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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: $23,905

Kia Forte EX   
Difference: $6,215

Lowest Total Invoice: $22,526

Kia Forte EX   
Difference: $5,953

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20102014
ModelMalibuForte
TrimLTZEX
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $26,955 $19,500
Base Invoice $25,607 $18,528
Sunroof 850  
3.6L V6 1,595  
Premium Package   2,600
215/45HR17   300
Cargo mat   95
Floor mats   115
Remote start   495
Sunroof 748  
3.6L V6 1,404  
Premium Package   2,348
215/45HR17   269
Cargo mat   78
Floor mats   93
Remote start   410
Options (change) 2,445 3,605
Options (change) 2,152 3,198
Destination 720 800
Total Price $30,120 $23,905
Total Invoice $28,479 $22,526

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Kia Forte

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Kia Forte EX
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $6,365
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $6,094
Model Year20102014
ModelMalibuForte
TrimLTZEX
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine252hp V6173hp I4
TransmissionT6T6
DrivetrainFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)17/26 MPG21/29 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 8?, 6
Tire (rear if not all the same)225/50-18215/45-17
Total Price$30,120$23,905
Adjustments for Features0-150
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$30,120$23,755
Total Invoice$28,479$22,526
Adjustments for Features0-141
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$28,479$22,385

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Features Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Kia Forte

Model Year20102014
ModelMalibuForte
TrimLTZEX
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1100$1100
FWD$0$0
Accessories 
AC power outlet$100 
Heated steering wheel $100
Proximity key $250
Sunshade, rear$125 
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
911 assist $25
Rearview camera $200
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
SMS text-to-speech reader $25
Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation$225 
Voice control for external devices $0
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror$75 
Compass$0 
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
Cooled or ventilated driver seat $150
Door sill trim plates$100 
Heated second row seats $200
Memory system, driver seat $200
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat$100 
Power height adjuster, passenger 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$2,675$2,825
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$150
Value of Feature Adjustments0-141

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

Specifications Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Kia Forte

Model Year20102014
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?
Heated second row seats200No
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power height adjuster, driver seat50Yes
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power recliner, driver seat100Yes
Memory system, driver seat200No
Heated front seats200Yes
Sunroof900Yes
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Universal garage door opener100Yes
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Heated steering wheel100No
Proximity key250No
Engine immobilizer (optional)0No
Perimeter approach lighting25No
Cooled or ventilated driver seat150No
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Total Requested270074%
Total Not Requested92526%

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