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Kia Forte vs. Chevrolet Malibu 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 Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $21,380 Kia Forte SX | ||
| Difference: $8,565 | ||
Lowest Total Invoice: $20,252 Kia Forte SX | ||
| Difference: $7,808 | ||
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| Model Year | 2011 | 2009 |
| Model | Forte | Malibu |
| Trim | SX | LTZ |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Price | $18,895 | $26,880 |
| Base Invoice | $18,000 | $25,402 |
| Leather Package | 1,000 | |
| Sunroof | 750 | 800 |
| Cargo net | 40 | |
| 3.6L V6 | 1,595 | |
| Leather Package | 870 | |
| Sunroof | 655 | 664 |
| Cargo net | 32 | |
| 3.6L V6 | 1,324 | |
| Options (change) | 1,790 | 2,395 |
| Options (change) | 1,557 | 1,988 |
| Destination | 695 | 670 |
| Total Price | $21,380 | $29,945 |
| Total Invoice | $20,252 | $28,060 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Kia Forte vs. Chevrolet Malibu
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Kia Forte SX | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $6,775 | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $6,131 | ||
| Model Year | 2011 | 2009 |
| Model | Forte | Malibu |
| Trim | SX | LTZ |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | 173hp I4 | 252hp V6 |
| Transmission | T6 | T6 |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | 22/32 MPG | 17/26 MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | ?, 6 | 210, 8 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 215/45-17 | 225/50-18 |
| Total Price | $21,380 | $29,945 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -1,790 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $21,380 | $28,155 |
| Total Invoice | $20,252 | $28,060 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -1,677 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $20,252 | $26,383 |
Features Comparison: Kia Forte vs. Chevrolet Malibu
| Model Year | 2011 | 2009 |
| Model | Forte | Malibu |
| Trim | SX | LTZ |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | $1100 |
| FWD | $0 | $0 |
| Accessories | ||
| Remote start | $150 | |
| Universal garage door opener | $100 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||
| Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats | $0 | |
| Cargo Management | ||
| Cargo mat | $40 | |
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | |
| Climate Control | ||
| Automatic climate control, front | $200 | |
| Interior air filter | $0 | |
| Wiper de-icer | $25 | |
| Exterior | ||
| Laminated front side windows | $200 | |
| Infotainment | ||
| CD changer, in-dash | $325 | |
| CD player | $125 | |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation | $225 | |
| USB port | $25 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | $75 | |
| Compass | $0 | |
| Heated mirrors | $25 | |
| Interior ambient lighting | $150 | |
| Trip computer | $150 | |
| Turn signals on or near mirrors | $25 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||
| Center armrest(s), second row | $50 | |
| Door sill trim plates | $100 | |
| Manual height adjuster, driver seat | $50 | |
| Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $50 | |
| Metal pedals | $75 | |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat | $100 | |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Power height adjuster, driver seat | $100 | |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Power recliner, driver seat | $100 | |
| Power tilt adjuster, driver seat | $100 | |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||
| Performance steering system (optional) | $0 | |
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | |
| Total Value of Features | $1,650 | $3,440 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $1,790 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | -1,677 |
Specifications Comparison: Kia Forte vs. Chevrolet Malibu
| Model Year | 2011 | 2009 |
| Model | Forte | Malibu |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Wheelbase | 104.3 in | 112.3 in |
| Length | 178.3 in | 191.8 in |
| Width | 69.9 in | 70.3 in |
| Height | 57.5 in | 57.1 in |
| Curb Weight | 2,822 lb. | 3,680 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 13.7 gal. | 16.0 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 40.0 in | 39.4 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 55.7 in | 55.9 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 53.0 in | 53.0 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 43.3 in | 42.2 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 37.8 in | 37.2 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 54.7 in | 53.9 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 53.3 in | 52.1 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 35.0 in | 37.6 in |
| Cargo Volume | 14.7 ft3 | 15.1 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Kia Forte SX
| Leather Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Wiper de-icer | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 1250 | 98% |
| Total Not Requested | 25 | 2% |
Option Package Details
Chevrolet Malibu LTZ
| 3.6L V6 DOHC-4v 252 hp@6300 251 lb-ft@3200 | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| 3.6L V6 DOHC-4v 252 hp@6300 251 lb-ft@3200 | 1000 | Yes |
| Performance steering system (optional) | 250 | No |
| Total Requested | 1000 | 80% |
| Total Not Requested | 250 | 20% |
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