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Chevrolet Malibu vs. Kia Optima Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Chevrolet Malibu vs. Kia Optima Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $24,120

Kia Optima EX   
Difference: $1,305

Lowest Total Invoice: $22,335

Kia Optima EX   
Difference: $1,601

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20072008
ModelMalibuOptima
TrimLTZEX
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $23,675 $19,895
Base Invoice $22,373 $18,510
Sunroof 800  
CD changer, in-dash 300  
Stability control   650
Convenience Package   700
Appearance Package   700
Premium Package   1,300
Rear spoiler   200
Sunroof 664  
CD changer, in-dash 249  
Stability control   580
Convenience Package   625
Appearance Package   625
Premium Package   1,160
Rear spoiler   160
Options (change) 1,100 3,550
Options (change) 913 3,150
Destination 650 675
Total Price $25,425 $24,120
Total Invoice $23,936 $22,335

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Kia Optima

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Kia Optima EX
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $2,115
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $2,351
Model Year20072008
ModelMalibuOptima
TrimLTZEX
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine217hp V6162hp I4
TransmissionT4T5
DrivetrainFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 6360, 7
Tire (rear if not all the same)225/50-17215/50-17
Total Price$25,425$24,120
Adjustments for Features0-810
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$25,425$23,310
Total Invoice$23,936$22,335
Adjustments for Features0-750
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$23,936$21,585

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Features Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Kia Optima

Model Year20072008
ModelMalibuOptima
TrimLTZEX
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
4-speed manually-shiftable automatic$900 
5-speed manually-shiftable automatic $1000
FWD$0$0
Accessories 
Remote start$150 
Sunshade, rear $125
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats $0
Brake assist $50
Stability control $400
Tire-pressure monitor $75
Cargo Management 
Cargo net$40 
Overhead sunglass holder $25
Climate Control 
Interior air filter $0
Infotainment 
Aux input $50
MP3-compatible player $50
Telematics service, such as OnStar$200 
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Compass$0 
Turn signals on or near mirrors $25
Seats and Interior Trim 
Aluminum trim $100
Center armrest(s), second row $50
Folding passenger seat$150 
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat $100
Power recliner, driver seat $100
Power recliner, passenger seat $100
Synthetic suede inserts in leather seating surfaces$0 
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Alloy wheels $350
Polished alloy wheels$350 
Total Value of Features$1,790$2,600
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$810
Value of Feature Adjustments0-750

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

Specifications Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Kia Optima

Model Year20072008
ModelMalibuOptima
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase106.3 in107.1 in
Length188.3 in186.4 in
Width69.9 in71.1 in
Height57.5 in58.3 in
Curb Weight3,298 lb.3,143 lb.
Fuel Capacity16.3 gal.17.0 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.6 in39.8 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room56.7 in57.1 in
Row 1 Hip Room53.2 in54.5 in
Row 1 Legroom41.9 in43.7 in
Row 2 Headroom37.6 in38.0 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room56.1 in56.3 in
Row 2 Hip Room52.4 in54.7 in
Row 2 Legroom38.5 in37.8 in
Cargo Volume15.4 ft314.8 ft3

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See a complete comparison of Chevrolet Malibu vs. Kia Optima specs.

Option Package Details
Kia Optima EX

Stability control
FeatureValueRequested?
Stability control400No
Antilock brakes (ABS)400Yes
Traction control100Yes
Brake assist50No
Total Requested50053%
Total Not Requested45047%
Convenience Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Heated front seats200Yes
Power recliner, passenger seat100No
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat100No
Sunshade, rear125No
Power-adjustable pedals125Yes
Total Requested32550%
Total Not Requested32550%
Appearance Package
FeatureValueRequested?
215/50VR17 tires400No
Upgraded instruments0No
Aluminum trim100No
Special exterior trim0No
Total Requested00%
Total Not Requested500100%
Premium Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Sunroof900Yes
CD changer, in-dash200Yes
MP3-compatible player50No
Infinity, 360W, 7 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Total Requested110073%
Total Not Requested40027%

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