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Kia Cadenza vs. Chevrolet Malibu Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Kia Cadenza vs. Chevrolet Malibu Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $38,820

Chevrolet Malibu Premier   
Difference: $1,515

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year201820182020
ModelCadenzaCadenzaMalibu
TrimTechnologyLimitedPremier
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $39,290 $44,690 $33,370
Cargo mat 95    
Cargo net 50 50 65
Driver Confidence Package II     995
Driver Confidence Package     1,195
Sun and Wheels Package     2,270
Cargo mat 78    
Cargo net 42 42 59
Driver Confidence Package II     905
Driver Confidence Package     1,087
Sun and Wheels Package     2,066
Options (change) 145 50 4,525
Options (change) 120 42 4,117
Destination 900 900 925
Total Price $40,335 $45,640 $38,820

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Kia Cadenza vs. Chevrolet Malibu

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Chevrolet Malibu Premier
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $445
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $31,315
Model Year201820182020
ModelCadenzaCadenzaMalibu
TrimTechnologyLimitedPremier
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine290hp V6290hp V6250hp I4
TransmissionT8T8T9
DrivetrainFWDFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)20/28 MPG20/28 MPG22/32 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)630, 12630, 12?, 9
Tire (rear if not all the same)245/45-18245/40-19245/40-19
Total Price$40,335$45,640$38,820
Adjustments for Features-1,070-3,2700
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$39,265$42,370$38,820
Cost Above Minimum$0$3,105$0

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Features Comparison: Kia Cadenza vs. Chevrolet Malibu

Model Year201820182020
ModelCadenzaCadenzaMalibu
TrimTechnologyLimitedPremier
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
8-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1300$1300 
9-speed manually-shiftable automatic  $1400
FWD$0$0$0
Accessories 
AC power outlet  $100
Power trunk closer $350 
Proximity trunk or liftgate opener$125$125 
Remote app  $25
Remote start  $150
Semi-automated parking system  $500
Sunshade, rear, power $225 
Sunshades, second row $125 
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual  $250
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power$350$350 
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
911 assist$25$25 
Around view cameras $500 
Blind spot collision prevention$150$150 
Following distance indicator  $25
Knee airbag, passenger  $75
Lane departure prevention, steering-based  $200
Obstacle detection, front  $150
Pedestrian detection  $50
Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system  $0
Rearview camera$200 $200
Rollover sensor  $50
Safety key  $5
Temporary spare tire$150$150 
Cargo Management 
Overhead sunglass holder$25$25 
Rear seat pass-through$100$100 
Climate Control 
Rain-sensing wipers$175$175 
Variable intermittent wipers  $75
Wiper de-icer$25$25 
Infotainment 
4G LTE connectivity  $0
CD player$125$125 
HD radio$50$50 
MP3-compatible player$50$50 
Surround sound$250$250 
Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation  $225
Traffic + travel information$25$25 
Wi-Fi hotspot  $50
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Analog clock$25$25 
Approach detection$25$25 
Fog lights$125$125 
Head-up display (HUD) $350 
LED headlights$1000$1000 
Power-folding mirrors$50$50 
Seats and Interior Trim 
Folding second row seats  $300
Heated second row seats $200 
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat$150$150 
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat  $100
Power thigh support length adjuster, driver seat$100$100 
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat$100$100 
Synthetic suede headliner $650 
Upgraded floor mats $0$0
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Electronic systems calibration selector$200$200 
Transmission 
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls$100$100 
Total Value of Features$5,000$7,200$3,930
Value of Feature Adjustments$1,070$3,270$0
Value of Feature Adjustments-991-3,0280

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Specifications Comparison: Kia Cadenza vs. Chevrolet Malibu

Model Year20182020
ModelCadenzaMalibu
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase112.4 in111.4 in
Length195.7 in194.2 in
Width73.6 in73.0 in
Height57.9 in57.3 in
Curb Weight3,633 lb.3,223 lb.
Fuel Capacity18.5 gal.15.8 gal.
Row 1 Headroom40.2 in39.1 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room58.3 in58.5 in
Row 1 Hip Room56.5 in54.1 in
Row 1 Legroom45.5 in41.5 in
Row 2 Headroom37.9 in37.5 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room56.5 in57.1 in
Row 2 Hip Room56.3 in53.4 in
Row 2 Legroom37.2 in38.1 in
Cargo Volume16.0 ft315.7 ft3

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Option Package Details
Chevrolet Malibu Premier

Driver Confidence Package II
FeatureValueRequested?
Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system0No
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed700Yes
Semi-automated parking system500No
Automatic braking, high-speed or partial200Yes
Total Requested90064%
Total Not Requested50036%
Driver Confidence Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Obstacle detection, front150No
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Auto-dimming headlights200Yes
Lane departure warning200Yes
Blind spot warning system200Yes
Cross-traffic warning, rear100Yes
Automatic braking, low-speed200Yes
Forward collision warning200Yes
Lane departure prevention, steering-based200No
Pedestrian detection50No
Following distance indicator25No
Total Requested135076%
Total Not Requested42524%
Sun and Wheels Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Universal garage door opener100Yes
Panoramic sunroof1200Yes
245/40R19 tires400No
Upgraded floor mats0Yes
Total Requested130076%
Total Not Requested40024%

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