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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: $29,360

Chevrolet Malibu LTZ   
Difference: $2,970

Lowest Total Invoice: $27,787

Chevrolet Malibu LTZ   
Difference: $2,229

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20122017
ModelMalibuOptima
TrimLTZHybrid EX
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $28,600 $30,990
Base Invoice $27,027 $28,752
Universal garage door opener   350
Cargo mat   95
Universal garage door opener   291
Cargo mat   78
Options (change) 0 445
Options (change) 0 369
Destination 760 895
Total Price $29,360 $32,330
Total Invoice $27,787 $30,016

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Kia Optima

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Chevrolet Malibu LTZ
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $2,145
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $1,463
Model Year20122017
ModelMalibuOptima
TrimLTZHybrid EX
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine169hp I4154hp I4 H
TransmissionT6T6
DrivetrainFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)26/38 MPG39/46 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 8630, 10
Tire (rear if not all the same)225/50-18215/55-17
Total Price$29,360$32,330
Adjustments for Features0-825
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$29,360$31,505
Total Invoice$27,787$30,016
Adjustments for Features0-766
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$27,787$29,250

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Features Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Kia Optima

Model Year20122017
ModelMalibuOptima
TrimLTZHybrid EX
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
Proximity trunk or liftgate opener $125
Remote start$150 
Universal garage door opener $100
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
911 assist $25
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats $0
Knee airbag, driver $75
Rearview camera $200
Rollover sensor $50
Temporary spare tire$150 
Vehicle health reports $0
Cargo Management 
Overhead sunglass holder $25
Climate Control 
Dual-zone climate control $125
Interior air filter $0
Rear air vents $100
Engine / Motor 
Automatic start / stop $150
Exterior 
Active grille shutters $0
Body kit $0
Bodyside moldings$75 
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)$25 
Sunroof$900 
Infotainment 
Android Auto support $100
App support $0
Apple CarPlay support $100
Bluetooth audio streaming $25
CD player$125 
HD radio $50
MP3-compatible player$50 
Navigation system $600
SMS text-to-speech reader $25
Surround sound $250
Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation$225 
Traffic information $25
Voice control for external devices $0
Voice control for nav and audio $100
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Detailed driving style feedback $100
Fog lights$125 
Interior ambient lighting$150 
Large energy flow and fuel economy display $25
Power-folding mirrors $50
Trip computer $150
Turn signals on or near mirrors $25
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row $50
Door sill trim plates$100 
Manual height adjuster, passenger seat $50
Memory system, driver seat $200
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat $150
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat$100 
Power height adjuster, passenger seat$100 
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat$100 
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat$100 
Total Value of Features$3,675$4,500
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$825
Value of Feature Adjustments0-766

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Specifications Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Kia Optima

Model Year20122017
ModelMalibuOptima
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase112.3 in110.4 in
Length191.8 in191.1 in
Width70.3 in73.2 in
Height57.1 in57.7 in
Curb Weight3,620 lb.3,486 lb.
Fuel Capacity16.0 gal.18.5 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.4 in39.8 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room55.9 in58.1 in
Row 1 Hip Room53.0 in56.0 in
Row 1 Legroom42.2 in45.5 in
Row 2 Headroom37.2 in37.8 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room53.9 in56.4 in
Row 2 Hip Room52.1 in56.0 in
Row 2 Legroom37.6 in35.6 in
Cargo Volume15.1 ft315.9 ft3

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Option Package Details
Kia Optima Hybrid EX

Universal garage door opener
FeatureValueRequested?
Universal garage door opener100No
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Compass0Yes
Total Requested15060%
Total Not Requested10040%

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