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Kia Rio vs. Chevrolet Malibu Limited Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Kia Rio vs. Chevrolet Malibu Limited Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $20,545

Kia Rio SX   
Difference: $11,095

Lowest Total Invoice: $19,497

Kia Rio SX   
Difference: $10,369

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20122016
ModelRioMalibu Limited
TrimSXLTZ
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $17,500 $28,420
Base Invoice $16,675 $26,857
Premium Package 2,200  
Floor mats 95  
Electronics and Entertainment Package   1,850
Navigation system   495
Premium Package 2,000  
Floor mats 72  
Electronics and Entertainment Package   1,684
Navigation system   450
Options (change) 2,295 2,345
Options (change) 2,072 2,134
Destination 750 875
Total Price $20,545 $31,640
Total Invoice $19,497 $29,866

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Kia Rio vs. Chevrolet Malibu Limited

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Kia Rio SX
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $7,905
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $7,358
Model Year20122016
ModelRioMalibu Limited
TrimSXLTZ
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine138hp I4202hp I4
TransmissionT6T6
DrivetrainFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)28/36 MPG24/34 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 6?, 9
Tire (rear if not all the same)205/45-17215/60-16
Total Price$20,545$31,640
Adjustments for Features0-3,190
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$20,545$28,450
Total Invoice$19,497$29,866
Adjustments for Features0-3,011
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$19,497$26,855

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Features Comparison: Kia Rio vs. Chevrolet Malibu Limited

Model Year20122016
ModelRioMalibu Limited
TrimSXLTZ
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1100$1100
FWD$0$0
Accessories 
AC power outlet $100
Proximity key$250 
Remote app $25
Remote start $150
Universal garage door opener $100
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats$0 
Knee airbag, driver $75
Knee airbag, passenger $75
Rear side airbags $300
Rollover sensor $50
Temporary spare tire $150
Vehicle health reports $0
Cargo Management 
Cargo net $40
Overhead sunglass holder $25
Climate Control 
Automatic climate control, front $200
Dual-zone climate control $125
Interior air filter $0
Engine / Motor 
Automatic start / stop $150
Exterior 
Laminated front side windows $200
Infotainment 
4G LTE connectivity $0
App support $0
HD radio$50 
Siri Eyes Free support $0
SMS text-to-speech reader $25
Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation $225
Traffic information$25 
Voice control for external devices $0
Wi-Fi hotspot $50
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Auto-dimming rearview mirror $150
Compass $0
Interior ambient lighting $150
Mirror tilt-down in reverse $25
Outside temperature display $50
Power-folding mirrors$50 
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row $50
Door sill trim plates $100
Manual height adjuster, driver seat$50 
Metal pedals$75 
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat $150
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat $150
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat $100
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat $100
Power height adjuster, driver seat $100
Power height adjuster, passenger seat $100
Power recliner, driver seat $100
Power recliner, passenger seat $100
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat $100
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat $100
Soft-touch instrument panel (optional)$0 
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Sport suspension (upgrade)$0 
Total Value of Features$1,600$4,790
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$3,190
Value of Feature Adjustments0-3,011

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See a complete comparison of Kia Rio vs. Chevrolet Malibu Limited features.

Specifications Comparison: Kia Rio vs. Chevrolet Malibu Limited

Model Year20122016
ModelRioMalibu Limited
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase101.2 in107.8 in
Length171.9 in191.5 in
Width67.7 in73.0 in
Height57.3 in57.6 in
Curb Weight2,476 lb.3,393 lb.
Fuel Capacity11.4 gal.18.5 gal.
Row 1 Headroom40.0 in39.0 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room53.1 in57.5 in
Row 1 Hip Room52.1 in55.0 in
Row 1 Legroom43.8 in42.1 in
Row 2 Headroom37.6 in37.5 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room52.1 in57.1 in
Row 2 Hip Room51.2 in54.3 in
Row 2 Legroom31.1 in36.8 in
Cargo Volume13.7 ft316.3 ft3

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See a complete comparison of Kia Rio vs. Chevrolet Malibu Limited specs.

Option Package Details
Kia Rio SX

Premium Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Heated front seats200Yes
Sunroof900Yes
Proximity key250No
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Traffic information25No
Total Requested270091%
Total Not Requested2759%

Option Package Details
Chevrolet Malibu Limited LTZ

Navigation system
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
Voice control for nav and audio75Yes
Speed limit information0No
Total Requested675100%
Total Not Requested00%
Electronics and Entertainment Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Sunroof900Yes
Universal garage door opener100No
Rearview camera200Yes
AC power outlet100No
Mirror tilt-down in reverse25No
Pioneer, 9 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Total Requested110066%
Total Not Requested57534%

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