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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: $30,960

Chevrolet Malibu LTZ   
Difference: $4,250

Lowest Total Invoice: $29,299

Chevrolet Malibu LTZ   
Difference: $4,480

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20142012
ModelPassatMalibu
TrimV6 SEL PremiumLTZ
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $34,265 $28,600
Base Invoice $32,860 $27,027
Cargo mat 125  
3.6L V6   1,600
Cargo mat 99  
3.6L V6   1,512
Options (change) 125 1,600
Options (change) 99 1,512
Destination 820 760
Total Price $35,210 $30,960
Total Invoice $33,779 $29,299

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Volkswagen Passat vs. Chevrolet Malibu

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Chevrolet Malibu LTZ
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $1,670
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $2,005
Model Year20142012
ModelPassatMalibu
TrimV6 SEL PremiumLTZ
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine280hp V6252hp V6
TransmissionS6T6
DrivetrainFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)20/28 MPG17/26 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)400, 9?, 8
Tire (rear if not all the same)235/45-18225/50-18
Total Price$35,210$30,960
Adjustments for Features-2,5800
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$32,630$30,960
Total Invoice$33,779$29,299
Adjustments for Features-2,4750
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$31,304$29,299

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Features Comparison: Volkswagen Passat vs. Chevrolet Malibu

Model Year20142012
ModelPassatMalibu
TrimV6 SEL PremiumLTZ
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
Proximity key$250 
Remote app$25 
Universal garage door opener$100 
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Rearview camera$200 
Cargo Management 
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 
Rear air vents$100 
Exterior 
Laminated front side windows $200
Infotainment 
Bluetooth audio streaming$25 
DVD-compatible player$0 
HD radio$50 
iPod integration$100 
Media drive$15 
Navigation system$600 
SD Card slot$25 
Telematics service, such as OnStar$200 
Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation $225
Traffic + travel information$25 
USB port $25
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Analog clock$25 
Compass $0
Cornering lights$50 
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
Memory system, driver seat$200 
Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat$100 
Power recliner, passenger seat$100 
Synthetic suede inserts in seating surfaces$450 
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Performance steering system (optional) $0
Transmission 
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls$100 
Total Value of Features$4,330$1,750
Value of Feature Adjustments$2,580$0
Value of Feature Adjustments-2,4750

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Specifications Comparison: Volkswagen Passat vs. Chevrolet Malibu

Model Year20142012
ModelPassatMalibu
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase110.4 in112.3 in
Length191.6 in191.8 in
Width72.2 in70.3 in
Height58.5 in57.1 in
Curb Weight3,446 lb.3,645 lb.
Fuel Capacity18.5 gal.16.0 gal.
Row 1 Headroom38.3 in39.4 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room56.9 in55.9 in
Row 1 Hip Room0.0 in53.0 in
Row 1 Legroom42.4 in42.2 in
Row 2 Headroom37.8 in37.2 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room57.0 in53.9 in
Row 2 Hip Room0.0 in52.1 in
Row 2 Legroom39.1 in37.6 in
Cargo Volume15.9 ft315.1 ft3

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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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