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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: $25,090

Kia Optima EX   
Difference: $5,375

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year201020202020
ModelOptimaMalibuMalibu
TrimEXLTPremier
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $20,995 $26,670 $33,370
Premium Package 2,200    
Navigation system 1,200 495  
Convenience and Technology Package   895  
Leather Package   1,395  
Door sill trim plates   85  
Sun and Wheels Package     2,270
Premium Package 1,960    
Navigation system 1,075 450  
Convenience and Technology Package   814  
Leather Package   1,269  
Door sill trim plates   77  
Sun and Wheels Package     2,066
Options (change) 3,400 2,870 2,270
Options (change) 3,035 2,610 2,066
Destination 695 925 925
Total Price $25,090 $30,465 $36,565

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Kia Optima vs. Chevrolet Malibu

Lowest Adjusted Price: Kia Optima EX
Lowest Adjusted Invoice: Chevrolet Malibu Premier
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $4,395
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $20,626
Model Year201020202020
ModelOptimaMalibuMalibu
TrimEXLTPremier
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine175hp I4160hp I4250hp I4
TransmissionT5CVT-7T9
DrivetrainFWDFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)360, 7?, 9?, 9
Tire (rear if not all the same)215/50-17225/55-17245/40-19
Total Price$25,090$30,465$36,565
Adjustments for Features0-980-3,270
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$25,090$29,485$33,295
Cost Above Minimum$0$0$3,810

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Features Comparison: Kia Optima vs. Chevrolet Malibu

Model Year201020202020
ModelOptimaMalibuMalibu
TrimEXLTPremier
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
5-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1000  
7-speed manually-shiftable CVT $1100 
9-speed manually-shiftable automatic  $1400
FWD$0$0$0
Accessories 
AC power outlet $100$100
Heated steering wheel  $100
Power-adjustable pedals$125  
Proximity key $250$250
Remote app $25$25
Remote start $150$150
Sunshade, rear$125  
Universal garage door opener$100 $100
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats$0  
Knee airbag, driver $75$75
Knee airbag, passenger $75$75
Rear side airbags $300$300
Rearview camera $200$200
Rollover sensor $50$50
Safety key $5$5
Temporary spare tire$150$150 
Vehicle health reports $0$0
Cargo Management 
Cargo mat  $40
Overhead sunglass holder$25  
Climate Control 
Automatic climate control, front$200 $200
Dual-zone climate control  $125
Rear air vents $100$100
Engine / Motor 
Automatic start / stop $150 
Exterior 
Active grille shutters $0 
Bodyside moldings$75  
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)  $25
Laminated front side windows $200$200
Panoramic sunroof  $1200
Sunroof$900  
Infotainment 
4G LTE connectivity $0$0
Android Auto support $100$100
App support $0$0
Apple CarPlay support $100$100
Bluetooth audio streaming $25$25
Bluetooth cell phone link $100$100
CD player$125  
MP3-compatible player$50  
SMS text-to-speech reader $25$25
Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation $225$225
Voice control for external devices $0$0
Voice control for nav and audio $100$100
Wi-Fi hotspot $50$50
Wireless charging station $75$75
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Fog lights$125  
Seats and Interior Trim 
Cooled or ventilated front seats  $300
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat$50  
Memory system, driver seat  $200
Power height adjuster, passenger seat $100$100
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat $100$100
Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat $100$100
Upgraded floor mats  $0
Total Value of Features$3,050$4,030$6,320
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$980$3,270
Value of Feature Adjustments0-114-267

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Specifications Comparison: Kia Optima vs. Chevrolet Malibu

Model Year20102020
ModelOptimaMalibu
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase107.1 in111.4 in
Length189.0 in194.2 in
Width71.1 in73.0 in
Height58.3 in57.3 in
Curb Weight3,158 lb.3,127 lb.
Fuel Capacity16.4 gal.15.8 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.8 in39.1 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room57.1 in58.5 in
Row 1 Hip Room54.5 in54.1 in
Row 1 Legroom43.7 in41.5 in
Row 2 Headroom38.0 in37.5 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room56.3 in57.1 in
Row 2 Hip Room54.7 in53.4 in
Row 2 Legroom37.8 in38.1 in
Cargo Volume15.0 ft315.7 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?
215/50VR17 tires400No
Power-adjustable pedals125No
Heated front seats200Yes
Sunroof900Yes
CD changer, in-dash200No
Power recliner, passenger seat100Yes
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Sunshade, rear125No
Infinity, 360W, 7 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Total Requested130052%
Total Not Requested120048%

Option Package Details
Chevrolet Malibu LT

Navigation system
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
Voice control for nav and audio75No
Speed limit information0No
Total Requested60089%
Total Not Requested7511%
Convenience and Technology Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Leather-wrapped steering wheel150Yes
AC power outlet100No
Remote start150No
Wireless charging station75No
Total Requested30048%
Total Not Requested32552%
Leather Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Heated front seats200Yes
Power recliner, passenger seat100Yes
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat100No
Power height adjuster, passenger seat50No
Bose, 9 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Total Requested130072%
Total Not Requested50028%

Option Package Details
Chevrolet Malibu Premier

Sun and Wheels Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Universal garage door opener100Yes
Panoramic sunroof1200No
245/40R19 tires400No
Upgraded floor mats0No
Total Requested1006%
Total Not Requested160094%

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