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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: $24,925 Chevrolet Malibu Hybrid | ||
| Difference: $1,525 | ||
Lowest Total Invoice: $23,519 Chevrolet Malibu Hybrid | ||
| Difference: $1,251 | ||
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| Model Year | 2012 | 2009 |
| Model | Optima | Malibu |
| Trim | Hybrid | Hybrid |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Price | $25,700 | $25,555 |
| Base Invoice | $24,020 | $24,149 |
| Options (change) | 0 | 0 |
| Options (change) | 0 | 0 |
| Destination | 750 | 670 |
| Gas Tax | 0 | -1,300 |
| Total Price | $26,450 | $24,925 |
| Total Invoice | $24,770 | $23,519 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Kia Optima vs. Chevrolet Malibu
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Chevrolet Malibu Hybrid | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $420 | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $216 | ||
| Model Year | 2012 | 2009 |
| Model | Optima | Malibu |
| Trim | Hybrid | Hybrid |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | 166hp I4 H | 164hp I4 H |
| Transmission | T6 | A4 |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | 34/39 MPG | 26/34 MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | ?, 6 | ?, 6 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 205/65-16 | 215/55-17 |
| Total Price | $26,450 | $24,925 |
| Adjustments for Features | -1,105 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $25,345 | $24,925 |
| Total Invoice | $24,770 | $23,519 |
| Adjustments for Features | -1,035 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $23,735 | $23,519 |
Features Comparison: Kia Optima vs. Chevrolet Malibu
| Model Year | 2012 | 2009 |
| Model | Optima | Malibu |
| Trim | Hybrid | Hybrid |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | |
| 4-speed automatic | $800 | |
| FWD | $0 | $0 |
| Accessories | ||
| Proximity key | $250 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||
| Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats | $0 | |
| Temporary spare tire | $150 | |
| Cargo Management | ||
| Air-conditioned storage compartment | $50 | |
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | |
| Rear seat pass-through | $100 | |
| Climate Control | ||
| Dual-zone climate control | $125 | |
| Interior air filter | $0 | |
| Rear air vents | $100 | |
| Engine / Motor | ||
| Automatic start / stop | $150 | |
| Exterior | ||
| Body kit | $0 | |
| Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) | $25 | |
| Laminated front side windows | $200 | |
| Rear spoiler | $200 | |
| Infotainment | ||
| Bluetooth cell phone link | $100 | |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation | $225 | |
| USB port | $25 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||
| Detailed driving style feedback | $100 | |
| Fog lights | $125 | |
| Heated mirrors | $25 | |
| Illuminated visor mirror, driver | $50 | |
| Illuminated visor mirror, passenger | $50 | |
| Interior ambient lighting | $150 | |
| Large energy flow and fuel economy display | $25 | |
| Speaker lights | $100 | |
| Trip computer | $150 | |
| Turn signals on or near mirrors | $25 | |
| Visor mirror, driver | $10 | |
| Visor mirror, passenger | $10 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||
| Center armrest(s), second row | $50 | |
| Door sill trim plates | $100 | |
| Folding second row seats | $300 | |
| Leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | |
| Manual height adjuster, driver seat | $50 | |
| Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $50 | |
| Power height adjuster, driver seat | $100 | |
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $100 | |
| Total Value of Features | $3,225 | $2,120 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $1,105 | $0 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -1,035 | 0 |
Specifications Comparison: Kia Optima vs. Chevrolet Malibu
| Model Year | 2012 | 2009 |
| Model | Optima | Malibu |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Wheelbase | 110.0 in | 112.3 in |
| Length | 190.7 in | 191.8 in |
| Width | 72.1 in | 70.3 in |
| Height | 57.3 in | 57.1 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,490 lb. | 3,550 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 18.5 gal. | 16.0 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 40.0 in | 39.4 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 57.2 in | 55.9 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 54.7 in | 53.0 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 45.5 in | 42.2 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 37.6 in | 37.2 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 55.7 in | 53.9 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 54.5 in | 52.1 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 34.7 in | 37.6 in |
| Cargo Volume | 15.4 ft3 | 15.1 ft3 |
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