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Volkswagen New Beetle 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.
Volkswagen New Beetle vs. Chevrolet Malibu Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $21,429 Volkswagen New Beetle 2.5 / TDI | ||||
| Difference: $8,046 | ||||
Lowest Total Invoice: $20,052 Volkswagen New Beetle 2.5 / TDI | ||||
| Difference: $8,098 | ||||
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| Model Year | 2006 | 2016 | 2016 | 2016 |
| Model | New Beetle | Malibu | Malibu | Malibu |
| Trim | 2.5 / TDI | LT | Premier | Hybrid |
| Body | 2dr Hatch | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Price | $17,180 | $25,020 | $30,920 | $27,770 |
| Base Invoice | $16,107 | $24,019 | $29,683 | $26,659 |
| Package 2 | 1,755 | |||
| Package 1 | 1,390 | |||
| All-weather floor mats | 99 | 140 | 140 | 140 |
| Satellite radio | 375 | |||
| Convenience and Technology Package | 895 | 895 | ||
| Leather Package | 1,395 | 1,395 | ||
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,150 | 1,270 | 1,150 | |
| Driver Confidence Package | 1,195 | |||
| Navigation system | 495 | |||
| Package 2 | 1,629 | |||
| Package 1 | 1,291 | |||
| All-weather floor mats | 64 | 127 | 127 | 127 |
| Satellite radio | 331 | |||
| Convenience and Technology Package | 814 | 814 | ||
| Leather Package | 1,269 | 1,269 | ||
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,046 | 1,156 | 1,046 | |
| Driver Confidence Package | 1,087 | |||
| Navigation system | 450 | |||
| Options (change) | 3,619 | 3,580 | 1,410 | 5,270 |
| Options (change) | 3,315 | 3,256 | 1,283 | 4,793 |
| Destination | 630 | 875 | 875 | 875 |
| Total Price | $21,429 | $29,475 | $33,205 | $33,915 |
| Total Invoice | $20,052 | $28,150 | $31,841 | $32,327 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Volkswagen New Beetle vs. Chevrolet Malibu
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Volkswagen New Beetle 2.5 / TDI | ||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $2,856 | ||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $3,141 | ||||
| Model Year | 2006 | 2016 | 2016 | 2016 |
| Model | New Beetle | Malibu | Malibu | Malibu |
| Trim | 2.5 / TDI | LT | Premier | Hybrid |
| Body | 2dr Hatch | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | 150hp I5 | 163hp I4 | 250hp I4 | 122hp I4 H |
| Transmission | M5 | T6 | T8 | CVT |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | FWD | FWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | ?, 6 | ?, 9 | ?, 9 | ?, 9 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 225/45-17 | 225/55-17 | 245/40-19 | 225/55-17 |
| Total Price | $21,429 | $29,475 | $33,205 | $33,915 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -5,190 | -6,905 | -7,915 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $21,429 | $24,285 | $26,300 | $26,000 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $0 | $2,015 | $1,715 |
| Total Invoice | $20,052 | $28,150 | $31,841 | $32,327 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -4,957 | -6,621 | -7,544 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $20,052 | $23,193 | $25,220 | $24,783 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $0 | $2,027 | $1,590 |
Features Comparison: Volkswagen New Beetle vs. Chevrolet Malibu
| Model Year | 2006 | 2016 | 2016 | 2016 |
| Model | New Beetle | Malibu | Malibu | Malibu |
| Trim | 2.5 / TDI | LT | Premier | Hybrid |
| Body | 2dr Hatch | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||||
| 5-speed manual | $0 | |||
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | |||
| 8-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1300 | |||
| CVT | $1000 | |||
| FWD | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Accessories | ||||
| AC power outlet | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Heated steering wheel | $100 | |||
| Power rear side windows | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Proximity key | $250 | $250 | $250 | |
| Remote app | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Remote start | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||||
| Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats | $0 | |||
| Automatic braking, low-speed | $200 | |||
| Blind spot warning system | $200 | |||
| Cross-traffic warning, rear | $100 | |||
| Following distance indicator | $25 | |||
| Forward collision warning | $200 | |||
| Knee airbag, driver | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Knee airbag, passenger | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| 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 | $300 | |
| Rearview camera | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Rollover sensor | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Safety key | $5 | $5 | $5 | |
| Side curtain airbags | $350 | $350 | $350 | |
| Tire-pressure monitor | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Vehicle health reports | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Cargo Management | ||||
| Cargo cover | $75 | |||
| Cargo mat | $40 | |||
| Climate Control | ||||
| Automatic climate control, front | $200 | $200 | ||
| Dual-zone climate control | $125 | $125 | ||
| Heated windshield washer nozzles | $15 | |||
| Rain-sensing wipers | $175 | |||
| Rear air vents | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Variable intermittent wipers | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Engine / Motor | ||||
| Automatic start / stop | $150 | $150 | ||
| Exterior | ||||
| Active grille shutters | $0 | $0 | ||
| Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) | $25 | |||
| Laminated front side windows | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Panoramic sunroof | $1200 | $1200 | $1200 | |
| Sunroof | $900 | |||
| Infotainment | ||||
| 4G LTE connectivity | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Android Auto support | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| App support | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Apple CarPlay support | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Audio controls on steering wheel | $125 | $125 | $125 | |
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| CD player | $125 | |||
| MP3-compatible player | $50 | |||
| Navigation system | $600 | $600 | ||
| SMS text-to-speech reader | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation | $225 | $225 | $225 | |
| Voice control for audio system | $25 | |||
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Voice control for nav and audio | $100 | $100 | ||
| Wi-Fi hotspot | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Wireless charging station | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||||
| Auto-dimming headlights | $200 | |||
| Automatic headlights | $125 | $125 | $125 | |
| Compass | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Detailed driving style feedback | $100 | |||
| Fog lights | $125 | |||
| Large energy flow and fuel economy display | $25 | |||
| Tachometer | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Trip computer | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||||
| Center armrest(s), second row | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | $300 | |||
| Manual height adjuster, driver seat | $50 | |||
| Manual height adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | |||
| Memory system, driver seat | $200 | |||
| Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power height adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power recliner, driver seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power tilt adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Upgraded floor mats | $0 | |||
| Total Value of Features | $1,640 | $6,830 | $8,545 | $9,555 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $5,190 | $6,905 | $7,915 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | -4,957 | -6,621 | -7,544 |
Specifications Comparison: Volkswagen New Beetle vs. Chevrolet Malibu
| Model Year | 2006 | 2016 |
| Model | New Beetle | Malibu |
| Body | 2dr Hatch | 4dr Sedan |
| Wheelbase | 98.7 in | 111.4 in |
| Length | 161.1 in | 193.8 in |
| Width | 67.9 in | 73.0 in |
| Height | 59.0 in | 57.7 in |
| Curb Weight | 2,885 lb. | 3,087 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 14.5 gal. | 13.0 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 38.2 in | 39.1 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 52.8 in | 58.5 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 0.0 in | 54.1 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 39.4 in | 42.0 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 36.7 in | 37.5 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 49.3 in | 57.1 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 0.0 in | 53.4 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 33.5 in | 38.1 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 12.0 ft3 | 15.8 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 27.2 ft3 | 15.8 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Volkswagen New Beetle 2.5 / TDI
| Package 2 | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Rain-sensing wipers | 100 | No |
| Fog lights | 125 | No |
| Leather-wrapped steering wheel | 150 | Yes |
| 225/45HR17 tires | 400 | No |
| Total Requested | 1300 | 68% |
| Total Not Requested | 625 | 32% |
| Package 1 | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Sunroof | 900 | Yes |
| Heated windshield washer nozzles | 15 | No |
| Total Requested | 1100 | 99% |
| Total Not Requested | 15 | 1% |
Option Package Details
Chevrolet Malibu LT
| Panoramic sunroof | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Panoramic sunroof | 1200 | No |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 100 | 8% |
| Total Not Requested | 1200 | 92% |
| 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% |
| Leather Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | No |
| Bose, 9 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Total Requested | 1100 | 61% |
| Total Not Requested | 700 | 39% |
Option Package Details
Chevrolet Malibu Premier
| Panoramic sunroof | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Panoramic sunroof | 1200 | No |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Upgraded floor mats | 0 | No |
| Total Requested | 100 | 8% |
| Total Not Requested | 1200 | 92% |
Option Package Details
Chevrolet Malibu Hybrid
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 75 | No |
| Speed limit information | 0 | No |
| Total Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Total Not Requested | 675 | 100% |
| Panoramic sunroof | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Panoramic sunroof | 1200 | No |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 100 | 8% |
| Total Not Requested | 1200 | 92% |
| 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 | No |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | No |
| Bose, 9 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Total Requested | 1100 | 61% |
| Total Not Requested | 700 | 39% |
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