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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: $25,310 Chevrolet Malibu SS | ||
| Difference: $8,320 | ||
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| Model Year | 2020 | 2006 |
| Model | Optima | Malibu |
| Trim | SX | SS |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Price | $32,190 | $22,865 |
| Cargo net | 50 | |
| Remote start | 425 | |
| Satellite radio | 325 | |
| Sunroof | 800 | |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | 695 | |
| Cargo net | 42 | |
| Remote start | 353 | |
| Satellite radio | 270 | |
| Sunroof | 664 | |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | 577 | |
| Options (change) | 475 | 1,820 |
| Options (change) | 395 | 1,511 |
| Destination | 965 | 625 |
| Total Price | $33,630 | $25,310 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Kia Optima vs. Chevrolet Malibu
| Lowest Adjusted Price: Chevrolet Malibu SS | ||
| Lowest Adjusted Invoice: Kia Optima SX | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $1,990 | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $22,640 | ||
| Model Year | 2020 | 2006 |
| Model | Optima | Malibu |
| Trim | SX | SS |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | 245hp I4 | 240hp V6 |
| Transmission | T6 | T4 |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | 21/30 MPG | 19/26 MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | ?, 6 | ?, 6 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 235/45-18 | 225/50-18 |
| Total Price | $33,630 | $25,310 |
| Adjustments for Features | -6,330 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $27,300 | $25,310 |
Features Comparison: Kia Optima vs. Chevrolet Malibu
| Model Year | 2020 | 2006 |
| Model | Optima | Malibu |
| Trim | SX | SS |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | |
| 4-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $900 | |
| FWD | $0 | $0 |
| Accessories | ||
| Power-adjustable pedals | $125 | |
| Proximity key | $250 | |
| Proximity trunk or liftgate opener | $125 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||
| 911 assist | $25 | |
| Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats | $0 | |
| Blind spot warning system | $200 | |
| Brake assist | $50 | |
| Cross-traffic warning, rear | $100 | |
| Knee airbag, driver | $75 | |
| Obstacle detection, rear | $250 | |
| Rearview camera | $200 | |
| Rollover sensor | $50 | |
| Stability control | $400 | |
| Tire-pressure monitor | $75 | |
| Vehicle health reports | $0 | |
| Cargo Management | ||
| Cargo mat | $40 | |
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | |
| Climate Control | ||
| Dual-zone climate control | $125 | |
| Interior air filter | $0 | |
| Rear air vents | $100 | |
| Exterior | ||
| Black exterior trim (optional) | $0 | |
| Body kit | $0 | |
| Bodyside moldings | $75 | |
| Laminated front side windows | $200 | |
| Painted brake calipers (optional) | $0 | |
| Panoramic sunroof | $1200 | |
| Sunroof | $900 | |
| Infotainment | ||
| Android Auto support | $100 | |
| App support | $0 | |
| Apple CarPlay support | $100 | |
| Aux input | $50 | |
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | $100 | |
| CD player | $125 | |
| SMS text-to-speech reader | $25 | |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | $200 | |
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||
| Approach detection | $25 | |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | $150 | |
| Heated mirrors | $25 | |
| Illuminated visor mirror, passenger | $50 | |
| LED headlights | $1000 | |
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | |
| Steering-linked headlights | $150 | |
| Turn signals on or near mirrors | $25 | |
| Visor mirror, passenger | $10 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||
| Center armrest(s), second row | $50 | |
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | $300 | |
| Heated front seats | $200 | |
| Leather seating surfaces | $900 | |
| Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $50 | |
| Memory system, driver seat | $200 | |
| Partial leather seating sufaces | $450 | |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $150 | |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Power recliner, driver seat | $100 | |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||
| Electronic systems calibration selector | $200 | |
| Machined alloy wheels | $350 | |
| Polished alloy wheels | $350 | |
| Transmission | ||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | |
| Total Value of Features | $9,515 | $3,185 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $6,330 | $0 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -256 | 0 |
Specifications Comparison: Kia Optima vs. Chevrolet Malibu
| Model Year | 2020 | 2006 |
| Model | Optima | Malibu |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Wheelbase | 110.4 in | 106.3 in |
| Length | 191.1 in | 188.3 in |
| Width | 73.2 in | 69.9 in |
| Height | 57.7 in | 57.5 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,558 lb. | 3,315 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 18.5 gal. | 16.3 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 39.8 in | 39.6 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 58.1 in | 56.7 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 56.0 in | 53.2 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 45.5 in | 41.9 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 37.8 in | 37.6 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 56.4 in | 56.1 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 56.0 in | 52.4 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 35.6 in | 38.5 in |
| Cargo Volume | 15.9 ft3 | 15.4 ft3 |
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