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Chevrolet Malibu vs. Buick LaCrosse Price Comparison

Chevrolet Malibu vs Buick LaCrosse Price Comparison:
Chevrolet Malibu vs Buick LaCrosse Price Comparison:

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Summary

For the Chevrolet Malibu vs. Buick LaCrosse price comparison, we have first equipped the cars with selected features. The specific options added are shown in the Malibu vs. LaCrosse Price Comparison table. If you want to know how much the Malibu and LaCrosse will cost with the features you specified, this is the table to check. In this case, the Chevrolet Malibu LTZ's price is $2,735 lower than the Buick LaCrosse CXS's price

Each car includes features you didn't request, and that aren't included on the other car. In the Malibu vs. LaCrosse 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 LTZ, the Buick LaCrosse CXS 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 $665 adjustment for the Chevrolet Malibu LTZ's additional features, the Chevrolet Malibu LTZ is $2,735 less than the Buick LaCrosse CXS.

TrueDelta Value Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Buick LaCrosse

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Chevrolet Malibu LTZ
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: 2,735
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: 2,393
Model Year20092006
ModelMalibuLaCrosse
TrimLTZCXS
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine259hp I4240hp V6
TransmissionT6A4
DrivetrainFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)17/26 MPG19/27 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers210, 8240, 9
Tire (rear if not all the same)225/50-18225/55-17
Total Price30,02032,090
Adjustments for Features-6650
Feature-Adjusted Total Price29,35532,090
Total Invoice28,12229,892
Adjustments for Features-6230
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice27,49929,892

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Invoice Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Buick LaCrosse

Price Comparison (MSRP): Chevrolet Malibu vs. Buick LaCrosse

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 LTZ
Difference: 2,070
Lowest Total Invoice: Chevrolet Malibu LTZ
Difference: 1,770
Model Year20092006
ModelMalibuLaCrosse
TrimLTZCXS
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price26,88027,330
Base Invoice25,40225,827
Engine-block heater7550
Sunroof800900
3.6L V61,595 
Driver Confidence Package 1,150
Stability control 495
Heated front seats 295
Remote start 190
CD changer, in-dash 695
Satellite radio 325
Engine-block heater 42
Sunroof 747
3.6L V6 0
Driver Confidence Package 955
Stability control 411
Heated front seats 245
Remote start 158
CD changer, in-dash 577
Satellite radio 270
Total options2,4704,100
Total options2,0503,405
Destination670660
Total Price30,02032,090
Total Invoice28,12229,892

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Features Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Buick LaCrosse

Model Year20092006
ModelMalibuLaCrosse
TrimLTZCXS
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1100 
4-speed automatic $800
FWD$0$0
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Brake assist$50 
Front side airbags$350 
Obstacle detection, rear $300
Tire-pressure monitor$75 
Cargo Management 
Cargo mat$40 
Climate Control and Infotainment 
Aux input$100 
Bluetooth cell phone link$100 
Dual-zone climate control $125
Interior air filter $25
MP3-compatible player$50 
Telematics service, such as OnStar $350
Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation$400 
Exterior 
Bodyside moldings $75
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)$50 
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror$75 
Trip computer $150
Powertrain 
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls$100 
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row $50
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat$50 
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat $100
Power recliner, driver seat$100 
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Performance steering system (optional)$0 
Touring suspension (upgrade) $0
Total Value of Features$2,640$1,975
Value of Feature Adjustments$665$0
Value of Feature Adjustments-6230

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Specifications Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Buick LaCrosse

Model Year20092006
ModelMalibuLaCrosse
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase112.3 in110.5 in
Length191.8 in198.1 in
Width70.3 in73.0 in
Height57.1 in57.4 in
Curb Weight3,680 lb.3,568 lb.
Fuel Capacity16.0 gal.17.5 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.4 in39.4 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room55.9 in57.2 in
Row 1 Hip Room53.0 in55.3 in
Row 1 Legroom42.2 in42.3 in
Row 2 Headroom37.2 in37.2 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room53.9 in57.0 in
Row 2 Hip Room52.1 in54.6 in
Row 2 Legroom37.6 in37.6 in
Cargo Volume15.1 ft316.0 ft3

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Option Package Details
CXS

CD changer, in-dash
FeatureValueRequested?
CD changer, in-dash200Yes
Unbranded, 240W, 9 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Total Requested20036%
Total Not Requested35064%
Driver Confidence Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Audio controls on steering wheel125Yes
Heated mirrors25Yes
Universal garage door opener100Yes
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Obstacle detection, rear300No
Power fore-aft, passenger100Yes
Power height, passenger100Yes
Power tilt, passenger100Yes
Total Requested70070%
Total Not Requested30030%

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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 Buick LaCrosse

Price of the Buick LaCrosse: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2010 4dr Sedan 255-horsepower 3.0L V6
6-speed shiftable automatic FWD		 Low residual values make it expensive to lease.
2007 4dr Sedan 200-horsepower 3.8L V6
4-speed automatic FWD		 A bit overpriced considering the differences between Impala and LaCrosse.

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