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Chevrolet Malibu vs. Kia Soul 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.

Chevrolet Malibu vs. Kia Soul Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $24,685

Kia Soul !   
Difference: $225

Lowest Total Invoice: $23,276

Kia Soul !   
Difference: $205

Calculate Payments

  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20062017
ModelMalibuSoul
TrimMaxx SS!
Body4dr Hatch4dr Hatch
Base Price $23,265 $22,800
Base Invoice $21,986 $21,561
Satellite radio 325  
Telematics service, such as OnStar 695  
Cargo net   50
Floor mats   120
Rear spoiler   395
Remote start   425
Satellite radio 293  
Telematics service, such as OnStar 577  
Cargo net   42
Floor mats   98
Rear spoiler   327
Remote start   353
Options (change) 1,020 990
Options (change) 870 820
Destination 625 895
Total Price $24,910 $24,685
Total Invoice $23,481 $23,276

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Kia Soul

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Kia Soul !
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $1,590
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $1,492
Model Year20062017
ModelMalibuSoul
TrimMaxx SS!
Body4dr Hatch4dr Hatch
Engine240hp V6201hp I4
TransmissionT4S7
DrivetrainFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)19/26 MPG26/31 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 6?, 6
Tire (rear if not all the same)225/50-18235/45-18
Total Price$24,910$24,685
Adjustments for Features0-1,365
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$24,910$23,320
Total Invoice$23,481$23,276
Adjustments for Features0-1,287
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$23,481$21,989

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Features Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Kia Soul

Model Year20062017
ModelMalibuSoul
TrimMaxx SS!
Body4dr Hatch4dr Hatch
Transmission and Drivetrain 
4-speed manually-shiftable automatic$900 
7-speed automated manual $1200
FWD$0$0
Accessories 
Power-adjustable pedals$125 
Proximity key $250
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
911 assist $25
Brake assist $50
Rearview camera $200
Rollover sensor $50
Stability control $400
Tire-pressure monitor $75
Vehicle health reports $0
Cargo Management 
Cargo cover $75
Cargo shelf, height-adjustable$100 
Overhead sunglass holder $25
Climate Control 
Ionizing air filtration $50
Exterior 
Body kit$0 
Bodyside moldings$75 
Deep-tinted rear windows $275
Glass roof panel(s)$300 
Infotainment 
Android Auto support $100
App support $0
Apple CarPlay support $100
Aux input $50
Bluetooth audio streaming $25
Bluetooth cell phone link $100
MP3-compatible player $50
Rear seat audio controls$25 
SMS text-to-speech reader $25
Telematics service, such as OnStar$200 
Voice control for external devices $0
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Boost gauge $75
Heated mirrors $25
Illuminated visor mirror, passenger $50
Turn signals on or near mirrors $25
Visor mirror, passenger$10 
Seats and Interior Trim 
Manual fore-aft adjuster, second row seats$75 
Manual height adjuster, driver seat $50
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat$50 
Manual recliner, second row seats$75 
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat$100 
Power height adjuster, driver seat$100 
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat$100 
Upholstered instrument cluster hood $50
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Alloy wheels $350
Electronic systems calibration selector $200
Performance steering system (optional)$0 
Polished alloy wheels$350 
Sport suspension (upgrade)$0 
Total Value of Features$2,585$3,950
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$1,365
Value of Feature Adjustments0-1,287

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Specifications Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Kia Soul

Model Year20062017
ModelMalibuSoul
Body4dr Hatch4dr Hatch
Wheelbase112.3 in101.2 in
Length187.8 in163.0 in
Width69.8 in70.9 in
Height58.1 in63.5 in
Curb Weight3,476 lb.3,232 lb.
Fuel Capacity16.3 gal.14.2 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.4 in39.6 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room56.7 in55.5 in
Row 1 Hip Room53.5 in53.2 in
Row 1 Legroom41.9 in40.9 in
Row 2 Headroom39.4 in39.5 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room55.5 in54.7 in
Row 2 Hip Room52.4 in49.3 in
Row 2 Legroom41.0 in39.1 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum
22.8 ft324.2 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum
41.0 ft361.3 ft3

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