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

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Chevrolet Malibu Classic vs. Kia Optima Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $23,380

Chevrolet Malibu Classic LT   
Difference: $8,440

Lowest Total Invoice: $21,955

Chevrolet Malibu Classic LT   
Difference: $7,673

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20082018
ModelMalibu ClassicOptima
TrimLTSX
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $20,320 $30,500
Base Invoice $19,304 $28,380
Luxury and Convenience Package 595  
Front Seating Package 450  
Rear spoiler 175  
Satellite radio 200  
Remote start 190 425
Sunroof 800  
Luxury and Convenience Package 494  
Front Seating Package 374  
Rear spoiler 145  
Satellite radio 166  
Remote start 158 353
Sunroof 664  
Options (change) 2,410 425
Options (change) 2,001 353
Destination 650 895
Total Price $23,380 $31,820
Total Invoice $21,955 $29,628

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu Classic vs. Kia Optima

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Chevrolet Malibu Classic LT
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $725
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $489
Model Year20082018
ModelMalibu ClassicOptima
TrimLTSX
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine219hp V6245hp I4
TransmissionT4T6
DrivetrainFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)18/28 MPG22/31 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 6?, 6
Tire (rear if not all the same)215/60-16235/45-18
Total Price$23,380$31,820
Adjustments for Features0-7,715
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$23,380$24,105
Total Invoice$21,955$29,628
Adjustments for Features0-7,184
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$21,955$22,444

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Features Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu Classic vs. Kia Optima

Model Year20082018
ModelMalibu ClassicOptima
TrimLTSX
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
Proximity trunk or liftgate opener $125
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
911 assist $25
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats $0
Blind spot warning system $200
Brake assist $50
Cross-traffic warning, rear $100
Front side airbags $350
Knee airbag, driver $75
Obstacle detection, rear $250
Rearview camera $200
Rollover sensor $50
Stability control $400
Vehicle health reports $0
Cargo Management 
Cargo mat $40
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 
Black exterior trim (optional) $0
Bodyside moldings$75 
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) $25
Laminated front side windows $200
Painted brake calipers (optional) $0
Panoramic sunroof $1200
Sunroof$900 
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
Compass$0 
Heated mirrors $25
Interior ambient lighting $150
LED headlights $1000
Power-folding mirrors $50
Steering-linked headlights $150
Turn signals on or near mirrors $25
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row $50
Cooled or ventilated front seats $300
Leather seating surfaces $900
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat$50 
Memory system, driver seat $200
Metal pedals $75
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat $150
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat $100
Power height adjuster, passenger seat $100
Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat $100
Power recliner, driver seat $100
Power recliner, passenger seat $100
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat $100
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Alloy-look steel wheels$100 
Electronic systems calibration selector $200
Machined alloy wheels $350
Performance steering system (optional) $0
Sport suspension (upgrade) $0
Transmission 
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls $100
Total Value of Features$2,150$9,865
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$7,715
Value of Feature Adjustments0-7,184

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Specifications Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu Classic vs. Kia Optima

Model Year20082018
ModelMalibu ClassicOptima
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase106.3 in110.4 in
Length188.3 in191.1 in
Width69.9 in73.2 in
Height57.5 in57.7 in
Curb Weight3,297 lb.3,494 lb.
Fuel Capacity16.3 gal.18.5 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.6 in39.8 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room56.7 in58.1 in
Row 1 Hip Room53.2 in56.0 in
Row 1 Legroom41.9 in45.5 in
Row 2 Headroom37.6 in37.8 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room56.1 in56.4 in
Row 2 Hip Room52.4 in56.0 in
Row 2 Legroom38.5 in35.6 in
Cargo Volume15.4 ft315.9 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
Compass0No
Alloy-look steel wheels100No
Total Requested31576%
Total Not Requested10024%
Front Seating Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Heated front seats200Yes
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Total Requested400100%
Total Not Requested00%

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