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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: $17,670 Kia Forte EX | ||
| Difference: $13,290 | ||
Lowest Total Invoice: $16,770 Kia Forte EX | ||
| Difference: $12,529 | ||
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| Model Year | 2012 | 2010 |
| Model | Malibu | Forte |
| Trim | LTZ | EX |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Price | $28,600 | $15,995 |
| Base Invoice | $27,027 | $15,230 |
| 3.6L V6 | 1,600 | |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 180 | |
| Premium Package | 800 | |
| 3.6L V6 | 1,512 | |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 145 | |
| Premium Package | 700 | |
| Options (change) | 1,600 | 980 |
| Options (change) | 1,512 | 845 |
| Destination | 760 | 695 |
| Total Price | $30,960 | $17,670 |
| Total Invoice | $29,299 | $16,770 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Kia Forte
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Kia Forte EX | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $8,545 | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $8,039 | ||
| Model Year | 2012 | 2010 |
| Model | Malibu | Forte |
| Trim | LTZ | EX |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | 252hp V6 | 156hp I4 |
| Transmission | T6 | M5 |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | 17/26 MPG | 25/34 MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | ?, 8 | ?, 6 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 225/50-18 | 205/55-16 |
| Total Price | $30,960 | $17,670 |
| Adjustments for Features | -4,745 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $26,215 | $17,670 |
| Total Invoice | $29,299 | $16,770 |
| Adjustments for Features | -4,490 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $24,809 | $16,770 |
Features Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Kia Forte
| Model Year | 2012 | 2010 |
| Model | Malibu | Forte |
| Trim | LTZ | EX |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | |
| 5-speed manual | $0 | |
| FWD | $0 | $0 |
| Accessories | ||
| AC power outlet | $100 | |
| Remote start | $150 | |
| Tilt steering wheel, manual | $150 | |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | |
| 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 | |
| Exterior | ||
| Bodyside moldings | $75 | |
| Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) | $25 | |
| Laminated front side windows | $200 | |
| Infotainment | ||
| Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation | $225 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||
| Automatic headlights | $125 | |
| Automatic-off headlights | $25 | |
| Fog lights | $125 | |
| Heated mirrors | $25 | |
| Illuminated visor mirror, driver | $50 | |
| Illuminated visor mirror, passenger | $50 | |
| Interior ambient lighting | $150 | |
| Outside temperature display | $50 | |
| Turn signals on or near mirrors | $25 | |
| Visor mirror, driver | $10 | |
| Visor mirror, passenger | $10 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||
| Center armrest(s), second row | $50 | |
| Door sill trim plates | $100 | |
| Heated front seats | $200 | |
| Leather seating surfaces | $900 | |
| Leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | |
| Manual height 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 lumbar adjuster, driver 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 | |
| Total Value of Features | $5,090 | $345 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $4,745 | $0 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -4,490 | 0 |
Specifications Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Kia Forte
| Model Year | 2012 | 2010 |
| 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 | 3,645 lb. | 2,707 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 EX
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Compass | 0 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 150 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Sunroof | 900 | Yes |
| Alloy wheels | 350 | Yes |
| 205/55HR16 tires | 400 | No |
| Total Requested | 1250 | 76% |
| Total Not Requested | 400 | 24% |
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