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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: $29,360

Chevrolet Malibu LTZ   
Difference: $5,965

Lowest Total Invoice: $27,787

Chevrolet Malibu LTZ   
Difference: $5,038

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20152012
ModelOptimaMalibu
TrimHybrid EXLTZ
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $32,150 $28,600
Base Invoice $29,815 $27,027
Technology Package 2,350  
Technology Package 2,185  
Options (change) 2,350 0
Options (change) 2,185 0
Destination 825 760
Total Price $35,325 $29,360
Total Invoice $32,825 $27,787

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Kia Optima vs. Chevrolet Malibu

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Chevrolet Malibu LTZ
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $2,005
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $1,358
Model Year20152012
ModelOptimaMalibu
TrimHybrid EXLTZ
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine159hp I4 H169hp I4
TransmissionT6T6
DrivetrainFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)36/40 MPG26/38 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)550, 12?, 8
Tire (rear if not all the same)215/55-17225/50-18
Total Price$35,325$29,360
Adjustments for Features-3,9600
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$31,365$29,360
Total Invoice$32,825$27,787
Adjustments for Features-3,6800
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$29,145$27,787

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Features Comparison: Kia Optima vs. Chevrolet Malibu

Model Year20152012
ModelOptimaMalibu
TrimHybrid EXLTZ
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1100$1100
FWD$0$0
Accessories 
AC power outlet $100
Heated steering wheel$100 
Proximity key$250 
Remote start $150
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 
Cargo mat $40
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 
Bodyside moldings $75
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) $25
Panoramic sunroof$1200 
Rear spoiler$200 
Sunroof $900
Infotainment 
App support$0 
Bluetooth audio streaming$25 
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 
Voice control for external devices$0 
Voice control for nav and audio$100 
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Detailed driving style feedback$100 
Large energy flow and fuel economy display$25 
Power-folding mirrors$50 
Speaker lights$100 
Trip computer$150 
Turn signals on or near mirrors$25 
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 second row seats$200 
Illuminated door sill trim plates$200 
Memory system, driver seat$200 
Power height adjuster, passenger seat $100
Power recliner, passenger seat$100 
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat $100
Total Value of Features$7,400$3,440
Value of Feature Adjustments$3,960$0
Value of Feature Adjustments-3,6800

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See a complete comparison of Kia Optima vs. Chevrolet Malibu features.

Specifications Comparison: Kia Optima vs. Chevrolet Malibu

Model Year20152012
ModelOptimaMalibu
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase110.0 in112.3 in
Length190.7 in191.8 in
Width72.1 in70.3 in
Height57.9 in57.1 in
Curb Weight3,510 lb.3,620 lb.
Fuel Capacity18.5 gal.16.0 gal.
Row 1 Headroom40.0 in39.4 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room57.3 in55.9 in
Row 1 Hip Room54.7 in53.0 in
Row 1 Legroom45.5 in42.2 in
Row 2 Headroom37.6 in37.2 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room55.7 in53.9 in
Row 2 Hip Room54.5 in52.1 in
Row 2 Legroom34.7 in37.6 in
Cargo Volume15.4 ft315.1 ft3

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See a complete comparison of Kia Optima vs. Chevrolet Malibu specs.

Option Package Details
Kia Optima Hybrid EX

Technology Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Obstacle detection, rear250No
Panoramic sunroof1200No
Blind spot warning system200No
Rear cross-traffic detection100No
Total Requested00%
Total Not Requested1750100%

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