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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: $26,160 Kia Forte EX | ||
| Difference: $7,890 | ||
Lowest Total Invoice: $24,564 Kia Forte EX | ||
| Difference: $7,428 | ||
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| Model Year | 2013 | 2014 |
| Model | Malibu | Forte |
| Trim | LTZ | EX |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Price | $27,365 | $19,500 |
| Base Invoice | $25,859 | $18,528 |
| Premium Package | 1,000 | 2,600 |
| Forward collision warning | 395 | |
| Electronics and Entertainment Package | 1,350 | |
| Navigation system | 795 | |
| 2.0L I4 | 2,335 | |
| 215/45HR17 | 300 | |
| Technology Package | 2,300 | |
| Cargo net | 50 | |
| Floor mats | 115 | |
| Remote start | 495 | |
| Premium Package | 880 | 2,348 |
| Forward collision warning | 348 | |
| Electronics and Entertainment Package | 1,188 | |
| Navigation system | 700 | |
| 2.0L I4 | 2,207 | |
| 215/45HR17 | 269 | |
| Technology Package | 2,074 | |
| Cargo net | 42 | |
| Floor mats | 93 | |
| Remote start | 410 | |
| Options (change) | 5,875 | 5,860 |
| Options (change) | 5,323 | 5,236 |
| Destination | 810 | 800 |
| Total Price | $34,050 | $26,160 |
| Total Invoice | $31,992 | $24,564 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Kia Forte
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Kia Forte EX | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $6,415 | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $6,042 | ||
| Model Year | 2013 | 2014 |
| Model | Malibu | Forte |
| Trim | LTZ | EX |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | 259hp I4 | 173hp I4 |
| Transmission | T6 | T6 |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | 21/30 MPG | 21/29 MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | ?, 9 | ?, 6 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 245/40-19 | 215/45-17 |
| Total Price | $34,050 | $26,160 |
| Adjustments for Features | -1,475 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $32,575 | $26,160 |
| Total Invoice | $31,992 | $24,564 |
| Adjustments for Features | -1,386 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $30,606 | $24,564 |
Features Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Kia Forte
| Model Year | 2013 | 2014 |
| 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 | ||
| AC power outlet | $100 | |
| Heated steering wheel | $100 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||
| 911 assist | $25 | |
| Forward collision warning | $200 | |
| Knee airbag, driver | $75 | |
| Knee airbag, passenger | $75 | |
| Lane departure warning | $200 | |
| Rear side airbags | $300 | |
| Rollover sensor | $50 | |
| Temporary spare tire | $150 | |
| Vehicle health reports | $0 | |
| Cargo Management | ||
| Air-conditioned storage compartment | $50 | |
| Climate Control | ||
| Rear air vents | $100 | |
| Exterior | ||
| Laminated front side windows | $200 | |
| Infotainment | ||
| HD radio | $50 | |
| SMS text-to-speech reader | $25 | |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation | $225 | |
| Traffic information | $25 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||
| Compass | $0 | |
| Interior ambient lighting | $150 | |
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | $25 | |
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||
| Cooled or ventilated driver seat | $150 | |
| Door sill trim plates | $100 | |
| Heated second row seats | $200 | |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $150 | |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $150 | |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $100 | |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||
| Electronic systems calibration selector | $200 | |
| Total Value of Features | $3,650 | $2,175 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $1,475 | $0 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -1,386 | 0 |
Specifications Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Kia Forte
| Model Year | 2013 | 2014 |
| Model | Malibu | Forte |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Wheelbase | 107.8 in | 106.3 in |
| Length | 191.5 in | 179.5 in |
| Width | 73.0 in | 70.1 in |
| Height | 57.6 in | 56.5 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,635 lb. | 3,036 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 18.5 gal. | 13.2 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 39.0 in | 39.1 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 57.5 in | 56.1 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 55.0 in | 53.0 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 42.1 in | 42.2 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 37.5 in | 37.3 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 57.1 in | 54.9 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 54.3 in | 53.1 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 36.8 in | 35.9 in |
| Cargo Volume | 16.3 ft3 | 14.9 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Chevrolet Malibu LTZ
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | Yes |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 950 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Electronics and Entertainment Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| 245/40WR19 tires | 400 | No |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Rearview camera | 200 | Yes |
| AC power outlet | 100 | No |
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | 25 | No |
| Pioneer, 9 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Total Requested | 300 | 26% |
| Total Not Requested | 875 | 74% |
Option Package Details
Kia Forte EX
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Heated second row seats | 200 | No |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power height adjuster, driver seat | 50 | Yes |
| Power tilt adjuster, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power recliner, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | Yes |
| Perimeter approach lighting | 25 | No |
| Cooled or ventilated driver seat | 150 | No |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Sunroof | 900 | Yes |
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Heated steering wheel | 100 | No |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| Engine immobilizer (optional) | 0 | No |
| Total Requested | 3150 | 87% |
| Total Not Requested | 475 | 13% |
| Technology Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Automatic climate control, front | 200 | Yes |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Dual-zone climate control | 125 | Yes |
| Upgraded instruments | 0 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Rear air vents | 100 | No |
| Traffic information | 25 | No |
| HD radio | 50 | No |
| LED tail lights (optional) | 0 | No |
| Total Requested | 1525 | 90% |
| Total Not Requested | 175 | 10% |
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