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Chevrolet Malibu Classic vs. Kia Forte Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Chevrolet Malibu Classic vs. Kia Forte Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $22,095

Kia Forte EX   
Difference: $35

Lowest Total Invoice: $20,881

Kia Forte EX   
Difference: $36

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20082016
ModelMalibu ClassicForte
TrimLTEX
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $20,320 $19,990
Base Invoice $19,304 $18,993
Luxury and Convenience Package 595  
Satellite radio 200  
Remote start 190 495
Rear spoiler 175 295
Universal garage door opener   350
Floor mats   115
Luxury and Convenience Package 494  
Satellite radio 166  
Remote start 158 410
Rear spoiler 145 244
Universal garage door opener   291
Floor mats   93
Options (change) 1,160 1,255
Options (change) 963 1,038
Destination 650 850
Total Price $22,130 $22,095
Total Invoice $20,917 $20,881

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu Classic vs. Kia Forte

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Kia Forte EX
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $1,935
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $1,832
Model Year20082016
ModelMalibu ClassicForte
TrimLTEX
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine219hp V6173hp I4
TransmissionT4T6
DrivetrainFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)18/28 MPG22/30 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 6?, 6
Tire (rear if not all the same)215/60-16215/45-17
Total Price$22,130$22,095
Adjustments for Features0-1,900
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$22,130$20,195
Total Invoice$20,917$20,881
Adjustments for Features0-1,796
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$20,917$19,085

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Features Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu Classic vs. Kia Forte

Model Year20082016
ModelMalibu ClassicForte
TrimLTEX
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
4-speed manually-shiftable automatic$900 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic $1100
FWD$0$0
Accessories 
Universal garage door opener $100
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Brake assist $50
Front side airbags $350
Rearview camera $200
Stability control $400
Temporary spare tire$150 
Cargo Management 
Air-conditioned storage compartment $50
Overhead sunglass holder $25
Climate Control 
Interior air filter $0
Exterior 
Bodyside moldings$75 
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) $25
Infotainment 
Aux input $50
Bluetooth cell phone link $100
MP3-compatible player $50
USB port $25
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Heated mirrors $25
Power-folding mirrors $50
Turn signals on or near mirrors $25
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row $50
Manual height adjuster, driver seat $50
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat$50 
Power height adjuster, driver seat$100 
Soft-touch instrument panel (optional) $0
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Alloy wheels $350
Alloy-look steel wheels$100 
Electronic systems calibration selector $200
Total Value of Features$1,375$3,275
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$1,900
Value of Feature Adjustments0-1,796

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Specifications Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu Classic vs. Kia Forte

Model Year20082016
ModelMalibu ClassicForte
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase106.3 in106.3 in
Length188.3 in179.5 in
Width69.9 in70.1 in
Height57.5 in56.5 in
Curb Weight3,297 lb.3,036 lb.
Fuel Capacity16.3 gal.13.2 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.6 in39.1 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room56.7 in56.1 in
Row 1 Hip Room53.2 in53.0 in
Row 1 Legroom41.9 in42.2 in
Row 2 Headroom37.6 in37.3 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room56.1 in54.9 in
Row 2 Hip Room52.4 in53.1 in
Row 2 Legroom38.5 in35.9 in
Cargo Volume15.4 ft314.9 ft3

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Option Package Details
Chevrolet Malibu Classic LT

Luxury and Convenience Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Illuminated visor mirror, passenger40Yes
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Fog lights125Yes
Compass0Yes
Alloy-look steel wheels100No
Total Requested31576%
Total Not Requested10024%

Option Package Details
Kia Forte EX

Universal garage door opener
FeatureValueRequested?
Universal garage door opener100No
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Compass0Yes
Total Requested15060%
Total Not Requested10040%

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