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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: $20,180 Kia Forte SX | |||
| Difference: $9,525 | |||
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| Model Year | 2020 | 2020 | 2010 |
| Model | Malibu | Malibu | Forte |
| Trim | LT | Premier | SX |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Price | $26,670 | $33,370 | $17,495 |
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,150 | ||
| Convenience and Technology Package | 895 | ||
| Cargo net | 65 | 65 | 40 |
| Sun and Wheels Package | 2,270 | ||
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 180 | ||
| Leather seating surfaces | 1,000 | ||
| Sunroof | 700 | ||
| Universal garage door opener | 70 | ||
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,047 | ||
| Convenience and Technology Package | 814 | ||
| Cargo net | 59 | 59 | 32 |
| Sun and Wheels Package | 2,066 | ||
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 145 | ||
| Leather seating surfaces | 870 | ||
| Sunroof | 610 | ||
| Universal garage door opener | 55 | ||
| Options (change) | 2,110 | 2,335 | 1,990 |
| Options (change) | 1,920 | 2,125 | 1,712 |
| Destination | 925 | 925 | 695 |
| Total Price | $29,705 | $36,630 | $20,180 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Kia Forte
| Lowest Adjusted Price: Kia Forte SX | |||
| Lowest Adjusted Invoice: Chevrolet Malibu Premier | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $6,840 | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $16,508 | |||
| Model Year | 2020 | 2020 | 2010 |
| Model | Malibu | Malibu | Forte |
| Trim | LT | Premier | SX |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | 160hp I4 | 250hp I4 | 173hp I4 |
| Transmission | CVT-7 | T9 | M6 |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | FWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | ?, 6 | ?, 9 | ?, 6 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 225/55-17 | 245/40-19 | 215/45-17 |
| Total Price | $29,705 | $36,630 | $20,180 |
| Adjustments for Features | -2,685 | -5,900 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $27,020 | $30,730 | $20,180 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $3,710 | $0 |
Features Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Kia Forte
| Model Year | 2020 | 2020 | 2010 |
| Model | Malibu | Malibu | Forte |
| Trim | LT | Premier | SX |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | |||
| 7-speed manually-shiftable CVT | $1100 | ||
| 9-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1400 | ||
| 6-speed manual | $150 | ||
| FWD | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Accessories | |||
| AC power outlet | $100 | $100 | |
| Heated steering wheel | $100 | ||
| Remote app | $25 | $25 | |
| Remote start | $150 | $150 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | |||
| Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats | $0 | ||
| Knee airbag, driver | $75 | $75 | |
| Knee airbag, passenger | $75 | $75 | |
| Rear side airbags | $300 | $300 | |
| Rearview camera | $200 | $200 | |
| Rollover sensor | $50 | $50 | |
| Safety key | $5 | $5 | |
| Temporary spare tire | $150 | $150 | |
| Vehicle health reports | $0 | $0 | |
| Cargo Management | |||
| Cargo mat | $40 | ||
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | ||
| Climate Control | |||
| Automatic climate control, front | $200 | ||
| Dual-zone climate control | $125 | ||
| Rear air vents | $100 | $100 | |
| Engine / Motor | |||
| Automatic start / stop | $150 | ||
| Exterior | |||
| Active grille shutters | $0 | ||
| Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) | $25 | $25 | |
| Laminated front side windows | $200 | $200 | |
| Panoramic sunroof | $1200 | $1200 | |
| Sunroof | $900 | ||
| Infotainment | |||
| 4G LTE connectivity | $0 | $0 | |
| Android Auto support | $100 | $100 | |
| App support | $0 | $0 | |
| Apple CarPlay support | $100 | $100 | |
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | $25 | |
| CD player | $125 | ||
| MP3-compatible player | $50 | ||
| Navigation system | $600 | ||
| SMS text-to-speech reader | $25 | $25 | |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation | $225 | $225 | |
| Voice control for audio system | $25 | ||
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | $0 | |
| Voice control for nav and audio | $100 | ||
| Wi-Fi hotspot | $50 | $50 | |
| Wireless charging station | $75 | $75 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | |||
| Automatic headlights | $125 | $125 | |
| Automatic-off headlights | $25 | ||
| Fog lights | $125 | ||
| Heated mirrors | $25 | $25 | |
| Illuminated visor mirror, driver | $50 | $50 | |
| Illuminated visor mirror, passenger | $50 | $50 | |
| Interior ambient lighting | $150 | $150 | |
| Outside temperature display | $50 | $50 | |
| Visor mirror, driver | $10 | ||
| Visor mirror, passenger | $10 | ||
| Seats and Interior Trim | |||
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | $300 | ||
| Door sill trim plates | $100 | ||
| Heated front seats | $200 | $200 | |
| Leather seating surfaces | $900 | $900 | |
| Manual height adjuster, driver seat | $50 | ||
| Manual height adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | ||
| Memory system, driver seat | $200 | ||
| Metal pedals | $75 | ||
| Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | ||
| Power height adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | ||
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | |
| Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | ||
| Power recliner, driver seat | $100 | $100 | |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | $100 | ||
| Power tilt adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | |
| Upgraded floor mats | $0 | ||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | |||
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | ||
| Total Value of Features | $5,505 | $8,720 | $2,820 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $2,685 | $5,900 | $0 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -257 | -491 | 0 |
Specifications Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Kia Forte
| Model Year | 2020 | 2010 |
| Model | Malibu | Forte |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Wheelbase | 111.4 in | 104.3 in |
| Length | 194.2 in | 178.3 in |
| Width | 73.0 in | 69.9 in |
| Height | 57.3 in | 57.5 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,127 lb. | 2,708 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 15.8 gal. | 13.7 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 39.1 in | 40.0 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 58.5 in | 55.7 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 54.1 in | 53.0 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 41.5 in | 43.3 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 37.5 in | 37.8 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 57.1 in | 54.7 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 53.4 in | 53.3 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 38.1 in | 35.0 in |
| Cargo Volume | 15.7 ft3 | 14.7 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Chevrolet Malibu LT
| Panoramic sunroof | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Panoramic sunroof | 1200 | No |
| Total Requested | 100 | 8% |
| Total Not Requested | 1200 | 92% |
| Convenience and Technology Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Leather-wrapped steering wheel | 150 | Yes |
| AC power outlet | 100 | No |
| Remote start | 150 | No |
| Wireless charging station | 75 | No |
| Total Requested | 300 | 48% |
| Total Not Requested | 325 | 52% |
Option Package Details
Chevrolet Malibu Premier
| Sun and Wheels Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Panoramic sunroof | 1200 | No |
| 245/40R19 tires | 400 | No |
| Upgraded floor mats | 0 | No |
| Total Requested | 100 | 6% |
| Total Not Requested | 1600 | 94% |
Option Package Details
Kia Forte SX
| 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% |
| Leather seating surfaces | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1100 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
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