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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: $28,310

Kia Sorento EX   
Difference: $1,425

Lowest Total Invoice: $26,246

Kia Sorento EX   
Difference: $2,147

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year2018201820182006
ModelMalibuMalibuMalibuSorento
TrimLTPremierHybridEX
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr SUV
Base Price $25,125 $30,975 $27,875 $24,995
Base Invoice $24,120 $29,736 $26,760 $23,270
Convenience and Technology Package 895   895  
Sun and Wheels Package 1,300 2,270    
Leather Package 1,395   1,395  
Cargo mat 80   80 90
Cargo net 65 65 65  
Driver Confidence Package     1,195  
Panoramic sunroof     1,150  
Navigation system     495  
Luxury Package       1,600
Remote start       360
Antilock brakes (ABS)       595
Convenience and Technology Package 814   814  
Sun and Wheels Package 1,183 2,066    
Leather Package 1,269   1,269  
Cargo mat 73   73 70
Cargo net 59 59 59  
Driver Confidence Package     1,087  
Panoramic sunroof     1,047  
Navigation system     450  
Luxury Package       1,430
Remote start       275
Antilock brakes (ABS)       531
Options (change) 3,735 2,335 5,275 2,645
Options (change) 3,398 2,125 4,799 2,306
Destination 875 875 875 670
Total Price $29,735 $34,185 $34,025 $28,310
Total Invoice $28,393 $32,736 $32,434 $26,246

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Kia Sorento

Lowest Adjusted Price: Chevrolet Malibu LT
Lowest Adjusted Invoice: Kia Sorento EX
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $740
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $80
Model Year2018201820182006
ModelMalibuMalibuMalibuSorento
TrimLTPremierHybridEX
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr SUV
Engine163hp I4250hp I4122hp I4 H192hp V6
TransmissionT6T9CVTA5
DrivetrainFWDFWDFWDRWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 9?, 9?, 9280, 10
Tire (rear if not all the same)245/45-18245/40-19225/55-17245/70-16
Total Price$29,735$34,185$34,025$28,310
Adjustments for Features-2,165-3,940-4,8900
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$27,570$30,245$29,135$28,310
Cost Above Minimum$0$2,675$1,565$0
Total Invoice$28,393$32,736$32,434$26,246
Adjustments for Features-2,067-3,773-4,6610
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$26,326$28,963$27,773$26,246
Cost Above Minimum$0$2,637$1,447$0

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Features Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Kia Sorento

Model Year2018201820182006
ModelMalibuMalibuMalibuSorento
TrimLTPremierHybridEX
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr SUV
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1100   
9-speed manually-shiftable automatic $1400  
CVT  $1000 
5-speed automatic   $900
FWD$0$0$0 
RWD   $0
Accessories 
AC power outlet$100$100$100 
Heated steering wheel $100  
Proximity key$250$250$250 
Remote app$25$25$25 
Tilt steering wheel, manual   $150
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual$250$250$250 
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Automatic braking, low-speed  $200 
Blind spot warning system  $200 
Brake assist$50$50$50 
Cross-traffic warning, rear  $100 
Following distance indicator  $25 
Forward collision warning  $200 
Front side airbags$350$350$350 
Knee airbag, driver$75$75$75 
Knee airbag, passenger$75$75$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$300$300 
Rearview camera$200$200$200 
Rollover sensor$50$50$50 
Safety key$5$5$5 
Stability control$400$400$400 
Tire-pressure monitor$75$75$75 
Traction control$100$100$100 
Vehicle health reports$0$0$0 
Cargo Management 
Cargo cover   $75
Overhead sunglass holder   $25
Roof rack   $300
Storage compartment under front seat(s)   $50
Trailering equipment (4 wire)   $125
Climate Control 
Automatic climate control, front $200$200$200
Dual-zone climate control $125$125 
Interior air filter$0$0$0 
Rear air vents$100$100$100 
Rear wiper   $175
Wiper de-icer   $25
Engine / Motor 
Automatic start / stop$150 $150 
Exterior 
Active grille shutters$0 $0 
Bodyside cladding   $350
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) $25  
Deep-tinted rear windows   $275
Laminated front side windows$200$200$200 
Panoramic sunroof$1200$1200$1200 
Skid plates   $150
Sunroof   $900
Tow hook(s), front   $40
Tow hook(s), rear   $25
Wheel-lip moldings   $75
Infotainment 
4G LTE connectivity$0$0$0 
Android Auto support$100$100$100 
App support$0$0$0 
Apple CarPlay support$100$100$100 
Aux input$50$50$50 
Bluetooth audio streaming$25$25$25 
Bluetooth cell phone link$100$100$100 
CD changer, in-dash   $325
Navigation system $600$600 
Satellite radio$200$200$200 
SMS text-to-speech reader$25$25$25 
Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation$225$225$225 
Voice control for audio system$25   
Voice control for external devices$0$0$0 
Voice control for nav and audio $100$100 
Wi-Fi hotspot$50$50$50 
Wireless charging station$75$75$75 
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Altimeter   $25
Auto-dimming headlights  $200 
Barometer   $25
Detailed driving style feedback  $100 
Fog lights   $125
Large energy flow and fuel economy display  $25 
Tachometer$75$75 $75
Turn signals on or near mirrors$25$25$25 
Seats and Interior Trim 
Cooled or ventilated front seats $300  
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat   $50
Memory system, driver seat $200  
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat$100$100$100 
Power height adjuster, passenger seat$100$100$100 
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat$100$100$100 
Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat$100$100$100 
Power recliner, passenger seat$100$100$100 
Upgraded floor mats $0  
Total Value of Features$6,630$8,405$9,355$4,465
Value of Feature Adjustments$2,165$3,940$4,890$0
Value of Feature Adjustments-2,067-3,773-4,6610

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Specifications Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Kia Sorento

Model Year20182006
ModelMalibuSorento
Body4dr Sedan4dr SUV
Wheelbase111.4 in106.7 in
Length193.8 in179.8 in
Width73.0 in73.3 in
Height57.7 in68.1 in
Curb Weight3,087 lb.4,113 lb.
Fuel Capacity15.8 gal.21.1 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.1 in39.7 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room58.5 in58.9 in
Row 1 Hip Room54.1 in55.3 in
Row 1 Legroom42.0 in42.6 in
Row 2 Headroom37.5 in39.5 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room57.1 in58.4 in
Row 2 Hip Room53.4 in58.0 in
Row 2 Legroom38.1 in36.1 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum
15.8 ft331.4 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum
15.866.4 ft3

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Option Package Details
Chevrolet Malibu LT

Convenience and Technology Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Leather-wrapped steering wheel150Yes
AC power outlet100No
Remote start150Yes
Wireless charging station75No
Total Requested45072%
Total Not Requested17528%
Sun and Wheels Package
FeatureValueRequested?
245/45R18 tires400No
Universal garage door opener100Yes
Panoramic sunroof1200No
Total Requested1006%
Total Not Requested160094%
Leather Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Heated front seats200Yes
Power recliner, passenger seat100No
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat100No
Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat100No
Power height adjuster, passenger seat50No
Bose, 9 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Total Requested110061%
Total Not Requested70039%

Option Package Details
Chevrolet Malibu Premier

Sun and Wheels Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Universal garage door opener100Yes
Panoramic sunroof1200No
245/40R19 tires400No
Upgraded floor mats0No
Total Requested1006%
Total Not Requested160094%

Option Package Details
Chevrolet Malibu Hybrid

Convenience and Technology Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Leather-wrapped steering wheel150Yes
AC power outlet100No
Remote start150Yes
Wireless charging station75No
Total Requested45072%
Total Not Requested17528%
Driver Confidence Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Obstacle detection, front150No
Obstacle detection, rear250No
Auto-dimming headlights200No
Lane departure warning200No
Blind spot warning system200No
Cross-traffic warning, rear100No
Automatic braking, low-speed200No
Forward collision warning200No
Lane departure prevention, steering-based200No
Pedestrian detection50No
Following distance indicator25No
Total Requested00%
Total Not Requested1775100%
Leather Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Heated front seats200Yes
Power recliner, passenger seat100No
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat100No
Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat100No
Power height adjuster, passenger seat50No
Bose, 9 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Total Requested110061%
Total Not Requested70039%

Option Package Details
Kia Sorento EX

Luxury Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Automatic climate control, front200Yes
Heated front seats200Yes
CD changer, in-dash200No
Automatic headlights100Yes
Additional chrome trim0No
Total Requested140088%
Total Not Requested20012%

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