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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: $30,525

Chevrolet Malibu Eco   
Difference: $3,820

Lowest Total Invoice: $28,954

Chevrolet Malibu Eco   
Difference: $2,953

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20132014
ModelMalibuOptima
TrimEcoHybrid EX
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $24,985 $31,995
Base Invoice $23,860 $29,670
Premium Audio Package 1,610  
Navigation system 1,120  
Leather Package 1,000  
Sunroof 1,000  
Cargo net   50
Panoramic sunroof   1,500
Premium Audio Package 1,538  
Navigation system 986  
Leather Package 880  
Sunroof 880  
Cargo net   42
Panoramic sunroof   1,395
Options (change) 4,730 1,550
Options (change) 4,284 1,437
Destination 810 800
Total Price $30,525 $34,345
Total Invoice $28,954 $31,907

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Kia Optima

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Chevrolet Malibu Eco
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $2,570
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $1,792
Model Year20132014
ModelMalibuOptima
TrimEcoHybrid EX
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine182hp I4 H159hp I4 H
TransmissionT6T6
DrivetrainFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)25/37 MPG36/40 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 9550, 12
Tire (rear if not all the same)225/55-17215/55-17
Total Price$30,525$34,345
Adjustments for Features0-1,250
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$30,525$33,095
Total Invoice$28,954$31,907
Adjustments for Features0-1,161
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$28,954$30,746

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Features Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Kia Optima

Model Year20132014
ModelMalibuOptima
TrimEcoHybrid EX
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1100$1100
FWD$0$0
Accessories 
Heated steering wheel $100
Proximity key $250
Remote start$150 
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
911 assist $25
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats $0
Knee airbag, driver$75 
Knee airbag, passenger$75 
Rear side airbags$300 
Rollover sensor$50 
Vehicle health reports $0
Cargo Management 
Air-conditioned storage compartment $50
Rear seat pass-through $100
Climate Control 
Ionizing air filtration $50
Rear air vents $100
Exterior 
Active grille shutters$0 
Body kit $0
Bodyside moldings$75 
Panoramic sunroof $1200
Rear spoiler $200
Sunroof$900 
Infotainment 
HD radio $50
SMS text-to-speech reader $25
Surround sound $250
Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation$225 
Traffic information $25
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Detailed driving style feedback $100
Mirror tilt-down in reverse$25 
Power-folding mirrors $50
Speaker lights $100
Turn signals on or near mirrors $25
Xenon HID headlights $500
Seats and Interior Trim 
Cooled or ventilated front seats $300
Floor mats$75 
Folding second row seats$300 
Heated second row seats $200
Illuminated door sill trim plates $200
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat$150 
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat$150 
Power height adjuster, passenger seat$100 
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat $100
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat$100 
Total Value of Features$3,850$5,100
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$1,250
Value of Feature Adjustments0-1,161

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

Specifications Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Kia Optima

Model Year20132014
ModelMalibuOptima
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase107.8 in110.0 in
Length191.5 in190.7 in
Width73.0 in72.1 in
Height57.6 in57.9 in
Curb Weight3,589 lb.3,510 lb.
Fuel Capacity18.5 gal.18.5 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.0 in40.0 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room57.5 in57.3 in
Row 1 Hip Room55.0 in54.7 in
Row 1 Legroom42.1 in45.5 in
Row 2 Headroom37.5 in37.6 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room57.1 in55.7 in
Row 2 Hip Room54.3 in54.5 in
Row 2 Legroom36.8 in34.7 in
Cargo Volume16.3 ft315.4 ft3

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

Option Package Details
Chevrolet Malibu Eco

Premium Audio Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Fog lights125Yes
Leather-wrapped steering wheel150Yes
Pioneer, 9 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Bodyside moldings75No
Mirror tilt-down in reverse25No
Universal garage door opener100Yes
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Rearview camera200Yes
Cargo net40Yes
225/55HR17 tires400No
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power recliner, driver seat100Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat150No
Remote start150No
Total Requested106548%
Total Not Requested115052%
Leather Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Heated front seats200Yes
Power recliner, passenger seat100Yes
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat150No
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat100No
Total Requested130084%
Total Not Requested25016%

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