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Volkswagen Jetta vs. Chevrolet Malibu Classic Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Volkswagen Jetta vs. Chevrolet Malibu Classic Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $21,565

Volkswagen Jetta SE   
Difference: $855

Lowest Total Invoice: $20,733

Volkswagen Jetta SE   
Difference: $425

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year201120112008
ModelJettaJettaMalibu Classic
TrimSESELLT
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $18,195 $21,395 $20,320
Base Invoice $17,467 $20,539 $19,304
Sunroof 1,250 900 800
Convenience Package 1,350    
Front Seating Package     450
Satellite radio     200
Sunroof 1,200 864 664
Convenience Package 1,296    
Front Seating Package     374
Satellite radio     166
Options (change) 2,600 900 1,450
Options (change) 2,496 864 1,204
Destination 770 770 650
Total Price $21,565 $23,065 $22,420
Total Invoice $20,733 $22,173 $21,158

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Volkswagen Jetta vs. Chevrolet Malibu Classic

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Volkswagen Jetta SE
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $1,260
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $814
Model Year201120112008
ModelJettaJettaMalibu Classic
TrimSESELLT
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine170hp I5170hp I5219hp V6
TransmissionM5M5T4
DrivetrainFWDFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)23/33 MPG23/33 MPG18/28 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 6?, 6?, 6
Tire (rear if not all the same)205/55-16225/45-17215/60-16
Total Price$21,565$23,065$22,420
Adjustments for Features-405-1,5800
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$21,160$21,485$22,420
Cost Above Minimum$0$325$0
Total Invoice$20,733$22,173$21,158
Adjustments for Features-389-1,5190
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$20,344$20,654$21,158
Cost Above Minimum$0$310$0

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Features Comparison: Volkswagen Jetta vs. Chevrolet Malibu Classic

Model Year201120112008
ModelJettaJettaMalibu Classic
TrimSESELLT
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
5-speed manual$0$0 
4-speed manually-shiftable automatic  $900
FWD$0$0$0
Accessories 
Proximity key $250 
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
4-wheel disc brakes $150$150
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats$0$0 
Brake assist$50$50 
Front side airbags$350$350 
Full-size spare tire$225$225 
Stability control$400$400 
Temporary spare tire  $150
Cargo Management 
Overhead sunglass holder$25$25 
Rear seat pass-through$100$100 
Climate Control 
Heated windshield washer nozzles$15$15 
Interior air filter$0$0 
Exterior 
Bodyside moldings  $75
Infotainment 
Aux input$50$50 
Bluetooth audio streaming$25$25 
Bluetooth cell phone link$100$100 
CD changer, in-dash$325  
CD player $125$125
HD radio $50 
iPod integration$100$100 
MP3-compatible player$50$50 
Navigation system $600 
SD Card slot$25$25 
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Automatic headlights  $125
Fog lights $125 
Heated mirrors$25$25 
Illuminated visor mirror, passenger$50$50 
Trip computer $150$150
Turn signals on or near mirrors$25$25 
Visor mirror, passenger  $10
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row$50$50 
Manual height adjuster, driver seat$50$50 
Manual height adjuster, passenger seat$50$50 
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat $50$50
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat  $100
Power height adjuster, driver seat  $100
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat  $100
Synthetic leather seating surfaces$0$0 
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Alloy wheels$350$350 
Total Value of Features$2,440$3,615$2,035
Value of Feature Adjustments$405$1,580$0
Value of Feature Adjustments-389-1,5190

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

Specifications Comparison: Volkswagen Jetta vs. Chevrolet Malibu Classic

Model Year20112008
ModelJettaMalibu Classic
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase104.4 in106.3 in
Length182.2 in188.3 in
Width70.0 in69.9 in
Height57.2 in57.5 in
Curb Weight3,018 lb.3,297 lb.
Fuel Capacity14.5 gal.16.3 gal.
Row 1 Headroom38.2 in39.6 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room55.2 in56.7 in
Row 1 Hip Room0.0 in53.2 in
Row 1 Legroom41.2 in41.9 in
Row 2 Headroom37.1 in37.6 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room53.6 in56.1 in
Row 2 Hip Room0.0 in52.4 in
Row 2 Legroom38.1 in38.5 in
Cargo Volume15.5 ft315.4 ft3

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

Option Package Details
Volkswagen Jetta SE

Convenience Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Audio controls on steering wheel125Yes
Heated front seats200Yes
Alloy wheels350No
Unbranded, 6 speakers350No
Leather-wrapped steering wheel150Yes
Satellite radio200Yes
Bluetooth cell phone link100No
Heated windshield washer nozzles15No
iPod integration100No
Bluetooth audio streaming25No
Total Requested67542%
Total Not Requested94058%

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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