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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: $27,665

Volkswagen Jetta GLI   
Difference: $3,295

Lowest Total Invoice: $26,589

Volkswagen Jetta GLI   
Difference: $2,710

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20122012
ModelJettaMalibu
TrimGLILTZ
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $23,745 $28,600
Base Invoice $22,795 $27,027
Autobahn Package 2,050  
6-speed automated manual 1,100  
3.6L V6   1,600
Autobahn Package 1,968  
6-speed automated manual 1,056  
3.6L V6   1,512
Options (change) 3,150 1,600
Options (change) 3,024 1,512
Destination 770 760
Total Price $27,665 $30,960
Total Invoice $26,589 $29,299

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Volkswagen Jetta vs. Chevrolet Malibu

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Volkswagen Jetta GLI
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $1,595
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $1,101
Model Year20122012
ModelJettaMalibu
TrimGLILTZ
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine200hp I4252hp V6
TransmissionS6T6
DrivetrainFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)24/32 MPG17/26 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)400, 9?, 8
Tire (rear if not all the same)225/40-18225/50-18
Total Price$27,665$30,960
Adjustments for Features0-1,700
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$27,665$29,260
Total Invoice$26,589$29,299
Adjustments for Features0-1,609
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$26,589$27,690

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Features Comparison: Volkswagen Jetta vs. Chevrolet Malibu

Model Year20122012
ModelJettaMalibu
TrimGLILTZ
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed automated manual$1100 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic $1100
FWD$0$0
Accessories 
AC power outlet $100
Remote start $150
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 mat $40
Overhead sunglass holder$25 
Rear seat pass-through$100 
Climate Control 
Dual-zone climate control$125 
Heated windshield washer nozzles$15 
Interior air filter$0 
Exterior 
Bodyside moldings $75
Laminated front side windows $200
Infotainment 
Bluetooth audio streaming$25 
CD changer, in-dash$325 
CD player $125
HD radio$50 
iPod integration$100 
SD Card slot$25 
Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation $225
USB port $25
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Auto-dimming rearview mirror $150
Automatic headlights $125
Interior ambient lighting $150
Trip computer$150 
Turn signals on or near mirrors$25 
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row$50 
Door sill trim plates $100
Leather seating surfaces $900
Manual height adjuster, driver seat$50 
Manual height adjuster, passenger seat$50 
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver 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 lumbar adjuster, driver seat $100
Power recliner, driver seat $100
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat $100
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat $100
Soft-touch instrument panel (optional)$0 
Synthetic leather seating surfaces$0 
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Performance steering system (optional) $0
Sport suspension (upgrade)$0 
Transmission 
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls$100 
Total Value of Features$2,715$4,415
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$1,700
Value of Feature Adjustments0-1,609

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Specifications Comparison: Volkswagen Jetta vs. Chevrolet Malibu

Model Year20122012
ModelJettaMalibu
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase104.4 in112.3 in
Length182.2 in191.8 in
Width70.0 in70.3 in
Height57.2 in57.1 in
Curb Weight3,157 lb.3,645 lb.
Fuel Capacity14.5 gal.16.0 gal.
Row 1 Headroom38.2 in39.4 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room55.2 in55.9 in
Row 1 Hip Room0.0 in53.0 in
Row 1 Legroom41.2 in42.2 in
Row 2 Headroom37.1 in37.2 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room53.6 in53.9 in
Row 2 Hip Room0.0 in52.1 in
Row 2 Legroom38.1 in37.6 in
Cargo Volume15.5 ft315.1 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?
Automatic climate control, front200Yes
Heated front seats200Yes
Sunroof900Yes
Dual-zone climate control125No
Synthetic leather seating surfaces0No
Heated windshield washer nozzles15No
Air-conditioned storage compartment50No
225/40HR18 tires400No
Fender, 400W, 9 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Total Requested130058%
Total Not Requested94042%

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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