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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: $24,640 Kia Optima EX | ||
| Difference: $6,320 | ||
Lowest Total Invoice: $22,795 Kia Optima EX | ||
| Difference: $6,504 | ||
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| Model Year | 2012 | 2009 |
| Model | Malibu | Optima |
| Trim | LTZ | EX |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Price | $28,600 | $20,690 |
| Base Invoice | $27,027 | $19,255 |
| 3.6L V6 | 1,600 | |
| Premium Package | 1,300 | |
| Convenience Package | 970 | |
| 2.7L V6 | 1,005 | |
| 3.6L V6 | 1,512 | |
| Premium Package | 1,160 | |
| Convenience Package | 865 | |
| 2.7L V6 | 840 | |
| Options (change) | 1,600 | 3,275 |
| Options (change) | 1,512 | 2,865 |
| Destination | 760 | 675 |
| Total Price | $30,960 | $24,640 |
| Total Invoice | $29,299 | $22,795 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Kia Optima
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Kia Optima EX | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $5,905 | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $6,111 | ||
| Model Year | 2012 | 2009 |
| Model | Malibu | Optima |
| Trim | LTZ | EX |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | 252hp V6 | 194hp V6 |
| Transmission | T6 | T5 |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | 17/26 MPG | 20/28 MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | ?, 8 | 360, 7 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 225/50-18 | 215/50-17 |
| Total Price | $30,960 | $24,640 |
| Adjustments for Features | -415 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $30,545 | $24,640 |
| Total Invoice | $29,299 | $22,795 |
| Adjustments for Features | -393 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $28,906 | $22,795 |
Features Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Kia Optima
| Model Year | 2012 | 2009 |
| Model | Malibu | Optima |
| Trim | LTZ | EX |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr 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 | |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation | $225 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||
| Interior ambient lighting | $150 | |
| Trip computer | $150 | |
| Turn signals on or near mirrors | $25 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||
| 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 | $2,490 | $2,075 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $415 | $0 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -393 | 0 |
Specifications Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Kia Optima
| Model Year | 2012 | 2009 |
| Model | Malibu | Optima |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Wheelbase | 112.3 in | 107.1 in |
| Length | 191.8 in | 189.0 in |
| Width | 70.3 in | 71.1 in |
| Height | 57.1 in | 58.3 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,645 lb. | 3,294 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 16.0 gal. | 16.4 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 39.4 in | 39.8 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 55.9 in | 57.1 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 53.0 in | 54.5 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 42.2 in | 43.7 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 37.2 in | 38.0 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 53.9 in | 56.3 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 52.1 in | 54.7 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 37.6 in | 37.8 in |
| Cargo Volume | 15.1 ft3 | 15.0 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Kia Optima EX
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Sunroof | 900 | Yes |
| CD changer, in-dash | 200 | No |
| Infinity, 360W, 7 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Total Requested | 900 | 62% |
| Total Not Requested | 550 | 38% |
| Convenience Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| 215/50VR17 tires | 400 | No |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Sunshade, rear | 125 | No |
| Power-adjustable pedals | 125 | No |
| Total Requested | 300 | 29% |
| Total Not Requested | 750 | 71% |
| 2.7L V6 DOHC-4v 194 hp@6000 184 lb-ft@4500 | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| 2.7L V6 DOHC-4v 194 hp@6000 184 lb-ft@4500 | 1000 | Yes |
| Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) | 25 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1025 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
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