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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: $30,470 Chevrolet Malibu LTZ | |||
| Difference: $4,040 | |||
Lowest Total Invoice: $28,806 Chevrolet Malibu LTZ | |||
| Difference: $3,263 | |||
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| Model Year | 2011 | 2017 | 2017 |
| Model | Malibu | Optima | Optima |
| Trim | LTZ | SX | SX Limited |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Price | $27,165 | $26,855 | $36,090 |
| Base Invoice | $25,806 | $25,023 | $33,481 |
| 3.6L V6 | 1,595 | ||
| Temporary spare tire | 100 | ||
| Sunroof | 850 | ||
| Launch Edition | 2,900 | ||
| SX Base Package | 3,085 | ||
| Universal garage door opener | 350 | ||
| Remote start | 425 | 425 | |
| 3.6L V6 | 1,404 | ||
| Temporary spare tire | 88 | ||
| Sunroof | 748 | ||
| Launch Edition | 2,665 | ||
| SX Base Package | 2,842 | ||
| Universal garage door opener | 291 | ||
| Remote start | 353 | 353 | |
| Options (change) | 2,545 | 6,760 | 425 |
| Options (change) | 2,240 | 6,151 | 353 |
| Destination | 760 | 895 | 895 |
| Total Price | $30,470 | $34,510 | $37,410 |
| Total Invoice | $28,806 | $32,069 | $34,729 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Kia Optima
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Kia Optima SX | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $1,410 | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $1,802 | |||
| Model Year | 2011 | 2017 | 2017 |
| Model | Malibu | Optima | Optima |
| Trim | LTZ | SX | SX Limited |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | 252hp V6 | 245hp I4 | 245hp I4 |
| Transmission | T6 | T6 | T6 |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | FWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | 17/26 MPG | 22/31 MPG | 22/31 MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | ?, 8 | 630, 10 | 630, 10 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 225/50-18 | 235/45-18 | 235/45-18 |
| Total Price | $30,470 | $34,510 | $37,410 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -5,450 | -8,125 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $30,470 | $29,060 | $29,285 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $0 | $225 |
| Total Invoice | $28,806 | $32,069 | $34,729 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -5,065 | -7,543 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $28,806 | $27,004 | $27,186 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $0 | $182 |
Features Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Kia Optima
| Model Year | 2011 | 2017 | 2017 |
| Model | Malibu | Optima | Optima |
| Trim | LTZ | SX | SX Limited |
| 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 | ||
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | $850 | ||
| Cruise control | $150 | $150 | |
| Heated steering wheel | $100 | $100 | |
| Proximity key | $250 | $250 | |
| Proximity trunk or liftgate opener | $125 | $125 | |
| Sunshade, rear | $125 | ||
| Sunshades, second row | $125 | $125 | |
| Universal garage door opener | $100 | ||
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | |||
| 911 assist | $25 | $25 | |
| Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats | $0 | $0 | |
| Around view cameras | $500 | ||
| Automatic braking, high-speed or partial | $200 | ||
| Automatic braking, low-speed | $200 | ||
| Blind spot warning system | $200 | $200 | |
| Cross-traffic warning, rear | $100 | $100 | |
| Forward collision warning | $200 | ||
| Knee airbag, driver | $75 | $75 | |
| Lane departure warning | $200 | ||
| Obstacle detection, rear | $250 | $250 | |
| Rearview camera | $200 | ||
| Rollover sensor | $50 | $50 | |
| Vehicle health reports | $0 | $0 | |
| Cargo Management | |||
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | $25 | |
| Climate Control | |||
| Dual-zone climate control | $125 | $125 | |
| Interior air filter | $0 | $0 | |
| Rear air vents | $100 | $100 | |
| Exterior | |||
| Painted brake calipers (optional) | $0 | $0 | |
| Panoramic sunroof | $1200 | $1200 | |
| Rear spoiler | $200 | $200 | |
| Sunroof | $900 | ||
| Infotainment | |||
| Android Auto support | $100 | $100 | |
| App support | $0 | $0 | |
| Apple CarPlay support | $100 | $100 | |
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | $25 | |
| CD player | $125 | ||
| HD radio | $50 | $50 | |
| MP3-compatible player | $50 | ||
| Navigation system | $600 | $600 | |
| SMS text-to-speech reader | $25 | $25 | |
| Surround sound | $250 | $250 | |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation | $225 | ||
| Traffic information | $25 | $25 | |
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | $0 | |
| Voice control for nav and audio | $100 | $100 | |
| Wireless charging station | $75 | ||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | |||
| Approach detection | $25 | $25 | |
| Auto-dimming headlights | $200 | ||
| Compass | $0 | $0 | |
| Fog lights | $125 | ||
| LED headlights | $1000 | $1000 | |
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | $50 | |
| Steering-linked headlights | $150 | $150 | |
| Trip computer | $150 | $150 | |
| Turn signals on or near mirrors | $25 | $25 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | |||
| Center armrest(s), second row | $50 | $50 | |
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | $300 | $300 | |
| Heated second row seats | $200 | ||
| Interior trim, special color | $0 | ||
| Memory system, driver seat | $200 | $200 | |
| Metal pedals | $75 | $75 | |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $150 | $150 | |
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $100 | ||
| Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | |
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | |||
| Alloy wheels | $350 | ||
| Chrome-plated alloy wheels | $850 | ||
| Electronic systems calibration selector | $200 | $200 | |
| Machined alloy wheels | $350 | ||
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | $0 | |
| Transmission | |||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | $100 | |
| Total Value of Features | $3,350 | $8,800 | $11,475 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $5,450 | $8,125 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | -5,065 | -7,543 |
Specifications Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Kia Optima
| Model Year | 2011 | 2017 |
| Model | Malibu | Optima |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Wheelbase | 112.3 in | 110.4 in |
| Length | 191.8 in | 191.1 in |
| Width | 70.3 in | 73.2 in |
| Height | 57.1 in | 57.7 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,645 lb. | 3,494 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 16.0 gal. | 18.5 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 39.4 in | 39.8 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 55.9 in | 58.1 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 53.0 in | 56.0 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 42.2 in | 45.5 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 37.2 in | 37.8 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 53.9 in | 56.4 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 52.1 in | 56.0 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 37.6 in | 35.6 in |
| Cargo Volume | 15.1 ft3 | 15.9 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Kia Optima SX
| Universal garage door opener | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | No |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Compass | 0 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 150 | 60% |
| Total Not Requested | 100 | 40% |
| Launch Edition | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Surround sound | 250 | No |
| Dark-colored headliner (optional) | 0 | No |
| Interior trim, special color | 0 | No |
| Harman/Kardon, 630W, 10 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | 300 | No |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | Yes |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Panoramic sunroof | 1200 | No |
| Interior ambient lighting | 150 | Yes |
| Rear reading lights | 0 | No |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | No |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | No |
| Rear cross-traffic detection | 100 | No |
| Total Requested | 400 | 12% |
| Total Not Requested | 2850 | 88% |
| SX Base Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Steering-linked headlights | 150 | No |
| Door sill trim plates | 100 | Yes |
| LED headlights | 1000 | No |
| Navigation system | 600 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | No |
| Traffic information | 25 | No |
| HD radio | 50 | No |
| Proximity key | 250 | No |
| Perimeter approach lighting | 25 | No |
| Approach detection | 25 | No |
| Proximity trunk or liftgate opener | 125 | No |
| Total Requested | 250 | 10% |
| Total Not Requested | 2350 | 90% |
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