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Kia Optima vs. Chevrolet Malibu Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Kia Optima vs. Chevrolet Malibu Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $24,925

Kia Optima EX   
Difference: $3,995

Lowest Total Invoice: $23,015

Kia Optima EX   
Difference: $4,216

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20082008
ModelOptimaMalibu
TrimEXLTZ
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $19,895 $27,095
Base Invoice $18,510 $25,605
Stability control 650  
2.7L V6 1,005  
Premium Package 1,300  
Convenience Package 700  
Appearance Package 700  
Rear Power Package   250
Sunroof   800
Power-adjustable pedals   125
Stability control 580  
2.7L V6 840  
Premium Package 1,160  
Convenience Package 625  
Appearance Package 625  
Rear Power Package   208
Sunroof   664
Power-adjustable pedals   104
Options (change) 4,355 1,175
Options (change) 3,830 976
Destination 675 650
Total Price $24,925 $28,920
Total Invoice $23,015 $27,231

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Kia Optima vs. Chevrolet Malibu

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Kia Optima EX
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $2,915
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $3,199
Model Year20082008
ModelOptimaMalibu
TrimEXLTZ
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine185hp V6252hp V6
TransmissionT5T6
DrivetrainFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)20/28 MPG17/26 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)360, 7210, 8
Tire (rear if not all the same)215/50-17225/50-18
Total Price$24,925$28,920
Adjustments for Features0-1,080
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$24,925$27,840
Total Invoice$23,015$27,231
Adjustments for Features0-1,017
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$23,015$26,214

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Features Comparison: Kia Optima vs. Chevrolet Malibu

Model Year20082008
ModelOptimaMalibu
TrimEXLTZ
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
5-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1000 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic $1100
FWD$0$0
Accessories 
AC power outlet $100
Remote start $150
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats$0 
Cargo Management 
Cargo mat $40
Cargo net $40
Overhead sunglass holder$25 
Climate Control 
Interior air filter$0 
Exterior 
Bodyside moldings$75 
Laminated front side windows $200
Infotainment 
Satellite radio $200
Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation $225
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror $75
Compass $0
Interior ambient lighting $150
Trip computer$150 
Seats and Interior Trim 
Aluminum trim$100 
Center armrest(s), second row$50 
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$1,500$2,580
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$1,080
Value of Feature Adjustments0-1,017

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See a complete comparison of Kia Optima vs. Chevrolet Malibu features.

Specifications Comparison: Kia Optima vs. Chevrolet Malibu

Model Year20082008
ModelOptimaMalibu
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase107.1 in112.3 in
Length186.4 in191.8 in
Width71.1 in70.3 in
Height58.3 in57.1 in
Curb Weight3,287 lb.3,680 lb.
Fuel Capacity17.0 gal.16.0 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.8 in39.4 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room57.1 in55.9 in
Row 1 Hip Room54.5 in53.0 in
Row 1 Legroom43.7 in42.2 in
Row 2 Headroom38.0 in37.2 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room56.3 in53.9 in
Row 2 Hip Room54.7 in52.1 in
Row 2 Legroom37.8 in37.6 in
Cargo Volume14.8 ft315.1 ft3

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See a complete comparison of Kia Optima vs. Chevrolet Malibu specs.

Option Package Details
Kia Optima EX

Premium Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Sunroof900Yes
CD changer, in-dash200Yes
MP3-compatible player50Yes
Infinity, 360W, 7 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Total Requested115077%
Total Not Requested35023%
Convenience Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Heated front seats200Yes
Power recliner, passenger seat100No
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Sunshade, rear125Yes
Power-adjustable pedals125Yes
Total Requested55085%
Total Not Requested10015%
Appearance Package
FeatureValueRequested?
215/50VR17 tires400No
Upgraded instruments0No
Aluminum trim100No
Special exterior trim0No
Total Requested00%
Total Not Requested500100%

Option Package Details
Chevrolet Malibu LTZ

Rear Power Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Sunshade, rear125Yes
AC power outlet100No
Total Requested12556%
Total Not Requested10044%

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