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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: $24,640

Kia Optima EX   
Difference: $5,555

Lowest Total Invoice: $22,795

Kia Optima EX   
Difference: $5,473

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20092009
ModelOptimaMalibu
TrimEXLTZ
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $20,690 $26,880
Base Invoice $19,255 $25,402
2.7L V6 1,005  
Premium Package 1,300  
Convenience Package 970  
Rear Power Package   250
Sunroof   800
3.6L V6   1,595
2.7L V6 840  
Premium Package 1,160  
Convenience Package 865  
Rear Power Package   208
Sunroof   664
3.6L V6   1,324
Options (change) 3,275 2,645
Options (change) 2,865 2,196
Destination 675 670
Total Price $24,640 $30,195
Total Invoice $22,795 $28,268

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Kia Optima vs. Chevrolet Malibu

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Kia Optima EX
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $4,650
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $4,626
Model Year20092009
ModelOptimaMalibu
TrimEXLTZ
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine194hp 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$24,640$30,195
Adjustments for Features0-905
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$24,640$29,290
Total Invoice$22,795$28,268
Adjustments for Features0-847
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$22,795$27,421

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Features Comparison: Kia Optima vs. Chevrolet Malibu

Model Year20092009
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
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 
Bluetooth cell phone link $100
Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation $225
USB port$25 
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror $75
Interior ambient lighting $150
Trip computer$150 
Turn signals on or near mirrors$25 
Seats and Interior Trim 
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$1,575$2,480
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$905
Value of Feature Adjustments0-847

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

Specifications Comparison: Kia Optima vs. Chevrolet Malibu

Model Year20092009
ModelOptimaMalibu
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase107.1 in112.3 in
Length189.0 in191.8 in
Width71.1 in70.3 in
Height58.3 in57.1 in
Curb Weight3,294 lb.3,680 lb.
Fuel Capacity16.4 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 Volume15.0 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
Infinity, 360W, 7 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Total Requested110076%
Total Not Requested35024%
Convenience Package
FeatureValueRequested?
215/50VR17 tires400No
Heated front seats200Yes
Power recliner, passenger seat100No
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Sunshade, rear125Yes
Power-adjustable pedals125No
Total Requested42540%
Total Not Requested62560%

Option Package Details
Chevrolet Malibu LTZ

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