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Chevrolet Malibu vs. Kia Sportage Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Chevrolet Malibu vs. Kia Sportage Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $30,960

Chevrolet Malibu LTZ   
Difference: $2,000

Lowest Total Invoice: $29,299

Chevrolet Malibu LTZ   
Difference: $1,398

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20122015
ModelMalibuSportage
TrimLTZSX
Body4dr Sedan4dr SUV
Base Price $28,600 $28,100
Base Invoice $27,027 $26,213
3.6L V6 1,600  
Luxury Package   3,350
Cargo mat   75
Floor mats   115
Remote start   425
3.6L V6 1,512  
Luxury Package   3,081
Cargo mat   62
Floor mats   93
Remote start   353
Options (change) 1,600 3,965
Options (change) 1,512 3,589
Destination 760 895
Total Price $30,960 $32,960
Total Invoice $29,299 $30,697

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Kia Sportage

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Kia Sportage SX
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $1,600
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $1,955
Model Year20122015
ModelMalibuSportage
TrimLTZSX
Body4dr Sedan4dr SUV
Engine252hp V6260hp I4
TransmissionT6T6
DrivetrainFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)17/26 MPG20/26 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 8?, 7
Tire (rear if not all the same)225/50-18235/55-18
Total Price$30,960$32,960
Adjustments for Features0-3,600
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$30,960$29,360
Total Invoice$29,299$30,697
Adjustments for Features0-3,353
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$29,299$27,344

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Features Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Kia Sportage

Model Year20122015
ModelMalibuSportage
TrimLTZSX
Body4dr Sedan4dr SUV
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1100$1100
FWD$0$0
Accessories 
AC power outlet$100 
Proximity key $250
Universal garage door opener $100
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
911 assist $25
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats $0
Hill descent control $250
Obstacle detection, rear $250
Rearview camera $200
Rollover sensor $50
Vehicle health reports $0
Cargo Management 
Air-conditioned storage compartment $50
Overhead sunglass holder $25
Roof rails $250
Climate Control 
Dual-zone climate control $125
Interior air filter $0
Ionizing air filtration $50
Rear air vents $100
Rear wiper $175
Wiper de-icer $25
Exterior 
Bodyside moldings$75 
Deep-tinted rear windows $275
Laminated front side windows$200 
Panoramic sunroof $1200
Rear spoiler $200
Sunroof$900 
Wheel-lip moldings $75
Infotainment 
App support $0
Bluetooth audio streaming $25
HD radio $50
Navigation system $600
SMS text-to-speech reader $25
Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation$225 
Traffic information $25
Voice control for external devices $0
Voice control for nav and audio $100
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Interior ambient lighting$150 
Outside temperature display$50 
Power-folding mirrors $50
Trip computer $150
Turn signals on or near mirrors $25
Xenon HID headlights $500
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row $50
Cooled or ventilated front seats $300
Manual recliner, second row seats $75
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat$100 
Power height adjuster, passenger seat$100 
Power release, second row seats $50
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat$100 
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat$100 
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Performance steering system (optional)$0 
Total Value of Features$3,200$6,800
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$3,600
Value of Feature Adjustments0-3,353

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

Specifications Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Kia Sportage

Model Year20122015
ModelMalibuSportage
Body4dr Sedan4dr SUV
Wheelbase112.3 in103.9 in
Length191.8 in174.8 in
Width70.3 in73.0 in
Height57.1 in64.4 in
Curb Weight3,645 lb.3,433 lb.
Fuel Capacity16.0 gal.14.5 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.4 in39.1 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room55.9 in56.7 in
Row 1 Hip Room53.0 in53.7 in
Row 1 Legroom42.2 in41.4 in
Row 2 Headroom37.2 in38.5 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room53.9 in55.1 in
Row 2 Hip Room52.1 in49.1 in
Row 2 Legroom37.6 in37.9 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum		15.1 ft326.1 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum		15.154.6 ft3

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

Option Package Details
Kia Sportage SX

Luxury Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Cooled or ventilated front seats300No
Universal garage door opener100No
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Compass0Yes
Panoramic sunroof1200No
Total Requested105040%
Total Not Requested160060%

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