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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: $26,945 Kia Forte EX | ||
| Difference: $9,685 | ||
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| Model Year | 2016 | 2020 |
| Model | Forte | Malibu |
| Trim | EX | Premier |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Price | $19,990 | $33,370 |
| Premium Package | 3,000 | |
| Premium Plus Package | 2,000 | |
| Universal garage door opener | 350 | |
| Cargo mat | 95 | |
| Remote start | 495 | |
| Floor mats | 115 | |
| Cargo net | 50 | 65 |
| Sun and Wheels Package | 2,270 | |
| Premium Package | 2,717 | |
| Premium Plus Package | 1,796 | |
| Universal garage door opener | 291 | |
| Cargo mat | 78 | |
| Remote start | 410 | |
| Floor mats | 93 | |
| Cargo net | 42 | 59 |
| Sun and Wheels Package | 2,066 | |
| Options (change) | 6,105 | 2,335 |
| Options (change) | 5,427 | 2,125 |
| Destination | 850 | 925 |
| Total Price | $26,945 | $36,630 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Kia Forte vs. Chevrolet Malibu
| Lowest Adjusted Price: Kia Forte EX | ||
| Lowest Adjusted Invoice: Chevrolet Malibu Premier | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $7,830 | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $22,374 | ||
| Model Year | 2016 | 2020 |
| Model | Forte | Malibu |
| Trim | EX | Premier |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | 173hp I4 | 250hp I4 |
| Transmission | T6 | T9 |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | 22/30 MPG | 22/32 MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | ?, 6 | ?, 9 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 215/45-17 | 245/40-19 |
| Total Price | $26,945 | $36,630 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -1,855 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $26,945 | $34,775 |
Features Comparison: Kia Forte vs. Chevrolet Malibu
| Model Year | 2016 | 2020 |
| Model | Forte | Malibu |
| Trim | EX | Premier |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | |
| 9-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1400 | |
| FWD | $0 | $0 |
| Accessories | ||
| AC power outlet | $100 | |
| Remote app | $25 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||
| 911 assist | $25 | |
| Knee airbag, driver | $75 | |
| Knee airbag, passenger | $75 | |
| Rear side airbags | $300 | |
| Rollover sensor | $50 | |
| Safety key | $5 | |
| Cargo Management | ||
| Air-conditioned storage compartment | $50 | |
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | |
| Exterior | ||
| Laminated front side windows | $200 | |
| Panoramic sunroof | $1200 | |
| Sunroof | $900 | |
| Infotainment | ||
| 4G LTE connectivity | $0 | |
| Android Auto support | $100 | |
| Apple CarPlay support | $100 | |
| CD player | $125 | |
| HD radio | $50 | |
| MP3-compatible player | $50 | |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation | $225 | |
| Traffic information | $25 | |
| Wi-Fi hotspot | $50 | |
| Wireless charging station | $75 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||
| Fog lights | $125 | |
| Interior ambient lighting | $150 | |
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||
| Cooled or ventilated driver seat | $150 | |
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | $300 | |
| Door sill trim plates | $100 | |
| Heated second row seats | $200 | |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Soft-touch instrument panel (optional) | $0 | |
| Upgraded floor mats | $0 | |
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||
| Electronic systems calibration selector | $200 | |
| Total Value of Features | $3,075 | $4,930 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $1,855 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | -154 |
Specifications Comparison: Kia Forte vs. Chevrolet Malibu
| Model Year | 2016 | 2020 |
| Model | Forte | Malibu |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Wheelbase | 106.3 in | 111.4 in |
| Length | 179.5 in | 194.2 in |
| Width | 70.1 in | 73.0 in |
| Height | 56.5 in | 57.3 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,036 lb. | 3,223 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 13.2 gal. | 15.8 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 39.1 in | 39.1 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 56.1 in | 58.5 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 53.0 in | 54.1 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 42.2 in | 41.5 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 37.3 in | 37.5 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 54.9 in | 57.1 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 53.1 in | 53.4 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 35.9 in | 38.1 in |
| Cargo Volume | 14.9 ft3 | 15.7 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Kia Forte EX
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Sunroof | 900 | Yes |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| Engine immobilizer (optional) | 0 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Perimeter approach lighting | 25 | No |
| Traffic information | 25 | No |
| HD radio | 50 | No |
| Vehicle health reports | 0 | Yes |
| 911 assist | 25 | No |
| Bluetooth audio streaming | 25 | Yes |
| App support | 0 | Yes |
| Voice control for external devices | 0 | Yes |
| SMS text-to-speech reader | 25 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 3250 | 96% |
| Total Not Requested | 125 | 4% |
| Premium Plus Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Heated second row seats | 200 | No |
| Power recliner, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | Yes |
| Upgraded instruments | 0 | No |
| Cooled or ventilated driver seat | 150 | Yes |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power height adjuster, driver seat | 50 | Yes |
| Power tilt adjuster, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Dual-zone climate control | 125 | Yes |
| Rear air vents | 100 | Yes |
| LED tail lights | 0 | No |
| Automatic climate control, front | 200 | Yes |
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Heated steering wheel | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1325 | 87% |
| Total Not Requested | 200 | 13% |
Option Package Details
Chevrolet Malibu Premier
| Sun and Wheels Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Panoramic sunroof | 1200 | No |
| 245/40R19 tires | 400 | No |
| Upgraded floor mats | 0 | No |
| Total Requested | 100 | 6% |
| Total Not Requested | 1600 | 94% |
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