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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: $31,800 Kia Optima Hybrid | ||
| Difference: $2,475 | ||
Lowest Total Invoice: $29,550 Kia Optima Hybrid | ||
| Difference: $3,111 | ||
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| Model Year | 2018 | 2012 |
| Model | Malibu | Optima |
| Trim | Hybrid | Hybrid |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Price | $27,875 | $25,700 |
| Base Invoice | $26,760 | $24,020 |
| Convenience and Technology Package | 895 | |
| Driver Confidence Package | 1,195 | |
| Leather Package | 1,395 | |
| Navigation system | 495 | |
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,150 | |
| Illuminated door sill trim plates | 395 | |
| Premium Technology Package | 5,350 | |
| Convenience and Technology Package | 814 | |
| Driver Confidence Package | 1,087 | |
| Leather Package | 1,269 | |
| Navigation system | 450 | |
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,047 | |
| Illuminated door sill trim plates | 359 | |
| Premium Technology Package | 4,780 | |
| Options (change) | 5,525 | 5,350 |
| Options (change) | 5,026 | 4,780 |
| Destination | 875 | 750 |
| Total Price | $34,275 | $31,800 |
| Total Invoice | $32,661 | $29,550 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Kia Optima
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Kia Optima Hybrid | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $895 | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $1,605 | ||
| Model Year | 2018 | 2012 |
| Model | Malibu | Optima |
| Trim | Hybrid | Hybrid |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | 122hp I4 H | 166hp I4 H |
| Transmission | CVT | T6 |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | 49/43 MPG | 34/39 MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | ?, 9 | 550, 12 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 225/55-17 | 215/55-17 |
| Total Price | $34,275 | $31,800 |
| Adjustments for Features | -1,580 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $32,695 | $31,800 |
| Total Invoice | $32,661 | $29,550 |
| Adjustments for Features | -1,506 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $31,155 | $29,550 |
Features Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Kia Optima
| Model Year | 2018 | 2012 |
| Model | Malibu | Optima |
| Trim | Hybrid | Hybrid |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||
| CVT | $1000 | |
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | |
| FWD | $0 | $0 |
| Accessories | ||
| AC power outlet | $100 | |
| Heated steering wheel | $100 | |
| Remote app | $25 | |
| Remote start | $150 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||
| Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats | $0 | |
| Automatic braking, low-speed | $200 | |
| Blind spot warning system | $200 | |
| Cross-traffic warning, rear | $100 | |
| Following distance indicator | $25 | |
| Forward collision warning | $200 | |
| Knee airbag, driver | $75 | |
| Knee airbag, passenger | $75 | |
| Lane departure prevention, steering-based | $200 | |
| Lane departure warning | $200 | |
| Obstacle detection, front | $150 | |
| Obstacle detection, rear | $250 | |
| Pedestrian detection | $50 | |
| Rear side airbags | $300 | |
| Rollover sensor | $50 | |
| Safety key | $5 | |
| Vehicle health reports | $0 | |
| Cargo Management | ||
| Air-conditioned storage compartment | $50 | |
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | |
| Rear seat pass-through | $100 | |
| Exterior | ||
| Active grille shutters | $0 | |
| Body kit | $0 | |
| Laminated front side windows | $200 | |
| Rear spoiler | $200 | |
| Infotainment | ||
| 4G LTE connectivity | $0 | |
| Android Auto support | $100 | |
| App support | $0 | |
| Apple CarPlay support | $100 | |
| CD player | $125 | |
| HD radio | $50 | |
| MP3-compatible player | $50 | |
| SMS text-to-speech reader | $25 | |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation | $225 | |
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | |
| Voice control for nav and audio | $100 | |
| Wi-Fi hotspot | $50 | |
| Wireless charging station | $75 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||
| Auto-dimming headlights | $200 | |
| Fog lights | $125 | |
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | |
| Speaker lights | $100 | |
| Tachometer | $75 | |
| Xenon HID headlights | $500 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | $300 | |
| Folding second row seats | $300 | |
| Heated second row seats | $200 | |
| Memory system, driver seat | $200 | |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Total Value of Features | $4,930 | $3,350 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $1,580 | $0 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -1,506 | 0 |
Specifications Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Kia Optima
| Model Year | 2018 | 2012 |
| Model | Malibu | Optima |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Wheelbase | 111.4 in | 110.0 in |
| Length | 193.8 in | 190.7 in |
| Width | 73.0 in | 72.1 in |
| Height | 57.7 in | 57.3 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,457 lb. | 3,490 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 15.8 gal. | 18.5 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 39.1 in | 40.0 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 58.5 in | 57.2 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 54.1 in | 54.7 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 42.0 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 | 53.4 in | 54.5 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 38.1 in | 34.7 in |
| Cargo Volume | 15.8 ft3 | 15.4 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Chevrolet Malibu Hybrid
| Convenience and Technology Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Leather-wrapped steering wheel | 150 | Yes |
| AC power outlet | 100 | No |
| Remote start | 150 | No |
| Wireless charging station | 75 | No |
| Total Requested | 300 | 48% |
| Total Not Requested | 325 | 52% |
| Driver Confidence Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Obstacle detection, front | 150 | No |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | No |
| Auto-dimming headlights | 200 | No |
| Lane departure warning | 200 | No |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | No |
| Cross-traffic warning, rear | 100 | No |
| Automatic braking, low-speed | 200 | No |
| Forward collision warning | 200 | No |
| Lane departure prevention, steering-based | 200 | No |
| Pedestrian detection | 50 | No |
| Following distance indicator | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Total Not Requested | 1775 | 100% |
| Leather Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | No |
| Bose, 9 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Total Requested | 1300 | 72% |
| Total Not Requested | 500 | 28% |
Option Package Details
Kia Optima Hybrid
| Premium Technology Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | No |
| Heated steering wheel | 100 | No |
| Compass | 0 | Yes |
| 215/55HR17 tires | 400 | No |
| Interior ambient lighting | 150 | Yes |
| Illuminated door sill trim plates | 200 | Yes |
| Infinity, 550W, 12 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Power-folding mirrors | 50 | No |
| HD radio | 50 | No |
| 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 | No |
| Panoramic sunroof | 1200 | Yes |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power height adjuster, driver seat | 50 | Yes |
| Power tilt adjuster, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power recliner, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Rearview camera | 200 | Yes |
| Voice control for external devices | 0 | No |
| SMS text-to-speech reader | 25 | No |
| Bluetooth audio streaming | 25 | Yes |
| Media drive, small | 5 | No |
| Total Requested | 4275 | 66% |
| Total Not Requested | 2180 | 34% |
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