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Tesla Model S vs. Chevrolet Malibu Classic Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Tesla Model S vs. Chevrolet Malibu Classic Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $22,595

Chevrolet Malibu Classic LT   
Difference: $46,725

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year201420142008
ModelModel SModel SMalibu Classic
TrimBasePerformanceLT
Body4dr Hatch4dr Hatch4dr Sedan
Base Price $69,900 $93,400 $20,320
Metallic paint (extra cost) 750 750  
Satellite radio 0 0 200
Panoramic sunroof 2,500 2,500  
Ultra High Fidelity Sound Package 2,500 2,500  
Front Seating Package     450
Rear spoiler     175
Sunroof     800
Metallic paint (extra cost) 0 0  
Satellite radio 0 0 166
Panoramic sunroof 0 0  
Ultra High Fidelity Sound Package 0 0  
Front Seating Package     374
Rear spoiler     145
Sunroof     664
Options (change) 5,750 5,750 1,625
Options (change) 0 0 1,349
Destination 1,170 1,170 650
Gas Tax -7,500 -7,500 0
Total Price $69,320 $92,820 $22,595

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Tesla Model S vs. Chevrolet Malibu Classic

Lowest Adjusted Price: Chevrolet Malibu Classic LT
Lowest Adjusted Invoice: Tesla Model S
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $41,450
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $27,151
Model Year201420142008
ModelModel SModel SMalibu Classic
TrimBasePerformanceLT
Body4dr Hatch4dr Hatch4dr Sedan
Engine302hp E416hp E219hp V6
TransmissionA1A1T4
DrivetrainRWDRWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)580, 12580, 12?, 6
Tire (rear if not all the same)245/45-19245/45-19215/60-16
Total Price$69,320$92,820$22,595
Adjustments for Features-5,275-7,3000
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$64,045$85,520$22,595
Cost Above Minimum$0$21,475$0

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Features Comparison: Tesla Model S vs. Chevrolet Malibu Classic

Model Year201420142008
ModelModel SModel SMalibu Classic
TrimBasePerformanceLT
Body4dr Hatch4dr Hatch4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
1-speed automatic$800$800 
4-speed manually-shiftable automatic  $900
RWD$0$0 
FWD  $0
Accessories 
Remote app$25$25 
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual  $250
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power$350$350 
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Front side airbags$350$350 
Knee airbag, driver$75$75 
Knee airbag, passenger$75$75 
Rearview camera$200$200 
Rollover sensor$50$50 
Stability control$400$400 
Temporary spare tire  $150
Cargo Management 
Cargo mat$40$40 
Console with shifter  $150
Console without shifter$150$150 
Climate Control 
Automatic climate control, front$200$200 
Dual-zone climate control$125$125 
Interior air filter$0$0 
Rain-sensing wipers$175$175 
Rear air vents$100$100 
Variable intermittent wipers  $75
Engine / Motor 
10 kW onboard charger$750$750 
60 kWh battery pack$0  
85 kWh battery pack $0 
DC quick-charging capability, free proprietary network $1000 
High-performance inverter $0 
Exterior 
Bodyside moldings  $75
Carbon fiber rear spoiler $300 
Painted brake calipers (optional) $0 
Panoramic sunroof$1200$1200 
Rear spoiler  $200
Sunroof  $900
Infotainment 
App support$0$0 
Bluetooth audio streaming$25$25 
Bluetooth cell phone link$100$100 
CD player  $125
HD radio$50$50 
In-vehicle Internet$150$150 
Surround sound$250$250 
USB port$25$25 
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Auto-dimming rearview mirror$150$150 
Illuminated visor mirror, driver  $50
Large color reconfigurable instrument cluster display$250$250 
Large energy flow and fuel economy display$25$25 
Tachometer  $75
Turn signals on or near mirrors$25$25 
Visor mirror, driver$10$10 
Xenon HID headlights$500$500 
Seats and Interior Trim 
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat  $50
Metal pedals $75 
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat$150$150 
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat$150$150 
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat$100$100 
Power height adjuster, passenger seat$100$100 
Power recliner, driver seat$100$100 
Power recliner, passenger seat$100$100 
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat$100$100 
Synthetic suede headliner $650 
Upholstered instrument panel$300$300 
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Alloy wheels$350$350 
Electronic systems calibration selector$200$200 
Tires, high-efficiency (optional) $0 
Total Value of Features$8,275$10,300$3,000
Value of Feature Adjustments$5,275$7,300$0
Value of Feature Adjustments4824980

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Specifications Comparison: Tesla Model S vs. Chevrolet Malibu Classic

Model Year20142008
ModelModel SMalibu Classic
Body4dr Hatch4dr Sedan
Wheelbase116.5 in106.3 in
Length196.0 in188.3 in
Width77.3 in69.9 in
Height56.5 in57.5 in
Curb Weight4,648 lb.3,298 lb.
Fuel Capacity0.0 gal.16.3 gal.
Row 1 Headroom38.8 in39.6 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room57.7 in56.7 in
Row 1 Hip Room55.0 in53.2 in
Row 1 Legroom42.7 in41.9 in
Row 2 Headroom35.3 in37.6 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room55.0 in56.1 in
Row 2 Hip Room54.7 in52.4 in
Row 2 Legroom35.4 in38.5 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum
31.6 ft315.4 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum
63.4 ft315.4 ft3

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Option Package Details
Tesla Model S

Ultra High Fidelity Sound Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Surround sound250No
Unbranded, 580W, 12 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Total Requested00%
Total Not Requested600100%

Option Package Details
Tesla Model S Performance

Ultra High Fidelity Sound Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Surround sound250No
Unbranded, 580W, 12 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Total Requested00%
Total Not Requested600100%

Option Package Details
Chevrolet Malibu Classic LT

Front Seating Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Heated front seats200Yes
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Total Requested400100%
Total Not Requested00%

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