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Chevrolet Malibu vs. Kia Sportage Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Models in short supply often sell at or even above these prices.

Chevrolet Malibu vs. Kia Sportage Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $30,960

Chevrolet Malibu LTZ   
Difference: $3,290

Lowest Total Invoice: $29,299

Chevrolet Malibu LTZ   
Difference: $3,087

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20122017
ModelMalibuSportage
TrimLTZSX
Body4dr Sedan4dr SUV
Base Price $28,600 $32,700
Base Invoice $27,027 $30,950
3.6L V6 1,600  
Cargo mat   95
Floor mats   135
Remote start   425
3.6L V6 1,512  
Cargo mat   80
Floor mats   108
Remote start   353
Options (change) 1,600 655
Options (change) 1,512 541
Destination 760 895
Total Price $30,960 $34,250
Total Invoice $29,299 $32,386

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Kia Sportage

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Kia Sportage SX
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $3,760
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $3,579
Model Year20122017
ModelMalibuSportage
TrimLTZSX
Body4dr Sedan4dr SUV
Engine252hp V6240hp I4
TransmissionT6T6
DrivetrainFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)17/26 MPG21/26 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 8320, 8
Tire (rear if not all the same)225/50-18245/45-19
Total Price$30,960$34,250
Adjustments for Features0-7,050
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$30,960$27,200
Total Invoice$29,299$32,386
Adjustments for Features0-6,666
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$29,299$25,720

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Features Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Kia Sportage

Model Year20122017
ModelMalibuSportage
TrimLTZSX
Body4dr Sedan4dr SUV
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1100$1100
FWD$0$0
Accessories 
AC power outlet$100 
Heated steering wheel $100
Power liftgate $350
Proximity key $250
Proximity trunk or liftgate opener $125
Universal garage door opener $100
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
911 assist $25
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats $0
Automatic braking, high-speed or partial $200
Automatic braking, low-speed $200
Blind spot warning system $200
Cross-traffic warning, rear $100
Forward collision warning $200
Hill descent control $250
Lane departure warning $200
Obstacle detection, front $150
Obstacle detection, rear $250
Pedestrian detection $50
Rearview camera $200
Rollover sensor $50
Vehicle health reports $0
Cargo Management 
Overhead sunglass holder $25
Roof rails $250
Climate Control 
Dual-zone climate control $125
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 
Android Auto support $100
App support $0
Apple CarPlay support $100
Bluetooth audio streaming $25
HD radio $50
Navigation system $600
SMS text-to-speech reader $25
Surround sound $250
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 
Auto-dimming headlights $200
Interior ambient lighting$150 
Outside temperature display$50 
Power-folding mirrors $50
Steering-linked headlights $150
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
Metal pedals $75
Power recliner, passenger seat $100
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Electronic systems calibration selector $200
Performance steering system (optional)$0 
Transmission 
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls $100
Total Value of Features$2,800$9,850
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$7,050
Value of Feature Adjustments0-6,666

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

Specifications Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Kia Sportage

Model Year20122017
ModelMalibuSportage
Body4dr Sedan4dr SUV
Wheelbase112.3 in105.1 in
Length191.8 in176.4 in
Width70.3 in73.0 in
Height57.1 in64.8 in
Curb Weight3,645 lb.3,666 lb.
Fuel Capacity16.0 gal.16.4 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.4 in39.3 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room55.9 in57.1 in
Row 1 Hip Room53.0 in54.3 in
Row 1 Legroom42.2 in41.5 in
Row 2 Headroom37.2 in39.1 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room53.9 in55.1 in
Row 2 Hip Room52.1 in51.2 in
Row 2 Legroom37.6 in38.2 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum		15.1 ft330.7 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum		15.160.1 ft3

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

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