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Chevrolet Malibu vs. Kia Optima 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 Optima Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $25,814 Chevrolet Malibu SS | ||
| Difference: $10,561 | ||
Lowest Total Invoice: $24,235 Chevrolet Malibu SS | ||
| Difference: $9,772 | ||
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| Model Year | 2007 | 2015 |
| Model | Malibu | Optima |
| Trim | SS | SX Limited Turbo |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Price | $23,470 | $35,500 |
| Base Invoice | $22,179 | $33,140 |
| Satellite radio | 199 | |
| Sunroof | 800 | |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | 695 | |
| Cargo net | 50 | |
| Satellite radio | 165 | |
| Sunroof | 664 | |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | 577 | |
| Cargo net | 42 | |
| Options (change) | 1,694 | 50 |
| Options (change) | 1,406 | 42 |
| Destination | 650 | 825 |
| Total Price | $25,814 | $36,375 |
| Total Invoice | $24,235 | $34,007 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Kia Optima
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Chevrolet Malibu SS | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $3,671 | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $3,331 | ||
| Model Year | 2007 | 2015 |
| Model | Malibu | Optima |
| Trim | SS | SX Limited Turbo |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | 240hp V6 | 274hp I4 |
| Transmission | T4 | T6 |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | 18/26 MPG | 20/31 MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | ?, 6 | ?, 8 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 225/50-18 | 225/45-18 |
| Total Price | $25,814 | $36,375 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -6,890 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $25,814 | $29,485 |
| Total Invoice | $24,235 | $34,007 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -6,441 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $24,235 | $27,566 |
Features Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Kia Optima
| Model Year | 2007 | 2015 |
| Model | Malibu | Optima |
| Trim | SS | SX Limited Turbo |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||
| 4-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $900 | |
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | |
| FWD | $0 | $0 |
| Accessories | ||
| Heated steering wheel | $100 | |
| Power-adjustable pedals | $125 | |
| Proximity key | $250 | |
| Remote start | $150 | |
| Universal garage door opener | $100 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||
| 911 assist | $25 | |
| Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats | $0 | |
| Blind spot warning system | $200 | |
| Brake assist | $50 | |
| Cross-traffic warning, rear | $100 | |
| Obstacle detection, rear | $250 | |
| Rearview camera | $200 | |
| Stability control | $400 | |
| Tire-pressure monitor | $75 | |
| Vehicle health reports | $0 | |
| Cargo Management | ||
| Air-conditioned storage compartment | $50 | |
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | |
| Climate Control | ||
| Dual-zone climate control | $125 | |
| Interior air filter | $0 | |
| Ionizing air filtration | $50 | |
| Rear air vents | $100 | |
| Exterior | ||
| Bodyside moldings | $75 | |
| Laminated front side windows | $200 | |
| Painted brake calipers (optional) | $0 | |
| Panoramic sunroof | $1200 | |
| Sunroof | $900 | |
| Infotainment | ||
| App support | $0 | |
| Aux input | $50 | |
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | $100 | |
| HD radio | $50 | |
| MP3-compatible player | $50 | |
| Navigation system | $600 | |
| SMS text-to-speech reader | $25 | |
| Surround sound | $250 | |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | $200 | |
| Traffic information | $25 | |
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | |
| Voice control for nav and audio | $100 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | $150 | |
| Compass | $0 | |
| Heated mirrors | $25 | |
| Illuminated visor mirror, passenger | $50 | |
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | |
| Speaker lights | $100 | |
| Turn signals on or near mirrors | $25 | |
| Visor mirror, passenger | $10 | |
| Xenon HID headlights | $500 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||
| Center armrest(s), second row | $50 | |
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | $300 | |
| Floor mats | $75 | |
| Heated front seats | $200 | |
| Heated second row seats | $200 | |
| Illuminated door sill trim plates | $200 | |
| Leather seating surfaces | $900 | |
| Leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | |
| Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $50 | |
| Memory system, driver seat | $200 | |
| Partial leather seating sufaces | $450 | |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $100 | |
| Power recliner, driver seat | $100 | |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Wood trim | $300 | |
| Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | |
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||
| Electronic systems calibration selector | $200 | |
| Performance steering system (optional) | $0 | |
| Transmission | ||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | |
| Total Value of Features | $3,085 | $9,975 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $6,890 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | -6,441 |
Specifications Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Kia Optima
| Model Year | 2007 | 2015 |
| Model | Malibu | Optima |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Wheelbase | 106.3 in | 110.0 in |
| Length | 188.3 in | 190.7 in |
| Width | 69.9 in | 72.1 in |
| Height | 57.5 in | 57.9 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,315 lb. | 3,468 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 16.3 gal. | 18.5 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 39.6 in | 40.0 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 56.7 in | 57.3 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 53.2 in | 54.7 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 41.9 in | 45.5 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 37.6 in | 37.6 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 56.1 in | 55.7 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 52.4 in | 54.5 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 38.5 in | 34.7 in |
| Cargo Volume | 15.4 ft3 | 15.4 ft3 |
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