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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: $22,580

Chevrolet Malibu Classic LT   
Difference: $1,180

Lowest Total Invoice: $21,291

Chevrolet Malibu Classic LT   
Difference: $1,061

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20082018
ModelMalibu ClassicForte
TrimLTEX
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $20,320 $21,600
Base Invoice $19,304 $20,410
Luxury and Convenience Package 595  
Front Seating Package 450  
Satellite radio 200  
Remote start 190 495
Rear spoiler 175 295
Universal garage door opener   350
Floor mats   125
Luxury and Convenience Package 494  
Front Seating Package 374  
Satellite radio 166  
Remote start 158 410
Rear spoiler 145 244
Universal garage door opener   291
Floor mats   102
Options (change) 1,610 1,265
Options (change) 1,337 1,047
Destination 650 895
Total Price $22,580 $23,760
Total Invoice $21,291 $22,352

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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: $2,420
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $2,326
Model Year20082018
ModelMalibu ClassicForte
TrimLTEX
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine219hp V6164hp I4
TransmissionT4T6
DrivetrainFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)18/28 MPG25/30 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 6?, 6
Tire (rear if not all the same)215/60-16215/45-17
Total Price$22,580$23,760
Adjustments for Features0-3,600
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$22,580$20,160
Total Invoice$21,291$22,352
Adjustments for Features0-3,387
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$21,291$18,965

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Features Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu Classic vs. Kia Forte

Model Year20082018
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 
Proximity key $250
Universal garage door opener $100
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
911 assist $25
Blind spot warning system $200
Brake assist $50
Cross-traffic warning, rear $100
Front side airbags $350
Rearview camera $200
Stability control $400
Temporary spare tire$150 
Vehicle health reports $0
Cargo Management 
Overhead sunglass holder $25
Climate Control 
Automatic climate control, front $200
Dual-zone climate control $125
Interior air filter $0
Rear air vents $100
Exterior 
Bodyside moldings$75 
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) $25
Infotainment 
Android Auto support $100
App support $0
Apple CarPlay support $100
Aux input $50
Bluetooth audio streaming $25
Bluetooth cell phone link $100
CD player$125 
SMS text-to-speech reader $25
USB port $25
Voice control for external devices $0
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Approach detection $25
Heated mirrors $25
Turn signals on or near mirrors $25
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row $50
Leather seating surfaces $900
Manual height adjuster, driver seat $50
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat$50 
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat$100 
Power height adjuster, driver seat$100 
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat$100 
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Alloy wheels $350
Alloy-look steel wheels$100 
Electronic systems calibration selector $200
Total Value of Features$1,700$5,300
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$3,600
Value of Feature Adjustments0-3,387

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See a complete comparison of Chevrolet Malibu Classic vs. Kia Forte features.

Specifications Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu Classic vs. Kia Forte

Model Year20082018
ModelMalibu ClassicForte
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase106.3 in106.3 in
Length188.3 in179.5 in
Width69.9 in70.1 in
Height57.5 in56.3 in
Curb Weight3,297 lb.3,011 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 in53.8 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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See a complete comparison of Chevrolet Malibu Classic vs. Kia Forte specs.

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%
Front Seating Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Heated front seats200Yes
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat100No
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat100No
Total Requested20050%
Total Not Requested20050%

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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