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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: $3,727

Lowest Total Invoice: $27,303

Toyota Solara SLE V6   
Difference: $5,433

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20082018
ModelSolaraMalibu
TrimSLE V6Premier
Body2dr Coupe4dr Sedan
Base Price $27,155 $30,975
Base Invoice $24,438 $29,736
Floor mats 184  
Stability control 650  
Navigation system 1,300  
Satellite radio 449  
Sun and Wheels Package   2,270
Cargo net   65
Floor mats 112  
Stability control 559  
Navigation system 1,115  
Satellite radio 359  
Sun and Wheels Package   2,066
Cargo net   59
Options (change) 2,583 2,335
Options (change) 2,145 2,125
Destination 720 875
Total Price $30,458 $34,185
Total Invoice $27,303 $32,736

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Toyota Solara vs. Chevrolet Malibu

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Toyota Solara SLE V6
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $172
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $2,029
Model Year20082018
ModelSolaraMalibu
TrimSLE V6Premier
Body2dr Coupe4dr Sedan
Engine210hp V6250hp I4
TransmissionT5T9
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$34,185
Adjustments for Features0-3,555
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$30,458$30,630
Total Invoice$27,303$32,736
Adjustments for Features0-3,404
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$27,303$29,332

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Features Comparison: Toyota Solara vs. Chevrolet Malibu

Model Year20082018
ModelSolaraMalibu
TrimSLE V6Premier
Body2dr Coupe4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
5-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1000 
9-speed manually-shiftable automatic $1400
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$6,405
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$3,555
Value of Feature Adjustments0-3,404

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Specifications Comparison: Toyota Solara vs. Chevrolet Malibu

Model Year20082018
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.15.8 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

Sun and Wheels Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Universal garage door opener100Yes
Panoramic sunroof1200No
245/40R19 tires400No
Upgraded floor mats0No
Total Requested1006%
Total Not Requested160094%

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