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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: $24,319

Chevrolet Malibu SS   
Difference: $1,531

Lowest Total Invoice: $22,994

Chevrolet Malibu SS   
Difference: $1,211

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year201220122007
ModelOptimaOptimaMalibu
TrimEX TurboSXSS
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $25,100 $26,500 $23,470
Base Invoice $23,455 $24,760 $22,179
Satellite radio     199
Satellite radio     165
Options (change) 0 0 199
Options (change) 0 0 165
Destination 750 750 650
Total Price $25,850 $27,250 $24,319
Total Invoice $24,205 $25,510 $22,994

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Kia Optima vs. Chevrolet Malibu

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Kia Optima EX Turbo
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $444
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $638
Model Year201220122007
ModelOptimaOptimaMalibu
TrimEX TurboSXSS
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine274hp I4274hp I4240hp V6
TransmissionT6T6T4
DrivetrainFWDFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)22/34 MPG22/34 MPG18/26 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 6?, 6?, 6
Tire (rear if not all the same)215/55-17225/45-18225/50-18
Total Price$25,850$27,250$24,319
Adjustments for Features-1,975-2,6250
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$23,875$24,625$24,319
Cost Above Minimum$0$750$0
Total Invoice$24,205$25,510$22,994
Adjustments for Features-1,849-2,4570
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$22,356$23,053$22,994
Cost Above Minimum$0$697$0

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Features Comparison: Kia Optima vs. Chevrolet Malibu

Model Year201220122007
ModelOptimaOptimaMalibu
TrimEX TurboSXSS
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1100$1100 
4-speed manually-shiftable automatic  $900
FWD$0$0$0
Accessories 
Power-adjustable pedals  $125
Proximity key$250$250 
Remote start  $150
Universal garage door opener$100$100 
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats$0$0 
Brake assist$50$50 
Stability control$400$400 
Tire-pressure monitor$75$75 
Cargo Management 
Air-conditioned storage compartment$50$50 
Cargo net  $40
Overhead sunglass holder$25$25 
Climate Control 
Dual-zone climate control$125$125 
Interior air filter$0$0 
Rear air vents$100$100 
Exterior 
Body kit $0$0
Bodyside moldings  $75
Rear spoiler $200$200
Infotainment 
Aux input$50$50 
Bluetooth cell phone link$100$100 
MP3-compatible player$50$50 
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Auto-dimming rearview mirror$150$150 
Compass$0$0 
Heated mirrors$25$25 
Illuminated visor mirror, passenger$50$50 
Speaker lights$100$100 
Turn signals on or near mirrors$25$25 
Visor mirror, passenger  $10
Xenon HID headlights $500 
Seats and Interior Trim 
Aluminum trim $100 
Center armrest(s), second row$50$50 
Illuminated door sill trim plates $200 
Leather seating surfaces$900  
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat  $50
Partial leather seating sufaces $450$450
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat$100$100 
Power recliner, driver seat$100$100 
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Alloy wheels$350$350 
Performance steering system (optional)  $0
Polished alloy wheels  $350
Sport suspension (upgrade) $0$0
Transmission 
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls $100 
Total Value of Features$4,325$4,975$2,350
Value of Feature Adjustments$1,975$2,625$0
Value of Feature Adjustments-1,849-2,4570

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Specifications Comparison: Kia Optima vs. Chevrolet Malibu

Model Year20122007
ModelOptimaMalibu
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase110.0 in106.3 in
Length190.7 in188.3 in
Width72.1 in69.9 in
Height57.3 in57.5 in
Curb Weight3,385 lb.3,315 lb.
Fuel Capacity18.5 gal.16.3 gal.
Row 1 Headroom40.0 in39.6 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room57.2 in56.7 in
Row 1 Hip Room54.7 in53.2 in
Row 1 Legroom45.5 in41.9 in
Row 2 Headroom37.6 in37.6 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room55.7 in56.1 in
Row 2 Hip Room54.5 in52.4 in
Row 2 Legroom34.7 in38.5 in
Cargo Volume15.4 ft315.4 ft3

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