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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: $27,800 Kia Forte EX | ||
| Difference: $7,580 | ||
Lowest Total Invoice: $26,067 Kia Forte EX | ||
| Difference: $7,756 | ||
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| Model Year | 2017 | 2018 |
| Model | Forte | Malibu |
| Trim | EX | Premier |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Price | $21,300 | $30,975 |
| Base Invoice | $20,130 | $29,736 |
| Premium Plus Package | 4,490 | |
| Universal garage door opener | 350 | |
| Cargo mat | 95 | |
| Remote start | 495 | |
| Floor mats | 125 | |
| Cargo net | 50 | 65 |
| Driver Confidence Package | 1,195 | |
| Sun and Wheels Package | 2,270 | |
| Premium Plus Package | 4,119 | |
| Universal garage door opener | 291 | |
| Cargo mat | 78 | |
| Remote start | 410 | |
| Floor mats | 102 | |
| Cargo net | 42 | 59 |
| Driver Confidence Package | 1,087 | |
| Sun and Wheels Package | 2,066 | |
| Options (change) | 5,605 | 3,530 |
| Options (change) | 5,042 | 3,212 |
| Destination | 895 | 875 |
| Total Price | $27,800 | $35,380 |
| Total Invoice | $26,067 | $33,823 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Kia Forte vs. Chevrolet Malibu
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Kia Forte EX | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $5,800 | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $6,054 | ||
| Model Year | 2017 | 2018 |
| Model | Forte | Malibu |
| Trim | EX | Premier |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | 164hp I4 | 250hp I4 |
| Transmission | T6 | T9 |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | 25/30 MPG | 22/32 MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | ?, 6 | ?, 9 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 215/45-17 | 245/40-19 |
| Total Price | $27,800 | $35,380 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -1,780 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $27,800 | $33,600 |
| Total Invoice | $26,067 | $33,823 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -1,702 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $26,067 | $32,121 |
Features Comparison: Kia Forte vs. Chevrolet Malibu
| Model Year | 2017 | 2018 |
| 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 | |
| Heated steering wheel | $100 | |
| Remote app | $25 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||
| 911 assist | $25 | |
| Automatic braking, high-speed or partial | $200 | |
| Following distance indicator | $25 | |
| Knee airbag, driver | $75 | |
| Knee airbag, passenger | $75 | |
| Obstacle detection, front | $150 | |
| Obstacle detection, rear | $250 | |
| Rear side airbags | $300 | |
| Rollover sensor | $50 | |
| Safety key | $5 | |
| Cargo Management | ||
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | |
| Exterior | ||
| Laminated front side windows | $200 | |
| Panoramic sunroof | $1200 | |
| Sunroof | $900 | |
| Infotainment | ||
| 4G LTE connectivity | $0 | |
| HD radio | $50 | |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation | $225 | |
| Traffic information | $25 | |
| Wi-Fi hotspot | $50 | |
| Wireless charging station | $75 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||
| Approach detection | $25 | |
| Auto-dimming headlights | $200 | |
| Fog lights | $125 | |
| Interior ambient lighting | $150 | |
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | |
| Steering-linked headlights | $150 | |
| Xenon HID headlights | $500 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||
| Door sill trim plates | $100 | |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Upgraded floor mats | $0 | |
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||
| Electronic systems calibration selector | $200 | |
| Total Value of Features | $3,375 | $5,155 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $1,780 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | -1,702 |
Specifications Comparison: Kia Forte vs. Chevrolet Malibu
| Model Year | 2017 | 2018 |
| Model | Forte | Malibu |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Wheelbase | 106.3 in | 111.4 in |
| Length | 179.5 in | 193.8 in |
| Width | 70.1 in | 73.0 in |
| Height | 56.3 in | 57.7 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,011 lb. | 3,388 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 | 53.8 in | 54.1 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 42.2 in | 42.0 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 | 15.8 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Kia Forte EX
| Premium Plus Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Steering-linked headlights | 150 | No |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | No |
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | 300 | Yes |
| Lane departure warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Rear cross-traffic detection | 100 | Yes |
| Automatic braking, low-speed | 200 | Yes |
| Automatic braking, high-speed or partial | 200 | No |
| Forward collision warning | 200 | Yes |
| Lane departure prevention system, steering-based | 200 | Yes |
| Pedestrian detection | 50 | Yes |
| Upgraded instruments | 0 | No |
| Sunroof | 900 | Yes |
| 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 | Yes |
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Traffic information | 25 | No |
| HD radio | 50 | No |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 3850 | 81% |
| Total Not Requested | 925 | 19% |
Option Package Details
Chevrolet Malibu Premier
| Driver Confidence Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Obstacle detection, front | 150 | No |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | No |
| Auto-dimming headlights | 200 | No |
| Lane departure warning | 200 | Yes |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Cross-traffic warning, rear | 100 | Yes |
| Automatic braking, low-speed | 200 | Yes |
| Forward collision warning | 200 | Yes |
| Lane departure prevention, steering-based | 200 | Yes |
| Pedestrian detection | 50 | Yes |
| Following distance indicator | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 1150 | 65% |
| Total Not Requested | 625 | 35% |
| 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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