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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: $34,275 Kia Optima SX Turbo | |||
| Difference: $1,115 | |||
Lowest Total Invoice: $32,077 Kia Optima SX Turbo | |||
| Difference: $1,146 | |||
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| Model Year | 2015 | 2015 | 2015 |
| Model | Optima | Optima | Malibu |
| Trim | SX Turbo | SX Limited Turbo | LTZ |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Price | $27,700 | $35,500 | $28,320 |
| Base Invoice | $25,920 | $33,140 | $26,762 |
| Premium Package | 3,300 | 1,000 | |
| Technology Package | 2,400 | ||
| Cargo net | 50 | 50 | |
| 2.0L I4 | 2,160 | ||
| Navigation system | 495 | ||
| Electronics and Entertainment Package | 1,300 | ||
| Advanced Safety Package | 890 | ||
| Rear spoiler | 400 | ||
| Premium Package | 3,060 | 880 | |
| Technology Package | 2,230 | ||
| Cargo net | 42 | 42 | |
| 2.0L I4 | 2,041 | ||
| Navigation system | 436 | ||
| Electronics and Entertainment Package | 1,144 | ||
| Advanced Safety Package | 783 | ||
| Rear spoiler | 352 | ||
| Options (change) | 5,750 | 50 | 6,245 |
| Options (change) | 5,332 | 42 | 5,636 |
| Destination | 825 | 825 | 825 |
| Total Price | $34,275 | $36,375 | $35,390 |
| Total Invoice | $32,077 | $34,007 | $33,223 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Kia Optima vs. Chevrolet Malibu
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Kia Optima SX Turbo | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $1,040 | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $1,076 | |||
| Model Year | 2015 | 2015 | 2015 |
| Model | Optima | Optima | Malibu |
| Trim | SX Turbo | SX Limited Turbo | LTZ |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | 274hp I4 | 274hp I4 | 259hp I4 |
| Transmission | T6 | T6 | T6 |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | FWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | 20/31 MPG | 20/31 MPG | 21/30 MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | ?, 8 | ?, 8 | ?, 9 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 225/45-18 | 225/45-18 | 245/40-19 |
| Total Price | $34,275 | $36,375 | $35,390 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -1,350 | -75 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $34,275 | $35,025 | $35,315 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $750 | $0 |
| Total Invoice | $32,077 | $34,007 | $33,223 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -1,262 | -70 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $32,077 | $32,745 | $33,153 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $668 | $0 |
Features Comparison: Kia Optima vs. Chevrolet Malibu
| Model Year | 2015 | 2015 | 2015 |
| Model | Optima | Optima | Malibu |
| Trim | SX Turbo | SX Limited Turbo | LTZ |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | |||
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | $1100 | $1100 |
| FWD | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Accessories | |||
| AC power outlet | $100 | ||
| Heated steering wheel | $100 | ||
| Remote app | $25 | ||
| Remote start | $150 | ||
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | |||
| 911 assist | $25 | $25 | |
| Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats | $0 | $0 | |
| Forward collision warning | $200 | ||
| Knee airbag, driver | $75 | ||
| Knee airbag, passenger | $75 | ||
| Lane departure warning | $200 | ||
| Obstacle detection, rear | $250 | $250 | |
| Rear side airbags | $300 | ||
| Rollover sensor | $50 | ||
| Temporary spare tire | $150 | ||
| Cargo Management | |||
| Air-conditioned storage compartment | $50 | $50 | |
| Climate Control | |||
| Ionizing air filtration | $50 | $50 | |
| Rear air vents | $100 | $100 | |
| Exterior | |||
| Body kit | $0 | $0 | |
| Painted brake calipers (optional) | $0 | ||
| Panoramic sunroof | $1200 | $1200 | |
| Rear spoiler | $200 | $200 | |
| Sunroof | $900 | ||
| Infotainment | |||
| 4G LTE connectivity | $0 | ||
| HD radio | $50 | $50 | |
| Siri Eyes Free support | $0 | ||
| Surround sound | $250 | $250 | |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation | $225 | ||
| Traffic information | $25 | $25 | |
| Wi-Fi hotspot | $50 | ||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | |||
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | $25 | ||
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | $50 | |
| Speaker lights | $100 | $100 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | |||
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | $300 | $300 | |
| Door sill trim plates | $100 | ||
| Floor mats | $75 | ||
| Heated second row seats | $200 | $200 | |
| Illuminated door sill trim plates | $200 | $200 | |
| Leather door panel trim | $250 | ||
| Leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | $150 | |
| Metal pedals | $75 | $75 | |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $150 | ||
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $150 | ||
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | ||
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | ||
| Wood trim | $300 | ||
| Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | ||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | |||
| Alloy wheels | $350 | $350 | |
| Chrome-plated alloy wheels | $850 | ||
| Electronic systems calibration selector | $200 | $200 | |
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | $0 | |
| Transmission | |||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | $100 | |
| Total Value of Features | $4,925 | $6,275 | $5,000 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $1,350 | $75 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | -1,262 | -70 |
Specifications Comparison: Kia Optima vs. Chevrolet Malibu
| Model Year | 2015 | 2015 |
| Model | Optima | Malibu |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Wheelbase | 110.0 in | 107.8 in |
| Length | 190.7 in | 191.5 in |
| Width | 72.1 in | 73.0 in |
| Height | 57.9 in | 57.6 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,468 lb. | 3,635 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 18.5 gal. | 18.5 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 40.0 in | 39.0 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 57.3 in | 57.5 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 54.7 in | 55.0 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 45.5 in | 42.1 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 | 54.3 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 34.7 in | 36.8 in |
| Cargo Volume | 15.4 ft3 | 16.3 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Kia Optima SX Turbo
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Panoramic sunroof | 1200 | No |
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | 300 | No |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | Yes |
| Rearview camera | 200 | Yes |
| Surround sound | 250 | No |
| Power-folding mirrors | 50 | No |
| HD radio | 50 | No |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Heated second row seats | 200 | No |
| Infinity, 8 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| SMS text-to-speech reader | 25 | Yes |
| Vehicle health reports | 0 | Yes |
| 911 assist | 25 | No |
| Bluetooth audio streaming | 25 | Yes |
| App support | 0 | Yes |
| Voice control for external devices | 0 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 850 | 26% |
| Total Not Requested | 2425 | 74% |
| Technology Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Traffic information | 25 | No |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Rear cross-traffic detection | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1000 | 78% |
| Total Not Requested | 275 | 22% |
Option Package Details
Chevrolet Malibu LTZ
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 75 | Yes |
| Speed limit information | 0 | No |
| Total Requested | 675 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 259 hp@5500 295 lb-ft@3000 | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 259 hp@5500 295 lb-ft@3000 | 1000 | Yes |
| Sunroof | 900 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1900 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Electronics and Entertainment Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| 245/40WR19 tires | 400 | No |
| AC power outlet | 100 | No |
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | 25 | No |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Rearview camera | 200 | Yes |
| Pioneer, 9 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Total Requested | 300 | 26% |
| Total Not Requested | 875 | 74% |
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | Yes |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 950 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Advanced Safety Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Lane departure warning system | 200 | No |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Rear cross-traffic detection | 100 | Yes |
| Forward collision warning | 200 | No |
| Total Requested | 300 | 43% |
| Total Not Requested | 400 | 57% |
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