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

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Tesla Model 3 vs. Chevrolet Malibu Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $23,490

Chevrolet Malibu SS   
Difference: $20,210

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20182006
ModelModel 3Malibu
TrimBaseSS
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $49,000 $22,865
Metallic paint (extra cost) 1,000  
Metallic paint (extra cost) 0  
Options (change) 1,000 0
Options (change) 0 0
Destination 1,200 625
Gas Tax -7,500 0
Total Price $43,700 $23,490

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Tesla Model 3 vs. Chevrolet Malibu

Lowest Adjusted Price: Chevrolet Malibu SS
Lowest Adjusted Invoice: Tesla Model 3
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $12,760
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $27,459
Model Year20182006
ModelModel 3Malibu
TrimBaseSS
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine258hp E240hp V6
TransmissionA1T4
DrivetrainRWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)136/123 MPG19/26 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, ??, 6
Tire (rear if not all the same)235/45-18225/50-18
Total Price$43,700$23,490
Adjustments for Features-7,4500
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$36,250$23,490

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Features Comparison: Tesla Model 3 vs. Chevrolet Malibu

Model Year20182006
ModelModel 3Malibu
TrimBaseSS
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
1-speed automatic$800 
4-speed manually-shiftable automatic $900
RWD$0 
FWD $0
Accessories 
Power-adjustable pedals $125
Proximity key$250 
Remote app$25 
Remote keyless entry $225
Remote start $150
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual $250
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power$350 
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Automatic braking, high-speed or partial$200 
Brake assist$50 
Forward collision warning$200 
Knee airbag, driver$75 
Knee airbag, passenger$75 
Lane departure warning$200 
Obstacle detection, front$150 
Obstacle detection, rear$250 
Rearview camera$200 
Rollover sensor$50 
Stability control$400 
Tire-pressure monitor$75 
Cargo Management 
Cargo net $40
Console with shifter $150
Console without shifter$150 
Climate Control 
Dual-zone climate control$125 
Rain-sensing wipers$175 
Rear air vents$100 
Variable intermittent wipers $75
Engine / Motor 
10 kW onboard charger$750 
75 kWh battery pack$0 
DC quick-charging capability$750 
Exterior 
Body kit $0
Bodyside moldings $75
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) $25
Glass roof panel(s)$300 
Rear spoiler $200
Infotainment 
4G LTE connectivity$0 
App support$0 
Bluetooth audio streaming$25 
Bluetooth cell phone link$100 
CD player $125
In-vehicle Internet$150 
Navigation system$600 
Range alert$0 
Surround sound$250 
Voice control for nav and audio$100 
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror$75 
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror$75 
Auto-dimming rearview mirror$150 
Digital instruments$0 
Heated mirrors$25 
Illuminated visor mirror, passenger$50 
LED headlights$1000 
Power-folding mirrors$50 
Tachometer $75
Turn signals on or near mirrors$25 
Visor mirror, passenger $10
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row$50 
Heated front seats$200 
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat $50
Memory system, driver seat$200 
Partial leather seating sufaces $450
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, driver seat$100 
Power recliner, passenger seat$100 
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat$100 
Synthetic leather seating surfaces$0 
Synthetic suede door panel trim$250 
Wood trim$300 
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Alloy wheels$350 
Electronic systems calibration selector$200 
Performance steering system (optional) $0
Polished alloy wheels $350
Sport suspension (upgrade) $0
Total Value of Features$10,725$3,275
Value of Feature Adjustments$7,450$0
Value of Feature Adjustments1,0740

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

Specifications Comparison: Tesla Model 3 vs. Chevrolet Malibu

Model Year20182006
ModelModel 3Malibu
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase113.2 in106.3 in
Length184.8 in188.3 in
Width72.8 in69.9 in
Height56.8 in57.5 in
Curb Weight3,814 lb.3,315 lb.
Fuel Capacity0.0 gal.16.3 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.6 in39.6 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room56.3 in56.7 in
Row 1 Hip Room0.0 in53.2 in
Row 1 Legroom42.7 in41.9 in
Row 2 Headroom37.7 in37.6 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room54.0 in56.1 in
Row 2 Hip Room0.0 in52.4 in
Row 2 Legroom35.2 in38.5 in
Cargo Volume15.0 ft315.4 ft3

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