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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: $36,375

Chevrolet Malibu Premier   
Difference: $3,660

Lowest Total Invoice: $34,728

Chevrolet Malibu Premier   
Difference: $2,456

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year201820172017
ModelMalibuCadenzaCadenza
TrimPremierTechnologyLimited
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $30,975 $38,990 $44,390
Base Invoice $29,736 $36,166 $41,077
Sun and Wheels Package 2,270    
Driver Confidence Package 1,195    
Driver Confidence Package II 995    
Cargo net 65 50 50
Cargo mat   95  
Sun and Wheels Package 2,066    
Driver Confidence Package 1,087    
Driver Confidence Package II 905    
Cargo net 59 40 40
Cargo mat   78  
Options (change) 4,525 145 50
Options (change) 4,117 118 40
Destination 875 900 900
Total Price $36,375 $40,035 $45,340
Total Invoice $34,728 $37,184 $42,017

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Kia Cadenza

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Chevrolet Malibu Premier
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $2,590
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $1,462
Model Year201820172017
ModelMalibuCadenzaCadenza
TrimPremierTechnologyLimited
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine250hp I4290hp V6290hp V6
TransmissionT9T8T8
DrivetrainFWDFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)22/32 MPG20/28 MPG20/28 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 9630, 12630, 12
Tire (rear if not all the same)245/40-19245/45-18245/40-19
Total Price$36,375$40,035$45,340
Adjustments for Features0-1,070-3,270
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$36,375$38,965$42,070
Cost Above Minimum$0$0$3,105
Total Invoice$34,728$37,184$42,017
Adjustments for Features0-994-3,030
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$34,728$36,190$38,987
Cost Above Minimum$0$0$2,797

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Features Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Kia Cadenza

Model Year201820172017
ModelMalibuCadenzaCadenza
TrimPremierTechnologyLimited
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
9-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1400  
8-speed manually-shiftable automatic $1300$1300
FWD$0$0$0
Accessories 
AC power outlet$100  
Power trunk closer  $350
Proximity trunk or liftgate opener $125$125
Remote app$25  
Remote start$150  
Semi-automated parking system$500  
Sunshade, rear, power  $225
Sunshades, second row  $125
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual$250  
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power $350$350
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
911 assist $25$25
Around view cameras  $500
Blind spot collision prevention $150$150
Following distance indicator$25  
Knee airbag, passenger$75  
Lane departure prevention, steering-based$200  
Obstacle detection, front$150  
Pedestrian detection$50  
Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system$0  
Rearview camera$200$200 
Rollover sensor$50  
Safety key$5  
Temporary spare tire $150$150
Cargo Management 
Overhead sunglass holder $25$25
Rear seat pass-through $100$100
Climate Control 
Rain-sensing wipers $175$175
Variable intermittent wipers$75  
Wiper de-icer $25$25
Infotainment 
4G LTE connectivity$0  
CD player $125$125
HD radio $50$50
MP3-compatible player $50$50
Surround sound $250$250
Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation$225  
Traffic + travel information $25$25
Wi-Fi hotspot$50  
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Analog clock $25$25
Approach detection $25$25
Fog lights $125$125
Head-up display (HUD)  $350
LED headlights $1000$1000
Power-folding mirrors $50$50
Seats and Interior Trim 
Folding second row seats$300  
Heated second row seats  $200
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat $150$150
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat$100  
Power thigh support length adjuster, driver seat $100$100
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat $100$100
Synthetic suede headliner  $650
Upgraded floor mats$0 $0
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Electronic systems calibration selector $200$200
Transmission 
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls $100$100
Total Value of Features$3,930$5,000$7,200
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$1,070$3,270
Value of Feature Adjustments0-994-3,030

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Specifications Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Kia Cadenza

Model Year20182017
ModelMalibuCadenza
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase111.4 in112.4 in
Length193.8 in195.7 in
Width73.0 in73.6 in
Height57.7 in57.9 in
Curb Weight3,388 lb.3,633 lb.
Fuel Capacity15.8 gal.18.5 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.1 in40.2 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room58.5 in58.3 in
Row 1 Hip Room54.1 in56.5 in
Row 1 Legroom42.0 in45.5 in
Row 2 Headroom37.5 in37.9 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room57.1 in56.5 in
Row 2 Hip Room53.4 in56.3 in
Row 2 Legroom38.1 in37.2 in
Cargo Volume15.8 ft316.0 ft3

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Option Package Details
Chevrolet Malibu Premier

Sun and Wheels Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Universal garage door opener100Yes
Panoramic sunroof1200Yes
245/40R19 tires400No
Upgraded floor mats0Yes
Total Requested130076%
Total Not Requested40024%
Driver Confidence Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Obstacle detection, front150No
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Auto-dimming headlights200Yes
Lane departure warning200Yes
Blind spot warning system200Yes
Cross-traffic warning, rear100Yes
Automatic braking, low-speed200Yes
Forward collision warning200Yes
Lane departure prevention, steering-based200No
Pedestrian detection50No
Following distance indicator25No
Total Requested135076%
Total Not Requested42524%
Driver Confidence Package II
FeatureValueRequested?
Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system0No
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed700Yes
Semi-automated parking system500No
Automatic braking, high-speed or partial200Yes
Total Requested90064%
Total Not Requested50036%

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