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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: $28,800 Kia Optima EX Turbo | |||
| Difference: $1,420 | |||
Lowest Total Invoice: $26,840 Kia Optima EX Turbo | |||
| Difference: $1,727 | |||
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| Model Year | 2010 | 2012 | 2012 |
| Model | Malibu | Optima | Optima |
| Trim | LTZ | EX Turbo | SX |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Price | $26,955 | $25,100 | $26,500 |
| Base Invoice | $25,607 | $23,455 | $24,760 |
| Temporary spare tire | 100 | ||
| Sunroof | 850 | ||
| 3.6L V6 | 1,595 | ||
| Premium Package | 2,950 | 2,950 | |
| Temporary spare tire | 88 | ||
| Sunroof | 748 | ||
| 3.6L V6 | 1,404 | ||
| Premium Package | 2,635 | 2,635 | |
| Options (change) | 2,545 | 2,950 | 2,950 |
| Options (change) | 2,240 | 2,635 | 2,635 |
| Destination | 720 | 750 | 750 |
| Total Price | $30,220 | $28,800 | $30,200 |
| Total Invoice | $28,567 | $26,840 | $28,145 |
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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: $2,385 | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $2,626 | |||
| Model Year | 2010 | 2012 | 2012 |
| Model | Malibu | Optima | Optima |
| Trim | LTZ | EX Turbo | SX |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | 252hp V6 | 274hp I4 | 274hp I4 |
| Transmission | T6 | T6 | T6 |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | FWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | 17/26 MPG | 22/34 MPG | 22/34 MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | ?, 8 | 550, 12 | 550, 12 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 225/50-18 | 215/55-17 | 225/45-18 |
| Total Price | $30,220 | $28,800 | $30,200 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -965 | -1,590 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $30,220 | $27,835 | $28,610 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $0 | $775 |
| Total Invoice | $28,567 | $26,840 | $28,145 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -899 | -1,482 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $28,567 | $25,941 | $26,663 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $0 | $722 |
Features Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Kia Optima
| Model Year | 2010 | 2012 | 2012 |
| Model | Malibu | Optima | Optima |
| Trim | LTZ | EX Turbo | SX |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | |||
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | $1100 | $1100 |
| FWD | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Accessories | |||
| AC power outlet | $100 | ||
| Heated steering wheel | $100 | ||
| Proximity key | $250 | $250 | |
| Remote start | $150 | ||
| Sunshade, rear | $125 | ||
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | |||
| Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats | $0 | $0 | |
| Rearview camera | $200 | $200 | |
| Temporary spare tire | $150 | $150 | |
| Cargo Management | |||
| Air-conditioned storage compartment | $50 | $50 | |
| Cargo mat | $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 | ||
| Laminated front side windows | $200 | ||
| Panoramic sunroof | $1200 | $1200 | |
| Rear spoiler | $200 | ||
| Sunroof | $900 | ||
| Infotainment | |||
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | $25 | |
| HD radio | $50 | $50 | |
| Media drive, small | $5 | $5 | |
| SMS text-to-speech reader | $25 | $25 | |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation | $225 | ||
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | $0 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | |||
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | $75 | ||
| Interior ambient lighting | $150 | $150 | |
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | $50 | |
| Speaker lights | $100 | $100 | |
| Trip computer | $150 | $150 | |
| Turn signals on or near mirrors | $25 | $25 | |
| Xenon HID headlights | $500 | ||
| Seats and Interior Trim | |||
| Aluminum trim | $100 | ||
| Center armrest(s), second row | $50 | $50 | |
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | $300 | $300 | |
| Door sill trim plates | $100 | ||
| Heated second row seats | $200 | $200 | |
| Illuminated door sill trim plates | $200 | ||
| Leather seating surfaces | $900 | $900 | |
| Memory system, driver seat | $200 | $200 | |
| Metal pedals | $75 | ||
| Partial leather seating sufaces | $450 | ||
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | ||
| Power recliner, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | ||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | |||
| Performance steering system (optional) | $0 | ||
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | ||
| Transmission | |||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | $100 | |
| Total Value of Features | $4,515 | $5,480 | $6,105 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $965 | $1,590 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | -899 | -1,482 |
Specifications Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Kia Optima
| Model Year | 2010 | 2012 |
| Model | Malibu | Optima |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Wheelbase | 112.3 in | 110.0 in |
| Length | 191.8 in | 190.7 in |
| Width | 70.3 in | 72.1 in |
| Height | 57.1 in | 57.3 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,680 lb. | 3,385 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 16.0 gal. | 18.5 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 39.4 in | 40.0 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 55.9 in | 57.2 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 53.0 in | 54.7 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 42.2 in | 45.5 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 37.2 in | 37.6 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 53.9 in | 55.7 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 52.1 in | 54.5 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 37.6 in | 34.7 in |
| Cargo Volume | 15.1 ft3 | 15.4 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Kia Optima EX Turbo
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Heated steering wheel | 100 | No |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Heated second row seats | 200 | No |
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | 300 | No |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | No |
| Panoramic sunroof | 1200 | No |
| Power-folding mirrors | 50 | No |
| HD radio | 50 | No |
| Infinity, 550W, 12 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Rearview camera | 200 | No |
| Voice control for external devices | 0 | No |
| SMS text-to-speech reader | 25 | No |
| Bluetooth audio streaming | 25 | No |
| Media drive, small | 5 | No |
| Total Requested | 300 | 10% |
| Total Not Requested | 2805 | 90% |
Option Package Details
Kia Optima SX
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Heated second row seats | 200 | No |
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | 300 | No |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | No |
| Panoramic sunroof | 1200 | No |
| Power-folding mirrors | 50 | No |
| HD radio | 50 | No |
| Infinity, 550W, 12 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Rearview camera | 200 | No |
| Voice control for external devices | 0 | No |
| SMS text-to-speech reader | 25 | No |
| Bluetooth audio streaming | 25 | No |
| Media drive, small | 5 | No |
| Total Requested | 300 | 10% |
| Total Not Requested | 2705 | 90% |
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