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Volkswagen Routan vs. Chevrolet Malibu Price Comparison (MSRP)The sticker prices, before adjusting for remaining feature differences. Usually these are the numbers you will see on the window stickers.
Models in short supply often sell at or even above these prices.
Models in short supply often sell at or even above these prices.
Volkswagen Routan vs. Chevrolet Malibu Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $34,285 Chevrolet Malibu Premier | ||
| Difference: $10,890 | ||
Lowest Total Invoice: $32,827 Chevrolet Malibu Premier | ||
| Difference: $10,524 | ||
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| Model Year | 2012 | 2018 |
| Model | Routan | Malibu |
| Trim | SEL Premium | Premier |
| Body | 4dr Minivan, ext. | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Price | $44,280 | $30,975 |
| Base Invoice | $42,465 | $29,736 |
| Engine-block heater | 75 | 100 |
| Sun and Wheels Package | 2,270 | |
| Cargo net | 65 | |
| Engine-block heater | 66 | 91 |
| Sun and Wheels Package | 2,066 | |
| Cargo net | 59 | |
| Options (change) | 75 | 2,435 |
| Options (change) | 66 | 2,216 |
| Destination | 820 | 875 |
| Total Price | $45,175 | $34,285 |
| Total Invoice | $43,351 | $32,827 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Volkswagen Routan vs. Chevrolet Malibu
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Chevrolet Malibu Premier | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $4,480 | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $4,373 | ||
| Model Year | 2012 | 2018 |
| Model | Routan | Malibu |
| Trim | SEL Premium | Premier |
| Body | 4dr Minivan, ext. | 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | 283hp V6 | 250hp I4 |
| Transmission | T6 | T9 |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | 17/25 MPG | 22/32 MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 506, 9 | ?, 9 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 225/65-17 | 245/40-19 |
| Total Price | $45,175 | $34,285 |
| Adjustments for Features | -6,410 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $38,765 | $34,285 |
| Total Invoice | $43,351 | $32,827 |
| Adjustments for Features | -6,151 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $37,200 | $32,827 |
Features Comparison: Volkswagen Routan vs. Chevrolet Malibu
| Model Year | 2012 | 2018 |
| Model | Routan | Malibu |
| Trim | SEL Premium | Premier |
| Body | 4dr Minivan, ext. | 4dr Sedan |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | |
| 9-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1400 | |
| FWD | $0 | $0 |
| Accessories | ||
| Dual power sliding doors | $800 | |
| Heated steering wheel | $100 | |
| Power flip-out rear side windows | $125 | |
| Power liftgate | $350 | |
| Power-adjustable pedals | $125 | |
| Remote app | $25 | |
| Sunshades, second row | $125 | |
| Sunshades, third row | $125 | |
| Tilt steering wheel, manual | $150 | |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||
| Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats | $0 | |
| Blind spot warning system | $200 | |
| Cross-traffic warning, rear | $100 | |
| Front side airbags | $350 | |
| Knee airbag, driver | $75 | |
| Knee airbag, passenger | $75 | |
| Obstacle detection, rear | $250 | |
| Rear side airbags | $300 | |
| Rollover sensor | $50 | |
| Safety key | $5 | |
| Side curtain airbags | $350 | |
| Side curtain airbags, three rows | $500 | |
| Temporary spare tire | $150 | |
| Vehicle health reports | $0 | |
| Cargo Management | ||
| Cargo mat | $40 | |
| Console with shifter | $150 | |
| Overhead console storage compartments | $100 | |
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | |
| Removable console | $200 | |
| Roof rails | $250 | |
| Second-row under-floor storage | $150 | |
| Sliding center console | $50 | |
| Trailering equipment (4 wire) | $125 | |
| Climate Control | ||
| Rain-sensing wipers | $175 | |
| Rear air vents | $100 | |
| Rear air vents with automatic controls | $250 | |
| Rear HVAC unit | $400 | |
| Rear wiper | $175 | |
| Variable intermittent wipers | $75 | |
| Exterior | ||
| Bodyside moldings | $75 | |
| Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) | $25 | |
| Deep-tinted rear windows | $275 | |
| Laminated front side windows | $200 | |
| Panoramic sunroof | $1200 | |
| Rear bumper protector | $40 | |
| Rear spoiler | $200 | |
| Sunroof | $900 | |
| Infotainment | ||
| 4G LTE connectivity | $0 | |
| Additional screen for entertainment system | $200 | |
| Android Auto support | $100 | |
| App support | $0 | |
| Apple CarPlay support | $100 | |
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | |
| CD changer, in-dash | $325 | |
| DVD-compatible player | $0 | |
| Entertainment system, ceiling-mounted | $1000 | |
| iPod integration | $100 | |
| Media drive | $15 | |
| MP3-compatible player | $50 | |
| Satellite radio | $200 | |
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | $250 | |
| Second DVD player for entertainment system | $200 | |
| SMS text-to-speech reader | $25 | |
| Surround sound | $250 | |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation | $225 | |
| Traffic information | $25 | |
| USB port | $25 | |
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | |
| Voice recorder | $0 | |
| Wi-Fi hotspot | $50 | |
| Wireless charging station | $75 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | $75 | |
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | $75 | |
| Conversation mirror | $25 | |
| Fog lights | $125 | |
| Xenon HID headlights | $500 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | $300 | |
| Door sill trim plates | $100 | |
| Heated second row seats | $200 | |
| Manual fore-aft adjuster, second row seats | $75 | |
| Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $50 | |
| Manual recliner, second row seats | $75 | |
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $100 | |
| Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Power recliner, third row seats | $150 | |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Power-stowing third row seats | $1000 | |
| Tailgating position, third row seats | $50 | |
| Upgraded floor mats | $0 | |
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||
| Auto-leveling rear shocks | $200 | |
| Total Value of Features | $12,605 | $6,195 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $6,410 | $0 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -6,151 | 0 |
Specifications Comparison: Volkswagen Routan vs. Chevrolet Malibu
| Model Year | 2012 | 2018 |
| Model | Routan | Malibu |
| Body | 4dr Minivan, ext. | 4dr Sedan |
| Wheelbase | 121.2 in | 111.4 in |
| Length | 202.5 in | 193.8 in |
| Width | 76.9 in | 73.0 in |
| Height | 68.9 in | 57.7 in |
| Curb Weight | 4,494 lb. | 3,388 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 20.5 gal. | 15.8 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 37.2 in | 39.1 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 63.0 in | 58.5 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 0.0 in | 54.1 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 40.6 in | 42.0 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 39.2 in | 37.5 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 64.7 in | 57.1 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 0.0 in | 53.4 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 36.3 in | 38.1 in |
| Row 3 Headroom | 37.9 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 3 Shoulder Room | 62.0 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 3 Legroom | 31.8 in | 0.0 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 32.3 ft3 | 15.8 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 83.0 ft3 | 15.8 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 140.6 ft3 | 15.8 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Chevrolet Malibu Premier
| Sun and Wheels Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Panoramic sunroof | 1200 | No |
| 245/40R19 tires | 400 | No |
| Upgraded floor mats | 0 | No |
| Total Requested | 100 | 6% |
| Total Not Requested | 1600 | 94% |
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