Chevrolet Malibu vs. Nissan Armada Price Comparison


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For the Chevrolet Malibu vs. Nissan Armada price comparison, we have first equipped the cars with selected features. The specific options added are shown in the Malibu vs. Armada Price Comparison table. If you want to know how much the Malibu and Armada will cost with the features you specified, this is the table to check. In this case, the Chevrolet Malibu LTZ's price is $11,665 lower than the Nissan Armada SE's price |
TrueDelta Value Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Nissan Armada
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Chevrolet Malibu LTZ | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: 11,665 | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: 9,636 | |||
| Model Year | 2009 | 2009 | 2009 |
| Model | Malibu | Armada | Armada |
| Trim | LTZ | SE | LE |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Engine | 259hp I4 | 317hp V8 | 317hp V8 |
| Transmission | T6 | A5 | A5 |
| Drivetrain | FWD | 4WD w/4L | 4WD w/4L |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | 17/26 MPG | 12/17 MPG | 12/17 MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers | 210, 8 | 265, 12 | 265, 12 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 225/50-18 | 265/70-18 | 275/60-20 |
| Total Price | 29,945 | 46,640 | 50,055 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -5,030 | -6,780 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | 29,945 | 41,610 | 43,275 |
| Cost Above Minimum | 0 | 0 | 1,665 |
| Total Invoice | 28,060 | 42,253 | 45,524 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -4,557 | -6,166 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | 28,060 | 37,696 | 39,358 |
| Cost Above Minimum | 0 | 0 | 1,662 |
Invoice Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Nissan Armada
Price Comparison (MSRP): Chevrolet Malibu vs. Nissan ArmadaThe 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.
Models in short supply often sell at or even above these prices.
| Lowest Total Price: Chevrolet Malibu LTZ | |||
| Difference: 16,695 | |||
| Lowest Total Invoice: Chevrolet Malibu LTZ | |||
| Difference: 14,193 | |||
| Model Year | 2009 | 2009 | 2009 |
| Model | Malibu | Armada | Armada |
| Trim | LTZ | SE | LE |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Base Price | 26,880 | 37,210 | 45,110 |
| Base Invoice | 25,402 | 33,880 | 41,053 |
| Sunroof | 800 | 1,000 | 1,000 |
| 3.6L V6 | 1,595 | ||
| Premium Package | 4,600 | ||
| RWD | 0 | ||
| Cargo net | 30 | 30 | |
| Floor mats | 220 | 220 | |
| 4WD w/low range | 2,800 | 2,800 | |
| Mud guards | 115 | ||
| Sunroof | 867 | ||
| 3.6L V6 | 0 | ||
| Premium Package | 0 | ||
| RWD | 0 | ||
| Cargo net | 23 | ||
| Floor mats | 167 | ||
| 4WD w/low range | 2,546 | ||
| Mud guards | 88 | ||
| Total options | 2,395 | 8,650 | 4,165 |
| Total options | 1,988 | 7,593 | 3,691 |
| Destination | 670 | 780 | 780 |
| Total Price | 29,945 | 46,640 | 50,055 |
| Total Invoice | 28,060 | 42,253 | 45,524 |
Features Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Nissan Armada
| Model Year | 2009 | 2009 | 2009 |
| Model | Malibu | Armada | Armada |
| Trim | LTZ | SE | LE |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | |||
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | ||
| 5-speed automatic | $900 | $900 | |
| FWD | $0 | ||
| 4WD w/low range | $2200 | $2200 | |
| Accessories | |||
| Power flip-out rear side windows | $125 | ||
| Power liftgate | $350 | $350 | |
| Power-adjustable pedals | $125 | $125 | |
| Proximity key | $250 | $250 | |
| Remote start | $150 | ||
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | $15 | |
| Tilt steering wheel, manual | $150 | $150 | |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | ||
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | |||
| Compact spare tire | $75 | ||
| Front seat active head restraints | $50 | $50 | |
| Full-size spare tire | $225 | $225 | |
| Obstacle detection, front | $200 | $200 | |
| Obstacle detection, rear | $300 | $300 | |
| Rearview camera | $200 | $200 | |
| Rollover sensor | $100 | $100 | |
| Side curtain airbags | $350 | ||
| Side curtain airbags, three rows | $500 | $500 | |
| Cargo Management | |||
| Cargo mat | $40 | ||
| Class IV trailer hitch | $300 | ||
| Liftglass or two-piece tailgate | $150 | $150 | |
| Overhead console storage compartments | $100 | $100 | |
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | $25 | |
| Roof rack | $300 | ||
| Roof rails | $250 | ||
| Trailering equipment (7 wire) | $150 | ||
| Climate Control and Infotainment | |||
| Bluetooth cell phone link | $100 | $100 | |
| Dual-zone climate control | $125 | $125 | |
| Interior air filter | $25 | ||
| Rear air vents with manual controls | $150 | $150 | |
| Rear HVAC unit | $400 | $400 | |
| Rear seat audio controls | $100 | $100 | |
| Rear wiper | $175 | $175 | |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation | $400 | ||
| Exterior | |||
| Bodyside moldings | $75 | $75 | |
| Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) | $50 | ||
| Deep-tinted rear windows | $275 | $275 | |
| Laminated side glass | $300 | ||
| Rear bumper protector | $40 | $40 | |
| Running boards | $350 | $350 | |
| Skid plate (one) | $50 | $50 | |
| Tow hook(s), front | $40 | $40 | |
| Wheel-lip moldings | $75 | $75 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | |||
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | $75 | $75 | |
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | $75 | ||
| Interior ambient lighting | $150 | ||
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | ||
| Transmission temperature gauge | $75 | ||
| Turn signals on or near mirrors | $25 | ||
| Powertrain | |||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | ||
| Seats and Interior Trim | |||
| Center armrest(s), second row | $50 | $50 | |
| Door sill trim plates | $100 | ||
| Folding third row seats | $600 | $600 | |
| Heated front seats | $300 | $300 | |
| Manual recliner, second row seats | $75 | $75 | |
| Memory system, driver seat | $200 | ||
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | ||
| Power recliner, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | ||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | |||
| Auto-leveling rear shocks | $200 | ||
| Performance steering system (optional) | $0 | ||
| Total Value of Features | $3,740 | $8,770 | $10,520 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $5,030 | $6,780 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | -4,557 | -6,166 |
Specifications Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Nissan Armada
| Model Year | 2009 | 2009 |
| Model | Malibu | Armada |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV |
| Wheelbase | 112.3 in | 123.2 in |
| Length | 191.8 in | 207.7 in |
| Width | 70.3 in | 79.3 in |
| Height | 57.1 in | 77.2 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,680 lb. | 5,593 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 16.0 gal. | 28.0 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 39.4 in | 41.0 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 55.9 in | 65.0 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 53.0 in | 61.3 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 42.2 in | 41.8 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 37.2 in | 40.0 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 53.9 in | 65.0 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 52.1 in | 60.8 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 37.6 in | 41.9 in |
| Row 3 Headroom | 0.0 in | 35.9 in |
| Row 3 Shoulder Room | 0.0 in | 63.7 in |
| Row 3 Hip Room | 0.0 in | 48.8 in |
| Row 3 Legroom | 0.0 in | 32.2 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 15.1 ft3 | 20.0 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 15.1 | 56.7 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 15.1 | 97.1 ft3 |
Option Package Details
SE
| 4WD w/low range | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| 4WD w/low range | 0 | Yes |
| Tow hook(s), front | 40 | No |
| Skid plate (one) | 50 | No |
| Total Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Total Not Requested | 90 | 100% |
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Front side airbags | 350 | Yes |
| Power recline, passenger | 100 | No |
| Power fore-aft, passenger | 100 | Yes |
| Keyless access and ignition | 250 | No |
| Satellite radio | 200 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, front | 200 | No |
| Rearview monitor | 200 | No |
| Power liftgate | 350 | No |
| Exterior temperature gauge | 50 | Yes |
| Compass | 25 | Yes |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Fog lights | 125 | Yes |
| Bose, 265W, 12 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Total Requested | 2000 | 58% |
| Total Not Requested | 1450 | 42% |
Option Package Details
LE
| 4WD w/low range | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| 4WD w/low range | 0 | Yes |
| Tow hook(s), front | 40 | No |
| Skid plate (one) | 50 | No |
| Total Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Total Not Requested | 90 | 100% |
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What Our Members Are Saying about the Price of the Chevrolet Malibu
| Price of the Chevrolet Malibu: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 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. |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Price of the Nissan Armada
| Price of the Nissan Armada: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2007 | 4dr SUV 317-horsepower 5.6L V8 5-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
Significantly higher pricing tha Expedition we purchased. Expedition provided all desired features at a lower cost |
