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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: $475

Lowest Total Invoice: $22,795

Kia Optima EX   
Difference: $810

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20092006
ModelOptimaMalibu
TrimEXLTZ
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $20,690 $23,065
Base Invoice $19,255 $21,797
Premium Package 1,300  
Convenience Package 970  
2.7L V6 1,005  
CD changer, in-dash   300
Satellite radio   325
Sunroof   800
Premium Package 1,160  
Convenience Package 865  
2.7L V6 840  
CD changer, in-dash   249
Satellite radio   270
Sunroof   664
Options (change) 3,275 1,425
Options (change) 2,865 1,183
Destination 675 625
Total Price $24,640 $25,115
Total Invoice $22,795 $23,605

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Kia Optima vs. Chevrolet Malibu

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Kia Optima EX
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $1,010
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $1,305
Model Year20092006
ModelOptimaMalibu
TrimEXLTZ
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine194hp V6201hp V6
TransmissionT5T4
DrivetrainFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)20/28 MPG22/32 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)360, 7?, 6
Tire (rear if not all the same)215/50-17225/50-17
Total Price$24,640$25,115
Adjustments for Features-5350
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$24,105$25,115
Total Invoice$22,795$23,605
Adjustments for Features-4950
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$22,300$23,605

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Features Comparison: Kia Optima vs. Chevrolet Malibu

Model Year20092006
ModelOptimaMalibu
TrimEXLTZ
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
5-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1000 
4-speed manually-shiftable automatic $900
FWD$0$0
Accessories 
Remote start $150
Sunshade, rear$125 
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats$0 
Brake assist$50 
Stability control$400 
Tire-pressure monitor$75 
Cargo Management 
Cargo net $40
Overhead sunglass holder$25 
Climate Control 
Interior air filter$0 
Exterior 
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)$25 
Rear spoiler $200
Infotainment 
Aux input$50 
MP3-compatible player$50 
Telematics service, such as OnStar $200
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Turn signals on or near mirrors$25 
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row$50 
Folding passenger seat $150
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat$100 
Power recliner, driver seat$100 
Power recliner, passenger seat$100 
Synthetic suede inserts in leather seating surfaces $0
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Alloy wheels$350 
Polished alloy wheels $350
Total Value of Features$2,525$1,990
Value of Feature Adjustments$535$0
Value of Feature Adjustments-4950

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Specifications Comparison: Kia Optima vs. Chevrolet Malibu

Model Year20092006
ModelOptimaMalibu
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase107.1 in106.3 in
Length189.0 in188.3 in
Width71.1 in69.9 in
Height58.3 in57.5 in
Curb Weight3,294 lb.3,297 lb.
Fuel Capacity16.4 gal.16.3 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.8 in39.6 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room57.1 in56.7 in
Row 1 Hip Room54.5 in53.2 in
Row 1 Legroom43.7 in41.9 in
Row 2 Headroom38.0 in37.6 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room56.3 in56.1 in
Row 2 Hip Room54.7 in52.4 in
Row 2 Legroom37.8 in38.5 in
Cargo Volume15.0 ft315.4 ft3

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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 seat100No
Sunshade, rear125No
Power-adjustable pedals125Yes
Total Requested32531%
Total Not Requested72569%

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