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Tesla Model S vs. Chevrolet Malibu Price Comparison (MSRP)The sticker prices, before adjusting for remaining feature differences. Usually these are the numbers you will see on the window stickers.
Models in short supply often sell at or even above these prices.
Models in short supply often sell at or even above these prices.
Tesla Model S vs. Chevrolet Malibu Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $33,065 Chevrolet Malibu Premier | ||||
| Difference: $35,505 | ||||
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| Model Year | 2012 | 2012 | 2016 | 2016 |
| Model | Model S | Model S | Malibu | Malibu |
| Trim | Base | Performance | Premier | Hybrid |
| Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Price | $67,400 | $92,400 | $30,920 | $27,770 |
| Tech Package | 3,750 | 3,750 | ||
| Nappa Leather | 1,500 | |||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 750 | 750 | ||
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,500 | 1,500 | 1,270 | 1,150 |
| Wood trim | 0 | |||
| Convenience and Technology Package | 895 | |||
| Driver Confidence Package | 1,195 | |||
| Leather Package | 1,395 | |||
| Navigation system | 495 | |||
| Tech Package | 0 | 0 | ||
| Nappa Leather | 0 | |||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 0 | 0 | ||
| Panoramic sunroof | 0 | 0 | 1,156 | 1,046 |
| Wood trim | 0 | |||
| Convenience and Technology Package | 814 | |||
| Driver Confidence Package | 1,087 | |||
| Leather Package | 1,269 | |||
| Navigation system | 450 | |||
| Options (change) | 7,500 | 6,000 | 1,270 | 5,130 |
| Options (change) | 0 | 0 | 1,156 | 4,666 |
| Destination | 1,170 | 1,170 | 875 | 875 |
| Gas Tax | -7,500 | -7,500 | 0 | 0 |
| Total Price | $68,570 | $92,070 | $33,065 | $33,775 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Tesla Model S vs. Chevrolet Malibu
| Lowest Adjusted Price: Chevrolet Malibu Hybrid | ||||
| Lowest Adjusted Invoice: Tesla Model S | ||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $34,865 | ||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $37,584 | ||||
| Model Year | 2012 | 2012 | 2016 | 2016 |
| Model | Model S | Model S | Malibu | Malibu |
| Trim | Base | Performance | Premier | Hybrid |
| Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | 302hp E | 416hp E | 250hp I4 | 122hp I4 H |
| Transmission | A1 | A1 | T8 | CVT |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | FWD | FWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 200, 7 | 200, 7 | ?, 9 | ?, 9 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 245/45-19 | 245/35-21 | 245/40-19 | 225/55-17 |
| Total Price | $68,570 | $92,070 | $33,065 | $33,775 |
| Adjustments for Features | -840 | -2,815 | 0 | -910 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $67,730 | $89,255 | $33,065 | $32,865 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $21,525 | $200 | $0 |
Features Comparison: Tesla Model S vs. Chevrolet Malibu
| Model Year | 2012 | 2012 | 2016 | 2016 |
| Model | Model S | Model S | Malibu | Malibu |
| Trim | Base | Performance | Premier | Hybrid |
| Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||||
| 1-speed automatic | $800 | $800 | ||
| 8-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1300 | |||
| CVT | $1000 | |||
| RWD | $0 | $0 | ||
| FWD | $0 | $0 | ||
| Accessories | ||||
| AC power outlet | $100 | $100 | ||
| Heated steering wheel | $100 | |||
| Power liftgate | $350 | $350 | ||
| Remote start | $150 | $150 | ||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | $250 | ||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | $350 | $350 | ||
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||||
| Automatic braking, low-speed | $200 | |||
| Blind spot warning system | $200 | |||
| Brake assist | $50 | $50 | ||
| Cross-traffic warning, rear | $100 | |||
| Following distance indicator | $25 | |||
| Forward collision warning | $200 | |||
| Lane departure prevention, steering-based | $200 | |||
| Lane departure warning | $200 | |||
| Obstacle detection, front | $150 | |||
| Obstacle detection, rear | $250 | |||
| Pedestrian detection | $50 | |||
| Rear side airbags | $300 | $300 | ||
| Safety key | $5 | $5 | ||
| Vehicle health reports | $0 | $0 | ||
| Cargo Management | ||||
| Cargo mat | $40 | |||
| Console with shifter | $150 | $150 | ||
| Console without shifter | $150 | $150 | ||
| Climate Control | ||||
| Rain-sensing wipers | $175 | $175 | ||
| Variable intermittent wipers | $75 | $75 | ||
| Engine / Motor | ||||
| 10 kW onboard charger | $750 | $750 | ||
| 60 kWh battery pack | $0 | |||
| 85 kWh battery pack | $0 | |||
| Automatic start / stop | $150 | |||
| DC quick-charging capability, free proprietary network | $1000 | |||
| High-performance inverter | $0 | |||
| Exterior | ||||
| Active grille shutters | $0 | |||
| Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) | $25 | |||
| Laminated front side windows | $200 | $200 | ||
| Infotainment | ||||
| 4G LTE connectivity | $0 | $0 | ||
| Android Auto support | $100 | $100 | ||
| Apple CarPlay support | $100 | $100 | ||
| Aux input | $50 | $50 | ||
| HD radio | $50 | $50 | ||
| In-vehicle Internet | $150 | $150 | ||
| Media drive | $15 | $15 | ||
| Satellite radio | $200 | $200 | ||
| SMS text-to-speech reader | $25 | $25 | ||
| Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation | $225 | $225 | ||
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | $0 | ||
| Wi-Fi hotspot | $50 | $50 | ||
| Wireless charging station | $75 | $75 | ||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||||
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | $75 | $75 | ||
| Auto-dimming headlights | $200 | |||
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | $75 | $75 | ||
| Compass | $0 | $0 | ||
| Cornering lights | $50 | $50 | ||
| Detailed driving style feedback | $100 | |||
| Fog lights | $125 | $125 | ||
| Illuminated visor mirror, driver | $50 | $50 | ||
| Illuminated visor mirror, passenger | $50 | $50 | ||
| Interior ambient lighting | $150 | $150 | ||
| Large color reconfigurable instrument cluster display | $250 | $250 | ||
| Large energy flow and fuel economy display | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | $25 | $25 | ||
| Tachometer | $75 | |||
| Visor mirror, driver | $10 | $10 | ||
| Visor mirror, passenger | $10 | $10 | ||
| Xenon HID headlights | $500 | $500 | ||
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||||
| Carbon fiber trim | $200 | |||
| Center armrest(s), second row | $50 | $50 | ||
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | $300 | |||
| Door sill trim plates | $100 | |||
| Leather door panel trim | $250 | $250 | ||
| Memory system, driver seat | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Metal pedals | $75 | |||
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $150 | $150 | ||
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $150 | $150 | ||
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | ||
| Synthetic suede inserts in leather seating surfaces | $0 | |||
| Upgraded floor mats | $0 | |||
| Upholstered instrument panel | $300 | $300 | ||
| Wood trim | $300 | |||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||||
| Air suspension, auto-leveling and height adjustable | $1000 | |||
| Electronic systems calibration selector | $200 | $200 | ||
| Total Value of Features | $5,585 | $7,560 | $4,745 | $5,655 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $840 | $2,815 | $0 | $910 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 78 | 194 | 0 | -868 |
Specifications Comparison: Tesla Model S vs. Chevrolet Malibu
| Model Year | 2012 | 2016 |
| Model | Model S | Malibu |
| Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Sedan |
| Wheelbase | 116.5 in | 111.4 in |
| Length | 196.0 in | 193.8 in |
| Width | 77.3 in | 73.0 in |
| Height | 56.5 in | 57.7 in |
| Curb Weight | 4,648 lb. | 3,087 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 0.0 gal. | 13.0 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 38.8 in | 39.1 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 57.7 in | 58.5 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 55.0 in | 54.1 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 42.7 in | 42.0 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 35.3 in | 37.5 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 55.0 in | 57.1 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 54.7 in | 53.4 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 35.4 in | 38.1 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 31.6 ft3 | 15.8 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 63.4 ft3 | 15.8 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Tesla Model S
| Tech Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Heated mirrors | 25 | Yes |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Fog lights | 125 | No |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | No |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | Yes |
| Power liftgate | 350 | No |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | No |
| Cornering lights | 50 | No |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | 75 | No |
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | 25 | No |
| Media drive, large | 10 | No |
| Total Requested | 1275 | 51% |
| Total Not Requested | 1210 | 49% |
| Nappa Leather | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | 150 | No |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 150 | No |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | Yes |
| Upholstered door panels, leather | 250 | No |
| Total Requested | 1300 | 70% |
| Total Not Requested | 550 | 30% |
Option Package Details
Tesla Model S Performance
| Tech Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Heated mirrors | 25 | Yes |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Fog lights | 125 | No |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | No |
| Power liftgate | 350 | No |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | No |
| Cornering lights | 50 | No |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | 75 | No |
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | 25 | No |
| Media drive, large | 10 | No |
| Total Requested | 1075 | 47% |
| Total Not Requested | 1210 | 53% |
Option Package Details
Chevrolet Malibu Premier
| Panoramic sunroof | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Panoramic sunroof | 1200 | Yes |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Upgraded floor mats | 0 | No |
| Total Requested | 1300 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
Option Package Details
Chevrolet Malibu Hybrid
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 75 | Yes |
| Speed limit information | 0 | No |
| Total Requested | 675 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Panoramic sunroof | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Panoramic sunroof | 1200 | Yes |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1300 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Convenience and Technology Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Leather-wrapped steering wheel | 150 | Yes |
| AC power outlet | 100 | No |
| Remote start | 150 | No |
| Safety key | 5 | No |
| Wireless charging station | 75 | No |
| Total Requested | 300 | 48% |
| Total Not Requested | 330 | 52% |
| Driver Confidence Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Obstacle detection, front | 150 | No |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | No |
| Auto-dimming headlights | 200 | No |
| Lane departure warning system | 200 | No |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | No |
| Rear cross-traffic detection | 100 | No |
| Automatic braking, low-speed | 200 | No |
| Forward collision warning | 200 | No |
| Lane departure prevention system, steering-based | 200 | No |
| Pedestrian detection | 50 | No |
| Following distance indicator | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Total Not Requested | 1775 | 100% |
| Leather Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | Yes |
| Bose, 9 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Total Requested | 1450 | 81% |
| Total Not Requested | 350 | 19% |
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