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Chevrolet Malibu vs. Kia Niro Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Chevrolet Malibu vs. Kia Niro Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $29,360

Chevrolet Malibu LTZ   
Difference: $1,410

Lowest Total Invoice: $27,787

Chevrolet Malibu LTZ   
Difference: $1,388

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20122017
ModelMalibuNiro
TrimLTZTouring
Body4dr Sedan4dr SUV
Base Price $28,600 $29,650
Base Invoice $27,027 $28,098
Floor mats   130
Cargo mat   95
Floor mats   104
Cargo mat   78
Options (change) 0 225
Options (change) 0 182
Destination 760 895
Total Price $29,360 $30,770
Total Invoice $27,787 $29,175

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Kia Niro

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Kia Niro Touring
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $2,515
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $2,334
Model Year20122017
ModelMalibuNiro
TrimLTZTouring
Body4dr Sedan4dr SUV
Engine169hp I4104hp I4 H
TransmissionT6S6
DrivetrainFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)26/38 MPG51/46 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 8315, 8
Tire (rear if not all the same)225/50-18225/45-18
Total Price$29,360$30,770
Adjustments for Features0-3,925
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$29,360$26,845
Total Invoice$27,787$29,175
Adjustments for Features0-3,722
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$27,787$25,453

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Features Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Kia Niro

Model Year20122017
ModelMalibuNiro
TrimLTZTouring
Body4dr Sedan4dr SUV
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1100 
6-speed automated manual $1100
FWD$0$0
Accessories 
AC power outlet$100 
Heated steering wheel $100
Proximity key $250
Proximity trunk or liftgate opener $125
Remote start$150 
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
911 assist $25
Blind spot warning system $200
Cross-traffic warning, rear $100
Knee airbag, driver $75
Obstacle detection, front $150
Obstacle detection, rear $250
Rearview camera $200
Rollover sensor $50
Temporary spare tire$150 
Vehicle health reports $0
Cargo Management 
Cargo cover $75
Overhead sunglass holder $25
Roof rails $250
Climate Control 
Dual-zone climate control $125
Ionizing air filtration $50
Rear air vents $100
Rear wiper $175
Engine / Motor 
Automatic start / stop $150
Exterior 
Active grille shutters $0
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)$25 
Deep-tinted rear windows $275
Laminated front side windows$200 
Rear spoiler $200
Wheel-lip moldings $75
Infotainment 
Android Auto support $100
App support $0
Apple CarPlay support $100
Bluetooth audio streaming $25
CD player$125 
HD radio $50
MP3-compatible player$50 
Navigation system $600
SMS text-to-speech reader $25
Surround sound $250
Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation$225 
Traffic information $25
Voice control for external devices $0
Voice control for nav and audio $100
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Approach detection $25
Auto-dimming rearview mirror$150 
Compass$0 
Detailed driving style feedback $100
Large energy flow and fuel economy display $25
Power-folding mirrors $50
Tachometer$75 
Trip computer $150
Turn signals on or near mirrors $25
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row $50
Cooled or ventilated front seats $300
Manual height adjuster, passenger seat $50
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
Total Value of Features$2,650$6,575
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$3,925
Value of Feature Adjustments0-3,722

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Specifications Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Kia Niro

Model Year20122017
ModelMalibuNiro
Body4dr Sedan4dr SUV
Wheelbase112.3 in106.3 in
Length191.8 in171.5 in
Width70.3 in71.1 in
Height57.1 in60.4 in
Curb Weight3,620 lb.3,106 lb.
Fuel Capacity16.0 gal.11.9 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.4 in40.1 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room55.9 in56.0 in
Row 1 Hip Room53.0 in53.7 in
Row 1 Legroom42.2 in41.7 in
Row 2 Headroom37.2 in39.1 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room53.9 in55.2 in
Row 2 Hip Room52.1 in48.3 in
Row 2 Legroom37.6 in37.4 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum
15.1 ft319.4 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum
15.154.5 ft3

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