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Chevrolet Malibu vs. Chevrolet Equinox Price Comparison

Chevrolet Malibu vs Chevrolet Equinox Price Comparison:
Chevrolet Malibu vs Chevrolet Equinox Price Comparison:

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Summary

For the Chevrolet Malibu vs. Chevrolet Equinox price comparison, we have first equipped the cars with selected features. The specific options added are shown in the Malibu vs. Equinox Price Comparison table. If you want to know how much the Malibu and Equinox will cost with the features you specified, this is the table to check. In this case, the Chevrolet Malibu LTZ's price is $660 lower than the Chevrolet Equinox Sport's price

Each car includes features you didn't request, and that aren't included on the other car. In the Malibu vs. Equinox 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 Chevrolet Equinox Sport includes additional features worth $760. 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 $760 adjustment for the Chevrolet Equinox Sport's additional features, the Chevrolet Malibu LTZ is $660 less than the Chevrolet Malibu LTZ.

TrueDelta Value Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Chevrolet Equinox

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Chevrolet Malibu LTZ
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: 660
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: 210
Model Year20102008
ModelMalibuEquinox
TrimLTZSport
Body4dr Sedan4dr SUV
Engine259hp I4264hp V6
TransmissionT6T6
DrivetrainFWDAWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)17/26 MPG16/24 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers?, 8260, 7
Tire (rear if not all the same)225/50-18235/50-18
Total Price30,29531,715
Adjustments for Features0-760
Feature-Adjusted Total Price30,29530,955
Total Invoice28,63329,551
Adjustments for Features0-708
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice28,63328,843

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Invoice Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Chevrolet Equinox

Price Comparison (MSRP): Chevrolet Malibu vs. Chevrolet Equinox

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: 1,420
Lowest Total Invoice: Chevrolet Malibu LTZ
Difference: 918
Model Year20102008
ModelMalibuEquinox
TrimLTZSport
Body4dr Sedan4dr SUV
Base Price26,95528,115
Base Invoice25,60726,288
3.6L V61,595 
Compact spare tire100 
Engine-block heater7575
Sunroof850 
Sport, Sun, Leather, and Sound Pkg. 890
Side curtain airbags 395
AWD 1,625
3.6L V6 0
Compact spare tire 0
Engine-block heater 62
Sunroof 0
Sport, Sun, Leather, and Sound Pkg. 739
Side curtain airbags 328
AWD 1,519
Total options2,6202,985
Total options2,3062,648
Destination720615
Total Price30,29531,715
Total Invoice28,63329,551

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Features Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Chevrolet Equinox

Model Year20102008
ModelMalibuEquinox
TrimLTZSport
Body4dr Sedan4dr SUV
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1100$1100
FWD$0 
AWD $1700
Accessories 
AC power outlet$100 
Remote keyless entry$225 
Remote keyless entry, extended range $225
Sunshade, rear$125 
Tilt steering wheel, manual $150
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual$250 
Universal garage door opener$100 
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Brake assist$50 
Front side airbags$350 
Rollover sensor $100
Cargo Management 
Cargo mat$40 
Cargo net $40
Cargo shelf, height-adjustable $100
Purse holder $0
Climate Control and Infotainment 
Automatic climate control, front$200 
Bluetooth cell phone link$100 
Rear wiper $175
Telematics service, such as OnStar $350
Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation$400 
USB port$150 
Exterior 
Bodyside moldings $75
Deep-tinted rear windows $275
Laminated side glass$300 
Rear bumper protector $40
Rear spoiler $200
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror$75 
Heated mirrors$25 
Illuminated visor mirror, driver$50 
Illuminated visor mirror, passenger$50 
Interior ambient lighting$150 
Trip computer $150
Visor mirror, driver $10
Visor mirror, passenger $10
Powertrain 
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls$100 
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row $50
Door sill trim plates$100 
Manual fore-aft adjuster, second row seats $75
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat $50
Manual recliner, second row seats $75
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat$100 
Power height adjuster, passenger seat$100 
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat$100 
Power recliner, driver seat$100 
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat$100 
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Alloy wheels$350 
Polished alloy wheels $700
Sport suspension (upgrade) $0
Total Value of Features$4,890$5,650
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$760
Value of Feature Adjustments0-708

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Specifications Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Chevrolet Equinox

Model Year20102008
ModelMalibuEquinox
Body4dr Sedan4dr SUV
Wheelbase112.3 in112.5 in
Length191.8 in188.8 in
Width70.3 in71.4 in
Height57.1 in69.3 in
Curb Weight3,680 lb.4,044 lb.
Fuel Capacity16.0 gal.17.0 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.4 in40.9 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room55.9 in55.7 in
Row 1 Hip Room53.0 in51.1 in
Row 1 Legroom42.2 in41.2 in
Row 2 Headroom37.2 in40.1 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room53.9 in55.9 in
Row 2 Hip Room52.1 in51.4 in
Row 2 Legroom37.6 in40.2 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum		15.1 ft335.7 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum		15.167.1 ft3

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Option Package Details
Sport

Side curtain airbags
FeatureValueRequested?
Side curtain airbags350Yes
Rollover sensor100No
Total Requested35078%
Total Not Requested10022%
Sport, Sun, Leather, and Sound Pkg.
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Sunroof900Yes
Pioneer, 260W, 7 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Total Requested180084%
Total Not Requested35016%

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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 Chevrolet Equinox

Price of the Chevrolet Equinox: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2007 4dr SUV 185-horsepower 3.4L V6
5-speed automatic AWD		 It was affordable at the time.
2005 4dr SUV 185-horsepower 3.4L V6
5-speed automatic FWD		 0% for 60 months with many other incentives.
Price of the Chevrolet Equinox: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2011 4dr SUV 182-horsepower 2.4L I4
6-speed shiftable automatic AWD		 Except for GM supplier pricing, no budging on price. Much more expensive compared to Escape
2011 4dr SUV 182-horsepower 2.4L I4
6-speed shiftable automatic FWD		 Price with our desired features was higher than same features in Terrain.
2011 4dr SUV 182-horsepower 2.4L I4
6-speed shiftable automatic AWD		 No discounts available, since the car is very popular.
2010 4dr SUV 182-horsepower 2.4L I4
6-speed shiftable automatic AWD		 Equinox had a comparible price range, but there financing was not as attractive as Ford

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