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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: $30,370

Chevrolet Malibu LTZ   
Difference: $180

Lowest Total Invoice: $28,475

Kia Optima SX   
Difference: $243

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20112013
ModelMalibuOptima
TrimLTZSX
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $27,165 $26,800
Base Invoice $25,806 $25,040
Sunroof 850  
3.6L V6 1,595  
Premium Package   2,950
Sunroof 748  
3.6L V6 1,404  
Premium Package   2,635
Options (change) 2,445 2,950
Options (change) 2,152 2,635
Destination 760 800
Total Price $30,370 $30,550
Total Invoice $28,718 $28,475

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Kia Optima

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Kia Optima SX
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $1,785
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $2,075
Model Year20112013
ModelMalibuOptima
TrimLTZSX
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine252hp V6274hp I4
TransmissionT6T6
DrivetrainFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)17/26 MPG22/34 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 8550, 12
Tire (rear if not all the same)225/50-18225/45-18
Total Price$30,370$30,550
Adjustments for Features0-1,965
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$30,370$28,585
Total Invoice$28,718$28,475
Adjustments for Features0-1,832
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$28,718$26,643

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Features Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Kia Optima

Model Year20112013
ModelMalibuOptima
TrimLTZSX
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1100$1100
FWD$0$0
Accessories 
AC power outlet$100 
Proximity key $250
Remote start$150 
Sunshade, rear$125 
Universal garage door opener $100
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
911 assist $25
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats $0
Rearview camera $200
Vehicle health reports $0
Cargo Management 
Air-conditioned storage compartment $50
Cargo mat$40 
Overhead sunglass holder $25
Climate Control 
Dual-zone climate control $125
Interior air filter $0
Rear air vents $100
Exterior 
Body kit $0
Laminated front side windows$200 
Panoramic sunroof $1200
Rear spoiler $200
Sunroof$900 
Infotainment 
App support $0
Bluetooth audio streaming $25
HD radio $50
Media drive, small $5
SMS text-to-speech reader $25
Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation$225 
Voice control for external devices $0
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Power-folding mirrors $50
Speaker lights $100
Trip computer $150
Turn signals on or near mirrors $25
Xenon HID headlights $500
Seats and Interior Trim 
Aluminum trim $100
Center armrest(s), second row $50
Cooled or ventilated front seats $300
Door sill trim plates$100 
Floor mats$75 
Heated second row seats $200
Illuminated door sill trim plates $200
Leather seating surfaces$900 
Memory system, driver seat $200
Metal pedals $75
Partial leather seating sufaces $450
Power height adjuster, passenger seat$100 
Power recliner, passenger seat $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
Total Value of Features$4,115$6,080
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$1,965
Value of Feature Adjustments0-1,832

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

Specifications Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Kia Optima

Model Year20112013
ModelMalibuOptima
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase112.3 in110.0 in
Length191.8 in190.7 in
Width70.3 in72.1 in
Height57.1 in57.3 in
Curb Weight3,645 lb.3,385 lb.
Fuel Capacity16.0 gal.18.5 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.4 in40.0 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room55.9 in57.2 in
Row 1 Hip Room53.0 in54.7 in
Row 1 Legroom42.2 in45.5 in
Row 2 Headroom37.2 in37.6 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room53.9 in55.7 in
Row 2 Hip Room52.1 in54.5 in
Row 2 Legroom37.6 in34.7 in
Cargo Volume15.1 ft315.4 ft3

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

Option Package Details
Kia Optima SX

Premium Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Heated front seats200Yes
Heated second row seats200No
Cooled or ventilated front seats300No
Power recliner, passenger seat100No
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Memory system, driver seat200No
Panoramic sunroof1200No
Power-folding mirrors50No
HD radio50No
Infinity, 550W, 12 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Voice control for external devices0No
SMS text-to-speech reader25No
Vehicle health reports0No
911 assist25No
Bluetooth audio streaming25No
Media drive, small5No
App support0No
Rearview camera200No
Total Requested30010%
Total Not Requested273090%

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