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Chevrolet Malibu vs. Kia Sorento Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Chevrolet Malibu vs. Kia Sorento Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $26,960

Chevrolet Malibu Maxx LTZ   
Difference: $2,190

Lowest Total Invoice: $25,238

Chevrolet Malibu Maxx LTZ   
Difference: $1,731

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20072009
ModelMalibuSorento
TrimMaxx LTZEX
Body4dr Hatch4dr SUV
Base Price $23,915 $25,345
Base Invoice $22,600 $23,600
Sunroof 800  
CD changer, in-dash 300  
Entertainment system, console-mounted 1,295  
Luxury Package   1,500
Remote start   360
Entertainment system, ceiling-mounted   995
Rear spoiler   200
Sunroof 664  
CD changer, in-dash 249  
Entertainment system, console-mounted 1,075  
Luxury Package   1,340
Remote start   275
Entertainment system, ceiling-mounted   850
Rear spoiler   154
Options (change) 2,395 3,055
Options (change) 1,988 2,619
Destination 650 750
Total Price $26,960 $29,150
Total Invoice $25,238 $26,969

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Kia Sorento

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Chevrolet Malibu Maxx LTZ
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $1,175
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $792
Model Year20072009
ModelMalibuSorento
TrimMaxx LTZEX
Body4dr Hatch4dr SUV
Engine217hp V6262hp V6
TransmissionT4T5
DrivetrainFWDRWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)22/32 MPG15/21 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 6280, 10
Tire (rear if not all the same)225/50-17245/70-16
Total Price$26,960$29,150
Adjustments for Features0-1,015
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$26,960$28,135
Total Invoice$25,238$26,969
Adjustments for Features0-939
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$25,238$26,030

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Features Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Kia Sorento

Model Year20072009
ModelMalibuSorento
TrimMaxx LTZEX
Body4dr Hatch4dr SUV
Transmission and Drivetrain 
4-speed manually-shiftable automatic$900 
5-speed manually-shiftable automatic $1000
FWD$0 
RWD $0
Accessories 
Power-adjustable pedals$125 
Tilt steering wheel, manual $150
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual$250 
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats $0
Front side airbags$350 
Knee airbag, driver $75
Stability control $400
Tire-pressure monitor $75
Cargo Management 
Cargo cover $75
Cargo shelf, height-adjustable$100 
Overhead sunglass holder $25
Roof rack $300
Storage compartment under front seat(s) $50
Trailering equipment (4 wire) $125
Climate Control 
Dual-zone climate control $125
Interior air filter $0
Wiper de-icer $25
Exterior 
Body kit$0 
Bodyside cladding $350
Bodyside moldings$75 
Deep-tinted rear windows $275
Glass roof panel(s)$300 
Skid plates $150
Tow hook(s), front $40
Tow hook(s), rear $25
Wheel-lip moldings $75
Infotainment 
Entertainment system, ceiling-mounted $1000
Entertainment system, console-mounted$1000 
MP3-compatible player $50
Telematics service, such as OnStar$200 
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Altimeter $25
Barometer $25
Seats and Interior Trim 
Folding passenger seat$150 
Manual fore-aft adjuster, second row seats$75 
Power recliner, driver seat $100
Synthetic suede inserts in leather seating surfaces$0 
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Alloy wheels $350
Polished alloy wheels$350 
Total Value of Features$3,875$4,890
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$1,015
Value of Feature Adjustments0-939

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

Specifications Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Kia Sorento

Model Year20072009
ModelMalibuSorento
Body4dr Hatch4dr SUV
Wheelbase112.3 in106.7 in
Length187.8 in180.7 in
Width69.8 in73.3 in
Height58.1 in68.1 in
Curb Weight3,458 lb.4,098 lb.
Fuel Capacity16.3 gal.21.1 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.4 in39.7 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room56.7 in58.9 in
Row 1 Hip Room53.5 in55.3 in
Row 1 Legroom41.9 in42.6 in
Row 2 Headroom39.4 in39.5 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room55.5 in58.4 in
Row 2 Hip Room52.4 in58.0 in
Row 2 Legroom41.0 in36.1 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum		22.8 ft331.7 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum		41.0 ft366.4 ft3

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

Option Package Details
Kia Sorento EX

Luxury Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Automatic climate control, front200Yes
Heated front seats200Yes
Sunroof900Yes
CD changer, in-dash200Yes
Universal garage door opener100Yes
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Automatic headlights100Yes
Dual-zone climate control125No
Additional chrome trim0No
Total Requested185094%
Total Not Requested1256%

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