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Chevrolet Malibu vs. Kia Forte Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Chevrolet Malibu vs. Kia Forte Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $20,180

Kia Forte SX   
Difference: $5,270

Lowest Total Invoice: $19,067

Kia Forte SX   
Difference: $4,890

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20072010
ModelMalibuForte
TrimLTZSX
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $23,675 $17,495
Base Invoice $22,373 $16,660
Satellite radio 325  
Sunroof 800 700
Leather seating surfaces   1,000
Auto-dimming rearview mirror   180
Cargo net   40
Universal garage door opener   70
Satellite radio 270  
Sunroof 664 610
Leather seating surfaces   870
Auto-dimming rearview mirror   145
Cargo net   32
Universal garage door opener   55
Options (change) 1,125 1,990
Options (change) 934 1,712
Destination 650 695
Total Price $25,450 $20,180
Total Invoice $23,957 $19,067

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Kia Forte

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Kia Forte SX
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $3,965
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $3,662
Model Year20072010
ModelMalibuForte
TrimLTZSX
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine217hp V6173hp I4
TransmissionT4M6
DrivetrainFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)22/32 MPG22/32 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 6?, 6
Tire (rear if not all the same)225/50-17215/45-17
Total Price$25,450$20,180
Adjustments for Features-1,3050
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$24,145$20,180
Total Invoice$23,957$19,067
Adjustments for Features-1,2280
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$22,729$19,067

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Features Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Kia Forte

Model Year20072010
ModelMalibuForte
TrimLTZSX
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
4-speed manually-shiftable automatic$900 
6-speed manual $150
FWD$0$0
Accessories 
Power-adjustable pedals$125 
Proximity key $250
Remote start$150 
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats $0
Brake assist $50
Stability control $400
Tire-pressure monitor $75
Cargo Management 
Overhead sunglass holder $25
Climate Control 
Automatic climate control, front$200 
Interior air filter $0
Exterior 
Bodyside moldings$75 
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) $25
Rear spoiler$200 
Infotainment 
Aux input $50
Bluetooth cell phone link $100
MP3-compatible player $50
Telematics service, such as OnStar$200 
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Automatic headlights$125 
Automatic-off headlights $25
Heated mirrors$25 
Illuminated visor mirror, driver$50 
Illuminated visor mirror, passenger$50 
Outside temperature display$50 
Turn signals on or near mirrors $25
Visor mirror, driver $10
Visor mirror, passenger $10
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row $50
Folding passenger seat$150 
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 
Synthetic suede inserts in leather seating surfaces$0 
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Alloy wheels $350
Polished alloy wheels$350 
Sport suspension (upgrade) $0
Total Value of Features$3,000$1,695
Value of Feature Adjustments$1,305$0
Value of Feature Adjustments-1,2280

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Specifications Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Kia Forte

Model Year20072010
ModelMalibuForte
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase106.3 in104.3 in
Length188.3 in178.3 in
Width69.9 in69.9 in
Height57.5 in57.5 in
Curb Weight3,297 lb.2,853 lb.
Fuel Capacity16.3 gal.13.7 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.6 in40.0 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room56.7 in55.7 in
Row 1 Hip Room53.2 in53.0 in
Row 1 Legroom41.9 in43.3 in
Row 2 Headroom37.6 in37.8 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room56.1 in54.7 in
Row 2 Hip Room52.4 in53.3 in
Row 2 Legroom38.5 in35.0 in
Cargo Volume15.4 ft314.7 ft3

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Option Package Details
Kia Forte SX

Leather seating surfaces
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Heated front seats200Yes
Total Requested1100100%
Total Not Requested00%
Auto-dimming rearview mirror
FeatureValueRequested?
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Compass0Yes
Total Requested150100%
Total Not Requested00%

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