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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: $25,840 Kia Optima EX | |||
| Difference: $4,225 | |||
Lowest Total Invoice: $23,870 Kia Optima EX | |||
| Difference: $4,551 | |||
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| Model Year | 2009 | 2013 | 2013 |
| Model | Optima | Malibu | Malibu |
| Trim | EX | 2LT | LTZ |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Price | $20,690 | $24,890 | $27,365 |
| Base Invoice | $19,255 | $23,769 | $25,859 |
| Premium Package | 1,300 | ||
| Convenience Package | 970 | ||
| 2.7L V6 | 1,005 | ||
| Navigation system | 1,200 | 795 | 795 |
| Leather Package | 1,000 | ||
| Electronics and Entertainment Package | 1,175 | 1,900 | |
| Forward collision warning | 395 | ||
| Sunroof | 1,000 | ||
| Premium Package | 1,160 | ||
| Convenience Package | 865 | ||
| 2.7L V6 | 840 | ||
| Navigation system | 1,075 | 700 | 700 |
| Leather Package | 880 | ||
| Electronics and Entertainment Package | 1,034 | 1,672 | |
| Forward collision warning | 348 | ||
| Sunroof | 880 | ||
| Options (change) | 4,475 | 4,365 | 2,695 |
| Options (change) | 3,940 | 3,842 | 2,372 |
| Destination | 675 | 810 | 810 |
| Total Price | $25,840 | $30,065 | $30,870 |
| Total Invoice | $23,870 | $28,421 | $29,041 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Kia Optima vs. Chevrolet Malibu
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Kia Optima EX | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $1,710 | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $2,174 | |||
| Model Year | 2009 | 2013 | 2013 |
| Model | Optima | Malibu | Malibu |
| Trim | EX | 2LT | LTZ |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | 194hp V6 | 197hp I4 | 197hp I4 |
| Transmission | T5 | T6 | T6 |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | FWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | 20/28 MPG | 22/34 MPG | 22/34 MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 360, 7 | ?, 9 | ?, 9 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 215/50-17 | 235/50-18 | 235/50-18 |
| Total Price | $25,840 | $30,065 | $30,870 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -2,515 | -2,165 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $25,840 | $27,550 | $28,705 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $0 | $1,155 |
| Total Invoice | $23,870 | $28,421 | $29,041 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -2,377 | -2,037 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $23,870 | $26,044 | $27,004 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $0 | $960 |
Features Comparison: Kia Optima vs. Chevrolet Malibu
| Model Year | 2009 | 2013 | 2013 |
| Model | Optima | Malibu | Malibu |
| Trim | EX | 2LT | LTZ |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | |||
| 5-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1000 | ||
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | $1100 | |
| FWD | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Accessories | |||
| AC power outlet | $100 | $100 | |
| Power-adjustable pedals | $125 | ||
| Remote start | $150 | $150 | |
| Sunshade, rear | $125 | ||
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | |||
| Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats | $0 | ||
| Forward collision warning | $200 | ||
| Knee airbag, driver | $75 | $75 | |
| Knee airbag, passenger | $75 | $75 | |
| Lane departure warning | $200 | ||
| Rear side airbags | $300 | $300 | |
| Rearview camera | $200 | $200 | |
| Rollover sensor | $50 | $50 | |
| Cargo Management | |||
| Cargo net | $40 | $40 | |
| Climate Control | |||
| Dual-zone climate control | $125 | $125 | |
| Exterior | |||
| Bodyside moldings | $75 | $75 | |
| Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) | $25 | $25 | |
| Laminated front side windows | $200 | $200 | |
| Infotainment | |||
| App support | $0 | $0 | |
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | $25 | |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | $100 | $100 | |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation | $225 | $225 | |
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | $0 | |
| Voice control for nav and audio | $100 | $100 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | |||
| Interior ambient lighting | $150 | $150 | |
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | $25 | $25 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | |||
| Door sill trim plates | $100 | $100 | |
| Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $50 | ||
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $150 | $150 | |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $150 | $150 | |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | |
| Total Value of Features | $1,500 | $4,015 | $3,665 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $2,515 | $2,165 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | -2,377 | -2,037 |
Specifications Comparison: Kia Optima vs. Chevrolet Malibu
| Model Year | 2009 | 2013 |
| Model | Optima | Malibu |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Wheelbase | 107.1 in | 107.8 in |
| Length | 189.0 in | 191.5 in |
| Width | 71.1 in | 73.0 in |
| Height | 58.3 in | 57.6 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,294 lb. | 3,393 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 16.4 gal. | 18.5 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 39.8 in | 39.0 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 57.1 in | 57.5 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 54.5 in | 55.0 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 43.7 in | 42.1 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 | 54.3 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 37.8 in | 36.8 in |
| Cargo Volume | 15.0 ft3 | 16.3 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Kia Optima EX
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Sunroof | 900 | Yes |
| CD changer, in-dash | 200 | No |
| Infinity, 360W, 7 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Total Requested | 900 | 62% |
| Total Not Requested | 550 | 38% |
| Convenience Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| 215/50VR17 tires | 400 | No |
| 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 | 38% |
| Total Not Requested | 650 | 62% |
Option Package Details
Chevrolet Malibu 2LT
| Forward collision alert | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Forward collision alert | 200 | No |
| Lane departure warning system | 200 | No |
| Total Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Total Not Requested | 400 | 100% |
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 75 | No |
| Speed limit information | 0 | No |
| Total Requested | 600 | 89% |
| Total Not Requested | 75 | 11% |
| Leather Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 150 | No |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Total Requested | 1300 | 84% |
| Total Not Requested | 250 | 16% |
| Electronics and Entertainment Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Cargo net | 40 | No |
| Bodyside moldings | 75 | Yes |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Rearview camera | 200 | No |
| AC power outlet | 100 | No |
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | 25 | No |
| Pioneer, 9 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Total Requested | 325 | 31% |
| Total Not Requested | 715 | 69% |
Option Package Details
Chevrolet Malibu LTZ
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 75 | No |
| Speed limit information | 0 | No |
| Total Requested | 600 | 89% |
| Total Not Requested | 75 | 11% |
| Electronics and Entertainment Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Sunroof | 900 | Yes |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Rearview camera | 200 | No |
| AC power outlet | 100 | No |
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | 25 | No |
| Pioneer, 9 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Total Requested | 1000 | 60% |
| Total Not Requested | 675 | 40% |
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