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Volkswagen Tiguan vs. Chevrolet Malibu Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Volkswagen Tiguan vs. Chevrolet Malibu Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $30,960

Chevrolet Malibu LTZ   
Difference: $7,555

Lowest Total Invoice: $29,299

Chevrolet Malibu LTZ   
Difference: $7,711

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20152012
ModelTiguanMalibu
TrimR-LineLTZ
Body4dr SUV4dr Sedan
Base Price $37,650 $28,600
Base Invoice $36,145 $27,027
3.6L V6   1,600
3.6L V6   1,512
Options (change) 0 1,600
Options (change) 0 1,512
Destination 865 760
Total Price $38,515 $30,960
Total Invoice $37,010 $29,299

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Volkswagen Tiguan vs. Chevrolet Malibu

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Chevrolet Malibu LTZ
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $2,905
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $3,243
Model Year20152012
ModelTiguanMalibu
TrimR-LineLTZ
Body4dr SUV4dr Sedan
Engine200hp I4252hp V6
TransmissionT6T6
DrivetrainFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)21/26 MPG17/26 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)400, 9?, 8
Tire (rear if not all the same)255/40-19225/50-18
Total Price$38,515$30,960
Adjustments for Features-4,6500
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$33,865$30,960
Total Invoice$37,010$29,299
Adjustments for Features-4,4680
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$32,542$29,299

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Features Comparison: Volkswagen Tiguan vs. Chevrolet Malibu

Model Year20152012
ModelTiguanMalibu
TrimR-LineLTZ
Body4dr SUV4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1100$1100
FWD$0$0
Accessories 
AC power outlet $100
Proximity key$250 
Remote app$25 
Remote start $150
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Rearview camera$200 
Rollover sensor$50 
Trailer sway control$25 
Vehicle health reports$0 
Cargo Management 
Air-conditioned storage compartment$50 
Cargo mat $40
Overhead sunglass holder$25 
Roof rails$250 
Trailering equipment (4 wire)$125 
Climate Control 
Dual-zone climate control$125 
Heated windshield washer nozzles$15 
Interior air filter$0 
Rain-sensing wipers$175 
Rear air vents$100 
Rear wiper$175 
Variable intermittent wipers $75
Exterior 
Bodyside cladding$350 
Bodyside moldings $75
Deep-tinted rear windows$275 
Laminated front side windows $200
Larger rear spoiler$200 
Panoramic sunroof$1200 
Sunroof $900
Wheel-lip moldings$75 
Infotainment 
Bluetooth audio streaming$25 
iPod integration$100 
Navigation system$600 
SD Card slot$25 
Telematics service, such as OnStar$200 
Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation $225
USB port $25
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Cornering lights$50 
Power-folding mirrors$50 
Steering-linked headlights$150 
Trip computer$150 
Turn signals on or near mirrors$25 
Xenon HID headlights$500 
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row$50 
Manual fore-aft adjuster, second row seats$75 
Manual recliner, second row seats$75 
Memory system, driver seat$200 
Metal pedals$75 
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat$150 
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat$150 
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat $100
Power recliner, passenger seat$100 
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Performance steering system (optional) $0
Sport suspension (upgrade)$0 
Transmission 
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls$100 
Total Value of Features$7,640$2,990
Value of Feature Adjustments$4,650$0
Value of Feature Adjustments-4,4680

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Specifications Comparison: Volkswagen Tiguan vs. Chevrolet Malibu

Model Year20152012
ModelTiguanMalibu
Body4dr SUV4dr Sedan
Wheelbase102.5 in112.3 in
Length174.5 in191.8 in
Width71.2 in70.3 in
Height65.6 in57.1 in
Curb Weight3,404 lb.3,645 lb.
Fuel Capacity16.8 gal.16.0 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.1 in39.4 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room56.2 in55.9 in
Row 1 Hip Room0.0 in53.0 in
Row 1 Legroom40.1 in42.2 in
Row 2 Headroom39.0 in37.2 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room55.0 in53.9 in
Row 2 Hip Room0.0 in52.1 in
Row 2 Legroom35.8 in37.6 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum
23.8 ft315.1 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum
56.1 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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