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Chevrolet Malibu vs. Kia Cadenza Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Chevrolet Malibu vs. Kia Cadenza Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $30,960

Chevrolet Malibu LTZ   
Difference: $6,025

Lowest Total Invoice: $29,299

Chevrolet Malibu LTZ   
Difference: $5,480

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year2012201720172017
ModelMalibuCadenzaCadenzaCadenza
TrimLTZPremiumTechnologyLimited
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $28,600 $31,990 $38,990 $44,390
Base Invoice $27,027 $30,345 $36,166 $41,077
3.6L V6 1,600      
Panoramic sunroof   1,000    
Luxury Package   3,000    
Cargo mat   95 95  
3.6L V6 1,512      
Panoramic sunroof   981    
Luxury Package   2,475    
Cargo mat   78 78  
Options (change) 1,600 4,095 95 0
Options (change) 1,512 3,534 78 0
Destination 760 900 900 900
Total Price $30,960 $36,985 $39,985 $45,290
Total Invoice $29,299 $34,779 $37,144 $41,977

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Kia Cadenza

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Chevrolet Malibu LTZ
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $1,400
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $762
Model Year2012201720172017
ModelMalibuCadenzaCadenzaCadenza
TrimLTZPremiumTechnologyLimited
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine252hp V6290hp V6290hp V6290hp V6
TransmissionT6T8T8T8
DrivetrainFWDFWDFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)17/26 MPG20/28 MPG20/28 MPG20/28 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 8630, 12630, 12630, 12
Tire (rear if not all the same)225/50-18245/45-18245/45-18245/40-19
Total Price$30,960$36,985$39,985$45,290
Adjustments for Features0-3,525-7,625-9,825
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$30,960$33,460$32,360$35,465
Cost Above Minimum$0$1,100$0$3,105
Total Invoice$29,299$34,779$37,144$41,977
Adjustments for Features0-3,315-7,083-9,106
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$29,299$31,464$30,061$32,871
Cost Above Minimum$0$1,403$0$2,810

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Features Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Kia Cadenza

Model Year2012201720172017
ModelMalibuCadenzaCadenzaCadenza
TrimLTZPremiumTechnologyLimited
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1100   
8-speed manually-shiftable automatic $1300$1300$1300
FWD$0$0$0$0
Accessories 
AC power outlet$100   
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed  $850$850
Cruise control$150$150  
Heated steering wheel  $100$100
Power trunk closer   $350
Proximity key $250$250$250
Proximity trunk or liftgate opener $125$125$125
Remote start$150   
Sunshade, rear, power   $225
Sunshades, second row   $125
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual$250$250  
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power  $350$350
Universal garage door opener $100$100$100
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
911 assist $25$25$25
Around view cameras   $500
Automatic braking, high-speed or partial  $200$200
Automatic braking, low-speed  $200$200
Blind spot collision prevention  $150$150
Blind spot warning system $200$200$200
Cross-traffic warning, rear $100$100$100
Forward collision warning  $200$200
Knee airbag, driver $75$75$75
Lane departure warning  $200$200
Obstacle detection, rear $250$250$250
Rear side airbags $300$300$300
Rearview camera $200$200 
Vehicle health reports $0$0$0
Cargo Management 
Overhead sunglass holder $25$25$25
Rear seat pass-through $100$100$100
Climate Control 
Dual-zone climate control $125$125$125
Interior air filter $0$0$0
Rain-sensing wipers  $175$175
Rear air vents $100$100$100
Variable intermittent wipers$75$75  
Wiper de-icer  $25$25
Exterior 
Bodyside moldings$75   
Panoramic sunroof $1200$1200$1200
Sunroof$900   
Infotainment 
Android Auto support $100$100$100
App support $0$0$0
Apple CarPlay support $100$100$100
Bluetooth audio streaming $25$25$25
HD radio $50$50$50
Navigation system $600$600$600
SMS text-to-speech reader $25$25$25
Surround sound $250$250$250
Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation$225   
Traffic + travel information $25$25$25
Voice control for external devices $0$0$0
Voice control for nav and audio $100$100$100
Wireless charging station  $75$75
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Analog clock $25$25$25
Approach detection $25$25$25
Auto-dimming headlights  $200$200
Head-up display (HUD)   $350
LED headlights  $1000$1000
Power-folding mirrors $50$50$50
Trip computer $150$150$150
Turn signals on or near mirrors $25$25$25
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row $50$50$50
Cooled or ventilated front seats  $300$300
Folding second row seats$300   
Heated second row seats   $200
Memory system, driver seat  $200$200
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat  $150$150
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat$100$100  
Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat  $100$100
Power recliner, passenger seat $100$100$100
Power thigh support length adjuster, driver seat  $100$100
Synthetic suede headliner   $650
Upgraded floor mats   $0
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Electronic systems calibration selector $200$200$200
Performance steering system (optional)$0   
Transmission 
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls  $100$100
Total Value of Features$3,425$6,950$11,050$13,250
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$3,525$7,625$9,825
Value of Feature Adjustments0-3,315-7,083-9,106

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Specifications Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Kia Cadenza

Model Year20122017
ModelMalibuCadenza
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase112.3 in112.4 in
Length191.8 in195.7 in
Width70.3 in73.6 in
Height57.1 in57.9 in
Curb Weight3,645 lb.3,633 lb.
Fuel Capacity16.0 gal.18.5 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.4 in40.2 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room55.9 in58.3 in
Row 1 Hip Room53.0 in56.5 in
Row 1 Legroom42.2 in45.5 in
Row 2 Headroom37.2 in37.9 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room53.9 in56.5 in
Row 2 Hip Room52.1 in56.3 in
Row 2 Legroom37.6 in37.2 in
Cargo Volume15.1 ft316.0 ft3

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Option Package Details
Kia Cadenza Premium

Panoramic sunroof
FeatureValueRequested?
Panoramic sunroof1200No
Interior ambient lighting150Yes
Total Requested15011%
Total Not Requested120089%
Luxury Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600No
Universal garage door opener100No
Obstacle detection, rear250No
Surround sound250No
Voice control for nav and audio100No
Power-folding mirrors50No
Perimeter approach lighting25No
HD radio50No
Blind spot warning system200No
Interior ambient lighting150Yes
Traffic + travel information25No
Rear cross-traffic detection100No
Approach detection25No
Harman/Kardon, 630W, 12 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Total Requested1507%
Total Not Requested212593%

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