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Volkswagen Jetta vs. Chevrolet Malibu Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Volkswagen Jetta vs. Chevrolet Malibu Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $25,750

Chevrolet Malibu LTZ   
Difference: $2,289

Lowest Total Invoice: $24,206

Chevrolet Malibu LTZ   
Difference: $1,955

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20082007
ModelJettaMalibu
TrimGLILTZ
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $24,300 $23,675
Base Invoice $22,659 $22,373
Autobahn Package 3,020  
Cargo net 69  
Satellite radio   325
CD changer, in-dash   300
Sunroof   800
Autobahn Package 2,797  
Cargo net 55  
Satellite radio   270
CD changer, in-dash   249
Sunroof   664
Options (change) 3,089 1,425
Options (change) 2,852 1,183
Destination 650 650
Total Price $28,039 $25,750
Total Invoice $26,161 $24,206

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Volkswagen Jetta vs. Chevrolet Malibu

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Chevrolet Malibu LTZ
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $2,849
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $2,481
Model Year20082007
ModelJettaMalibu
TrimGLILTZ
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine200hp I4217hp V6
TransmissionM6T4
DrivetrainFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)250, 10?, 6
Tire (rear if not all the same)225/45-17225/50-17
Total Price$28,039$25,750
Adjustments for Features0-560
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$28,039$25,190
Total Invoice$26,161$24,206
Adjustments for Features0-526
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$26,161$23,680

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Features Comparison: Volkswagen Jetta vs. Chevrolet Malibu

Model Year20082007
ModelJettaMalibu
TrimGLILTZ
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manual$150 
4-speed manually-shiftable automatic $900
FWD$0$0
Accessories 
Power-adjustable pedals $125
Remote start $150
Universal garage door opener $100
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats$0 
Brake assist$50 
Stability control$400 
Tire-pressure monitor$75 
Cargo Management 
Air-conditioned storage compartment$50 
Overhead sunglass holder$25 
Rear seat pass-through$100 
Climate Control 
Automatic climate control, front $200
Heated windshield washer nozzles$15 
Interior air filter$0 
Rear air vents$100 
Exterior 
Body kit (gray/black)$0 
Bodyside moldings $75
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)$25 
Rear spoiler $200
Infotainment 
Aux input$50 
MP3-compatible player$50 
Telematics service, such as OnStar $200
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Auto-dimming rearview mirror $150
Automatic headlights $125
Turn signals on or near mirrors$25 
Xenon HID headlights$500 
Seats and Interior Trim 
Aluminum trim$100 
Center armrest(s), second row$50 
Folding passenger seat $150
Manual height adjuster, driver seat$50 
Manual height adjuster, passenger seat$50 
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat $50
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat$150 
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat$150 
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat $100
Power height adjuster, driver seat $100
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat $100
Synthetic suede inserts in leather seating surfaces $0
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Alloy wheels$350 
Polished alloy wheels $350
Sport suspension (upgrade)$0 
Total Value of Features$2,515$3,075
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$560
Value of Feature Adjustments0-526

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See a complete comparison of Volkswagen Jetta vs. Chevrolet Malibu features.

Specifications Comparison: Volkswagen Jetta vs. Chevrolet Malibu

Model Year20082007
ModelJettaMalibu
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase101.5 in106.3 in
Length179.3 in188.3 in
Width70.1 in69.9 in
Height57.4 in57.5 in
Curb Weight3,231 lb.3,298 lb.
Fuel Capacity14.5 gal.16.3 gal.
Row 1 Headroom38.5 in39.6 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room54.8 in56.7 in
Row 1 Hip Room0.0 in53.2 in
Row 1 Legroom41.2 in41.9 in
Row 2 Headroom37.2 in37.6 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room53.1 in56.1 in
Row 2 Hip Room0.0 in52.4 in
Row 2 Legroom35.4 in38.5 in
Cargo Volume16.0 ft315.4 ft3

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See a complete comparison of Volkswagen Jetta vs. Chevrolet Malibu specs.

Option Package Details
Volkswagen Jetta GLI

Autobahn Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Front seat active head restraints0No
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Heated front seats200Yes
Sunroof900Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat100No
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat100No
Heated windshield washer nozzles15No
Unbranded, 250W, 10 speakers350No
Total Requested200078%
Total Not Requested56522%

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