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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: $30,200 Kia Optima EX Turbo | |||
| Difference: $6,760 | |||
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| Model Year | 2012 | 2012 | 2020 |
| Model | Optima | Optima | Malibu |
| Trim | EX Turbo | SX | Premier |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Price | $25,100 | $26,500 | $33,370 |
| Premium Package | 2,950 | 2,950 | |
| Navigation system | 1,400 | 1,400 | |
| Sun and Wheels Package | 2,270 | ||
| Illuminated door sill trim plates | 395 | ||
| Premium Package | 2,635 | 2,635 | |
| Navigation system | 1,250 | 1,250 | |
| Sun and Wheels Package | 2,066 | ||
| Illuminated door sill trim plates | 359 | ||
| Options (change) | 4,350 | 4,350 | 2,665 |
| Options (change) | 3,885 | 3,885 | 2,425 |
| Destination | 750 | 750 | 925 |
| Total Price | $30,200 | $31,600 | $36,960 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Kia Optima vs. Chevrolet Malibu
| Lowest Adjusted Price: Kia Optima EX Turbo | |||
| Lowest Adjusted Invoice: Chevrolet Malibu Premier | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $5,265 | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $24,876 | |||
| Model Year | 2012 | 2012 | 2020 |
| Model | Optima | Optima | Malibu |
| Trim | EX Turbo | SX | Premier |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | 274hp I4 | 274hp I4 | 250hp I4 |
| Transmission | T6 | T6 | T9 |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | FWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | 22/34 MPG | 22/34 MPG | 22/32 MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 550, 12 | 550, 12 | ?, 9 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 215/55-17 | 225/45-18 | 245/40-19 |
| Total Price | $30,200 | $31,600 | $36,960 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -625 | -1,495 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $30,200 | $30,975 | $35,465 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $775 | $0 |
Features Comparison: Kia Optima vs. Chevrolet Malibu
| Model Year | 2012 | 2012 | 2020 |
| Model | Optima | Optima | Malibu |
| Trim | EX Turbo | SX | Premier |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | |||
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | $1100 | |
| 9-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1400 | ||
| FWD | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Accessories | |||
| AC power outlet | $100 | ||
| Heated steering wheel | $100 | $100 | |
| Remote app | $25 | ||
| Remote start | $150 | ||
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | |||
| Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats | $0 | $0 | |
| Knee airbag, driver | $75 | ||
| Knee airbag, passenger | $75 | ||
| Rear side airbags | $300 | ||
| Rollover sensor | $50 | ||
| Safety key | $5 | ||
| Temporary spare tire | $150 | ||
| Vehicle health reports | $0 | ||
| Cargo Management | |||
| Air-conditioned storage compartment | $50 | $50 | |
| Cargo mat | $40 | ||
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | $25 | |
| Exterior | |||
| Body kit | $0 | ||
| Laminated front side windows | $200 | ||
| Rear spoiler | $200 | ||
| Infotainment | |||
| 4G LTE connectivity | $0 | ||
| Android Auto support | $100 | ||
| App support | $0 | ||
| Apple CarPlay support | $100 | ||
| CD player | $125 | $125 | |
| HD radio | $50 | $50 | |
| MP3-compatible player | $50 | $50 | |
| SMS text-to-speech reader | $25 | ||
| Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation | $225 | ||
| Traffic information | $25 | $25 | |
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | ||
| Wi-Fi hotspot | $50 | ||
| Wireless charging station | $75 | ||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | |||
| Fog lights | $125 | $125 | |
| Interior ambient lighting | $150 | $150 | |
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | $50 | |
| Speaker lights | $100 | $100 | |
| Xenon HID headlights | $500 | ||
| Seats and Interior Trim | |||
| Aluminum trim | $100 | ||
| Heated second row seats | $200 | $200 | |
| Illuminated door sill trim plates | $200 | $200 | |
| Leather seating surfaces | $900 | $900 | |
| Metal pedals | $75 | ||
| Partial leather seating sufaces | $450 | ||
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | ||
| Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | ||
| Upgraded floor mats | $0 | ||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | |||
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | ||
| Transmission | |||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | ||
| Total Value of Features | $3,050 | $3,675 | $4,545 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $625 | $1,495 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | -581 | -136 |
Specifications Comparison: Kia Optima vs. Chevrolet Malibu
| Model Year | 2012 | 2020 |
| Model | Optima | Malibu |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Wheelbase | 110.0 in | 111.4 in |
| Length | 190.7 in | 194.2 in |
| Width | 72.1 in | 73.0 in |
| Height | 57.3 in | 57.3 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,385 lb. | 3,223 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 18.5 gal. | 15.8 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 40.0 in | 39.1 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 57.2 in | 58.5 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 54.7 in | 54.1 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 45.5 in | 41.5 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 37.6 in | 37.5 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 55.7 in | 57.1 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 54.5 in | 53.4 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 34.7 in | 38.1 in |
| Cargo Volume | 15.4 ft3 | 15.7 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Kia Optima EX Turbo
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Heated steering wheel | 100 | Yes |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Heated second row seats | 200 | No |
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | 300 | Yes |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | Yes |
| Panoramic sunroof | 1200 | Yes |
| Power-folding mirrors | 50 | No |
| HD radio | 50 | No |
| Infinity, 550W, 12 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Rearview camera | 200 | Yes |
| Voice control for external devices | 0 | No |
| SMS text-to-speech reader | 25 | No |
| Bluetooth audio streaming | 25 | Yes |
| Media drive, small | 5 | No |
| Total Requested | 2425 | 78% |
| Total Not Requested | 680 | 22% |
Option Package Details
Kia Optima SX
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Heated second row seats | 200 | No |
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | 300 | Yes |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | Yes |
| Panoramic sunroof | 1200 | Yes |
| Power-folding mirrors | 50 | No |
| HD radio | 50 | No |
| Infinity, 550W, 12 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Rearview camera | 200 | Yes |
| Voice control for external devices | 0 | No |
| SMS text-to-speech reader | 25 | No |
| Bluetooth audio streaming | 25 | Yes |
| Media drive, small | 5 | No |
| Total Requested | 2325 | 77% |
| Total Not Requested | 680 | 23% |
Option Package Details
Chevrolet Malibu Premier
| Sun and Wheels Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Panoramic sunroof | 1200 | Yes |
| 245/40R19 tires | 400 | No |
| Upgraded floor mats | 0 | No |
| Total Requested | 1300 | 76% |
| Total Not Requested | 400 | 24% |
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