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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: $24,925

Kia Optima EX   
Difference: $6,035

Lowest Total Invoice: $23,015

Kia Optima EX   
Difference: $6,284

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20122008
ModelMalibuOptima
TrimLTZEX
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $28,600 $19,895
Base Invoice $27,027 $18,510
3.6L V6 1,600  
Stability control   650
2.7L V6   1,005
Convenience Package   700
Appearance Package   700
Premium Package   1,300
3.6L V6 1,512  
Stability control   580
2.7L V6   840
Convenience Package   625
Appearance Package   625
Premium Package   1,160
Options (change) 1,600 4,355
Options (change) 1,512 3,830
Destination 760 675
Total Price $30,960 $24,925
Total Invoice $29,299 $23,015

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Kia Optima

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Kia Optima EX
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $5,495
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $5,773
Model Year20122008
ModelMalibuOptima
TrimLTZEX
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine252hp V6185hp V6
TransmissionT6T5
DrivetrainFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)17/26 MPG20/28 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 8360, 7
Tire (rear if not all the same)225/50-18215/50-17
Total Price$30,960$24,925
Adjustments for Features-5400
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$30,420$24,925
Total Invoice$29,299$23,015
Adjustments for Features-5110
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$28,788$23,015

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Features Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Kia Optima

Model Year20122008
ModelMalibuOptima
TrimLTZEX
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1100 
5-speed manually-shiftable automatic $1000
FWD$0$0
Accessories 
AC power outlet$100 
Power-adjustable pedals $125
Remote start$150 
Sunshade, rear $125
Universal garage door opener $100
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats $0
Cargo Management 
Cargo mat$40 
Overhead sunglass holder $25
Climate Control 
Interior air filter $0
Exterior 
Laminated front side windows$200 
Infotainment 
Bluetooth cell phone link$100 
CD changer, in-dash $325
CD player$125 
Satellite radio$200 
Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation$225 
USB port$25 
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Compass$0 
Interior ambient lighting$150 
Trip computer $150
Turn signals on or near mirrors $25
Seats and Interior Trim 
Aluminum trim $100
Center armrest(s), second row $50
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat $50
Power height adjuster, passenger seat$100 
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat$100 
Power recliner, passenger seat $100
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat$100 
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Performance steering system (optional)$0 
Total Value of Features$2,715$2,175
Value of Feature Adjustments$540$0
Value of Feature Adjustments-5110

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

Specifications Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Kia Optima

Model Year20122008
ModelMalibuOptima
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase112.3 in107.1 in
Length191.8 in186.4 in
Width70.3 in71.1 in
Height57.1 in58.3 in
Curb Weight3,645 lb.3,287 lb.
Fuel Capacity16.0 gal.17.0 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.4 in39.8 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room55.9 in57.1 in
Row 1 Hip Room53.0 in54.5 in
Row 1 Legroom42.2 in43.7 in
Row 2 Headroom37.2 in38.0 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room53.9 in56.3 in
Row 2 Hip Room52.1 in54.7 in
Row 2 Legroom37.6 in37.8 in
Cargo Volume15.1 ft314.8 ft3

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

Option Package Details
Kia Optima EX

Stability control
FeatureValueRequested?
Stability control400Yes
Antilock brakes (ABS)400Yes
Traction control100Yes
Brake assist50Yes
Total Requested950100%
Total Not Requested00%
2.7L V6
DOHC-4v
185 hp@6000
183 lb-ft@4000
FeatureValueRequested?
2.7L V6
DOHC-4v
185 hp@6000
183 lb-ft@4000		1000Yes
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)25Yes
Total Requested1025100%
Total Not Requested00%
Convenience Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Heated front seats200Yes
Power recliner, passenger seat100No
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Sunshade, rear125No
Power-adjustable pedals125No
Total Requested30046%
Total Not Requested35054%
Appearance Package
FeatureValueRequested?
215/50VR17 tires400No
Upgraded instruments0No
Aluminum trim100No
Special exterior trim0No
Total Requested00%
Total Not Requested500100%
Premium Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Sunroof900Yes
CD changer, in-dash200No
MP3-compatible player50Yes
Infinity, 360W, 7 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Total Requested95063%
Total Not Requested55037%

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