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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: $34,230

Chevrolet Malibu Hybrid   
Difference: $1,245

Lowest Total Invoice: $32,614

Chevrolet Malibu Hybrid   
Difference: $346

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20162016
ModelOptimaMalibu
TrimHybrid EXHybrid
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $32,195 $27,770
Base Invoice $29,856 $26,659
Technology Package 2,380  
Cargo net 50 60
Convenience and Technology Package   895
Driver Confidence Package   1,195
Leather Package   1,395
Navigation system   495
Panoramic sunroof   1,150
Illuminated door sill trim plates   395
Technology Package 2,212  
Cargo net 42 55
Convenience and Technology Package   814
Driver Confidence Package   1,087
Leather Package   1,269
Navigation system   450
Panoramic sunroof   1,046
Illuminated door sill trim plates   359
Options (change) 2,430 5,585
Options (change) 2,254 5,080
Destination 850 875
Total Price $35,475 $34,230
Total Invoice $32,960 $32,614

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Kia Optima vs. Chevrolet Malibu

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Chevrolet Malibu Hybrid
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $1,700
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $780
Model Year20162016
ModelOptimaMalibu
TrimHybrid EXHybrid
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine159hp I4 H122hp I4 H
TransmissionT6CVT
DrivetrainFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)36/40 MPG47/46 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)550, 12?, 9
Tire (rear if not all the same)215/55-17225/55-17
Total Price$35,475$34,230
Adjustments for Features0-455
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$35,475$33,775
Total Invoice$32,960$32,614
Adjustments for Features0-434
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$32,960$32,180

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Features Comparison: Kia Optima vs. Chevrolet Malibu

Model Year20162016
ModelOptimaMalibu
TrimHybrid EXHybrid
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1100 
CVT $1000
FWD$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 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats$0 
Automatic braking, low-speed $200
Following distance indicator $25
Forward collision warning $200
Knee airbag, driver $75
Knee airbag, passenger $75
Lane departure prevention, steering-based $200
Lane departure warning $200
Obstacle detection, front $150
Pedestrian detection $50
Rear side airbags $300
Safety key $5
Cargo Management 
Air-conditioned storage compartment$50 
Overhead sunglass holder$25 
Rear seat pass-through$100 
Exterior 
Active grille shutters $0
Body kit$0 
Rear spoiler$200 
Infotainment 
4G LTE connectivity $0
Android Auto support $100
Apple CarPlay support $100
CD player$125 
HD radio$50 
MP3-compatible player$50 
Surround sound$250 
Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation $225
Traffic information$25 
Wi-Fi hotspot $50
Wireless charging station $75
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Auto-dimming headlights $200
Fog lights$125 
Power-folding mirrors$50 
Tachometer$75 
Xenon HID headlights$500 
Seats and Interior Trim 
Cooled or ventilated front seats$300 
Folding second row seats $300
Heated second row seats$200 
Memory system, driver seat$200 
Power height adjuster, passenger seat $100
Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat $100
Total Value of Features$3,550$4,005
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$455
Value of Feature Adjustments0-434

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

Specifications Comparison: Kia Optima vs. Chevrolet Malibu

Model Year20162016
ModelOptimaMalibu
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase110.4 in111.4 in
Length191.1 in193.8 in
Width73.2 in73.0 in
Height57.7 in57.7 in
Curb Weight3,496 lb.3,457 lb.
Fuel Capacity18.5 gal.13.0 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.8 in39.1 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room58.1 in58.5 in
Row 1 Hip Room56.0 in54.1 in
Row 1 Legroom45.5 in42.0 in
Row 2 Headroom37.8 in37.5 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room56.4 in57.1 in
Row 2 Hip Room56.0 in53.4 in
Row 2 Legroom35.6 in38.1 in
Cargo Volume15.9 ft315.8 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, rear250Yes
Panoramic sunroof1200Yes
Blind spot warning system200Yes
Rear cross-traffic detection100Yes
Total Requested1750100%
Total Not Requested00%

Option Package Details
Chevrolet Malibu Hybrid

Navigation system
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
Voice control for nav and audio75Yes
Speed limit information0No
Total Requested675100%
Total Not Requested00%
Panoramic sunroof
FeatureValueRequested?
Panoramic sunroof1200Yes
Universal garage door opener100Yes
Total Requested1300100%
Total Not Requested00%
Convenience and Technology Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Leather-wrapped steering wheel150Yes
AC power outlet100No
Remote start150No
Safety key5No
Wireless charging station75No
Total Requested30048%
Total Not Requested33052%
Driver Confidence Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Obstacle detection, front150No
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Auto-dimming headlights200No
Lane departure warning system200No
Blind spot warning system200Yes
Rear cross-traffic detection100Yes
Automatic braking, low-speed200No
Forward collision warning200No
Lane departure prevention system, steering-based200No
Pedestrian detection50No
Following distance indicator25No
Total Requested55031%
Total Not Requested122569%
Leather Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Heated front seats200Yes
Power recliner, passenger seat100Yes
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat100No
Power height adjuster, passenger seat50No
Bose, 9 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Total Requested130072%
Total Not Requested50028%

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