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Chevrolet Malibu vs. Nissan Altima Price Comparison

Chevrolet Malibu vs Nissan Altima Price Comparison:
Chevrolet Malibu vs Nissan Altima Price Comparison: - photograph by Jaeger

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Summary

For the Chevrolet Malibu vs. Nissan Altima price comparison, we have first equipped the cars with selected features. The specific options added are shown in the Malibu vs. Altima Price Comparison table. If you want to know how much the Malibu and Altima will cost with the features you specified, this is the table to check. In this case, the Chevrolet Malibu LTZ's price is $3,820 lower than the Nissan Altima Hybrid's price

Each car includes features you didn't request, and that aren't included on the other car. In the Malibu vs. Altima 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 Nissan Altima Hybrid 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 $575 adjustment for the Chevrolet Malibu LTZ's additional features, the Chevrolet Malibu LTZ is $3,820 less than the Nissan Altima Hybrid.

TrueDelta Value Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Nissan Altima

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Chevrolet Malibu LTZ
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: 3,820
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: 3,066
Model Year20122009
ModelMalibuAltima
TrimLTZHybrid
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine197hp I4158hp I4 H
TransmissionT6CVT
DrivetrainFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)22/30 MPG35/33 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers?, 8264, 9
Tire (rear if not all the same)225/50-18215/60-16
Total Price29,36032,605
Adjustments for Features-5750
Feature-Adjusted Total Price28,78532,605
Total Invoice27,78730,309
Adjustments for Features-5440
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice27,24330,309

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Invoice Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Nissan Altima

Price Comparison (MSRP): Chevrolet Malibu vs. Nissan Altima

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: 3,245
Lowest Total Invoice: Chevrolet Malibu LTZ
Difference: 2,522
Model Year20122009
ModelMalibuAltima
TrimLTZHybrid
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price28,60026,550
Base Invoice27,02724,976
Convenience Package 1,300
Connection Package 3,100
Floor mats 110
Sunroof 850
Convenience Package 1,127
Connection Package 2,689
Floor mats 84
Sunroof 738
Total options05,360
Total options04,638
Destination760695
Total Price29,36032,605
Total Invoice27,78730,309

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Features Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Nissan Altima

Model Year20122009
ModelMalibuAltima
TrimLTZHybrid
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1100 
CVT $1000
FWD$0$0
Accessories 
AC power outlet$100 
Proximity key $250
Remote start$150 
Remote window/roof operation $15
Universal garage door opener $100
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Front seat active head restraints $50
Cargo Management 
Cargo mat$40 
Overhead sunglass holder $25
Climate Control and Infotainment 
CD changer, in-dash $325
CD player$125 
Dual-zone climate control $125
Interior air filter $25
Rear air vents $100
Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation$400 
USB port$150 
Exterior 
Laminated side glass$300 
Rear spoiler $200
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Fog lights$125 
Tachometer$75 
Trip computer $150
Turn signals on or near mirrors $25
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row $50
Door sill trim plates$100 
Folding second row seats$300 
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat$100 
Power height adjuster, passenger seat$100 
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat$100 
Upholstered door panels, leather $250
Total Value of Features$3,265$2,690
Value of Feature Adjustments$575$0
Value of Feature Adjustments-5440

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Specifications Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Nissan Altima

Model Year20122009
ModelMalibuAltima
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase112.3 in109.3 in
Length191.8 in189.8 in
Width70.3 in70.7 in
Height57.1 in57.9 in
Curb Weight3,265 lb.3,470 lb.
Fuel Capacity16.0 gal.20.0 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.4 in40.6 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room55.9 in55.7 in
Row 1 Hip Room53.0 in56.8 in
Row 1 Legroom42.2 in44.1 in
Row 2 Headroom37.2 in36.8 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room53.9 in55.5 in
Row 2 Hip Room52.1 in52.5 in
Row 2 Legroom37.6 in35.8 in
Cargo Volume15.1 ft315.3 ft3

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Option Package Details
Hybrid

Convenience Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Rear spoiler200No
Manual lumbar, driver50Yes
Automatic headlights100Yes
Leather-wrapped steering wheel150Yes
Remote window/roof operation15No
Audio controls on steering wheel125Yes
Illuminated visor mirror, driver40Yes
Illuminated visor mirror, passenger40Yes
Power fore-aft, driver100Yes
Power height, driver50Yes
Power tilt, driver100Yes
Power recline, driver100Yes
Total Requested85580%
Total Not Requested21520%
Connection Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Heated mirrors25Yes
Turn signals on or near mirrors25No
Rear air vents100No
Leather door panel trim250No
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Heated300Yes
Power lumbar, driver50Yes
Universal garage door opener100No
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Compass25Yes
Interior ambient lighting150Yes
CD changer, in-dash200No
Satellite radio200Yes
Bluetooth cell phone link100Yes
MP3-compatible player50Yes
Bose, 264W, 9 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Total Requested195066%
Total Not Requested102534%

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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 Nissan Altima

Price of the Nissan Altima: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2009 2dr Coupe 175-horsepower 2.5L I4
6-speed shiftable CVT FWD		 I was able to get an Altima with options for what I perceived was a very good price.
2008 4dr Sedan 270-horsepower 3.5L V6
6-speed shiftable CVT FWD		 I saw all the rave reviews and features it had, and I thought the car would be around $40,000 CAD at least. However, it turned out to be $30,000 which was in my budget. I took it for a spin and was instantly sold.
2008 4dr Sedan 175-horsepower 2.5L I4
6-speed shiftable CVT FWD		 27K + list, $3,000 down, 24 months at $299 with 15K miles per year. This was a sweet deal.
2008 4dr Sedan 270-horsepower 3.5L V6
6-speed manual FWD		 Nissan Canada has 0.9% financing right now on all 2008 models.
2008 4dr Sedan 175-horsepower 2.5L I4
6-speed shiftable CVT FWD		 Lower than what I was paying on old car!
2007 4dr Sedan 270-horsepower 3.5L V6
6-speed shiftable CVT FWD		 The payments were very reasonable, and the dealer offered a good discount.
2007 4dr Sedan 270-horsepower 3.5L V6
6-speed shiftable CVT FWD		 Dealership Willing to negotiate.
2007 4dr Sedan 270-horsepower 3.5L V6
6-speed shiftable CVT FWD		 Considerably less. Dealership willing to negotiate vehicle price
2006 4dr Sedan 175-horsepower 2.5L I4
4-speed automatic FWD		 You can save a few thousnad dollars over the Camry and I feel the Altima is a better looking car.
2002 4dr Sedan 175-horsepower 2.5L I4
4-speed automatic FWD		 Lower price than Camry for more features
Price of the Nissan Altima: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2012 4dr Sedan 175-horsepower 2.5L I4
6-speed shiftable CVT FWD		 I lease it for $311/month with added tire/windshield/paintless dent repair. That's with no down payment.
2008 2dr Coupe 270-horsepower 3.5L V6
6-speed manual FWD		 not a good value for the money
2008 4dr Sedan 175-horsepower 2.5L I4
6-speed shiftable CVT FWD		 The Altima would have cost us $4000-$5000 more with similar equipment level.
2008 2dr Coupe 270-horsepower 3.5L V6
6-speed shiftable CVT FWD		 When I negotiated for the altima the cheapest the dealership would come down to was just over 25,000. It was the 2.5 sl package (leather, bose stereo, etc. For another 1,400 I bought the accord v6 with the premium stereo, leather, moonroof, etc.
2007 4dr Sedan 175-horsepower 2.5L I4
6-speed shiftable CVT FWD		 The price is a bit on the high side when comparing to domestic automobiles, yet a lot can be said about costumer service and a high quality product. I for one will be a repeat costumer of nissans
2005 4dr Sedan 250-horsepower 3.5L V6
5-speed shiftable automatic FWD		 High $20k for an SE

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