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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: $24,595

Kia Forte EX   
Difference: $5,350

Lowest Total Invoice: $23,183

Kia Forte EX   
Difference: $4,877

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20092016
ModelMalibuForte
TrimLTZEX
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $26,880 $19,990
Base Invoice $25,402 $18,993
Sunroof 800  
3.6L V6 1,595  
Premium Package   3,000
Cargo net   50
Cargo mat   95
Floor mats   115
Remote start   495
Sunroof 664  
3.6L V6 1,324  
Premium Package   2,717
Cargo net   42
Cargo mat   78
Floor mats   93
Remote start   410
Options (change) 2,395 3,755
Options (change) 1,988 3,340
Destination 670 850
Total Price $29,945 $24,595
Total Invoice $28,060 $23,183

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Kia Forte

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Kia Forte EX
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $5,125
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $4,666
Model Year20092016
ModelMalibuForte
TrimLTZEX
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine252hp V6173hp I4
TransmissionT6T6
DrivetrainFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)17/26 MPG22/30 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)210, 8?, 6
Tire (rear if not all the same)225/50-18215/45-17
Total Price$29,945$24,595
Adjustments for Features-2250
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$29,720$24,595
Total Invoice$28,060$23,183
Adjustments for Features-2110
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$27,849$23,183

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Features Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Kia Forte

Model Year20092016
ModelMalibuForte
TrimLTZEX
Body4dr Sedan4dr 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
Rearview camera $200
Temporary spare tire$150 
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 
Laminated front side windows$200 
Infotainment 
App support $0
Bluetooth audio streaming $25
CD changer, in-dash$325 
CD player $125
HD radio $50
Navigation system $600
SMS text-to-speech reader $25
Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation$225 
Traffic information $25
USB port $25
Voice control for external devices $0
Voice control for nav and audio $100
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror$75 
Interior ambient lighting$150 
Power-folding mirrors $50
Trip computer $150
Turn signals on or near mirrors $25
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 
Soft-touch instrument panel (optional) $0
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$3,375$3,150
Value of Feature Adjustments$225$0
Value of Feature Adjustments-2110

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

Specifications Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Kia Forte

Model Year20092016
ModelMalibuForte
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase112.3 in106.3 in
Length191.8 in179.5 in
Width70.3 in70.1 in
Height57.1 in56.5 in
Curb Weight3,680 lb.3,036 lb.
Fuel Capacity16.0 gal.13.2 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.4 in39.1 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room55.9 in56.1 in
Row 1 Hip Room53.0 in53.0 in
Row 1 Legroom42.2 in42.2 in
Row 2 Headroom37.2 in37.3 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room53.9 in54.9 in
Row 2 Hip Room52.1 in53.1 in
Row 2 Legroom37.6 in35.9 in
Cargo Volume15.1 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?
Navigation system600No
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Heated front seats200Yes
Sunroof900Yes
Universal garage door opener100Yes
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Proximity key250No
Engine immobilizer (optional)0No
Voice control for nav and audio100No
Perimeter approach lighting25No
Traffic information25No
HD radio50No
Voice control for external devices0No
SMS text-to-speech reader25No
Vehicle health reports0No
911 assist25No
Bluetooth audio streaming25No
App support0No
Total Requested225067%
Total Not Requested112533%

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