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Kia Forte vs. Chevrolet Malibu Classic 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.
Models in short supply often sell at or even above these prices.
Kia Forte vs. Chevrolet Malibu Classic Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $23,380 Chevrolet Malibu Classic LT | ||
| Difference: $1,340 | ||
Lowest Total Invoice: $21,955 Chevrolet Malibu Classic LT | ||
| Difference: $1,327 | ||
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| Model Year | 2015 | 2008 |
| Model | Forte | Malibu Classic |
| Trim | EX | LT |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Price | $19,390 | $20,320 |
| Base Invoice | $18,432 | $19,304 |
| Premium Package | 2,700 | |
| UVO Package | 900 | |
| Floor mats | 115 | |
| Rear spoiler | 295 | 175 |
| Remote start | 495 | 190 |
| Front Seating Package | 450 | |
| Luxury and Convenience Package | 595 | |
| Satellite radio | 200 | |
| Sunroof | 800 | |
| Premium Package | 2,441 | |
| UVO Package | 837 | |
| Floor mats | 93 | |
| Rear spoiler | 244 | 145 |
| Remote start | 410 | 158 |
| Front Seating Package | 374 | |
| Luxury and Convenience Package | 494 | |
| Satellite radio | 166 | |
| Sunroof | 664 | |
| Options (change) | 4,505 | 2,410 |
| Options (change) | 4,025 | 2,001 |
| Destination | 825 | 650 |
| Total Price | $24,720 | $23,380 |
| Total Invoice | $23,282 | $21,955 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Kia Forte vs. Chevrolet Malibu Classic
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Kia Forte EX | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $2,685 | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $2,464 | ||
| Model Year | 2015 | 2008 |
| Model | Forte | Malibu Classic |
| Trim | EX | LT |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | 173hp I4 | 219hp V6 |
| Transmission | T6 | T4 |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | 22/30 MPG | 18/28 MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | ?, 6 | ?, 6 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 215/45-17 | 215/60-16 |
| Total Price | $24,720 | $23,380 |
| Adjustments for Features | -4,025 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $20,695 | $23,380 |
| Total Invoice | $23,282 | $21,955 |
| Adjustments for Features | -3,791 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $19,491 | $21,955 |
Features Comparison: Kia Forte vs. Chevrolet Malibu Classic
| Model Year | 2015 | 2008 |
| Model | Forte | Malibu Classic |
| Trim | EX | LT |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | |
| 4-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $900 | |
| FWD | $0 | $0 |
| Accessories | ||
| Heated steering wheel | $100 | |
| Proximity key | $250 | |
| Universal garage door opener | $100 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||
| 911 assist | $25 | |
| Brake assist | $50 | |
| Front side airbags | $350 | |
| Rearview camera | $200 | |
| Stability control | $400 | |
| Temporary spare tire | $150 | |
| Vehicle health reports | $0 | |
| Cargo Management | ||
| Air-conditioned storage compartment | $50 | |
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | |
| Climate Control | ||
| Interior air filter | $0 | |
| Exterior | ||
| Bodyside moldings | $75 | |
| Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) | $25 | |
| Infotainment | ||
| App support | $0 | |
| Aux input | $50 | |
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | $100 | |
| MP3-compatible player | $50 | |
| SMS text-to-speech reader | $25 | |
| USB port | $25 | |
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||
| Compass | $0 | |
| Heated mirrors | $25 | |
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | |
| Turn signals on or near mirrors | $25 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||
| Center armrest(s), second row | $50 | |
| Cooled or ventilated driver seat | $150 | |
| Heated second row seats | $200 | |
| Leather seating surfaces | $900 | |
| Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $50 | |
| Memory system, driver seat | $200 | |
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $100 | |
| Power recliner, driver seat | $100 | |
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||
| Alloy wheels | $350 | |
| Alloy-look steel wheels | $100 | |
| Electronic systems calibration selector | $200 | |
| Total Value of Features | $5,300 | $1,275 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $4,025 | $0 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -3,791 | 0 |
Specifications Comparison: Kia Forte vs. Chevrolet Malibu Classic
| Model Year | 2015 | 2008 |
| Model | Forte | Malibu Classic |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Wheelbase | 106.3 in | 106.3 in |
| Length | 179.5 in | 188.3 in |
| Width | 70.1 in | 69.9 in |
| Height | 56.5 in | 57.5 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,036 lb. | 3,297 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 13.2 gal. | 16.3 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 39.1 in | 39.6 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 56.1 in | 56.7 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 53.0 in | 53.2 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 42.2 in | 41.9 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 37.3 in | 37.6 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 54.9 in | 56.1 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 53.1 in | 52.4 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 35.9 in | 38.5 in |
| Cargo Volume | 14.9 ft3 | 15.4 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Kia Forte EX
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Heated second row seats | 200 | No |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power height adjuster, driver seat | 50 | Yes |
| Power tilt adjuster, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power recliner, driver seat | 100 | No |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | No |
| Perimeter approach lighting | 25 | No |
| Cooled or ventilated driver seat | 150 | No |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | No |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Sunroof | 900 | Yes |
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | 100 | No |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | No |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Heated steering wheel | 100 | No |
| Proximity key | 250 | No |
| Engine immobilizer (optional) | 0 | No |
| Total Requested | 1500 | 41% |
| Total Not Requested | 2125 | 59% |
| UVO Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| 215/45HR17 tires | 400 | No |
| Rearview camera | 200 | No |
| Voice control for external devices | 0 | No |
| SMS text-to-speech reader | 25 | No |
| Vehicle health reports | 0 | No |
| 911 assist | 25 | No |
| Bluetooth audio streaming | 25 | No |
| App support | 0 | No |
| Total Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Total Not Requested | 675 | 100% |
Option Package Details
Chevrolet Malibu Classic LT
| Front Seating Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power tilt adjuster, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 400 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Luxury and Convenience Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Illuminated visor mirror, passenger | 40 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Fog lights | 125 | Yes |
| Compass | 0 | No |
| Alloy-look steel wheels | 100 | No |
| Total Requested | 315 | 76% |
| Total Not Requested | 100 | 24% |
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