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Volkswagen Passat vs. Chevrolet Malibu Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Volkswagen Passat vs. Chevrolet Malibu Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $33,125

Chevrolet Malibu Premier   
Difference: $815

Lowest Total Invoice: $31,769

Chevrolet Malibu Premier   
Difference: $769

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20122016
ModelPassatMalibu
TrimV6 SEL PremiumPremier
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $32,950 $30,920
Base Invoice $31,600 $29,683
Cargo net 95 60
Cargo mat 125  
Panoramic sunroof   1,270
Cargo net 69 55
Cargo mat 99  
Panoramic sunroof   1,156
Options (change) 220 1,330
Options (change) 168 1,211
Destination 770 875
Total Price $33,940 $33,125
Total Invoice $32,538 $31,769

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Volkswagen Passat vs. Chevrolet Malibu

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Chevrolet Malibu Premier
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $2,515
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $2,399
Model Year20122016
ModelPassatMalibu
TrimV6 SEL PremiumPremier
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine280hp V6250hp I4
TransmissionS6T8
DrivetrainFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)20/28 MPG22/32 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)400, 9?, 9
Tire (rear if not all the same)235/45-18245/40-19
Total Price$33,940$33,125
Adjustments for Features0-1,700
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$33,940$31,425
Total Invoice$32,538$31,769
Adjustments for Features0-1,630
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$32,538$30,139

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Features Comparison: Volkswagen Passat vs. Chevrolet Malibu

Model Year20122016
ModelPassatMalibu
TrimV6 SEL PremiumPremier
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed automated manual$1100 
8-speed manually-shiftable automatic $1300
FWD$0$0
Accessories 
AC power outlet $100
Heated steering wheel $100
Remote app $25
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Knee airbag, driver $75
Knee airbag, passenger $75
Rear side airbags $300
Rearview camera $200
Rollover sensor $50
Safety key $5
Temporary spare tire$150 
Vehicle health reports $0
Cargo Management 
Overhead sunglass holder$25 
Rear seat pass-through$100 
Climate Control 
Heated windshield washer nozzles$15 
Rear air vents $100
Exterior 
Bodyside moldings$75 
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) $25
Laminated front side windows $200
Panoramic sunroof $1200
Sunroof$900 
Infotainment 
4G LTE connectivity $0
Android Auto support $100
App support $0
Apple CarPlay support $100
CD player$125 
DVD-compatible player$0 
HD radio$50 
iPod integration$100 
Media drive$15 
MP3-compatible player$50 
SD Card slot$25 
SMS text-to-speech reader $25
Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation $225
Traffic information$25 
USB port $25
Voice control for external devices $0
Wi-Fi hotspot $50
Wireless charging station $75
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Analog clock$25 
Compass $0
Cornering lights$50 
Fog lights$125 
Seats and Interior Trim 
Cooled or ventilated front seats $300
Door sill trim plates $100
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat $100
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat$100 
Synthetic suede inserts in leather seating surfaces$0 
Upgraded floor mats $0
Transmission 
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls$100 
Total Value of Features$3,155$4,855
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$1,700
Value of Feature Adjustments0-1,630

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Specifications Comparison: Volkswagen Passat vs. Chevrolet Malibu

Model Year20122016
ModelPassatMalibu
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase110.4 in111.4 in
Length191.6 in193.8 in
Width72.2 in73.0 in
Height58.5 in57.7 in
Curb Weight3,446 lb.3,388 lb.
Fuel Capacity18.5 gal.13.0 gal.
Row 1 Headroom38.3 in39.1 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room56.9 in58.5 in
Row 1 Hip Room0.0 in54.1 in
Row 1 Legroom42.4 in42.0 in
Row 2 Headroom37.8 in37.5 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room57.0 in57.1 in
Row 2 Hip Room0.0 in53.4 in
Row 2 Legroom39.1 in38.1 in
Cargo Volume15.9 ft315.8 ft3

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Option Package Details
Chevrolet Malibu Premier

Panoramic sunroof
FeatureValueRequested?
Panoramic sunroof1200No
Universal garage door opener100Yes
Upgraded floor mats0No
Total Requested1008%
Total Not Requested120092%

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