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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: $23,610 Kia Forte EX | ||
| Difference: $4,135 | ||
Lowest Total Invoice: $22,228 Kia Forte EX | ||
| Difference: $4,027 | ||
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| Model Year | 2008 | 2018 |
| Model | Malibu | Forte |
| Trim | LTZ | EX |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Price | $27,095 | $21,600 |
| Base Invoice | $25,605 | $20,410 |
| Universal garage door opener | 350 | |
| Cargo net | 50 | |
| Cargo mat | 95 | |
| Floor mats | 125 | |
| Remote start | 495 | |
| Universal garage door opener | 291 | |
| Cargo net | 42 | |
| Cargo mat | 78 | |
| Floor mats | 102 | |
| Remote start | 410 | |
| Options (change) | 0 | 1,115 |
| Options (change) | 0 | 923 |
| Destination | 650 | 895 |
| Total Price | $27,745 | $23,610 |
| Total Invoice | $26,255 | $22,228 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Kia Forte
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Kia Forte EX | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $3,885 | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $3,790 | ||
| Model Year | 2008 | 2018 |
| Model | Malibu | Forte |
| Trim | LTZ | EX |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | 252hp V6 | 164hp I4 |
| Transmission | T6 | T6 |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | 17/26 MPG | 25/30 MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 210, 8 | ?, 6 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 225/50-18 | 215/45-17 |
| Total Price | $27,745 | $23,610 |
| Adjustments for Features | -250 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $27,495 | $23,610 |
| Total Invoice | $26,255 | $22,228 |
| Adjustments for Features | -237 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $26,018 | $22,228 |
Features Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Kia Forte
| Model Year | 2008 | 2018 |
| Model | Malibu | Forte |
| Trim | LTZ | EX |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | $1100 |
| FWD | $0 | $0 |
| Accessories | ||
| Proximity key | $250 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||
| 911 assist | $25 | |
| Blind spot warning system | $200 | |
| Cross-traffic warning, rear | $100 | |
| Rearview camera | $200 | |
| Temporary spare tire | $150 | |
| Vehicle health reports | $0 | |
| Cargo Management | ||
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | |
| Climate Control | ||
| Dual-zone climate control | $125 | |
| Interior air filter | $0 | |
| Rear air vents | $100 | |
| Exterior | ||
| Laminated front side windows | $200 | |
| Infotainment | ||
| Android Auto support | $100 | |
| App support | $0 | |
| Apple CarPlay support | $100 | |
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | $100 | |
| CD changer, in-dash | $325 | |
| MP3-compatible player | $50 | |
| SMS text-to-speech reader | $25 | |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation | $225 | |
| USB port | $25 | |
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||
| Approach detection | $25 | |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | $75 | |
| 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 | |
| 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 | ||
| Electronic systems calibration selector | $200 | |
| Performance steering system (optional) | $0 | |
| Transmission | ||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | |
| Total Value of Features | $3,225 | $2,975 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $250 | $0 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -237 | 0 |
Specifications Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Kia Forte
| Model Year | 2008 | 2018 |
| Model | Malibu | Forte |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Wheelbase | 112.3 in | 106.3 in |
| Length | 191.8 in | 179.5 in |
| Width | 70.3 in | 70.1 in |
| Height | 57.1 in | 56.3 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,680 lb. | 3,011 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 16.0 gal. | 13.2 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 39.4 in | 39.1 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 55.9 in | 56.1 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 53.0 in | 53.8 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 42.2 in | 42.2 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 37.2 in | 37.3 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 53.9 in | 54.9 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 52.1 in | 53.1 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 37.6 in | 35.9 in |
| Cargo Volume | 15.1 ft3 | 14.9 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Kia Forte EX
| Universal garage door opener | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Compass | 0 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 250 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
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