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Chevrolet Malibu vs. Kia Optima Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Models in short supply often sell at or even above these prices.

Chevrolet Malibu vs. Kia Optima Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $25,450

Chevrolet Malibu LTZ   
Difference: $6,770

Lowest Total Invoice: $23,957

Chevrolet Malibu LTZ   
Difference: $6,004

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20072018
ModelMalibuOptima
TrimLTZSX
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $23,675 $30,500
Base Invoice $22,373 $28,380
Satellite radio 325  
Sunroof 800  
Universal garage door opener   350
Cargo net   50
Remote start   425
Satellite radio 270  
Sunroof 664  
Universal garage door opener   291
Cargo net   42
Remote start   353
Options (change) 1,125 825
Options (change) 934 686
Destination 650 895
Total Price $25,450 $32,220
Total Invoice $23,957 $29,961

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Kia Optima

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Chevrolet Malibu LTZ
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $1,430
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $1,038
Model Year20072018
ModelMalibuOptima
TrimLTZSX
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine217hp V6245hp I4
TransmissionT4T6
DrivetrainFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)22/32 MPG22/31 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 6?, 6
Tire (rear if not all the same)225/50-17235/45-18
Total Price$25,450$32,220
Adjustments for Features0-5,340
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$25,450$26,880
Total Invoice$23,957$29,961
Adjustments for Features0-4,966
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$23,957$24,995

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Features Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Kia Optima

Model Year20072018
ModelMalibuOptima
TrimLTZSX
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
4-speed manually-shiftable automatic$900 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic $1100
FWD$0$0
Accessories 
Power-adjustable pedals$125 
Proximity key $250
Proximity trunk or liftgate opener $125
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
Knee airbag, driver $75
Obstacle detection, rear $250
Rearview camera $200
Rollover sensor $50
Stability control $400
Tire-pressure monitor $75
Vehicle health reports $0
Cargo Management 
Cargo mat $40
Overhead sunglass holder $25
Climate Control 
Dual-zone climate control $125
Interior air filter $0
Rear air vents $100
Exterior 
Black exterior trim (optional) $0
Bodyside moldings$75 
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) $25
Laminated front side windows $200
Painted brake calipers (optional) $0
Panoramic sunroof $1200
Sunroof$900 
Infotainment 
Android Auto support $100
App support $0
Apple CarPlay support $100
Aux input $50
Bluetooth audio streaming $25
Bluetooth cell phone link $100
CD player$125 
SMS text-to-speech reader $25
Telematics service, such as OnStar$200 
Voice control for external devices $0
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Approach detection $25
LED headlights $1000
Power-folding mirrors $50
Steering-linked headlights $150
Turn signals on or near mirrors $25
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row $50
Cooled or ventilated front seats $300
Folding passenger seat$150 
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat$50 
Memory system, driver seat $200
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat $150
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat $100
Power height adjuster, passenger seat $100
Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat $100
Power recliner, driver seat $100
Power recliner, passenger seat $100
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat $100
Synthetic suede inserts in leather seating surfaces$0 
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Electronic systems calibration selector $200
Machined alloy wheels $350
Performance steering system (optional) $0
Polished alloy wheels$350 
Sport suspension (upgrade) $0
Transmission 
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls $100
Total Value of Features$2,875$8,215
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$5,340
Value of Feature Adjustments0-4,966

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Specifications Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Kia Optima

Model Year20072018
ModelMalibuOptima
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase106.3 in110.4 in
Length188.3 in191.1 in
Width69.9 in73.2 in
Height57.5 in57.7 in
Curb Weight3,297 lb.3,494 lb.
Fuel Capacity16.3 gal.18.5 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.6 in39.8 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room56.7 in58.1 in
Row 1 Hip Room53.2 in56.0 in
Row 1 Legroom41.9 in45.5 in
Row 2 Headroom37.6 in37.8 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room56.1 in56.4 in
Row 2 Hip Room52.4 in56.0 in
Row 2 Legroom38.5 in35.6 in
Cargo Volume15.4 ft315.9 ft3

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Option Package Details
Kia Optima SX

Universal garage door opener
FeatureValueRequested?
Universal garage door opener100Yes
Compass0Yes
Total Requested100100%
Total Not Requested00%

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