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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.

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Chevrolet Malibu vs. Kia Optima Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $29,360

Chevrolet Malibu LTZ   
Difference: $2,440

Lowest Total Invoice: $27,787

Chevrolet Malibu LTZ   
Difference: $1,763

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20122012
ModelMalibuOptima
TrimLTZHybrid
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $28,600 $25,700
Base Invoice $27,027 $24,020
Premium Technology Package   5,350
Premium Technology Package   4,780
Options (change) 0 5,350
Options (change) 0 4,780
Destination 760 750
Total Price $29,360 $31,800
Total Invoice $27,787 $29,550

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Kia Optima

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Kia Optima Hybrid
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $370
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $848
Model Year20122012
ModelMalibuOptima
TrimLTZHybrid
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine169hp I4166hp I4 H
TransmissionT6T6
DrivetrainFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)26/38 MPG34/39 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 8550, 12
Tire (rear if not all the same)225/50-18215/55-17
Total Price$29,360$31,800
Adjustments for Features0-2,810
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$29,360$28,990
Total Invoice$27,787$29,550
Adjustments for Features0-2,611
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$27,787$26,939

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Features Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Kia Optima

Model Year20122012
ModelMalibuOptima
TrimLTZHybrid
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1100$1100
FWD$0$0
Accessories 
AC power outlet$100 
Heated steering wheel $100
Proximity key $250
Remote start$150 
Universal garage door opener $100
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats $0
Rearview camera $200
Temporary spare tire$150 
Cargo Management 
Air-conditioned storage compartment $50
Cargo mat$40 
Overhead sunglass holder $25
Rear seat pass-through $100
Climate Control 
Dual-zone climate control $125
Interior air filter $0
Rear air vents $100
Engine / Motor 
Automatic start / stop $150
Exterior 
Body kit $0
Bodyside moldings$75 
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)$25 
Laminated front side windows$200 
Panoramic sunroof $1200
Rear spoiler $200
Sunroof$900 
Infotainment 
Bluetooth audio streaming $25
HD radio $50
Navigation system $600
Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation$225 
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Detailed driving style feedback $100
Large energy flow and fuel economy display $25
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 
Center armrest(s), second row $50
Cooled or ventilated front seats $300
Door sill trim plates$100 
Folding second row seats$300 
Heated second row seats $200
Illuminated door sill trim plates $200
Memory system, driver seat $200
Power height adjuster, passenger seat$100 
Power recliner, passenger seat $100
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat$100 
Total Value of Features$3,565$6,375
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$2,810
Value of Feature Adjustments0-2,611

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

Specifications Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Kia Optima

Model Year20122012
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 Weight3,620 lb.3,490 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 Hybrid

Premium Technology Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600No
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Universal garage door opener100No
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Xenon HID headlights500No
Heated steering wheel100No
Compass0Yes
215/55HR17 tires400No
Interior ambient lighting150Yes
Illuminated door sill trim plates200No
Infinity, 550W, 12 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
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
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power height adjuster, driver seat50Yes
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power recliner, driver seat100Yes
Rearview camera200No
Voice control for external devices0No
SMS text-to-speech reader25No
Bluetooth audio streaming25No
Media drive, small5No
Total Requested185029%
Total Not Requested460571%

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