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Chevrolet Malibu vs. Pontiac Vibe Price Comparison

Chevrolet Malibu vs Pontiac Vibe Price Comparison:
Chevrolet Malibu vs Pontiac Vibe Price Comparison:

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Summary

For the Chevrolet Malibu vs. Pontiac Vibe price comparison, we have first equipped the cars with selected features. The specific options added are shown in the Malibu vs. Vibe Price Comparison table. If you want to know how much the Malibu and Vibe will cost with the features you specified, this is the table to check. In this case, the Pontiac Vibe's price is $760 lower than the Chevrolet Malibu LT's price

Each car includes features you didn't request, and that aren't included on the other car. In the Malibu vs. Vibe 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 Pontiac Vibe, the Chevrolet Malibu LT includes additional features worth $1955. 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 $1955 adjustment for the Chevrolet Malibu LT's additional features, the Pontiac Vibe is $760 less than the Pontiac Vibe.

TrueDelta Value Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Pontiac Vibe

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Pontiac Vibe
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: 760
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: 673
Model Year200820102010
ModelMalibuVibeVibe
TrimLTBaseGT
Body4dr Sedan4dr Hatch4dr Hatch
Engine197hp I4158hp I4158hp I4
TransmissionA4T5T5
DrivetrainFWDFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)22/30 MPG21/29 MPG21/29 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers?, 6320, 7320, 7
Tire (rear if not all the same)225/50-17215/45-17215/45-18
Total Price24,81522,10023,420
Adjustments for Features-1,9550-875
Feature-Adjusted Total Price22,86022,10022,545
Cost Above Minimum00445
Total Invoice23,35720,84422,262
Adjustments for Features-1,8400-832
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice21,51720,84421,430
Cost Above Minimum00586

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Invoice Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Pontiac Vibe

Price Comparison (MSRP): Chevrolet Malibu vs. Pontiac Vibe

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: Pontiac Vibe
Difference: 2,715
Lowest Total Invoice: Pontiac Vibe
Difference: 2,513
Model Year200820102010
ModelMalibuVibeVibe
TrimLTBaseGT
Body4dr Sedan4dr Hatch4dr Hatch
Base Price21,18516,10020,875
Base Invoice20,02015,37619,936
Rear Power Package250  
2LT Equipment Group1,855  
Engine-block heater757575
Sunroof800 700
Preferred Package 780 
Sun and Sound Package 1,485 
Air conditioning 950 
2.4L I4 395 
5-speed shiftable automatic 1,0501,050
Machined alloy wheels 545 
Rear Power Package 0 
2LT Equipment Group 0 
Engine-block heater 66 
Sunroof 0 
Preferred Package 687 
Sun and Sound Package 1,307 
Air conditioning 836 
2.4L I4 448 
5-speed shiftable automatic 924 
Machined alloy wheels 480 
Total options2,9805,2801,825
Total options2,6874,7481,606
Destination650720720
Total Price24,81522,10023,420
Total Invoice23,35720,84422,262

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Features Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Pontiac Vibe

Model Year200820102010
ModelMalibuVibeVibe
TrimLTBaseGT
Body4dr Sedan4dr Hatch4dr Hatch
Transmission and Drivetrain 
4-speed automatic$800  
5-speed manually-shiftable automatic $1000$1000
FWD$0$0$0
Accessories 
Power-adjustable pedals$125  
Remote start$150  
Sunshade, rear$125  
Universal garage door opener$100  
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Brake assist$50  
Front seat active head restraints $50$50
Cargo Management 
Cargo organizer $100$100
Overhead sunglass holder $25$25
Climate Control and Infotainment 
Aux input$100  
Interior air filter $25$25
MP3-compatible player$50 $50
Rear wiper $175$175
Telematics service, such as OnStar $350$350
Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation$400  
Exterior 
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)$50 $50
Laminated side glass$300  
Rear spoiler  $200
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Auto-dimming rearview mirror$150  
Compass$25  
Fog lights  $125
Illuminated visor mirror, driver$50  
Illuminated visor mirror, passenger$50  
Interior ambient lighting$150  
Turn signals on or near mirrors$25  
Visor mirror, driver $10$10
Visor mirror, passenger $10$10
Seats and Interior Trim 
Door sill trim plates$100  
Folding passenger seat $150$150
Heated front seats$300  
Manual height adjuster, driver seat $50$50
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat$50  
Partial leather seating sufaces  $450
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat$100  
Power height adjuster, driver seat$100  
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat$100  
Suede-like inserts$450  
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Alloy wheels$350  
Machined alloy wheels $350$350
Sport suspension (upgrade)  $0
Total Value of Features$4,250$2,295$3,170
Value of Feature Adjustments$1,955$0$875
Value of Feature Adjustments-1,8400-832

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Specifications Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Pontiac Vibe

Model Year20082010
ModelMalibuVibe
Body4dr Sedan4dr Hatch
Wheelbase112.3 in102.4 in
Length191.8 in171.1 in
Width70.3 in69.5 in
Height57.1 in61.0 in
Curb Weight3,450 lb.3,131 lb.
Fuel Capacity16.0 gal.13.0 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.4 in40.5 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room55.9 in53.3 in
Row 1 Hip Room53.0 in52.3 in
Row 1 Legroom42.2 in41.6 in
Row 2 Headroom37.2 in39.4 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room53.9 in52.6 in
Row 2 Hip Room52.1 in43.7 in
Row 2 Legroom37.6 in36.2 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum		15.1 ft320.1 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum		15.149.4 ft3

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Option Package Details
LT

Rear Power Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Sunshade, rear125No
AC power outlet100Yes
Total Requested10044%
Total Not Requested12556%
2LT Equipment Group
FeatureValueRequested?
Power-adjustable pedals125No
Suede inserts in cloth seats450No
Power tilt, driver100No
Universal garage door opener100No
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150No
Alloy wheels350Yes
Leather-wrapped steering wheel150Yes
Compass25No
Remote start150No
Heated300No
Illuminated visor mirror, driver40No
Illuminated visor mirror, passenger40No
Power fore-aft, driver100No
Total Requested50024%
Total Not Requested158076%

Option Package Details

Air conditioning
FeatureValueRequested?
Air conditioning900Yes
Interior air filter25No
Total Requested90097%
Total Not Requested253%
Machined alloy wheels
FeatureValueRequested?
Machined alloy wheels350No
215/45HR17 tires400No
Total Requested00%
Total Not Requested750100%
Preferred Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Variable intermittent wipers75Yes
Power rear side windows200Yes
Cruise control250Yes
Power front side windows250Yes
Power locks275Yes
Remote keyless entry225Yes
Total Requested1275100%
Total Not Requested00%
Sun and Sound Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Audio controls on steering wheel125Yes
Sunroof900Yes
Leather-wrapped steering wheel150Yes
MP3-compatible player50Yes
Overhead sunglass holder25No
Monsoon, 320W, 7 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Total Requested122577%
Total Not Requested37523%
2.4L I4
DOHC-4v
158 hp@6000
162 lb-ft@4000
FeatureValueRequested?
2.4L I4
DOHC-4v
158 hp@6000
162 lb-ft@4000		1000Yes
Folding passenger seat150No
Cargo organizer100No
Total Requested100080%
Total Not Requested25020%

Option Package Details
GT

Sunroof
FeatureValueRequested?
Sunroof900Yes
Overhead sunglass holder25No
Total Requested90097%
Total Not Requested253%

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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 Pontiac Vibe

Price of the Pontiac Vibe: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2009 4dr Hatch 158-horsepower 2.4L I4
5-speed shiftable automatic FWD		 Discontinued brand(Pontiac) & model(Vibe) that had been discounted.
2009 4dr Hatch 158-horsepower 2.4L I4
5-speed shiftable automatic FWD		 0% 60mths, $800cad grad discount, and another $2000cad off on top of that.
2007 4dr Hatch 126-horsepower 1.8L I4
5-speed manual FWD		 At $6,000 less than the Toyota Matrix, it is a TRUE bargain. After all, it is essentially the same vehicle with a Pontiac badge on it.
2006 4dr Hatch 126-horsepower 1.8L I4
4-speed automatic FWD		 GM was willing to cut a great deal!
2006 4dr Hatch 126-horsepower 1.8L I4
5-speed manual FWD		 Basically the same car as the Matrix, but for you get much better options for significantly less money. Overall price quite reasonable.
2005 4dr Hatch 126-horsepower 1.8L I4
4-speed automatic FWD		 With the brand now gone, dealers are giving these things away.
2004 4dr Hatch 130-horsepower 1.8L I4
4-speed automatic FWD		 It was affordable (I bought it used) and still had the space I needed.
2003 4dr Hatch 130-horsepower 1.8L I4
5-speed manual FWD		 A new Vibe is dirt cheap these days; great value for the money...a used Vibe is an even better bargain.
2003 4dr Hatch 130-horsepower 1.8L I4
4-speed automatic FWD		 My Vibe Base was priced less than a comparably equipped Toyota Matrix XR at the time I bought mine.
Price of the Pontiac Vibe: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2009 4dr Hatch 158-horsepower 2.4L I4
5-speed shiftable automatic FWD		 I thought the Vibe was overpriced. I only made the purchase when GM offered the 2009 at the same price as the 2006-7, with added safety features now standard.
2009 4dr Hatch 132-horsepower 1.8L I4
5-speed manual FWD		 Overall, I think the Vibe is overpriced. But then so is every other car on the market. That is what happen when the government bails out private companies when they make poor business decisions.
2003 4dr Hatch 180-horsepower 1.8L I4
6-speed manual FWD		 The Vibe GT would have cost far more than the Protege5.

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