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Chevrolet Malibu vs. Ford Escape Price Comparison

Chevrolet Malibu vs Ford Escape Price Comparison:
Chevrolet Malibu vs Ford Escape Price Comparison:

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Summary

For the Chevrolet Malibu vs. Ford Escape price comparison, we have first equipped the cars with selected features. The specific options added are shown in the Malibu vs. Escape Price Comparison table. If you want to know how much the Malibu and Escape will cost with the features you specified, this is the table to check. In this case, the Chevrolet Malibu Maxx SS's price is $3,306 lower than the Ford Escape XLT's price

Each car includes features you didn't request, and that aren't included on the other car. In the Malibu vs. Escape 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 Maxx SS, the Ford Escape XLT includes additional features worth $3055. 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 $3055 adjustment for the Ford Escape XLT's additional features, the Chevrolet Malibu Maxx SS is $3,306 less than the Chevrolet Malibu Maxx SS.

TrueDelta Value Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Ford Escape

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Chevrolet Malibu Maxx SS
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: 3,306
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: 2,649
Model Year200720122012
ModelMalibuEscapeEscape
TrimMaxx SSXLTLimited
Body4dr Hatch4dr SUV4dr SUV
Engine354hp V8240hp V6240hp V6
TransmissionT4A6A6
DrivetrainFWDAWDAWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)18/26 MPG18/23 MPG18/23 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers?, 680, 4320, 7
Tire (rear if not all the same)225/50-18235/70-16235/70-16
Total Price26,70433,06533,475
Adjustments for Features0-3,055-3,080
Feature-Adjusted Total Price26,70430,01030,395
Cost Above Minimum00385
Total Invoice25,00230,46630,907
Adjustments for Features0-2,815-2,844
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice25,00227,65128,063
Cost Above Minimum00412

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Invoice Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Ford Escape

Price Comparison (MSRP): Chevrolet Malibu vs. Ford Escape

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 Maxx SS
Difference: 6,361
Lowest Total Invoice: Chevrolet Malibu Maxx SS
Difference: 5,464
Model Year200720122012
ModelMalibuEscapeEscape
TrimMaxx SSXLTLimited
Body4dr Hatch4dr SUV4dr SUV
Base Price23,71024,87026,370
Base Invoice22,40623,22224,587
Satellite radio199  
Engine-block heater503535
Sunroof800  
Entertainment system, console-mounted1,295  
Package 203A 1,985 
Remote start 345345
Cargo net 6565
3.0L V6 1,1951,195
AWD 1,7501,750
Entertainment system with dual headrest screens 1,9951,995
Moon and Tune Package  895
Satellite radio  0
Engine-block heater  30
Sunroof  0
Entertainment system, console-mounted  0
Package 203A  0
Remote start  293
Cargo net  34
3.0L V6  1,088
AWD  1,593
Entertainment system with dual headrest screens  1,696
Moon and Tune Package  761
Total options2,3447,3706,280
Total options1,9466,4195,495
Destination650825825
Total Price26,70433,06533,475
Total Invoice25,00230,46630,907

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Features Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Ford Escape

Model Year200720122012
ModelMalibuEscapeEscape
TrimMaxx SSXLTLimited
Body4dr Hatch4dr SUV4dr SUV
Transmission and Drivetrain 
4-speed manually-shiftable automatic$900  
6-speed automatic $1000$1000
FWD$0  
AWD $1700$1700
Accessories 
Keyless entry keypad $50$50
Power-adjustable pedals$125  
Tilt steering wheel, manual $150$150
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual$250  
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
4-wheel disc brakes$150  
911 assist $25$25
Brake assist $50$50
Rollover sensor $100$100
Safety key $25$25
Stability control $400$400
Tire-pressure monitor $75$75
Vehicle health reports $0$0
Cargo Management 
Cargo cover $75$75
Cargo shelf, height-adjustable$100  
Overhead sunglass holder $25$25
Roof rack $300$300
Climate Control and Infotainment 
App support $125$125
Automatic climate control, front$200  
Aux input $100$100
Bluetooth audio streaming $25$25
Bluetooth cell phone link $100$100
Entertainment system with dual headrest screens $1200$1200
Entertainment system, console-mounted$1000  
iPod integration $150$150
MP3-compatible player $50$50
Navigation, turn-by-turn $50$50
SMS text-to-speech reader $50$50
Traffic + travel information $50$50
Voice control for audio system $50$50
Voice control for external devices $50$50
Exterior 
Body kit$350  
Bodyside moldings$75  
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)$50  
Deep-tinted rear windows $275$275
Glass roof panel(s)$200  
Rear spoiler$200  
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Auto-dimming rearview mirror $150$150
Compass $25$25
Heated mirrors  $25
Illuminated visor mirror, passenger $50$50
Spotter mirrors $40$40
Visor mirror, passenger$10  
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row$50  
Heated front seats $300$300
Leather seating surfaces $900$900
Manual fore-aft adjuster, second row seats$75  
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat$50  
Manual recliner, second row seats$75  
Partial leather seating sufaces$450  
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Alloy wheels $350 
Machined alloy wheels  $350
Performance steering system (optional)$0  
Polished alloy wheels$700  
Sport suspension (upgrade)$0  
White-letter tires $0 
Total Value of Features$5,010$8,065$8,090
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$3,055$3,080
Value of Feature Adjustments0-2,815-2,844

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Specifications Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Ford Escape

Model Year20072012
ModelMalibuEscape
Body4dr Hatch4dr SUV
Wheelbase112.3 in103.1 in
Length187.8 in174.7 in
Width69.8 in71.1 in
Height58.1 in67.7 in
Curb Weight3,476 lb.3,529 lb.
Fuel Capacity16.3 gal.16.5 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.4 in40.4 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room56.7 in56.6 in
Row 1 Hip Room53.5 in53.3 in
Row 1 Legroom41.9 in41.6 in
Row 2 Headroom39.4 in39.2 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room55.5 in55.9 in
Row 2 Hip Room52.4 in49.1 in
Row 2 Legroom41.0 in35.6 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum		22.8 ft329.2 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum		41.0 ft366.3 ft3

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Option Package Details
XLT

AWD
FeatureValueRequested?
AWD0Yes
White-letter tires0No
Total Requested0%
Total Not Requested0%
Package 203A
FeatureValueRequested?
Heated front seats300No
Interior ambient lighting150No
Leather seating surfaces900No
Sunroof900Yes
Roof rack crossbars50No
Cargo cover75Yes
Storage beneath cargo floor100No
Traffic + travel information50No
Navigation, turn-by-turn50No
App support125No
Bluetooth cell phone link100No
iPod integration150No
Voice control for external devices50No
Text-to-speech reader50No
Vehicle health reports0No
911 assist25No
Bluetooth audio streaming25No
Voice control for audio system50No
Total Requested97531%
Total Not Requested217569%

Option Package Details
Limited

Moon and Tune Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Sunroof900Yes
Unbranded, 320W, 7 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Total Requested90072%
Total Not Requested35028%

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Price of the Chevrolet Malibu

Price of the Chevrolet Malibu: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2012 4dr Sedan 169-horsepower 2.4L I4
6-speed shiftable automatic FWD		 Got a really good lease deal. Didn't want to purchase a car at the time.
2010 4dr Sedan 252-horsepower 3.6L V6
6-speed shiftable automatic FWD		 I bought my malibu used with 9000 miles. I got a very good price so I am happy with my decision.
2009 4dr Sedan 252-horsepower 3.6L V6
6-speed shiftable automatic FWD		 Paid $23,049 for 2LT with sunroof
2009 4dr Sedan 169-horsepower 2.4L I4
6-speed shiftable automatic FWD		 Value packed - easily beats the competition on price, and GM incentives plus warranty make it a no brainer.
2008 4dr Sedan 169-horsepower 2.4L I4
4-speed automatic FWD		 We found this car used with 15,000 miles for about $5,000 less than any other used Malibu available.
2008 4dr Sedan 169-horsepower 2.4L I4
4-speed automatic FWD		 The Malibu is a very quiet and refined car. It has decent handling and offers a lot of features for its price! The dealer incentives, combined with many positive reviews make it in my opinion a car that provides good value for the money.
2007 4dr Sedan 145-horsepower 2.2L I4
4-speed shiftable automatic FWD		 I purchased new base model and have paid 2500 less than sticker price (60 month).
2007 4dr Hatch 217-horsepower 3.5L V6
4-speed shiftable automatic FWD		 I bought it used, depreciation is very high so it was very inexpensive considering the features and performance offered. It cost only 50% of list when only 23 months old. Since I intend to keep it for at least three year depreciation is not a concern.
2005 4dr Sedan 200-horsepower 3.5L V6
4-speed shiftable automatic FWD		 Great vehicle to have!
2005 4dr Sedan 200-horsepower 3.5L V6
4-speed shiftable automatic FWD		 The price was over 10K less than Camry or Accord and actually had better safety and features.

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Price of the Ford Escape

Price of the Ford Escape: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2011 4dr SUV 171-horsepower 2.5L I4
6-speed automatic AWD		 Lowest
2009 4dr SUV 240-horsepower 3.0L V6
6-speed automatic AWD		 My price paid was much smaller than Toyota and Honda similar models I researched.
2008 4dr SUV 153-horsepower 2.3L I4
4-speed automatic AWD		 The price was within budget
2008 4dr SUV 200-horsepower 3.0L V6
4-speed automatic AWD		 Compared to Honda, Toyota and GM, much more "bang for the buck"!
2007 4dr SUV 200-horsepower 3.0L V6
4-speed automatic FWD		 lower than the mazda
2007 4dr SUV 200-horsepower 3.0L V6
4-speed automatic FWD		 Reasonable price for 1 year old lease return
2007 4dr SUV 133-horsepower 2.3L I4 Hybrid
CVT AWD		 Not much. Pricey for what you get.
2006 4dr SUV 133-horsepower 2.3L I4 Hybrid
CVT AWD		 Part of the deal was getting top dollar on my trade in.
2006 4dr SUV 153-horsepower 2.3L I4
5-speed manual FWD		 At my purchase price of $15800 I think my Escape is an unmatched value.
2002 4dr SUV 127-horsepower 2.0L I4
5-speed manual AWD		 Bought vehicle with low interest. And price of 19,600 was very reasonable. Especially by SUV standards
Price of the Ford Escape: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2008 4dr SUV 133-horsepower 2.3L I4 Hybrid
CVT FWD		 Hybrid was quite a premium over the V6.
2007 4dr SUV 133-horsepower 2.3L I4 Hybrid
CVT FWD		 It is not economical when comparing standard engine vs. hybrid engine. You have to do it because you want a hybrid for the environment. However, it is 10K cheeper than Toyota Highlander Hybrid, but it is a lighter car too. Tow capacity is 1000 vs 3000.
2006 4dr SUV 133-horsepower 2.3L I4 Hybrid
CVT AWD		 As a hybrid, expect to pay a premium price.

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