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

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Tesla Model S vs. Chevrolet Malibu Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $33,960

Chevrolet Malibu Hybrid   
Difference: $42,110

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year2013201320182018
ModelModel SModel SMalibuMalibu
TrimBasePerformancePremierHybrid
Body4dr Hatch4dr Hatch4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $69,900 $89,900 $30,975 $27,875
Tech Package 3,750 3,750    
Obstacle detection, rear 500 500    
Metallic paint (extra cost) 750 750    
Satellite radio 0 0    
Panoramic sunroof 2,500 2,500   1,150
Ultra High Fidelity Sound Package 2,500 2,500    
Interior ambient lighting 1,000 1,000    
Leather seating surfaces 1,500 1,500    
Sun and Wheels Package     2,270  
Leather Package       1,395
Navigation system       495
Driver Confidence Package       1,195
Convenience and Technology Package       895
Cargo mat       80
Tech Package 0 0    
Obstacle detection, rear 0 0    
Metallic paint (extra cost) 0 0    
Satellite radio 0 0    
Panoramic sunroof 0 0   1,047
Ultra High Fidelity Sound Package 0 0    
Interior ambient lighting 0 0    
Leather seating surfaces 0 0    
Sun and Wheels Package     2,066  
Leather Package       1,269
Navigation system       450
Driver Confidence Package       1,087
Convenience and Technology Package       814
Cargo mat       73
Options (change) 12,500 12,500 2,270 5,210
Options (change) 0 0 2,066 4,740
Destination 1,170 1,170 875 875
Gas Tax -7,500 -7,500 0 0
Total Price $76,070 $96,070 $34,120 $33,960

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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: $41,820
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $37,800
Model Year2013201320182018
ModelModel SModel SMalibuMalibu
TrimBasePerformancePremierHybrid
Body4dr Hatch4dr Hatch4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine302hp E416hp E250hp I4122hp I4 H
TransmissionA1A1T9CVT
DrivetrainRWDRWDFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)580, 12580, 12?, 9?, 9
Tire (rear if not all the same)245/45-19245/45-19245/40-19225/55-17
Total Price$76,070$96,070$34,120$33,960
Adjustments for Features-1,140-2,2150-850
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$74,930$93,855$34,120$33,110
Cost Above Minimum$0$18,925$1,010$0

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Features Comparison: Tesla Model S vs. Chevrolet Malibu

Model Year2013201320182018
ModelModel SModel SMalibuMalibu
TrimBasePerformancePremierHybrid
Body4dr Hatch4dr Hatch4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
1-speed automatic$800$800  
9-speed manually-shiftable automatic  $1400 
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$150 $150
Obstacle detection, rear$250$250 $250
Pedestrian detection   $50
Rear side airbags  $300$300
Safety key  $5$5
Vehicle health reports  $0$0
Cargo Management 
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  
SMS text-to-speech reader  $25$25
Surround sound$250$250  
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
Illuminated visor mirror, driver  $50$50
Illuminated visor mirror, passenger  $50$50
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  
Power-folding mirrors$50$50  
Tachometer  $75 
Visor mirror, driver$10$10  
Visor mirror, passenger$10$10  
Xenon HID headlights$500$500  
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row  $50$50
Cooled or ventilated front seats  $300 
Door sill trim plates  $100 
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  
Upgraded floor mats  $0 
Upholstered instrument panel$300$300  
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Electronic systems calibration selector$200$200  
Tires, high-efficiency (optional) $0  
Total Value of Features$5,595$6,670$4,455$5,305
Value of Feature Adjustments$1,140$2,215$0$850
Value of Feature Adjustments951460-810

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Specifications Comparison: Tesla Model S vs. Chevrolet Malibu

Model Year20132018
ModelModel SMalibu
Body4dr Hatch4dr Sedan
Wheelbase116.5 in111.4 in
Length196.0 in193.8 in
Width77.3 in73.0 in
Height56.5 in57.7 in
Curb Weight4,648 lb.3,087 lb.
Fuel Capacity0.0 gal.15.8 gal.
Row 1 Headroom38.8 in39.1 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room57.7 in58.5 in
Row 1 Hip Room55.0 in54.1 in
Row 1 Legroom42.7 in42.0 in
Row 2 Headroom35.3 in37.5 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room55.0 in57.1 in
Row 2 Hip Room54.7 in53.4 in
Row 2 Legroom35.4 in38.1 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum
31.6 ft315.8 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum
63.4 ft315.8 ft3

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Option Package Details
Tesla Model S

Tech Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
Heated mirrors25Yes
Universal garage door opener100Yes
Memory system, driver seat200Yes
Power liftgate350No
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror75No
Cornering lights50No
Proximity key250Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Power-folding mirrors50No
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror75No
Mirror tilt-down in reverse25No
Total Requested127567%
Total Not Requested62533%
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

Tech Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
Heated mirrors25Yes
Universal garage door opener100Yes
Memory system, driver seat200Yes
Power liftgate350No
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror75No
Cornering lights50No
Proximity key250Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Power-folding mirrors50No
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror75No
Mirror tilt-down in reverse25No
Total Requested127567%
Total Not Requested62533%
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 Premier

Sun and Wheels Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Universal garage door opener100Yes
Panoramic sunroof1200Yes
245/40R19 tires400No
Upgraded floor mats0No
Total Requested130076%
Total Not Requested40024%

Option Package Details
Chevrolet Malibu Hybrid

Navigation system
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
Voice control for nav and audio75Yes
Speed limit information0No
Total Requested675100%
Total Not Requested00%
Panoramic sunroof
FeatureValueRequested?
Panoramic sunroof1200Yes
Universal garage door opener100Yes
Total Requested1300100%
Total Not Requested00%
Leather Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Heated front seats200Yes
Power recliner, passenger seat100Yes
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Power height adjuster, passenger seat50Yes
Bose, 9 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Total Requested145081%
Total Not Requested35019%
Driver Confidence Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Obstacle detection, front150Yes
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Auto-dimming headlights200No
Lane departure warning200No
Blind spot warning system200No
Cross-traffic warning, rear100No
Automatic braking, low-speed200No
Forward collision warning200No
Lane departure prevention, steering-based200No
Pedestrian detection50No
Following distance indicator25No
Total Requested40023%
Total Not Requested137577%
Convenience and Technology Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Leather-wrapped steering wheel150Yes
AC power outlet100No
Remote start150No
Wireless charging station75No
Total Requested30048%
Total Not Requested32552%

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