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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: $31,950 Kia Optima SX | ||
| Difference: $3,440 | ||
Lowest Total Invoice: $29,725 Kia Optima SX | ||
| Difference: $3,498 | ||
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| Model Year | 2015 | 2013 |
| Model | Malibu | Optima |
| Trim | LTZ | SX |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Price | $28,320 | $26,800 |
| Base Invoice | $26,762 | $25,040 |
| Premium Package | 1,000 | 2,950 |
| Advanced Safety Package | 890 | |
| Electronics and Entertainment Package | 1,300 | |
| Navigation system | 495 | 1,400 |
| 2.0L I4 | 2,160 | |
| Rear spoiler | 400 | |
| Premium Package | 880 | 2,635 |
| Advanced Safety Package | 783 | |
| Electronics and Entertainment Package | 1,144 | |
| Navigation system | 436 | 1,250 |
| 2.0L I4 | 2,041 | |
| Rear spoiler | 352 | |
| Options (change) | 6,245 | 4,350 |
| Options (change) | 5,636 | 3,885 |
| Destination | 825 | 800 |
| Total Price | $35,390 | $31,950 |
| Total Invoice | $33,223 | $29,725 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Kia Optima
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Kia Optima SX | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $1,900 | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $2,052 | ||
| Model Year | 2015 | 2013 |
| Model | Malibu | Optima |
| Trim | LTZ | SX |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | 259hp I4 | 274hp I4 |
| Transmission | T6 | T6 |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | 21/30 MPG | 22/34 MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | ?, 9 | 550, 12 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 245/40-19 | 225/45-18 |
| Total Price | $35,390 | $31,950 |
| Adjustments for Features | -1,540 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $33,850 | $31,950 |
| Total Invoice | $33,223 | $29,725 |
| Adjustments for Features | -1,446 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $31,777 | $29,725 |
Features Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Kia Optima
| Model Year | 2015 | 2013 |
| Model | Malibu | Optima |
| Trim | LTZ | SX |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | $1100 |
| FWD | $0 | $0 |
| Accessories | ||
| AC power outlet | $100 | |
| Remote app | $25 | |
| Remote start | $150 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||
| 911 assist | $25 | |
| Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats | $0 | |
| Blind spot warning system | $200 | |
| Cross-traffic warning, rear | $100 | |
| Forward collision warning | $200 | |
| Knee airbag, driver | $75 | |
| Knee airbag, passenger | $75 | |
| Lane departure warning | $200 | |
| Rear side airbags | $300 | |
| Rollover sensor | $50 | |
| Temporary spare tire | $150 | |
| Cargo Management | ||
| Air-conditioned storage compartment | $50 | |
| Cargo net | $40 | |
| Climate Control | ||
| Rear air vents | $100 | |
| Exterior | ||
| Body kit | $0 | |
| Laminated front side windows | $200 | |
| Panoramic sunroof | $1200 | |
| Sunroof | $900 | |
| Infotainment | ||
| 4G LTE connectivity | $0 | |
| HD radio | $50 | |
| Siri Eyes Free support | $0 | |
| SMS text-to-speech reader | $25 | |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation | $225 | |
| Traffic information | $25 | |
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | |
| Wi-Fi hotspot | $50 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | $25 | |
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | |
| Speaker lights | $100 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||
| Aluminum trim | $100 | |
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | $300 | |
| Door sill trim plates | $100 | |
| Floor mats | $75 | |
| Heated second row seats | $200 | |
| Illuminated door sill trim plates | $200 | |
| Leather seating surfaces | $900 | |
| Metal pedals | $75 | |
| Partial leather seating sufaces | $450 | |
| 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 | |
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | |
| Transmission | ||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | |
| Total Value of Features | $5,765 | $4,225 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $1,540 | $0 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -1,446 | 0 |
Specifications Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Kia Optima
| Model Year | 2015 | 2013 |
| Model | Malibu | Optima |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Wheelbase | 107.8 in | 110.0 in |
| Length | 191.5 in | 190.7 in |
| Width | 73.0 in | 72.1 in |
| Height | 57.6 in | 57.3 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,635 lb. | 3,385 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 18.5 gal. | 18.5 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 39.0 in | 40.0 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 57.5 in | 57.2 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 55.0 in | 54.7 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 42.1 in | 45.5 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 37.5 in | 37.6 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 57.1 in | 55.7 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 54.3 in | 54.5 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 36.8 in | 34.7 in |
| Cargo Volume | 16.3 ft3 | 15.4 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Chevrolet Malibu LTZ
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | Yes |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 950 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Advanced Safety Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Lane departure warning system | 200 | No |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | No |
| Rear cross-traffic detection | 100 | No |
| Forward collision warning | 200 | No |
| Total Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Total Not Requested | 700 | 100% |
| Electronics and Entertainment Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| 245/40WR19 tires | 400 | No |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Rearview camera | 200 | Yes |
| AC power outlet | 100 | No |
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | 25 | No |
| Pioneer, 9 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Total Requested | 300 | 26% |
| Total Not Requested | 875 | 74% |
Option Package Details
Kia Optima SX
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Traffic information | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 700 | 97% |
| Total Not Requested | 25 | 3% |
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Heated second row seats | 200 | No |
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | 300 | No |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | Yes |
| Panoramic sunroof | 1200 | No |
| Power-folding mirrors | 50 | No |
| HD radio | 50 | No |
| Infinity, 550W, 12 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Bluetooth audio streaming | 25 | Yes |
| Media drive, small | 5 | No |
| App support | 0 | Yes |
| Rearview camera | 200 | Yes |
| Voice control for external devices | 0 | No |
| SMS text-to-speech reader | 25 | No |
| Vehicle health reports | 0 | Yes |
| 911 assist | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 825 | 27% |
| Total Not Requested | 2205 | 73% |
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