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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: $29,945

Chevrolet Malibu LTZ   
Difference: $1,750

Lowest Total Invoice: $28,060

Chevrolet Malibu LTZ   
Difference: $2,399

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20112009
ModelGolf / GTIMalibu
TrimGTILTZ
Body4dr Hatch4dr Sedan
Base Price $24,295 $26,880
Base Invoice $23,323 $25,402
Autobahn Package 5,530  
6-speed automated manual 1,100  
Sunroof   800
3.6L V6   1,595
Autobahn Package 5,310  
6-speed automated manual 1,056  
Sunroof   664
3.6L V6   1,324
Options (change) 6,630 2,395
Options (change) 6,366 1,988
Destination 770 670
Total Price $31,695 $29,945
Total Invoice $30,459 $28,060

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

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Chevrolet Malibu LTZ
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $740
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $1,428
Model Year20112009
ModelGolf / GTIMalibu
TrimGTILTZ
Body4dr Hatch4dr Sedan
Engine200hp I4252hp V6
TransmissionS6T6
DrivetrainFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)24/33 MPG17/26 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)300, 8210, 8
Tire (rear if not all the same)225/40-18225/50-18
Total Price$31,695$29,945
Adjustments for Features-1,0100
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$30,685$29,945
Total Invoice$30,459$28,060
Adjustments for Features-9710
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$29,488$28,060

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Features Comparison: Volkswagen Golf / GTI vs. Chevrolet Malibu

Model Year20112009
ModelGolf / GTIMalibu
TrimGTILTZ
Body4dr Hatch4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed automated manual$1100 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic $1100
FWD$0$0
Accessories 
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 
Full-size spare tire$225 
Temporary spare tire $150
Cargo Management 
Air-conditioned storage compartment$50 
Cargo cover$75 
Cargo mat $40
Cargo net $40
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 
Rear wiper$175 
Exterior 
Laminated front side windows $200
Rear spoiler$200 
Infotainment 
Bluetooth audio streaming$25 
CD changer, in-dash $325
CD player$125 
HD radio$50 
iPod integration$100 
Navigation system$600 
SD Card slot$25 
Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation $225
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror $75
Auto-dimming rearview mirror $150
Automatic headlights $125
Interior ambient lighting $150
Steering-linked headlights$150 
Trip computer$150 
Turn signals on or near mirrors$25 
Xenon HID headlights$500 
Seats and Interior Trim 
Aluminum trim$100 
Center armrest(s), second row$50 
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 fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat $100
Power height adjuster, driver seat $100
Power height adjuster, passenger seat $100
Power recliner, passenger seat$100 
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat $100
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat $100
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Performance steering system (optional) $0
Sport suspension (upgrade)$0 
Transmission 
Launch control$100 
Total Value of Features$4,640$3,630
Value of Feature Adjustments$1,010$0
Value of Feature Adjustments-9710

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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 Year20112009
ModelGolf / GTIMalibu
Body4dr Hatch4dr Sedan
Wheelbase101.5 in112.3 in
Length165.4 in191.8 in
Width70.3 in70.3 in
Height58.3 in57.1 in
Curb Weight3,090 lb.3,680 lb.
Fuel Capacity14.5 gal.16.0 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.3 in39.4 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room54.7 in55.9 in
Row 1 Hip Room0.0 in53.0 in
Row 1 Legroom41.2 in42.2 in
Row 2 Headroom38.5 in37.2 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room52.8 in53.9 in
Row 2 Hip Room0.0 in52.1 in
Row 2 Legroom35.5 in37.6 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum		15.0 ft315.1 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum		46.0 ft315.1 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%

Option Package Details
Chevrolet Malibu LTZ

3.6L V6
DOHC-4v
252 hp@6300
251 lb-ft@3200
FeatureValueRequested?
3.6L V6
DOHC-4v
252 hp@6300
251 lb-ft@3200		1000Yes
Performance steering system (optional)250No
Total Requested100080%
Total Not Requested25020%

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