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Volkswagen Golf / GTI vs. Chevrolet Malibu Classic Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Volkswagen Golf / GTI vs. Chevrolet Malibu Classic Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $21,795

Chevrolet Malibu Classic LT   
Difference: $5,220

Lowest Total Invoice: $20,639

Chevrolet Malibu Classic LT   
Difference: $5,328

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20142008
ModelGolf / GTIMalibu Classic
TrimGTILT
Body4dr Hatch4dr Sedan
Base Price $25,095 $20,320
Base Invoice $24,091 $19,304
6-speed automated manual 1,100  
Front Seating Package   450
Rear spoiler   175
Satellite radio   200
6-speed automated manual 1,056  
Front Seating Package   374
Rear spoiler   145
Satellite radio   166
Options (change) 1,100 825
Options (change) 1,056 685
Destination 820 650
Total Price $27,015 $21,795
Total Invoice $25,967 $20,639

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Volkswagen Golf / GTI vs. Chevrolet Malibu Classic

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Chevrolet Malibu Classic LT
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $2,390
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $2,608
Model Year20142008
ModelGolf / GTIMalibu Classic
TrimGTILT
Body4dr Hatch4dr Sedan
Engine200hp I4219hp V6
TransmissionS6T4
DrivetrainFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)24/32 MPG18/28 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 8?, 6
Tire (rear if not all the same)225/40-18215/60-16
Total Price$27,015$21,795
Adjustments for Features-2,8300
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$24,185$21,795
Total Invoice$25,967$20,639
Adjustments for Features-2,7200
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$23,247$20,639

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Features Comparison: Volkswagen Golf / GTI vs. Chevrolet Malibu Classic

Model Year20142008
ModelGolf / GTIMalibu Classic
TrimGTILT
Body4dr Hatch4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed automated manual$1100 
4-speed manually-shiftable automatic $900
FWD$0$0
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats$0 
Brake assist$50 
Front side airbags$350 
Stability control$400 
Cargo Management 
Air-conditioned storage compartment$50 
Cargo cover$75 
Overhead sunglass holder$25 
Rear seat pass-through$100 
Climate Control 
Heated windshield washer nozzles$15 
Interior air filter$0 
Rear air vents$100 
Rear wiper$175 
Exterior 
Bodyside moldings $75
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)$25 
Infotainment 
Aux input$50 
Bluetooth audio streaming$25 
Bluetooth cell phone link$100 
iPod integration$100 
MP3-compatible player$50 
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Automatic headlights $125
Compass$0 
Fog lights$125 
Heated mirrors$25 
Illuminated visor mirror, passenger$50 
Turn signals on or near mirrors$25 
Visor mirror, passenger $10
Seats and Interior Trim 
Aluminum trim$100 
Center armrest(s), second row$50 
Door sill trim plates$100 
Manual height adjuster, driver seat$50 
Manual height adjuster, passenger seat$50 
Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat$50 
Metal pedals$75 
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat $100
Power height adjuster, driver seat $100
Power recliner, driver seat$100 
Power recliner, passenger seat$100 
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat $100
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Alloy wheels$350 
Sport suspension (upgrade)$0 
Transmission 
Launch control$100 
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls$100 
Total Value of Features$4,240$1,410
Value of Feature Adjustments$2,830$0
Value of Feature Adjustments-2,7200

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See a complete comparison of Volkswagen Golf / GTI vs. Chevrolet Malibu Classic features.

Specifications Comparison: Volkswagen Golf / GTI vs. Chevrolet Malibu Classic

Model Year20142008
ModelGolf / GTIMalibu Classic
Body4dr Hatch4dr Sedan
Wheelbase101.5 in106.3 in
Length165.4 in188.3 in
Width70.3 in69.9 in
Height58.3 in57.5 in
Curb Weight3,090 lb.3,297 lb.
Fuel Capacity14.5 gal.16.3 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.3 in39.6 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room54.7 in56.7 in
Row 1 Hip Room0.0 in53.2 in
Row 1 Legroom41.2 in41.9 in
Row 2 Headroom38.5 in37.6 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room52.8 in56.1 in
Row 2 Hip Room0.0 in52.4 in
Row 2 Legroom35.5 in38.5 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum		15.0 ft315.4 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum		46.0 ft315.4 ft3

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See a complete comparison of Volkswagen Golf / GTI vs. Chevrolet Malibu Classic specs.

Option Package Details
Chevrolet Malibu Classic LT

Front Seating Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Heated front seats200Yes
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat100No
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat100No
Total Requested20050%
Total Not Requested20050%

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