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Kia Optima 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 Optima vs. Chevrolet Malibu Classic Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $22,040 Kia Optima EX | ||
| Difference: $950 | ||
Lowest Total Invoice: $20,405 Kia Optima EX | ||
| Difference: $1,226 | ||
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| Model Year | 2007 | 2008 |
| Model | Optima | Malibu Classic |
| Trim | EX | LT |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Price | $19,395 | $20,320 |
| Base Invoice | $18,045 | $19,304 |
| Rear spoiler | 200 | 175 |
| Sunroof | 800 | 800 |
| 2.7L V6 | 1,005 | |
| Front Seating Package | 450 | |
| Luxury and Convenience Package | 595 | |
| Rear spoiler | 160 | 145 |
| Sunroof | 715 | 664 |
| 2.7L V6 | 845 | |
| Front Seating Package | 374 | |
| Luxury and Convenience Package | 494 | |
| Options (change) | 2,005 | 2,020 |
| Options (change) | 1,720 | 1,677 |
| Destination | 640 | 650 |
| Total Price | $22,040 | $22,990 |
| Total Invoice | $20,405 | $21,631 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Kia Optima vs. Chevrolet Malibu Classic
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Kia Optima EX | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $1,875 | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $2,082 | ||
| Model Year | 2007 | 2008 |
| Model | Optima | Malibu Classic |
| Trim | EX | LT |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | 185hp V6 | 219hp V6 |
| Transmission | T5 | T4 |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | 22/30 MPG | 18/28 MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 360, 7 | ?, 6 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 205/60-16 | 215/60-16 |
| Total Price | $22,040 | $22,990 |
| Adjustments for Features | -925 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $21,115 | $22,990 |
| Total Invoice | $20,405 | $21,631 |
| Adjustments for Features | -856 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $19,549 | $21,631 |
Features Comparison: Kia Optima vs. Chevrolet Malibu Classic
| Model Year | 2007 | 2008 |
| Model | Optima | Malibu Classic |
| Trim | EX | LT |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||
| 5-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1000 | |
| 4-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $900 | |
| FWD | $0 | $0 |
| Accessories | ||
| Universal garage door opener | $100 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||
| Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats | $0 | |
| Antilock brakes (ABS) | $400 | |
| Front side airbags | $350 | |
| Traction control | $100 | |
| Cargo Management | ||
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | |
| Climate Control | ||
| Automatic climate control, front | $200 | |
| Interior air filter | $0 | |
| Exterior | ||
| Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) | $25 | |
| Infotainment | ||
| Cassette player | $50 | |
| CD changer, in-dash | $325 | |
| CD player | $125 | |
| MP3-compatible player | $50 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||
| Compass | $0 | |
| Heated mirrors | $25 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||
| Center armrest(s), second row | $50 | |
| Heated front seats | $200 | |
| Power recliner, driver seat | $100 | |
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||
| Alloy wheels | $350 | |
| Total Value of Features | $2,650 | $1,725 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $925 | $0 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -856 | 0 |
Specifications Comparison: Kia Optima vs. Chevrolet Malibu Classic
| Model Year | 2007 | 2008 |
| Model | Optima | Malibu Classic |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Wheelbase | 107.1 in | 106.3 in |
| Length | 186.4 in | 188.3 in |
| Width | 71.1 in | 69.9 in |
| Height | 58.3 in | 57.5 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,287 lb. | 3,297 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 17.0 gal. | 16.3 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 39.8 in | 39.6 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 57.1 in | 56.7 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 54.5 in | 53.2 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 43.7 in | 41.9 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 38.0 in | 37.6 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 56.3 in | 56.1 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 54.7 in | 52.4 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 37.8 in | 38.5 in |
| Cargo Volume | 14.8 ft3 | 15.4 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Chevrolet Malibu Classic LT
| Front Seating Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Heated front seats | 200 | No |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power tilt adjuster, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 200 | 50% |
| Total Not Requested | 200 | 50% |
| 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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