (extra cost) 1,000  
Advanced Safety Package   595
Electronics and Entertainment Package   1,850
Navigation system   495
Metallic paint (extra cost) 0  
Advanced Safety Package   541
Electronics and Entertainment Package   1,684
Navigation system   450
Options (change) 1,000 2,940
Options (change) 0 2,675
Destination 1,200 875
Gas Tax -7,500 0
Total Price $43,700 $32,235

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Tesla Model 3 vs. Chevrolet Malibu Limited

Lowest Adjusted Price: Chevrolet Malibu Limited LTZ
Lowest Adjusted Invoice: Tesla Model 3
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $10,155
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $36,518
Model Year20172016
ModelModel 3Malibu Limited
TrimBaseLTZ
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine258hp E202hp I4
TransmissionA1T6
DrivetrainRWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, ??, 9
Tire (rear if not all the same)235/45-18215/60-16
Total Price$43,700$32,235
Adjustments for Features-1,3100
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$42,390$32,235

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Features Comparison: Tesla Model 3 vs. Chevrolet Malibu Limited

Model Year20172016
ModelModel 3Malibu Limited
TrimBaseLTZ
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
1-speed automatic$800 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic $1100
RWD$0 
FWD $0
Accessories 
AC power outlet $100
Proximity key$250 
Remote keyless entry $225
Remote start $150
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual $250
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power$350 
Universal garage door opener $100
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Automatic braking, high-speed or partial$200 
Blind spot warning system $200
Cross-traffic warning, rear $100
Obstacle detection, front$150 
Obstacle detection, rear$250 
Rear side airbags $300
Temporary spare tire $150
Vehicle health reports $0
Cargo Management 
Cargo net $40
Console with shifter $150
Console without shifter$150 
Overhead sunglass holder $25
Climate Control 
Interior air filter $0
Rain-sensing wipers$175 
Rear air vents$100 
Variable intermittent wipers $75
Engine / Motor 
10 kW onboard charger$750 
75 kWh battery pack$0 
Automatic start / stop $150
DC quick-charging capability$750 
Exterior 
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) $25
Glass roof panel(s)$300 
Laminated front side windows $200
Sunroof $900
Infotainment 
Aux input $50
CD player $125
In-vehicle Internet$150 
MP3-compatible player $50
Range alert$0 
Satellite radio $200
Siri Eyes Free support $0
SMS text-to-speech reader $25
Surround sound$250 
Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation $225
Voice control for external devices $0
Wi-Fi hotspot $50
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror$75 
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror$75 
Compass $0
Digital instruments$0 
Interior ambient lighting $150
LED headlights$1000 
Mirror tilt-down in reverse $25
Power-folding mirrors$50 
Tachometer $75
Seats and Interior Trim 
Leather seating surfaces $900
Memory system, driver seat$200 
Synthetic leather seating surfaces$0 
Synthetic suede door panel trim$250 
Synthetic suede headliner$650 
Wood trim$300 
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Electronic systems calibration selector$200 
Total Value of Features$7,425$6,115
Value of Feature Adjustments$1,310$0
Value of Feature Adjustments1890

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See a complete comparison of Tesla Model 3 vs. Chevrolet Malibu Limited features.

Specifications Comparison: Tesla Model 3 vs. Chevrolet Malibu Limited

Model Year20172016
ModelModel 3Malibu Limited
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase113.2 in107.8 in
Length184.8 in191.5 in
Width72.8 in73.0 in
Height56.8 in57.6 in
Curb Weight3,550 lb.3,394 lb.
Fuel Capacity0.0 gal.18.5 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.6 in39.0 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room56.3 in57.5 in
Row 1 Hip Room0.0 in55.0 in
Row 1 Legroom42.7 in42.1 in
Row 2 Headroom37.7 in37.5 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room54.0 in57.1 in
Row 2 Hip Room0.0 in54.3 in
Row 2 Legroom35.2 in36.8 in
Cargo Volume15.0 ft316.3 ft3

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See a complete comparison of Tesla Model 3 vs. Chevrolet Malibu Limited specs.

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%
Advanced Safety Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Lane departure warning system200Yes
Blind spot warning system200No
Rear cross-traffic detection100No
Forward collision warning200Yes
Total Requested40057%
Total Not Requested30043%
Electronics and Entertainment Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Sunroof900No
Universal garage door opener100No
Rearview camera200Yes
AC power outlet100No
Mirror tilt-down in reverse25No
Pioneer, 9 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Total Requested20012%
Total Not Requested147588%

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