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Chevrolet Malibu Classic vs. Nissan LEAF Price Comparison

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Chevrolet Malibu Classic vs Nissan LEAF Price Comparison:

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Summary

For the Chevrolet Malibu Classic vs. Nissan LEAF price comparison, we have first equipped the cars with selected features. The specific options added are shown in the Malibu Classic vs. LEAF Price Comparison table. If you want to know how much the Malibu Classic and LEAF will cost with the features you specified, this is the table to check. In this case, the Chevrolet Malibu Classic LT's price is $1,195 lower than the Nissan LEAF SV's price

Each car includes features you didn't request, and that aren't included on the other car. In the Malibu Classic vs. LEAF 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 Chevrolet Malibu Classic LT, the Nissan LEAF SV includes additional features worth $2995. 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, despite a $2995 adjustment for the Nissan LEAF SV's additional features, the Chevrolet Malibu Classic LT is $1,195 less than the Chevrolet Malibu Classic LT.

TrueDelta Value Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu Classic vs. Nissan LEAF

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Chevrolet Malibu Classic LT
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: 1,195
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: 1,149
Model Year200820112011
ModelMalibu ClassicLEAFLEAF
TrimLTSVSL
Body4dr Sedan4dr Hatch4dr Hatch
Engine219hp V6107hp E107hp E
TransmissionT4A1A1
DrivetrainFWDFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)18/28 MPG106/92 MPG106/92 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers?, 6?, 6?, 6
Tire (rear if not all the same)215/60-16205/55-16205/55-16
Total Price21,94026,13027,070
Adjustments for Features0-2,995-3,870
Feature-Adjusted Total Price21,94023,13523,200
Cost Above Minimum0065
Total Invoice20,75924,74425,643
Adjustments for Features0-2,836-3,666
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice20,75921,90821,977
Cost Above Minimum0069

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Invoice Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu Classic vs. Nissan LEAF

Price Comparison (MSRP): Chevrolet Malibu Classic vs. Nissan LEAF

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: Chevrolet Malibu Classic LT
Difference: 4,190
Lowest Total Invoice: Chevrolet Malibu Classic LT
Difference: 3,985
Model Year200820112011
ModelMalibu ClassicLEAFLEAF
TrimLTSVSL
Body4dr Sedan4dr Hatch4dr Hatch
Base Price20,32032,78033,720
Base Invoice19,30431,39432,293
Luxury and Convenience Package595  
Rear spoiler175  
Satellite radio200  
Luxury and Convenience Package494  
Rear spoiler145  
Satellite radio166  
Total options97000
Total options80500
Destination650850850
Gas Tax0-7,500-7,500
Total Price21,94026,13027,070
Total Invoice20,75924,74425,643

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Features Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu Classic vs. Nissan LEAF

Model Year200820112011
ModelMalibu ClassicLEAFLEAF
TrimLTSVSL
Body4dr Sedan4dr Hatch4dr Hatch
Transmission and Drivetrain 
4-speed manually-shiftable automatic$900  
1-speed automatic $800$800
FWD$0$0$0
Accessories 
Photovoltaic solar panel  $250
Proximity key $250$250
Remote app $25$25
Tilt steering wheel, manual $150$150
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual$250  
Universal garage door opener  $100
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Brake assist $50$50
Compact spare tire$75  
Front seat active head restraints $50$50
Front side airbags $350$350
Rearview camera  $200
Stability control $400$400
Cargo Management 
Cargo cover  $75
Climate Control and Infotainment 
Automatic climate control, front $200$200
Aux input $100$100
Bluetooth audio streaming $25$25
Bluetooth cell phone link $100$100
MP3-compatible player $50$50
Navigation system $600$600
Rear wiper $175$175
USB port $150$150
Voice control for nav and audio $100$100
Exterior 
Bodyside moldings$75  
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Automatic headlights$125 $125
Compass$25  
Detailed driving style feedback $100$100
Digital instruments $0$0
Fog lights$125 $125
Illuminated visor mirror, driver$50  
Illuminated visor mirror, passenger$50  
LED headlights $1200$1200
Tachometer$75  
Visor mirror, driver $10$10
Visor mirror, passenger $10$10
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), front row$75  
Floor mats$75  
Leather-wrapped steering wheel$150  
Manual height adjuster, driver seat $50$50
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat$50  
Power height adjuster, driver seat$100  
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Alloy-look steel wheels$100  
Machined alloy wheels $350$350
Total Value of Features$2,300$5,295$6,170
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$2,995$3,870
Value of Feature Adjustments0-2,836-3,666

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Specifications Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu Classic vs. Nissan LEAF

Model Year20082011
ModelMalibu ClassicLEAF
Body4dr Sedan4dr Hatch
Wheelbase106.3 in106.3 in
Length188.3 in175.0 in
Width69.9 in69.7 in
Height57.5 in61.0 in
Curb Weight3,297 lb.3,366 lb.
Fuel Capacity16.3 gal.0.0 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.6 in41.2 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room56.7 in54.4 in
Row 1 Hip Room53.2 in51.5 in
Row 1 Legroom41.9 in42.1 in
Row 2 Headroom37.6 in37.3 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room56.1 in52.5 in
Row 2 Hip Room52.4 in50.0 in
Row 2 Legroom38.5 in31.1 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum		15.4 ft314.5 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum		15.40.0 ft3

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Option Package Details
LT

Luxury and Convenience Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Illuminated visor mirror, passenger40No
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Fog lights125Yes
Compass25No
Alloy-look steel wheels100No
Total Requested27563%
Total Not Requested16537%

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Price of the Nissan LEAF: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2012 4dr Hatch 107-horsepower Electric
1-speed automatic FWD		 With a price in the upper $30k range, the car is very expensive.
2011 4dr Hatch 107-horsepower Electric
1-speed automatic FWD		 Without tax credits it would be far too expensive.

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