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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: $23,190 Chevrolet Malibu Classic LT | |||
| Difference: $5,335 | |||
Lowest Total Invoice: $21,797 Chevrolet Malibu Classic LT | |||
| Difference: $4,948 | |||
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| Model Year | 2015 | 2015 | 2008 |
| Model | Optima | Optima | Malibu Classic |
| Trim | SX Turbo | SX Limited Turbo | LT |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Price | $27,700 | $35,500 | $20,320 |
| Base Invoice | $25,920 | $33,140 | $19,304 |
| Front Seating Package | 450 | ||
| Luxury and Convenience Package | 595 | ||
| Rear spoiler | 175 | ||
| Satellite radio | 200 | ||
| Sunroof | 800 | ||
| Front Seating Package | 374 | ||
| Luxury and Convenience Package | 494 | ||
| Rear spoiler | 145 | ||
| Satellite radio | 166 | ||
| Sunroof | 664 | ||
| Options (change) | 0 | 0 | 2,220 |
| Options (change) | 0 | 0 | 1,843 |
| Destination | 825 | 825 | 650 |
| Total Price | $28,525 | $36,325 | $23,190 |
| Total Invoice | $26,745 | $33,965 | $21,797 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Kia Optima vs. Chevrolet Malibu Classic
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Chevrolet Malibu Classic LT | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $1,860 | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $1,690 | |||
| Model Year | 2015 | 2015 | 2008 |
| Model | Optima | Optima | Malibu Classic |
| Trim | SX Turbo | SX Limited Turbo | LT |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | 274hp I4 | 274hp I4 | 219hp V6 |
| Transmission | T6 | T6 | T4 |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | FWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | 20/31 MPG | 20/31 MPG | 18/28 MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | ?, 6 | ?, 8 | ?, 6 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 225/45-18 | 225/45-18 | 215/60-16 |
| Total Price | $28,525 | $36,325 | $23,190 |
| Adjustments for Features | -3,475 | -9,025 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $25,050 | $27,300 | $23,190 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $2,250 | $0 |
| Total Invoice | $26,745 | $33,965 | $21,797 |
| Adjustments for Features | -3,258 | -8,439 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $23,487 | $25,526 | $21,797 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $2,039 | $0 |
Features Comparison: Kia Optima vs. Chevrolet Malibu Classic
| Model Year | 2015 | 2015 | 2008 |
| Model | Optima | Optima | Malibu Classic |
| Trim | SX Turbo | SX Limited Turbo | LT |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | |||
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | $1100 | |
| 4-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $900 | ||
| FWD | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Accessories | |||
| Heated steering wheel | $100 | ||
| Proximity key | $250 | $250 | |
| Universal garage door opener | $100 | $100 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | |||
| 911 assist | $25 | ||
| Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats | $0 | $0 | |
| Blind spot warning system | $200 | ||
| Brake assist | $50 | $50 | |
| Cross-traffic warning, rear | $100 | ||
| Front side airbags | $350 | $350 | |
| Obstacle detection, rear | $250 | ||
| Rearview camera | $200 | ||
| Stability control | $400 | $400 | |
| Temporary spare tire | $150 | ||
| Vehicle health reports | $0 | ||
| Cargo Management | |||
| Air-conditioned storage compartment | $50 | $50 | |
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | $25 | |
| Climate Control | |||
| Automatic climate control, front | $200 | $200 | |
| Dual-zone climate control | $125 | $125 | |
| Interior air filter | $0 | $0 | |
| Ionizing air filtration | $50 | $50 | |
| Rear air vents | $100 | $100 | |
| Exterior | |||
| Body kit | $0 | $0 | |
| Bodyside moldings | $75 | ||
| Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) | $25 | $25 | |
| Laminated front side windows | $200 | $200 | |
| Painted brake calipers (optional) | $0 | ||
| Panoramic sunroof | $1200 | ||
| Rear spoiler | $200 | $200 | |
| Sunroof | $900 | ||
| Infotainment | |||
| App support | $0 | ||
| Aux input | $50 | $50 | |
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | ||
| Bluetooth cell phone link | $100 | $100 | |
| HD radio | $50 | ||
| MP3-compatible player | $50 | $50 | |
| Navigation system | $600 | ||
| SMS text-to-speech reader | $25 | ||
| Surround sound | $250 | ||
| Traffic information | $25 | ||
| USB port | $25 | $25 | |
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | ||
| Voice control for nav and audio | $100 | ||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | |||
| Heated mirrors | $25 | $25 | |
| Interior ambient lighting | $150 | $150 | |
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | ||
| Speaker lights | $100 | $100 | |
| Turn signals on or near mirrors | $25 | $25 | |
| Xenon HID headlights | $500 | $500 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | |||
| Center armrest(s), second row | $50 | $50 | |
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | $300 | ||
| Floor mats | $75 | ||
| Heated front seats | $200 | $200 | |
| Heated second row seats | $200 | ||
| Illuminated door sill trim plates | $200 | $200 | |
| Leather door panel trim | $250 | ||
| Leather seating surfaces | $900 | $900 | |
| Leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | $150 | |
| Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $50 | ||
| Memory system, driver seat | $200 | ||
| Metal pedals | $75 | $75 | |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | ||
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | |
| Power recliner, driver seat | $100 | $100 | |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | $100 | ||
| Wood trim | $300 | ||
| Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | ||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | |||
| Alloy wheels | $350 | ||
| Alloy-look steel wheels | $100 | ||
| Chrome-plated alloy wheels | $850 | ||
| Electronic systems calibration selector | $200 | $200 | |
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | $0 | |
| Transmission | |||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | $100 | |
| Total Value of Features | $6,275 | $11,825 | $2,800 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $3,475 | $9,025 | $0 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -3,258 | -8,439 | 0 |
Specifications Comparison: Kia Optima vs. Chevrolet Malibu Classic
| Model Year | 2015 | 2008 |
| Model | Optima | Malibu Classic |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Wheelbase | 110.0 in | 106.3 in |
| Length | 190.7 in | 188.3 in |
| Width | 72.1 in | 69.9 in |
| Height | 57.9 in | 57.5 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,468 lb. | 3,297 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 18.5 gal. | 16.3 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 40.0 in | 39.6 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 57.3 in | 56.7 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 54.7 in | 53.2 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 45.5 in | 41.9 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 37.6 in | 37.6 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 55.7 in | 56.1 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 54.5 in | 52.4 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 34.7 in | 38.5 in |
| Cargo Volume | 15.4 ft3 | 15.4 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Chevrolet Malibu Classic LT
| Front Seating Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power tilt adjuster, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 400 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| 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 | Yes |
| Alloy-look steel wheels | 100 | No |
| Total Requested | 315 | 76% |
| Total Not Requested | 100 | 24% |
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