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Toyota Solara vs. Chevrolet Malibu Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Toyota Solara vs. Chevrolet Malibu Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $30,458

Toyota Solara SLE V6   
Difference: $2,667

Lowest Total Invoice: $27,303

Toyota Solara SLE V6   
Difference: $4,466

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20082016
ModelSolaraMalibu
TrimSLE V6Premier
Body2dr Coupe4dr Sedan
Base Price $27,155 $30,920
Base Invoice $24,438 $29,683
Stability control 650  
Floor mats 184  
Satellite radio 449  
Navigation system 1,300  
Panoramic sunroof   1,270
Cargo net   60
Stability control 559  
Floor mats 112  
Satellite radio 359  
Navigation system 1,115  
Panoramic sunroof   1,156
Cargo net   55
Options (change) 2,583 1,330
Options (change) 2,145 1,211
Destination 720 875
Total Price $30,458 $33,125
Total Invoice $27,303 $31,769

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Toyota Solara vs. Chevrolet Malibu

Lowest Adjusted Price: Chevrolet Malibu Premier
Lowest Adjusted Invoice: Toyota Solara SLE V6
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $788
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $1,152
Model Year20082016
ModelSolaraMalibu
TrimSLE V6Premier
Body2dr Coupe4dr Sedan
Engine210hp V6250hp I4
TransmissionT5T8
DrivetrainFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)18/27 MPG22/32 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)270, 8?, 9
Tire (rear if not all the same)215/55-17245/40-19
Total Price$30,458$33,125
Adjustments for Features0-3,455
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$30,458$29,670
Total Invoice$27,303$31,769
Adjustments for Features0-3,314
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$27,303$28,455

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Features Comparison: Toyota Solara vs. Chevrolet Malibu

Model Year20082016
ModelSolaraMalibu
TrimSLE V6Premier
Body2dr Coupe4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
5-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1000 
8-speed manually-shiftable automatic $1300
FWD$0$0
Accessories 
AC power outlet $100
Heated steering wheel $100
Power rear side windows $200
Proximity key $250
Remote app $25
Remote start $150
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Knee airbag, driver $75
Knee airbag, passenger $75
Rear side airbags $300
Rearview camera $200
Rollover sensor $50
Safety key $5
Temporary spare tire$150 
Vehicle health reports $0
Cargo Management 
Overhead sunglass holder$25 
Climate Control 
Dual-zone climate control $125
Exterior 
Laminated front side windows $200
Panoramic sunroof $1200
Rear spoiler$200 
Sunroof$900 
Infotainment 
4G LTE connectivity $0
Android Auto support $100
App support $0
Apple CarPlay support $100
Bluetooth audio streaming $25
CD changer, in-dash$325 
MP3-compatible player$50 
SMS text-to-speech reader $25
Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation $225
USB port $25
Voice control for external devices $0
Voice control for nav and audio $100
Wi-Fi hotspot $50
Wireless charging station $75
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror$75 
Fog lights$125 
Interior ambient lighting $150
Turn signals on or near mirrors $25
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row $50
Cooled or ventilated front seats $300
Door sill trim plates $100
Memory system, driver seat $200
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat $100
Power height adjuster, passenger seat $100
Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat $100
Power recliner, passenger seat $100
Upgraded floor mats $0
Total Value of Features$2,850$6,305
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$3,455
Value of Feature Adjustments0-3,314

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See a complete comparison of Toyota Solara vs. Chevrolet Malibu features.

Specifications Comparison: Toyota Solara vs. Chevrolet Malibu

Model Year20082016
ModelSolaraMalibu
Body2dr Coupe4dr Sedan
Wheelbase107.1 in111.4 in
Length192.5 in193.8 in
Width71.5 in73.0 in
Height56.1 in57.7 in
Curb Weight3,440 lb.3,388 lb.
Fuel Capacity18.5 gal.13.0 gal.
Row 1 Headroom38.0 in39.1 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room56.1 in58.5 in
Row 1 Hip Room53.7 in54.1 in
Row 1 Legroom42.0 in42.0 in
Row 2 Headroom36.4 in37.5 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room53.7 in57.1 in
Row 2 Hip Room50.8 in53.4 in
Row 2 Legroom35.4 in38.1 in
Cargo Volume13.8 ft315.8 ft3

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See a complete comparison of Toyota Solara vs. Chevrolet Malibu specs.

Option Package Details
Chevrolet Malibu Premier

Panoramic sunroof
FeatureValueRequested?
Panoramic sunroof1200No
Universal garage door opener100Yes
Upgraded floor mats0No
Total Requested1008%
Total Not Requested120092%

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