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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: $5,545

Lowest Total Invoice: $23,015

Kia Optima EX   
Difference: $5,791

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20082011
ModelOptimaMalibu
TrimEXLTZ
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $19,895 $27,165
Base Invoice $18,510 $25,806
Convenience Package 700  
Appearance Package 700  
2.7L V6 1,005  
Stability control 650  
Premium Package 1,300  
Temporary spare tire   100
Sunroof   850
3.6L V6   1,595
Convenience Package 625  
Appearance Package 625  
2.7L V6 840  
Stability control 580  
Premium Package 1,160  
Temporary spare tire   88
Sunroof   748
3.6L V6   1,404
Options (change) 4,355 2,545
Options (change) 3,830 2,240
Destination 675 760
Total Price $24,925 $30,470
Total Invoice $23,015 $28,806

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Kia Optima vs. Chevrolet Malibu

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Kia Optima EX
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $4,955
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $5,233
Model Year20082011
ModelOptimaMalibu
TrimEXLTZ
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine185hp V6252hp V6
TransmissionT5T6
DrivetrainFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)20/28 MPG17/26 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)360, 7?, 8
Tire (rear if not all the same)215/50-17225/50-18
Total Price$24,925$30,470
Adjustments for Features0-590
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$24,925$29,880
Total Invoice$23,015$28,806
Adjustments for Features0-558
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$23,015$28,248

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Features Comparison: Kia Optima vs. Chevrolet Malibu

Model Year20082011
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
Power-adjustable pedals$125 
Remote start $150
Universal garage door opener$100 
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats$0 
Cargo Management 
Cargo mat $40
Overhead sunglass holder$25 
Climate Control 
Interior air filter$0 
Exterior 
Bodyside moldings$75 
Laminated front side windows $200
Infotainment 
Bluetooth cell phone link $100
CD changer, in-dash$325 
CD player $125
Satellite radio $200
Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation $225
USB port $25
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Compass $0
Interior ambient lighting $150
Trip computer$150 
Turn signals on or near mirrors$25 
Seats and Interior Trim 
Aluminum trim$100 
Center armrest(s), second row$50 
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat$50 
Power height adjuster, passenger seat $100
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat $100
Power recliner, passenger seat$100 
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat $100
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Performance steering system (optional) $0
Total Value of Features$2,125$2,715
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$590
Value of Feature Adjustments0-558

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

Specifications Comparison: Kia Optima vs. Chevrolet Malibu

Model Year20082011
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.3,645 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

Convenience Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Heated front seats200Yes
Power recliner, passenger seat100No
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Sunshade, rear125Yes
Power-adjustable pedals125No
Total Requested42565%
Total Not Requested22535%
Appearance Package
FeatureValueRequested?
215/50VR17 tires400No
Upgraded instruments0No
Aluminum trim100No
Special exterior trim0No
Total Requested00%
Total Not Requested500100%
Premium Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Sunroof900Yes
CD changer, in-dash200No
MP3-compatible player50Yes
Infinity, 360W, 7 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Total Requested95063%
Total Not Requested55037%

Option Package Details
Chevrolet Malibu LTZ

3.6L V6
DOHC-4v
252 hp@6300
251 lb-ft@3200
FeatureValueRequested?
3.6L V6
DOHC-4v
252 hp@6300
251 lb-ft@3200		1000Yes
Performance steering system (optional)250No
Total Requested100080%
Total Not Requested25020%

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