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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: $24,770

Kia Forte EX   
Difference: $680

Lowest Total Invoice: $23,324

Kia Forte EX   
Difference: $633

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20072015
ModelMalibuForte
TrimLTZEX
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $23,675 $19,390
Base Invoice $22,373 $18,432
Satellite radio 325  
Sunroof 800  
Premium Package   2,700
UVO Package   900
Rear spoiler   295
Remote start   495
Floor mats   115
Cargo net   50
Satellite radio 270  
Sunroof 664  
Premium Package   2,441
UVO Package   837
Rear spoiler   244
Remote start   410
Floor mats   93
Cargo net   42
Options (change) 1,125 4,555
Options (change) 934 4,067
Destination 650 825
Total Price $25,450 $24,770
Total Invoice $23,957 $23,324

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Kia Forte

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Kia Forte EX
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $2,605
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $2,446
Model Year20072015
ModelMalibuForte
TrimLTZEX
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine217hp V6173hp I4
TransmissionT4T6
DrivetrainFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)22/32 MPG22/30 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 6?, 6
Tire (rear if not all the same)225/50-17215/45-17
Total Price$25,450$24,770
Adjustments for Features0-1,925
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$25,450$22,845
Total Invoice$23,957$23,324
Adjustments for Features0-1,813
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$23,957$21,511

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Features Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Kia Forte

Model Year20072015
ModelMalibuForte
TrimLTZEX
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
4-speed manually-shiftable automatic$900 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic $1100
FWD$0$0
Accessories 
Heated steering wheel $100
Power-adjustable pedals$125 
Proximity key $250
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
911 assist $25
Brake assist $50
Rearview camera $200
Stability control $400
Tire-pressure monitor $75
Vehicle health reports $0
Cargo Management 
Air-conditioned storage compartment $50
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
Infotainment 
App support $0
Aux input $50
Bluetooth audio streaming $25
Bluetooth cell phone link $100
MP3-compatible player $50
SMS text-to-speech reader $25
Telematics service, such as OnStar$200 
Voice control for external devices $0
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Compass$0 
Power-folding mirrors $50
Turn signals on or near mirrors $25
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row $50
Cooled or ventilated driver seat $150
Folding passenger seat$150 
Heated second row seats $200
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat$50 
Memory system, driver seat $200
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat $100
Power recliner, driver seat $100
Synthetic suede inserts in leather seating surfaces$0 
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Alloy wheels $350
Electronic systems calibration selector $200
Polished alloy wheels$350 
Total Value of Features$2,050$3,975
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$1,925
Value of Feature Adjustments0-1,813

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See a complete comparison of Chevrolet Malibu vs. Kia Forte features.

Specifications Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Kia Forte

Model Year20072015
ModelMalibuForte
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase106.3 in106.3 in
Length188.3 in179.5 in
Width69.9 in70.1 in
Height57.5 in56.5 in
Curb Weight3,297 lb.3,036 lb.
Fuel Capacity16.3 gal.13.2 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.6 in39.1 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room56.7 in56.1 in
Row 1 Hip Room53.2 in53.0 in
Row 1 Legroom41.9 in42.2 in
Row 2 Headroom37.6 in37.3 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room56.1 in54.9 in
Row 2 Hip Room52.4 in53.1 in
Row 2 Legroom38.5 in35.9 in
Cargo Volume15.4 ft314.9 ft3

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See a complete comparison of Chevrolet Malibu vs. Kia Forte specs.

Option Package Details
Kia Forte EX

Premium Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Heated second row seats200No
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power height adjuster, driver seat50Yes
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power recliner, driver seat100No
Memory system, driver seat200No
Heated steering wheel100No
Proximity key250No
Engine immobilizer (optional)0No
Perimeter approach lighting25No
Cooled or ventilated driver seat150No
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Heated front seats200Yes
Sunroof900Yes
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat100No
Universal garage door opener100Yes
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Total Requested250069%
Total Not Requested112531%
UVO Package
FeatureValueRequested?
215/45HR17 tires400No
App support0No
Rearview camera200No
Voice control for external devices0No
SMS text-to-speech reader25No
Vehicle health reports0No
911 assist25Yes
Bluetooth audio streaming25No
Total Requested254%
Total Not Requested65096%

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