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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: $2,290

Lowest Total Invoice: $24,206

Chevrolet Malibu LTZ   
Difference: $2,683

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20122007
ModelJettaMalibu
TrimGLILTZ
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $23,745 $23,675
Base Invoice $22,795 $22,373
Autobahn Package 2,050  
Rear spoiler 375  
6-speed automated manual 1,100  
Satellite radio   325
CD changer, in-dash   300
Sunroof   800
Autobahn Package 1,968  
Rear spoiler 300  
6-speed automated manual 1,056  
Satellite radio   270
CD changer, in-dash   249
Sunroof   664
Options (change) 3,525 1,425
Options (change) 3,324 1,183
Destination 770 650
Total Price $28,040 $25,750
Total Invoice $26,889 $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: $2,890
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $3,247
Model Year20122007
ModelJettaMalibu
TrimGLILTZ
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine200hp I4217hp V6
TransmissionS6T4
DrivetrainFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)24/32 MPG22/32 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)400, 9?, 6
Tire (rear if not all the same)225/40-18225/50-17
Total Price$28,040$25,750
Adjustments for Features0-600
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$28,040$25,150
Total Invoice$26,889$24,206
Adjustments for Features0-564
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$26,889$23,642

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Features Comparison: Volkswagen Jetta vs. Chevrolet Malibu

Model Year20122007
ModelJettaMalibu
TrimGLILTZ
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed automated manual$1100 
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 
Cargo net $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
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)$25 
Infotainment 
Aux input$50 
Bluetooth audio streaming$25 
Bluetooth cell phone link$100 
HD radio$50 
iPod integration$100 
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 
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row$50 
Folding passenger seat $150
Leather seating surfaces $900
Manual height adjuster, driver seat$50 
Manual height adjuster, passenger seat$50 
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat $100
Power height adjuster, driver seat $100
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat $100
Soft-touch instrument panel (optional)$0 
Synthetic leather seating surfaces$0 
Synthetic suede inserts in leather seating surfaces $0
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Alloy wheels$350 
Polished alloy wheels $350
Sport suspension (upgrade)$0 
Transmission 
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls$100 
Total Value of Features$2,965$3,565
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$600
Value of Feature Adjustments0-564

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

Specifications Comparison: Volkswagen Jetta vs. Chevrolet Malibu

Model Year20122007
ModelJettaMalibu
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase104.4 in106.3 in
Length182.2 in188.3 in
Width70.0 in69.9 in
Height57.2 in57.5 in
Curb Weight3,157 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 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%

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