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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: $24,319

Chevrolet Malibu SS   
Difference: $1,531

Lowest Total Invoice: $22,994

Chevrolet Malibu SS   
Difference: $1,211

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year200720122012
ModelMalibuOptimaOptima
TrimSSEX TurboSX
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $23,470 $25,100 $26,500
Base Invoice $22,179 $23,455 $24,760
Satellite radio 199    
Satellite radio 165    
Options (change) 199 0 0
Options (change) 165 0 0
Destination 650 750 750
Total Price $24,319 $25,850 $27,250
Total Invoice $22,994 $24,205 $25,510

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Kia Optima

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Kia Optima EX Turbo
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $444
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $638
Model Year200720122012
ModelMalibuOptimaOptima
TrimSSEX TurboSX
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine240hp V6274hp I4274hp I4
TransmissionT4T6T6
DrivetrainFWDFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)18/26 MPG22/34 MPG22/34 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 6?, 6?, 6
Tire (rear if not all the same)225/50-18215/55-17225/45-18
Total Price$24,319$25,850$27,250
Adjustments for Features0-1,975-2,625
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$24,319$23,875$24,625
Cost Above Minimum$0$0$750
Total Invoice$22,994$24,205$25,510
Adjustments for Features0-1,849-2,457
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$22,994$22,356$23,053
Cost Above Minimum$0$0$697

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Features Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Kia Optima

Model Year200720122012
ModelMalibuOptimaOptima
TrimSSEX TurboSX
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
4-speed manually-shiftable automatic$900  
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic $1100$1100
FWD$0$0$0
Accessories 
Power-adjustable pedals$125  
Proximity key $250$250
Remote start$150  
Universal garage door opener $100$100
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats $0$0
Brake assist $50$50
Stability control $400$400
Tire-pressure monitor $75$75
Cargo Management 
Air-conditioned storage compartment $50$50
Cargo net$40  
Overhead sunglass holder $25$25
Climate Control 
Dual-zone climate control $125$125
Interior air filter $0$0
Rear air vents $100$100
Exterior 
Body kit$0 $0
Bodyside moldings$75  
Rear spoiler$200 $200
Infotainment 
Aux input $50$50
Bluetooth cell phone link $100$100
MP3-compatible player $50$50
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Auto-dimming rearview mirror $150$150
Compass $0$0
Heated mirrors $25$25
Illuminated visor mirror, passenger $50$50
Speaker lights $100$100
Turn signals on or near mirrors $25$25
Visor mirror, passenger$10  
Xenon HID headlights  $500
Seats and Interior Trim 
Aluminum trim  $100
Center armrest(s), second row $50$50
Illuminated door sill trim plates  $200
Leather seating surfaces $900 
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat$50  
Partial leather seating sufaces$450 $450
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat $100$100
Power recliner, driver seat $100$100
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Alloy wheels $350$350
Performance steering system (optional)$0  
Polished alloy wheels$350  
Sport suspension (upgrade)$0 $0
Transmission 
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls  $100
Total Value of Features$2,350$4,325$4,975
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$1,975$2,625
Value of Feature Adjustments0-1,849-2,457

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Specifications Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Kia Optima

Model Year20072012
ModelMalibuOptima
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase106.3 in110.0 in
Length188.3 in190.7 in
Width69.9 in72.1 in
Height57.5 in57.3 in
Curb Weight3,315 lb.3,385 lb.
Fuel Capacity16.3 gal.18.5 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.6 in40.0 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room56.7 in57.2 in
Row 1 Hip Room53.2 in54.7 in
Row 1 Legroom41.9 in45.5 in
Row 2 Headroom37.6 in37.6 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room56.1 in55.7 in
Row 2 Hip Room52.4 in54.5 in
Row 2 Legroom38.5 in34.7 in
Cargo Volume15.4 ft315.4 ft3

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