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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: $34,810

Chevrolet Malibu LTZ   
Difference: $8,890

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20182014
ModelModel 3Malibu
TrimBaseLTZ
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $49,000 $27,790
Metallic paint (extra cost) 1,000  
Premium Package   1,000
Advanced Safety Package   890
Electronics and Entertainment Package   1,350
Navigation system   795
2.0L I4   2,160
Metallic paint (extra cost) 0  
Premium Package   880
Advanced Safety Package   783
Electronics and Entertainment Package   1,188
Navigation system   700
2.0L I4   2,041
Options (change) 1,000 6,195
Options (change) 0 5,592
Destination 1,200 825
Gas Tax -7,500 0
Total Price $43,700 $34,810

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Tesla Model 3 vs. Chevrolet Malibu

Lowest Adjusted Price: Chevrolet Malibu LTZ
Lowest Adjusted Invoice: Tesla Model 3
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $8,955
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $38,918
Model Year20182014
ModelModel 3Malibu
TrimBaseLTZ
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine258hp E259hp I4
TransmissionA1T6
DrivetrainRWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)136/123 MPG21/30 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, ??, 9
Tire (rear if not all the same)235/45-18245/40-19
Total Price$43,700$34,810
Adjustments for Features0-65
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$43,700$34,745

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Features Comparison: Tesla Model 3 vs. Chevrolet Malibu

Model Year20182014
ModelModel 3Malibu
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
Remote app$25 
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
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 
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 
4G LTE connectivity$0 
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
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
Xenon HID headlights $500
Seats and Interior Trim 
Leather seating surfaces $900
Synthetic leather seating surfaces$0 
Synthetic suede door panel trim$250 
Wood trim$300 
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Electronic systems calibration selector$200 
Total Value of Features$6,350$6,415
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$65
Value of Feature Adjustments0-61

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Specifications Comparison: Tesla Model 3 vs. Chevrolet Malibu

Model Year20182014
ModelModel 3Malibu
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase113.2 in107.8 in
Length184.8 in191.5 in
Width72.8 in73.0 in
Height56.8 in57.6 in
Curb Weight3,814 lb.3,635 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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Option Package Details
Chevrolet Malibu LTZ

Navigation system
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
Voice control for nav and audio75Yes
Speed limit information0No
Total Requested675100%
Total Not Requested00%
Premium Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Xenon HID headlights500Yes
Memory system, driver seat200Yes
Proximity key250Yes
Total Requested950100%
Total Not Requested00%
Advanced Safety Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Lane departure warning system200Yes
Blind spot warning system200No
Rear cross-traffic detection100No
Forward collision alert200Yes
Total Requested40057%
Total Not Requested30043%
Electronics and Entertainment Package
FeatureValueRequested?
245/40WR19 tires400No
Universal garage door opener100No
Rearview camera200Yes
AC power outlet100No
Mirror tilt-down in reverse25No
Pioneer, 9 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Total Requested20017%
Total Not Requested97583%
turbocharged
2.0L I4
DOHC-4v
259 hp@5500
295 lb-ft@3000
FeatureValueRequested?
turbocharged
2.0L I4
DOHC-4v
259 hp@5500
295 lb-ft@3000
1000Yes
Sunroof900No
Total Requested100053%
Total Not Requested90047%

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