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Toyota Matrix vs. Chevrolet Malibu Classic Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Toyota Matrix vs. Chevrolet Malibu Classic Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $21,280

Toyota Matrix S   
Difference: $1,260

Lowest Total Invoice: $19,304

Toyota Matrix S   
Difference: $1,953

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year201020102008
ModelMatrixMatrixMalibu Classic
TrimSXRSLT
Body4dr Hatch4dr Hatch4dr Sedan
Base Price $18,610 $20,920 $20,320
Base Invoice $17,028 $19,141 $19,304
CD changer, in-dash 420    
Cruise control 250    
Sunroof 890 890 800
Rear spoiler 200   175
Sport Package 160    
Luxury and Convenience Package     595
CD changer, in-dash 326    
Cruise control 200    
Sunroof 712 712 664
Rear spoiler 160   145
Sport Package 128    
Luxury and Convenience Package     494
Options (change) 1,920 890 1,570
Options (change) 1,526 712 1,303
Destination 750 750 650
Total Price $21,280 $22,560 $22,540
Total Invoice $19,304 $20,603 $21,257

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Toyota Matrix vs. Chevrolet Malibu Classic

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Toyota Matrix S
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $1,255
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $1,948
Model Year201020102008
ModelMatrixMatrixMalibu Classic
TrimSXRSLT
Body4dr Hatch4dr Hatch4dr Sedan
Engine158hp I4158hp I4219hp V6
TransmissionM5M5T4
DrivetrainFWDFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 6?, 6?, 6
Tire (rear if not all the same)205/55-16215/45-18215/60-16
Total Price$21,280$22,560$22,540
Adjustments for Features0-150-5
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$21,280$22,410$22,535
Cost Above Minimum$0$1,130$0
Total Invoice$19,304$20,603$21,257
Adjustments for Features0-137-5
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$19,304$20,466$21,252
Cost Above Minimum$0$1,162$0

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Features Comparison: Toyota Matrix vs. Chevrolet Malibu Classic

Model Year201020102008
ModelMatrixMatrixMalibu Classic
TrimSXRSLT
Body4dr Hatch4dr Hatch4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
5-speed manual$0$0 
4-speed manually-shiftable automatic  $900
FWD$0$0$0
Accessories 
AC power outlet$100$100 
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats$0$0 
Brake assist$50$50 
Front side airbags$350$350 
Stability control$400$400 
Cargo Management 
Cargo cover$75$75 
Climate Control 
Interior air filter$0$0 
Rear wiper$175$175 
Exterior 
Bodyside moldings  $75
Infotainment 
Aux input$50$50 
CD changer, in-dash$325  
CD player $125$125
MP3-compatible player$50$50 
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Automatic headlights  $125
Compass  $0
Illuminated visor mirror, driver  $50
Illuminated visor mirror, passenger  $50
Trip computer  $150
Visor mirror, driver$10$10 
Visor mirror, passenger$10$10 
Seats and Interior Trim 
Floor mats  $75
Folding passenger seat$150$150 
Manual height adjuster, driver seat$50$50 
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat  $50
Power height adjuster, driver seat  $100
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Alloy wheels $350 
Alloy-look steel wheels  $100
Sport suspension (upgrade) $0 
Total Value of Features$1,795$1,945$1,800
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$150$5
Value of Feature Adjustments0-137-5

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See a complete comparison of Toyota Matrix vs. Chevrolet Malibu Classic features.

Specifications Comparison: Toyota Matrix vs. Chevrolet Malibu Classic

Model Year20102008
ModelMatrixMalibu Classic
Body4dr Hatch4dr Sedan
Wheelbase102.4 in106.3 in
Length171.9 in188.3 in
Width69.5 in69.9 in
Height61.4 in57.5 in
Curb Weight2,866 lb.3,298 lb.
Fuel Capacity13.2 gal.16.3 gal.
Row 1 Headroom40.5 in39.6 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room53.3 in56.7 in
Row 1 Hip Room52.3 in53.2 in
Row 1 Legroom41.6 in41.9 in
Row 2 Headroom39.3 in37.6 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room52.6 in56.1 in
Row 2 Hip Room43.7 in52.4 in
Row 2 Legroom36.2 in38.5 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum		19.8 ft315.4 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum		61.5 ft315.4 ft3

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See a complete comparison of Toyota Matrix vs. Chevrolet Malibu Classic specs.

Option Package Details
Toyota Matrix S

Sport Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Sport front fascia (optional)0No
Sport rear fascia, e.g. diffuser (optional)0No
Total Requested0%
Total Not Requested0%

Option Package Details
Chevrolet Malibu Classic LT

Luxury and Convenience Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Illuminated visor mirror, passenger40No
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Fog lights125Yes
Compass0No
Alloy-look steel wheels100No
Total Requested27566%
Total Not Requested14034%

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