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

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Volkswagen Golf / GTI vs. Chevrolet Malibu Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $25,564

Chevrolet Malibu Maxx LTZ   
Difference: $6,131

Lowest Total Invoice: $24,079

Chevrolet Malibu Maxx LTZ   
Difference: $6,380

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20112007
ModelGolf / GTIMalibu
TrimGTIMaxx LTZ
Body4dr Hatch4dr Hatch
Base Price $24,295 $23,915
Base Invoice $23,323 $22,600
Autobahn Package 5,530  
6-speed automated manual 1,100  
Satellite radio   199
Sunroof   800
Autobahn Package 5,310  
6-speed automated manual 1,056  
Satellite radio   165
Sunroof   664
Options (change) 6,630 999
Options (change) 6,366 829
Destination 770 650
Total Price $31,695 $25,564
Total Invoice $30,459 $24,079

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

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Chevrolet Malibu Maxx LTZ
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $4,656
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $4,963
Model Year20112007
ModelGolf / GTIMalibu
TrimGTIMaxx LTZ
Body4dr Hatch4dr Hatch
Engine200hp I4217hp V6
TransmissionS6T4
DrivetrainFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)24/33 MPG22/32 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)300, 8?, 6
Tire (rear if not all the same)225/40-18225/50-17
Total Price$31,695$25,564
Adjustments for Features-1,4750
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$30,220$25,564
Total Invoice$30,459$24,079
Adjustments for Features-1,4170
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$29,042$24,079

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Features Comparison: Volkswagen Golf / GTI vs. Chevrolet Malibu

Model Year20112007
ModelGolf / GTIMalibu
TrimGTIMaxx LTZ
Body4dr Hatch4dr Hatch
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed automated manual$1100 
4-speed manually-shiftable automatic $900
FWD$0$0
Accessories 
Power-adjustable pedals $125
Proximity key$250 
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 
Cargo cover$75 
Cargo net $40
Cargo shelf, height-adjustable $100
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 $0
Bodyside moldings $75
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)$25 
Glass roof panel(s) $300
Infotainment 
Aux input$50 
Bluetooth audio streaming$25 
Bluetooth cell phone link$100 
HD radio$50 
iPod integration$100 
MP3-compatible player$50 
Navigation system$600 
Rear seat audio controls $25
Telematics service, such as OnStar $200
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Auto-dimming rearview mirror $150
Automatic headlights $125
Steering-linked headlights$150 
Turn signals on or near mirrors$25 
Xenon HID headlights$500 
Seats and Interior Trim 
Aluminum trim$100 
Folding passenger seat $150
Manual fore-aft adjuster, second row seats $75
Manual height adjuster, driver seat$50 
Manual height adjuster, passenger seat$50 
Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat$50 
Manual recliner, second row seats $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
Synthetic suede inserts in leather seating surfaces $0
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Alloy wheels$350 
Polished alloy wheels $350
Sport suspension (upgrade)$0 
Transmission 
Launch control$100 
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls$100 
Total Value of Features$4,915$3,440
Value of Feature Adjustments$1,475$0
Value of Feature Adjustments-1,4170

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

Specifications Comparison: Volkswagen Golf / GTI vs. Chevrolet Malibu

Model Year20112007
ModelGolf / GTIMalibu
Body4dr Hatch4dr Hatch
Wheelbase101.5 in112.3 in
Length165.4 in187.8 in
Width70.3 in69.8 in
Height58.3 in58.1 in
Curb Weight3,090 lb.3,458 lb.
Fuel Capacity14.5 gal.16.3 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.3 in39.4 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room54.7 in56.7 in
Row 1 Hip Room0.0 in53.5 in
Row 1 Legroom41.2 in41.9 in
Row 2 Headroom38.5 in39.4 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room52.8 in55.5 in
Row 2 Hip Room0.0 in52.4 in
Row 2 Legroom35.5 in41.0 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum		15.0 ft322.8 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum		46.0 ft341.0 ft3

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

Option Package Details
Volkswagen Golf / GTI GTI

Autobahn Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Proximity key250No
Dynaudio, 300W, 8 speakers350No
Navigation system600No
Steering-linked headlights150No
Xenon HID headlights500No
HD radio50No
Audio controls on steering wheel125Yes
Sunroof900Yes
CD changer, in-dash200No
SD Card slot25No
Total Requested192548%
Total Not Requested212552%

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