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Chevrolet Malibu Limited vs. Kia Sorento Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Chevrolet Malibu Limited vs. Kia Sorento Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $32,040

Chevrolet Malibu Limited LTZ   
Difference: $9,645

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20162020
ModelMalibu LimitedSorento
TrimLTZSX
Body4dr Sedan4dr SUV
Base Price $28,420 $40,090
Electronics and Entertainment Package 1,850  
Navigation system 495  
Rear spoiler 400  
Cargo net   50
Remote start   425
Electronics and Entertainment Package 1,684  
Navigation system 450  
Rear spoiler 364  
Cargo net   42
Remote start   353
Options (change) 2,745 475
Options (change) 2,498 395
Destination 875 1,120
Total Price $32,040 $41,685

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu Limited vs. Kia Sorento

Lowest Adjusted Price: Chevrolet Malibu Limited LTZ
Lowest Adjusted Invoice: Kia Sorento SX
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $5,055
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $28,882
Model Year20162020
ModelMalibu LimitedSorento
TrimLTZSX
Body4dr Sedan4dr SUV
Engine202hp I4290hp V6
TransmissionT6T8
DrivetrainFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)24/34 MPG19/26 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 9630, 12
Tire (rear if not all the same)215/60-16235/55-19
Total Price$32,040$41,685
Adjustments for Features0-4,590
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$32,040$37,095

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Features Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu Limited vs. Kia Sorento

Model Year20162020
ModelMalibu LimitedSorento
TrimLTZSX
Body4dr Sedan4dr SUV
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1100 
8-speed manually-shiftable automatic $1300
FWD$0$0
Accessories 
Power liftgate $350
Proximity key $250
Proximity trunk or liftgate opener $125
Remote app$25 
Sunshades, second row $125
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
911 assist $25
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats $0
Blind spot warning system $200
Cross-traffic warning, rear $100
Knee airbag, driver$75 
Knee airbag, passenger$75 
Obstacle detection, rear $250
Rear side airbags$300 
Cargo Management 
Roof rails $250
Climate Control 
Ionizing air filtration $50
Rear air vents with manual controls $150
Rear HVAC unit $400
Rear wiper $175
Engine / Motor 
Automatic start / stop$150 
Exterior 
Bodyside cladding $350
Deep-tinted rear windows $275
Metal accent plate, lower front fascia $0
Metal accent plate, lower rear fascia $0
Painted brake calipers (optional) $0
Panoramic sunroof $1200
Rear bumper protector $40
Sunroof$900 
Wheel-lip moldings $75
Infotainment 
4G LTE connectivity$0 
Android Auto support $100
Apple CarPlay support $100
HD radio $50
Siri Eyes Free support$0 
Surround sound $250
Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation$225 
Traffic information $25
Wi-Fi hotspot$50 
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Approach detection $25
Compass$0 
Power-folding mirrors $50
Seats and Interior Trim 
Door sill trim plates$100 
Folding third row seats $600
Illuminated door sill trim plates $200
Manual fore-aft adjuster, second row seats $75
Manual recliner, second row seats $75
Memory system, driver seat $200
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat$150 
Power thigh support length adjuster, driver seat $100
Upgraded headliner (optional) $0
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Electronic systems calibration selector $200
Performance steering system (optional) $0
Total Value of Features$3,150$7,740
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$4,590
Value of Feature Adjustments0-167

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See a complete comparison of Chevrolet Malibu Limited vs. Kia Sorento features.

Specifications Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu Limited vs. Kia Sorento

Model Year20162020
ModelMalibu LimitedSorento
Body4dr Sedan4dr SUV
Wheelbase107.8 in109.4 in
Length191.5 in189.0 in
Width73.0 in74.4 in
Height57.6 in66.5 in
Curb Weight3,393 lb.3,968 lb.
Fuel Capacity18.5 gal.18.8 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.0 in39.5 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room57.5 in59.1 in
Row 1 Hip Room55.0 in56.7 in
Row 1 Legroom42.1 in41.2 in
Row 2 Headroom37.5 in39.3 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room57.1 in58.0 in
Row 2 Hip Room54.3 in56.4 in
Row 2 Legroom36.8 in39.4 in
Row 3 Headroom0.0 in36.3 in
Row 3 Shoulder Room0.0 in52.8 in
Row 3 Hip Room0.0 in41.4 in
Row 3 Legroom0.0 in31.7 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum		16.3 ft311.3 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Behind R2		16.338.0 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum		16.373.0 ft3

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See a complete comparison of Chevrolet Malibu Limited vs. Kia Sorento specs.

Option Package Details
Chevrolet Malibu Limited LTZ

Electronics and Entertainment Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Sunroof900Yes
Universal garage door opener100Yes
Rearview camera200Yes
AC power outlet100Yes
Mirror tilt-down in reverse25Yes
Pioneer, 9 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Total Requested132579%
Total Not Requested35021%

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