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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: $22,135 Kia Optima EX | |||
| Difference: $7,505 | |||
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| Model Year | 2007 | 2020 | 2020 |
| Model | Optima | Malibu | Malibu |
| Trim | EX | LT | Premier |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Price | $19,395 | $26,670 | $33,370 |
| Convenience Package | 700 | ||
| Leather seating surfaces | 600 | ||
| Sunroof | 800 | ||
| Convenience and Technology Package | 895 | ||
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,150 | ||
| Sun and Wheels Package | 2,270 | ||
| Convenience Package | 625 | ||
| Leather seating surfaces | 535 | ||
| Sunroof | 715 | ||
| Convenience and Technology Package | 814 | ||
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,047 | ||
| Sun and Wheels Package | 2,066 | ||
| Options (change) | 2,100 | 2,045 | 2,270 |
| Options (change) | 1,875 | 1,861 | 2,066 |
| Destination | 640 | 925 | 925 |
| Total Price | $22,135 | $29,640 | $36,565 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Kia Optima vs. Chevrolet Malibu
| Lowest Adjusted Price: Kia Optima EX | |||
| Lowest Adjusted Invoice: Chevrolet Malibu Premier | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $5,775 | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $17,978 | |||
| Model Year | 2007 | 2020 | 2020 |
| Model | Optima | Malibu | Malibu |
| Trim | EX | LT | Premier |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | 161hp I4 | 160hp I4 | 250hp I4 |
| Transmission | T5 | CVT-7 | T9 |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | FWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 360, 7 | ?, 6 | ?, 9 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 205/60-16 | 225/55-17 | 245/40-19 |
| Total Price | $22,135 | $29,640 | $36,565 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -1,730 | -4,995 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $22,135 | $27,910 | $31,570 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $0 | $3,660 |
Features Comparison: Kia Optima vs. Chevrolet Malibu
| Model Year | 2007 | 2020 | 2020 |
| Model | Optima | Malibu | Malibu |
| Trim | EX | LT | Premier |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | |||
| 5-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1000 | ||
| 7-speed manually-shiftable CVT | $1100 | ||
| 9-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1400 | ||
| FWD | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Accessories | |||
| AC power outlet | $100 | $100 | |
| Heated steering wheel | $100 | ||
| Power-adjustable pedals | $125 | ||
| Proximity key | $250 | $250 | |
| Remote app | $25 | $25 | |
| Remote start | $150 | $150 | |
| Sunshade, rear | $125 | ||
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | |||
| Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats | $0 | ||
| Antilock brakes (ABS) | $400 | $400 | |
| Brake assist | $50 | $50 | |
| Knee airbag, driver | $75 | $75 | |
| Knee airbag, passenger | $75 | $75 | |
| Rear side airbags | $300 | $300 | |
| Rearview camera | $200 | $200 | |
| Rollover sensor | $50 | $50 | |
| Safety key | $5 | $5 | |
| Stability control | $400 | $400 | |
| Traction control | $100 | $100 | |
| Vehicle health reports | $0 | $0 | |
| Cargo Management | |||
| Cargo mat | $40 | ||
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | ||
| Climate Control | |||
| Automatic climate control, front | $200 | $200 | |
| Dual-zone climate control | $125 | ||
| Rear air vents | $100 | $100 | |
| Engine / Motor | |||
| Automatic start / stop | $150 | ||
| Exterior | |||
| Active grille shutters | $0 | ||
| Bodyside moldings | $75 | ||
| Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) | $25 | ||
| Laminated front side windows | $200 | $200 | |
| Panoramic sunroof | $1200 | $1200 | |
| Sunroof | $900 | ||
| Infotainment | |||
| 4G LTE connectivity | $0 | $0 | |
| Android Auto support | $100 | $100 | |
| App support | $0 | $0 | |
| Apple CarPlay support | $100 | $100 | |
| Aux input | $50 | $50 | |
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | $25 | |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | $100 | $100 | |
| Cassette player | $50 | ||
| CD changer, in-dash | $325 | ||
| MP3-compatible player | $50 | ||
| Navigation system | $600 | ||
| Satellite radio | $200 | $200 | |
| SMS text-to-speech reader | $25 | $25 | |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation | $225 | $225 | |
| Voice control for audio system | $25 | ||
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | $0 | |
| Voice control for nav and audio | $100 | ||
| Wi-Fi hotspot | $50 | $50 | |
| Wireless charging station | $75 | $75 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | |||
| Compass | $0 | $0 | |
| Fog lights | $125 | ||
| Turn signals on or near mirrors | $25 | $25 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | |||
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | $300 | ||
| Heated front seats | $200 | $200 | |
| Leather seating surfaces | $900 | $900 | |
| Manual height adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | ||
| Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $50 | ||
| Memory system, driver seat | $200 | ||
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | ||
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | |
| Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | ||
| Power recliner, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | |
| Upgraded floor mats | $0 | ||
| Total Value of Features | $4,350 | $6,080 | $9,345 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $1,730 | $4,995 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | -163 | -409 |
Specifications Comparison: Kia Optima vs. Chevrolet Malibu
| Model Year | 2007 | 2020 |
| Model | Optima | Malibu |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Wheelbase | 107.1 in | 111.4 in |
| Length | 186.4 in | 194.2 in |
| Width | 71.1 in | 73.0 in |
| Height | 58.3 in | 57.3 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,143 lb. | 3,127 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 17.0 gal. | 15.8 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 39.8 in | 39.1 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 57.1 in | 58.5 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 54.5 in | 54.1 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 43.7 in | 41.5 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 38.0 in | 37.5 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 56.3 in | 57.1 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 54.7 in | 53.4 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 37.8 in | 38.1 in |
| Cargo Volume | 14.8 ft3 | 15.7 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Kia Optima EX
| Convenience Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Sunshade, rear | 125 | No |
| Power-adjustable pedals | 125 | No |
| Total Requested | 400 | 62% |
| Total Not Requested | 250 | 38% |
Option Package Details
Chevrolet Malibu LT
| Convenience and Technology Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Leather-wrapped steering wheel | 150 | Yes |
| AC power outlet | 100 | No |
| Remote start | 150 | No |
| Wireless charging station | 75 | No |
| Total Requested | 300 | 48% |
| Total Not Requested | 325 | 52% |
| Panoramic sunroof | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Panoramic sunroof | 1200 | No |
| Total Requested | 100 | 8% |
| Total Not Requested | 1200 | 92% |
Option Package Details
Chevrolet Malibu Premier
| 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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