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Chevrolet Malibu vs. Kia Forte Price Comparison (MSRP)The sticker prices, before adjusting for remaining feature differences. Usually these are the numbers you will see on the window stickers.
Models in short supply often sell at or even above these prices.
Models in short supply often sell at or even above these prices.
Chevrolet Malibu vs. Kia Forte Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $21,380 Kia Forte SX | ||
| Difference: $7,165 | ||
Lowest Total Invoice: $20,252 Kia Forte SX | ||
| Difference: $6,667 | ||
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| Model Year | 2008 | 2011 |
| Model | Malibu | Forte |
| Trim | LTZ | SX |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Price | $27,095 | $18,895 |
| Base Invoice | $25,605 | $18,000 |
| Sunroof | 800 | 750 |
| Leather Package | 1,000 | |
| Cargo net | 40 | |
| Sunroof | 664 | 655 |
| Leather Package | 870 | |
| Cargo net | 32 | |
| Options (change) | 800 | 1,790 |
| Options (change) | 664 | 1,557 |
| Destination | 650 | 695 |
| Total Price | $28,545 | $21,380 |
| Total Invoice | $26,919 | $20,252 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Kia Forte
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Kia Forte SX | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $5,450 | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $5,050 | ||
| Model Year | 2008 | 2011 |
| Model | Malibu | Forte |
| Trim | LTZ | SX |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | 252hp V6 | 173hp I4 |
| Transmission | T6 | T6 |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | 17/26 MPG | 22/32 MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 210, 8 | ?, 6 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 225/50-18 | 215/45-17 |
| Total Price | $28,545 | $21,380 |
| Adjustments for Features | -1,715 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $26,830 | $21,380 |
| Total Invoice | $26,919 | $20,252 |
| Adjustments for Features | -1,617 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $25,302 | $20,252 |
Features Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Kia Forte
| Model Year | 2008 | 2011 |
| Model | Malibu | Forte |
| Trim | LTZ | SX |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | $1100 |
| FWD | $0 | $0 |
| Accessories | ||
| Remote start | $150 | |
| Universal garage door opener | $100 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||
| Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats | $0 | |
| Cargo Management | ||
| Cargo mat | $40 | |
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | |
| Climate Control | ||
| Automatic climate control, front | $200 | |
| Interior air filter | $0 | |
| Wiper de-icer | $25 | |
| Exterior | ||
| Laminated front side windows | $200 | |
| Infotainment | ||
| Bluetooth cell phone link | $100 | |
| CD changer, in-dash | $325 | |
| CD player | $125 | |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation | $225 | |
| USB port | $25 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | $75 | |
| Compass | $0 | |
| Heated mirrors | $25 | |
| Interior ambient lighting | $150 | |
| Trip computer | $150 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||
| Center armrest(s), second row | $50 | |
| Door sill trim plates | $100 | |
| Manual height adjuster, driver seat | $50 | |
| Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $50 | |
| Metal pedals | $75 | |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat | $100 | |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Power height adjuster, driver seat | $100 | |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Power recliner, driver seat | $100 | |
| Power tilt adjuster, driver seat | $100 | |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||
| Performance steering system (optional) | $0 | |
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | |
| Total Value of Features | $3,440 | $1,725 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $1,715 | $0 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -1,617 | 0 |
Specifications Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Kia Forte
| Model Year | 2008 | 2011 |
| Model | Malibu | Forte |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Wheelbase | 112.3 in | 104.3 in |
| Length | 191.8 in | 178.3 in |
| Width | 70.3 in | 69.9 in |
| Height | 57.1 in | 57.5 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,680 lb. | 2,822 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 16.0 gal. | 13.7 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 39.4 in | 40.0 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 55.9 in | 55.7 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 53.0 in | 53.0 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 42.2 in | 43.3 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 37.2 in | 37.8 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 53.9 in | 54.7 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 52.1 in | 53.3 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 37.6 in | 35.0 in |
| Cargo Volume | 15.1 ft3 | 14.7 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Kia Forte SX
| Leather Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Wiper de-icer | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 1250 | 98% |
| Total Not Requested | 25 | 2% |
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