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Kia Optima vs. Chevrolet Malibu Classic Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Kia Optima vs. Chevrolet Malibu Classic Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $18,785

Kia Optima LX   
Difference: $2,385

Lowest Total Invoice: $18,410

Kia Optima LX   
Difference: $1,710

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20102008
ModelOptimaMalibu Classic
TrimLXLT
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $17,995 $20,320
Base Invoice $17,640 $19,304
Floor mats 95  
Satellite radio   200
Floor mats 75  
Satellite radio   166
Options (change) 95 200
Options (change) 75 166
Destination 695 650
Total Price $18,785 $21,170
Total Invoice $18,410 $20,120

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Kia Optima vs. Chevrolet Malibu Classic

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Kia Optima LX
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $1,570
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $935
Model Year20102008
ModelOptimaMalibu Classic
TrimLXLT
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine175hp I4219hp V6
TransmissionM5T4
DrivetrainFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)22/32 MPG18/28 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 6?, 6
Tire (rear if not all the same)205/60-16215/60-16
Total Price$18,785$21,170
Adjustments for Features0-815
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$18,785$20,355
Total Invoice$18,410$20,120
Adjustments for Features0-775
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$18,410$19,345

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Features Comparison: Kia Optima vs. Chevrolet Malibu Classic

Model Year20102008
ModelOptimaMalibu Classic
TrimLXLT
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
5-speed manual$0 
4-speed manually-shiftable automatic $900
FWD$0$0
Accessories 
Cruise control $150
Remote keyless entry $225
Tilt steering wheel, manual$150 
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual $250
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats$0 
Brake assist$50 
Front side airbags$350 
Stability control$400 
Cargo Management 
Overhead sunglass holder$25 
Climate Control 
Interior air filter$0 
Infotainment 
Audio controls on steering wheel $125
Aux input$50 
MP3-compatible player$50 
USB port$25 
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Automatic headlights $125
Heated mirrors$25 
Illuminated visor mirror, driver $50
Interior ambient lighting$150 
Outside temperature display $50
Trip computer $150
Turn signals on or near mirrors$25 
Visor mirror, driver$10 
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row$50 
Leather-wrapped steering wheel $150
Manual height adjuster, driver seat$50 
Manual tilt adjuster, driver seat$50 
Power height adjuster, driver seat $100
Total Value of Features$1,460$2,275
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$815
Value of Feature Adjustments0-775

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Specifications Comparison: Kia Optima vs. Chevrolet Malibu Classic

Model Year20102008
ModelOptimaMalibu Classic
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase107.1 in106.3 in
Length189.0 in188.3 in
Width71.1 in69.9 in
Height58.3 in57.5 in
Curb Weight3,157 lb.3,297 lb.
Fuel Capacity16.4 gal.16.3 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.8 in39.6 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room57.1 in56.7 in
Row 1 Hip Room54.5 in53.2 in
Row 1 Legroom43.7 in41.9 in
Row 2 Headroom38.0 in37.6 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room56.3 in56.1 in
Row 2 Hip Room54.7 in52.4 in
Row 2 Legroom37.8 in38.5 in
Cargo Volume15.0 ft315.4 ft3

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