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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: $35,470 Chevrolet Malibu LTZ | |||
| Difference: $990 | |||
Lowest Total Invoice: $33,293 Chevrolet Malibu LTZ | |||
| Difference: $533 | |||
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| Model Year | 2015 | 2017 | 2017 |
| Model | Malibu | Optima | Optima |
| Trim | LTZ | SX | SX Limited |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Price | $28,320 | $26,855 | $36,090 |
| Base Invoice | $26,762 | $25,023 | $33,481 |
| Premium Package | 1,000 | ||
| Advanced Safety Package | 890 | ||
| Electronics and Entertainment Package | 1,300 | ||
| Navigation system | 495 | ||
| 2.0L I4 | 2,160 | ||
| Rear spoiler | 400 | ||
| Cargo mat | 80 | ||
| Technology Package | 4,800 | ||
| SX Base Package | 3,085 | ||
| Universal garage door opener | 350 | 350 | |
| Cargo net | 50 | 50 | |
| Remote start | 425 | 425 | |
| Premium Package | 880 | ||
| Advanced Safety Package | 783 | ||
| Electronics and Entertainment Package | 1,144 | ||
| Navigation system | 436 | ||
| 2.0L I4 | 2,041 | ||
| Rear spoiler | 352 | ||
| Cargo mat | 70 | ||
| Technology Package | 4,380 | ||
| SX Base Package | 2,842 | ||
| Universal garage door opener | 291 | 291 | |
| Cargo net | 42 | 42 | |
| Remote start | 353 | 353 | |
| Options (change) | 6,325 | 8,710 | 825 |
| Options (change) | 5,706 | 7,908 | 686 |
| Destination | 825 | 895 | 895 |
| Total Price | $35,470 | $36,460 | $37,810 |
| Total Invoice | $33,293 | $33,826 | $35,062 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Kia Optima
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Kia Optima SX | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $2,310 | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $2,529 | |||
| Model Year | 2015 | 2017 | 2017 |
| Model | Malibu | Optima | Optima |
| Trim | LTZ | SX | SX Limited |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | 259hp I4 | 245hp I4 | 245hp I4 |
| Transmission | T6 | T6 | T6 |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | FWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | 21/30 MPG | 22/31 MPG | 22/31 MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | ?, 9 | 630, 10 | 630, 10 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 245/40-19 | 235/45-18 | 235/45-18 |
| Total Price | $35,470 | $36,460 | $37,810 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -3,300 | -4,175 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $35,470 | $33,160 | $33,635 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $0 | $475 |
| Total Invoice | $33,293 | $33,826 | $35,062 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -3,062 | -3,872 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $33,293 | $30,764 | $31,190 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $0 | $426 |
Features Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Kia Optima
| Model Year | 2015 | 2017 | 2017 |
| Model | Malibu | Optima | Optima |
| Trim | LTZ | SX | SX Limited |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | |||
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | $1100 | $1100 |
| FWD | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Accessories | |||
| AC power outlet | $100 | ||
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | $850 | $850 | |
| Cruise control | $150 | ||
| Heated steering wheel | $100 | $100 | |
| Proximity trunk or liftgate opener | $125 | $125 | |
| Remote app | $25 | ||
| Sunshades, second row | $125 | $125 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | |||
| 911 assist | $25 | $25 | |
| Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats | $0 | $0 | |
| Around view cameras | $500 | ||
| Automatic braking, high-speed or partial | $200 | $200 | |
| Automatic braking, low-speed | $200 | $200 | |
| Knee airbag, passenger | $75 | ||
| Obstacle detection, rear | $250 | $250 | |
| Rear side airbags | $300 | ||
| Rearview camera | $200 | $200 | |
| Climate Control | |||
| Rear air vents | $100 | $100 | |
| Exterior | |||
| Painted brake calipers (optional) | $0 | $0 | |
| Panoramic sunroof | $1200 | $1200 | |
| Sunroof | $900 | ||
| Infotainment | |||
| 4G LTE connectivity | $0 | ||
| Android Auto support | $100 | $100 | |
| Apple CarPlay support | $100 | $100 | |
| CD player | $125 | ||
| HD radio | $50 | $50 | |
| MP3-compatible player | $50 | ||
| Siri Eyes Free support | $0 | ||
| Surround sound | $250 | $250 | |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation | $225 | ||
| Traffic information | $25 | $25 | |
| Wi-Fi hotspot | $50 | ||
| Wireless charging station | $75 | ||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | |||
| Approach detection | $25 | $25 | |
| Auto-dimming headlights | $200 | $200 | |
| Fog lights | $125 | ||
| LED headlights | $1000 | $1000 | |
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | $25 | ||
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | $50 | |
| Steering-linked headlights | $150 | $150 | |
| Xenon HID headlights | $500 | ||
| Seats and Interior Trim | |||
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | $300 | $300 | |
| Heated second row seats | $200 | $200 | |
| Metal pedals | $75 | $75 | |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $150 | ||
| Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | |
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | |||
| Alloy wheels | $350 | ||
| Chrome-plated alloy wheels | $850 | ||
| Electronic systems calibration selector | $200 | $200 | |
| Machined alloy wheels | $350 | ||
| Performance steering system (optional) | $0 | $0 | |
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | $0 | |
| Transmission | |||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | $100 | |
| Total Value of Features | $4,450 | $7,750 | $8,625 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $3,300 | $4,175 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | -3,062 | -3,872 |
Specifications Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Kia Optima
| Model Year | 2015 | 2017 |
| Model | Malibu | Optima |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Wheelbase | 107.8 in | 110.4 in |
| Length | 191.5 in | 191.1 in |
| Width | 73.0 in | 73.2 in |
| Height | 57.6 in | 57.7 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,635 lb. | 3,494 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 18.5 gal. | 18.5 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 39.0 in | 39.8 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 57.5 in | 58.1 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 55.0 in | 56.0 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 42.1 in | 45.5 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 37.5 in | 37.8 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 57.1 in | 56.4 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 54.3 in | 56.0 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 36.8 in | 35.6 in |
| Cargo Volume | 16.3 ft3 | 15.9 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 | Yes |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Rear cross-traffic detection | 100 | Yes |
| Forward collision warning | 200 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 700 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| 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
| Universal garage door opener | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Compass | 0 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 250 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Technology Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Auto-dimming headlights | 200 | No |
| Lane departure warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | 700 | No |
| Automatic braking, low-speed | 200 | No |
| Automatic braking, high-speed or partial | 200 | No |
| Forward collision warning | 200 | Yes |
| Heated second row seats | 200 | No |
| Surround sound | 250 | No |
| Harman/Kardon, 630W, 10 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | Yes |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Panoramic sunroof | 1200 | No |
| Interior ambient lighting | 150 | Yes |
| Rear reading lights | 0 | No |
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | 300 | No |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Rear cross-traffic detection | 100 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | No |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1300 | 25% |
| Total Not Requested | 3850 | 75% |
| SX Base Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Steering-linked headlights | 150 | No |
| Door sill trim plates | 100 | Yes |
| LED headlights | 1000 | No |
| HD radio | 50 | No |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Traffic information | 25 | No |
| Proximity trunk or liftgate opener | 125 | No |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| Perimeter approach lighting | 25 | No |
| Approach detection | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 1200 | 46% |
| Total Not Requested | 1400 | 54% |
Option Package Details
Kia Optima SX Limited
| Universal garage door opener | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Compass | 0 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 100 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
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