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Chevrolet Malibu Classic vs. Dodge Caliber Price Comparison

Chevrolet Malibu Classic vs Dodge Caliber Price Comparison: - photograph by Duspinnst
Chevrolet Malibu Classic vs Dodge Caliber Price Comparison: - photograph by Johnny W.

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Summary

For the Chevrolet Malibu Classic vs. Dodge Caliber price comparison, we have first equipped the cars with selected features. The specific options added are shown in the Malibu Classic vs. Caliber Price Comparison table. If you want to know how much the Malibu Classic and Caliber will cost with the features you specified, this is the table to check. In this case, the Dodge Caliber R/T's price is $1,830 lower than the Chevrolet Malibu Classic LT's price

Each car includes features you didn't request, and that aren't included on the other car. In the Malibu Classic vs. Caliber Features Comparison table we've tallied these features up and assigned monetary values to them using the site's default values. For example, compared to the Dodge Caliber R/T, the Chevrolet Malibu Classic LT includes additional features worth $0. The TrueDelta Value Comparison figures include adjustments for most differences in feature content. However, they do not include advertising fees, factory-to-dealer incentives, or differences in engines, tires, seat configurations, and audio systems. Exceptions: They do include values for third-row seats and media players. Additional notes

0 In this case, after a $295 adjustment for the Dodge Caliber R/T's additional features, the Dodge Caliber R/T is $1,830 less than the Chevrolet Malibu Classic LT.

TrueDelta Value Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu Classic vs. Dodge Caliber

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Dodge Caliber R/T
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: 1,830
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: 1,831
Model Year20082008
ModelMalibu ClassicCaliber
TrimLTR/T
Body4dr Sedan4dr Hatch
Engine219hp V6172hp I4
TransmissionT4M5
DrivetrainFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)18/28 MPG23/29 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers?, 6458, 9
Tire (rear if not all the same)215/60-16215/55-18
Total Price23,26521,730
Adjustments for Features0-295
Feature-Adjusted Total Price23,26521,435
Total Invoice21,85920,304
Adjustments for Features0-276
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice21,85920,028

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Invoice Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu Classic vs. Dodge Caliber

Price Comparison (MSRP): Chevrolet Malibu Classic vs. Dodge Caliber

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.

Lowest Total Price: Dodge Caliber R/T
Difference: 1,535
Lowest Total Invoice: Dodge Caliber R/T
Difference: 1,555
Model Year20082008
ModelMalibu ClassicCaliber
TrimLTR/T
Body4dr Sedan4dr Hatch
Base Price20,32019,310
Base Invoice19,30418,032
Front Seating Package450 
Luxury and Convenience Package595 
Rear spoiler175 
Engine-block heater7535
Sunroof800795
Satellite radio200 
Driver Convenience Group 760
Front side airbags 250
Front Seating Package 0
Luxury and Convenience Package 0
Rear spoiler 0
Engine-block heater 32
Sunroof 731
Satellite radio 0
Driver Convenience Group 699
Front side airbags 230
Total options2,2951,840
Total options1,9051,692
Destination650580
Total Price23,26521,730
Total Invoice21,85920,304

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Features Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu Classic vs. Dodge Caliber

Model Year20082008
ModelMalibu ClassicCaliber
TrimLTR/T
Body4dr Sedan4dr Hatch
Transmission and Drivetrain 
4-speed manually-shiftable automatic$900 
5-speed manual $0
FWD$0$0
Accessories 
AC power outlet $100
Tilt steering wheel, manual $150
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual$250 
Universal garage door opener $100
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Front side airbags $350
Knee airbag, driver $100
Traction control$100 
Cargo Management 
Air-conditioned storage compartment $50
Cargo cover $75
Climate Control and Infotainment 
Articulating liftgate speakers $50
Aux input $100
Bluetooth cell phone link $100
Interior air filter $25
Rear wiper $175
Satellite radio$200 
Satellite radio - one year subscription $250
Exterior 
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) $50
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Automatic headlights$125 
Illuminated visor mirror, driver$50 
Illuminated visor mirror, passenger$50 
Visor mirror, driver $10
Visor mirror, passenger $10
Seats and Interior Trim 
Folding passenger seat $150
Interior trim, special color $0
Manual height adjuster, driver seat $50
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat$50 
Manual recliner, second row seats $75
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat$100 
Power height adjuster, driver seat$100 
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat$100 
Stain-resistant fabric $100
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Alloy wheels $350
Alloy-look steel wheels$100 
Performance steering system (optional) $0
Sport suspension (upgrade) $0
Total Value of Features$2,125$2,420
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$295
Value of Feature Adjustments0-276

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Specifications Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu Classic vs. Dodge Caliber

Model Year20082008
ModelMalibu ClassicCaliber
Body4dr Sedan4dr Hatch
Wheelbase106.3 in103.7 in
Length188.3 in173.8 in
Width69.9 in68.8 in
Height57.5 in60.4 in
Curb Weight3,297 lb.3,066 lb.
Fuel Capacity16.3 gal.13.6 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.6 in40.0 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room56.7 in54.2 in
Row 1 Hip Room53.2 in52.2 in
Row 1 Legroom41.9 in41.8 in
Row 2 Headroom37.6 in38.9 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room56.1 in53.4 in
Row 2 Hip Room52.4 in49.6 in
Row 2 Legroom38.5 in35.6 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum		15.4 ft318.5 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum		15.448.0 ft3

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Option Package Details
LT

Front Seating Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Heated300Yes
Power fore-aft, driver100No
Power tilt, driver100No
Total Requested30060%
Total Not Requested20040%
Luxury and Convenience Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Illuminated visor mirror, passenger40No
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Fog lights125Yes
Compass25Yes
Alloy-look steel wheels100No
Total Requested30068%
Total Not Requested14032%

Option Package Details
R/T

Driver Convenience Group
FeatureValueRequested?
Universal garage door opener100No
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Trip computer150Yes
Bluetooth cell phone link100No
Compass25Yes
Total Requested32562%
Total Not Requested20038%

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Price of the Dodge Caliber: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2009 4dr Hatch 158-horsepower 2.0L I4
CVT FWD		 The car was a very affordable, had everything I needed and was cheaper than the entry level SUVs. It was the lowest cost hatchback/wagon that I was looking at (subaru, VW)by alot.
2008 4dr Hatch 158-horsepower 2.0L I4
CVT FWD		 Relatively inexpensive compared to other brand/models for the features that come standard
2007 4dr Hatch 158-horsepower 2.0L I4
CVT FWD		 Affordable base price for useful car with fresh exterior design.
2007 4dr Hatch 158-horsepower 2.0L I4
CVT FWD		 Compared to the competition, the car felt solid for the money, under $20k.
2007 4dr Hatch 148-horsepower 1.8L I4
5-speed manual FWD		 moderate price for category
2007 4dr Hatch 158-horsepower 2.0L I4
CVT FWD		 I originally started out leasing but after my 2 years I decided to buy it. The payments are very reasonable for the newness of the car.
2007 4dr Hatch 158-horsepower 2.0L I4
CVT FWD		 Fair price for the car...payments are reasonable.
2007 4dr Hatch 158-horsepower 2.0L I4
CVT FWD		 Low price, and payments were just right.
Price of the Dodge Caliber: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2007 4dr Hatch 172-horsepower 2.4L I4
6-speed shiftable CVT AWD		 I known that when buying a AWD vehiche we have to pay a little more

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