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Kia Optima 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 Optima vs. Chevrolet Malibu Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $21,945 Kia Optima EX | ||
| Difference: $6,600 | ||
Lowest Total Invoice: $20,148 Kia Optima EX | ||
| Difference: $6,771 | ||
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| Model Year | 2006 | 2008 |
| Model | Optima | Malibu |
| Trim | EX | LTZ |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Price | $19,100 | $27,095 |
| Base Invoice | $17,605 | $25,605 |
| Leather Package | 1,000 | |
| Antilock brakes (ABS) | 795 | |
| Floor mats | 85 | |
| CD changer, remote | 375 | |
| Sunroof | 800 | |
| Leather Package | 890 | |
| Antilock brakes (ABS) | 710 | |
| Floor mats | 65 | |
| CD changer, remote | 288 | |
| Sunroof | 664 | |
| Options (change) | 2,255 | 800 |
| Options (change) | 1,953 | 664 |
| Destination | 590 | 650 |
| Total Price | $21,945 | $28,545 |
| Total Invoice | $20,148 | $26,919 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Kia Optima vs. Chevrolet Malibu
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Kia Optima EX | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $3,845 | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $4,173 | ||
| Model Year | 2006 | 2008 |
| Model | Optima | Malibu |
| Trim | EX | LTZ |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | 138hp I4 | 252hp V6 |
| Transmission | T4 | T6 |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 120, 6 | 210, 8 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 205/60-15 | 225/50-18 |
| Total Price | $21,945 | $28,545 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -2,755 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $21,945 | $25,790 |
| Total Invoice | $20,148 | $26,919 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -2,598 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $20,148 | $24,321 |
Features Comparison: Kia Optima vs. Chevrolet Malibu
| Model Year | 2006 | 2008 |
| Model | Optima | Malibu |
| Trim | EX | LTZ |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||
| 4-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $900 | |
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | |
| FWD | $0 | $0 |
| Accessories | ||
| Remote start | $150 | |
| Tilt steering wheel, manual | $150 | |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||
| Brake assist | $50 | |
| Side curtain airbags | $350 | |
| Stability control | $400 | |
| Tire-pressure monitor | $75 | |
| Traction control | $100 | |
| Cargo Management | ||
| Cargo mat | $40 | |
| Cargo net | $40 | |
| Exterior | ||
| Bodyside moldings | $75 | |
| Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) | $25 | |
| Laminated front side windows | $200 | |
| Infotainment | ||
| Audio controls on steering wheel | $125 | |
| Aux input | $50 | |
| Cassette player | $50 | |
| CD changer, in-dash | $325 | |
| CD changer, remote | $200 | |
| CD player | $125 | |
| MP3-compatible player | $50 | |
| Satellite radio | $200 | |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation | $225 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | $75 | |
| Compass | $0 | |
| Outside temperature display | $50 | |
| Turn signals on or near mirrors | $25 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||
| Center armrest(s), second row | $50 | |
| Heated front seats | $200 | |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||
| Performance steering system (optional) | $0 | |
| Transmission | ||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | |
| Total Value of Features | $1,650 | $4,405 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $2,755 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | -2,598 |
Specifications Comparison: Kia Optima vs. Chevrolet Malibu
| Model Year | 2006 | 2008 |
| Model | Optima | Malibu |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Wheelbase | 106.3 in | 112.3 in |
| Length | 185.8 in | 191.8 in |
| Width | 71.5 in | 70.3 in |
| Height | 55.5 in | 57.1 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,282 lb. | 3,451 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 17.2 gal. | 16.0 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 39.0 in | 39.4 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 56.9 in | 55.9 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 55.8 in | 53.0 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 43.3 in | 42.2 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 37.6 in | 37.2 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 55.7 in | 53.9 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 54.4 in | 52.1 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 36.2 in | 37.6 in |
| Cargo Volume | 13.6 ft3 | 15.1 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Kia Optima EX
| Leather Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1000 | 91% |
| Total Not Requested | 100 | 9% |
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