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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: $24,370 Chevrolet Malibu Hybrid | ||
| Difference: $10,955 | ||
Lowest Total Invoice: $22,865 Chevrolet Malibu Hybrid | ||
| Difference: $9,960 | ||
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| Model Year | 2015 | 2008 |
| Model | Optima | Malibu |
| Trim | Hybrid EX | Hybrid |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Price | $32,150 | $23,895 |
| Base Invoice | $29,815 | $22,581 |
| Technology Package | 2,350 | |
| Driver Convenience Package | 325 | |
| Sunroof | 800 | |
| Technology Package | 2,185 | |
| Driver Convenience Package | 270 | |
| Sunroof | 664 | |
| Options (change) | 2,350 | 1,125 |
| Options (change) | 2,185 | 934 |
| Destination | 825 | 650 |
| Gas Tax | 0 | -1,300 |
| Total Price | $35,325 | $24,370 |
| Total Invoice | $32,825 | $22,865 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Kia Optima vs. Chevrolet Malibu
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Chevrolet Malibu Hybrid | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $4,275 | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $3,753 | ||
| Model Year | 2015 | 2008 |
| Model | Optima | Malibu |
| Trim | Hybrid EX | Hybrid |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | 159hp I4 H | 164hp I4 H |
| Transmission | T6 | A4 |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | 36/40 MPG | 24/32 MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 550, 12 | ?, 6 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 215/55-17 | 215/60-16 |
| Total Price | $35,325 | $24,370 |
| Adjustments for Features | -6,680 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $28,645 | $24,370 |
| Total Invoice | $32,825 | $22,865 |
| Adjustments for Features | -6,207 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $26,618 | $22,865 |
Features Comparison: Kia Optima vs. Chevrolet Malibu
| Model Year | 2015 | 2008 |
| Model | Optima | Malibu |
| Trim | Hybrid EX | Hybrid |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | |
| 4-speed automatic | $800 | |
| FWD | $0 | $0 |
| Accessories | ||
| Heated steering wheel | $100 | |
| Power-adjustable pedals | $125 | |
| Proximity key | $250 | |
| Universal garage door opener | $100 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||
| 911 assist | $25 | |
| Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats | $0 | |
| Blind spot warning system | $200 | |
| Cross-traffic warning, rear | $100 | |
| Obstacle detection, rear | $250 | |
| Rearview camera | $200 | |
| Temporary spare tire | $150 | |
| Vehicle health reports | $0 | |
| 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 | |
| Ionizing air filtration | $50 | |
| Rear air vents | $100 | |
| Engine / Motor | ||
| Automatic start / stop | $150 | |
| Exterior | ||
| Body kit | $0 | |
| Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) | $25 | |
| Panoramic sunroof | $1200 | |
| Rear spoiler | $200 | |
| Sunroof | $900 | |
| Infotainment | ||
| App support | $0 | |
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | $100 | |
| HD radio | $50 | |
| Navigation system | $600 | |
| SMS text-to-speech reader | $25 | |
| Surround sound | $250 | |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation | $225 | |
| Traffic information | $25 | |
| USB port | $25 | |
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | |
| Voice control for nav and audio | $100 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | $150 | |
| Compass | $0 | |
| Detailed driving style feedback | $100 | |
| Fog lights | $125 | |
| Heated mirrors | $25 | |
| Illuminated visor mirror, driver | $50 | |
| Illuminated visor mirror, passenger | $50 | |
| Large energy flow and fuel economy display | $25 | |
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | |
| Speaker lights | $100 | |
| Trip computer | $150 | |
| Visor mirror, driver | $10 | |
| Visor mirror, passenger | $10 | |
| Xenon HID headlights | $500 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||
| Center armrest(s), second row | $50 | |
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | $300 | |
| Door sill trim plates | $100 | |
| Floor mats | $75 | |
| Folding second row seats | $300 | |
| Heated front seats | $200 | |
| Heated second row seats | $200 | |
| Illuminated door sill trim plates | $200 | |
| Leather seating surfaces | $900 | |
| Leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | |
| Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $50 | |
| Memory system, driver seat | $200 | |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $100 | |
| Power recliner, driver seat | $100 | |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Total Value of Features | $9,450 | $2,770 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $6,680 | $0 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -6,207 | 0 |
Specifications Comparison: Kia Optima vs. Chevrolet Malibu
| Model Year | 2015 | 2008 |
| 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 | 57.9 in | 57.1 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,510 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 | 57.3 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 |
Option Package Details
Kia Optima Hybrid EX
| Technology Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | No |
| Panoramic sunroof | 1200 | No |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | No |
| Rear cross-traffic detection | 100 | No |
| Total Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Total Not Requested | 1750 | 100% |
Option Package Details
Chevrolet Malibu Hybrid
| Driver Convenience Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power tilt adjuster, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power-adjustable pedals | 125 | No |
| Total Requested | 200 | 62% |
| Total Not Requested | 125 | 38% |
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