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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: $26,550

Chevrolet Malibu LT   
Difference: $1,115

Lowest Total Invoice: $24,797

Chevrolet Malibu LT   
Difference: $1,792

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year201220082008
ModelJettaMalibuMalibu
TrimGLILTLTZ
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $23,745 $21,185 $27,095
Base Invoice $22,795 $20,020 $25,605
Autobahn Package 2,050    
6-speed automated manual 1,100    
HFV6 Engine Package   2,060  
2LT Equipment Group   1,855  
Sunroof   800 800
Autobahn Package 1,968    
6-speed automated manual 1,056    
HFV6 Engine Package   1,710  
2LT Equipment Group   1,753  
Sunroof   664 664
Options (change) 3,150 4,715 800
Options (change) 3,024 4,127 664
Destination 770 650 650
Total Price $27,665 $26,550 $28,545
Total Invoice $26,589 $24,797 $26,919

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Volkswagen Jetta vs. Chevrolet Malibu

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Chevrolet Malibu LT
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $1,575
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $2,222
Model Year201220082008
ModelJettaMalibuMalibu
TrimGLILTLTZ
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine200hp I4252hp V6252hp V6
TransmissionS6T6T6
DrivetrainFWDFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)24/32 MPG17/26 MPG17/26 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)400, 9?, 6210, 8
Tire (rear if not all the same)225/40-18225/50-18225/50-18
Total Price$27,665$26,550$28,545
Adjustments for Features0-460-1,890
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$27,665$26,090$26,655
Cost Above Minimum$0$0$565
Total Invoice$26,589$24,797$26,919
Adjustments for Features0-430-1,782
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$26,589$24,367$25,137
Cost Above Minimum$0$0$770

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Features Comparison: Volkswagen Jetta vs. Chevrolet Malibu

Model Year201220082008
ModelJettaMalibuMalibu
TrimGLILTLTZ
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed automated manual$1100  
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic $1100$1100
FWD$0$0$0
Accessories 
Power-adjustable pedals $125 
Remote start $150$150
Universal garage door opener $100$100
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats$0  
Full-size spare tire$225  
Temporary spare tire $150$150
Cargo Management 
Air-conditioned storage compartment$50  
Cargo mat  $40
Cargo net  $40
Overhead sunglass holder$25  
Rear seat pass-through$100  
Climate Control 
Automatic climate control, front$200 $200
Dual-zone climate control$125  
Heated windshield washer nozzles$15  
Interior air filter$0  
Exterior 
Laminated front side windows $200$200
Infotainment 
Bluetooth audio streaming$25  
Bluetooth cell phone link$100  
CD changer, in-dash$325 $325
CD player $125 
HD radio$50  
iPod integration$100  
SD Card slot$25  
Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation $225$225
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror  $75
Auto-dimming rearview mirror $150$150
Automatic headlights $125$125
Fog lights$125 $125
Heated mirrors$25 $25
Interior ambient lighting $150$150
Trip computer$150  
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row$50  
Door sill trim plates $100$100
Leather seating surfaces  $900
Manual height adjuster, driver seat$50  
Manual height adjuster, passenger seat$50  
Metal pedals$75  
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat $100$100
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat  $100
Power height adjuster, driver seat $100$100
Power height adjuster, passenger seat  $100
Power recliner, driver seat  $100
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat $100$100
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat  $100
Soft-touch instrument panel (optional)$0  
Synthetic leather seating surfaces$0  
Synthetic suede inserts in seating surfaces $450 
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Performance steering system (optional) $0$0
Sport suspension (upgrade)$0  
Total Value of Features$2,990$3,450$4,880
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$460$1,890
Value of Feature Adjustments0-430-1,782

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Specifications Comparison: Volkswagen Jetta vs. Chevrolet Malibu

Model Year20122008
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.3,680 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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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 LT

HFV6 Engine Package
FeatureValueRequested?
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic0Yes
Alloy wheels350Yes
Performance steering system (optional)250No
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls100Yes
225/50R18 tires400No
3.6L V6
DOHC-4v
252 hp@6300
251 lb-ft@3200
1000Yes
Total Requested145069%
Total Not Requested65031%
2LT Equipment Group
FeatureValueRequested?
Power-adjustable pedals125No
Synthetic suede inserts450No
Heated front seats200Yes
Illuminated visor mirror, driver40Yes
Illuminated visor mirror, passenger40Yes
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat100No
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat100No
Universal garage door opener100No
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150No
Alloy wheels350Yes
Leather-wrapped steering wheel150Yes
Compass0Yes
Remote start150No
Total Requested78040%
Total Not Requested117560%

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