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Kia Rio 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 Rio vs. Chevrolet Malibu Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $16,835 Kia Rio LX | |||||
| Difference: $7,395 | |||||
Lowest Total Invoice: $15,877 Kia Rio SX | |||||
| Difference: $7,179 | |||||
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| Model Year | 2011 | 2011 | 2012 | 2012 | 2012 |
| Model | Rio | Rio | Malibu | Malibu | Malibu |
| Trim | LX | SX | LT | 2LT | LTZ |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Price | $14,995 | $16,095 | $23,470 | $26,300 | $28,600 |
| Base Invoice | $14,480 | $15,110 | $22,296 | $24,985 | $27,027 |
| Value Package | 750 | ||||
| 195/55VR15 | 300 | ||||
| Floor mats | 95 | 95 | |||
| Value Package | 665 | ||||
| 195/55VR15 | 260 | ||||
| Floor mats | 72 | 72 | |||
| Options (change) | 1,145 | 95 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Options (change) | 997 | 72 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Destination | 695 | 695 | 760 | 760 | 760 |
| Total Price | $16,835 | $16,885 | $24,230 | $27,060 | $29,360 |
| Total Invoice | $16,172 | $15,877 | $23,056 | $25,745 | $27,787 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Kia Rio vs. Chevrolet Malibu
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Kia Rio SX | |||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $6,170 | |||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $6,055 | |||||
| Model Year | 2011 | 2011 | 2012 | 2012 | 2012 |
| Model | Rio | Rio | Malibu | Malibu | Malibu |
| Trim | LX | SX | LT | 2LT | LTZ |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | 110hp I4 | 110hp I4 | 169hp I4 | 169hp I4 | 169hp I4 |
| Transmission | A4 | A4 | T6 | T6 | T6 |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | FWD | FWD | FWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | ?, 6 | ?, 6 | ?, 6 | ?, 6 | ?, 8 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 195/55-15 | 205/45-16 | 215/55-17 | 215/55-17 | 225/50-18 |
| Total Price | $16,835 | $16,885 | $24,230 | $27,060 | $29,360 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -575 | -1,750 | -3,580 | -5,470 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $16,835 | $16,310 | $22,480 | $23,480 | $23,890 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $525 | $0 | $0 | $1,000 | $1,410 |
| Total Invoice | $16,172 | $15,877 | $23,056 | $25,745 | $27,787 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -541 | -1,665 | -3,406 | -5,177 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $16,172 | $15,336 | $21,391 | $22,339 | $22,610 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $836 | $0 | $0 | $948 | $1,219 |
Features Comparison: Kia Rio vs. Chevrolet Malibu
| Model Year | 2011 | 2011 | 2012 | 2012 | 2012 |
| Model | Rio | Rio | Malibu | Malibu | Malibu |
| Trim | LX | SX | LT | 2LT | LTZ |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | |||||
| 4-speed automatic | $800 | $800 | |||
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | $1100 | $1100 | ||
| FWD | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Accessories | |||||
| AC power outlet | $100 | $100 | |||
| Remote start | $150 | $150 | |||
| Tilt steering wheel, manual | $150 | $150 | |||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | $250 | $250 | ||
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | |||||
| Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats | $0 | $0 | |||
| Brake assist | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Stability control | $400 | $400 | $400 | ||
| Traction control | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Cargo Management | |||||
| Cargo mat | $40 | ||||
| Climate Control | |||||
| Automatic climate control, front | $200 | ||||
| Exterior | |||||
| Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Laminated front side windows | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Rear spoiler | $200 | ||||
| Sunroof | $900 | ||||
| Infotainment | |||||
| Bluetooth cell phone link | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation | $225 | $225 | $225 | ||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | |||||
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | $150 | $150 | |||
| Automatic headlights | $125 | $125 | $125 | ||
| Automatic-off headlights | $25 | $25 | |||
| Compass | $0 | $0 | |||
| Fog lights | $125 | $125 | |||
| Heated mirrors | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Illuminated visor mirror, driver | $50 | $50 | |||
| Illuminated visor mirror, passenger | $50 | $50 | |||
| Interior ambient lighting | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Outside temperature display | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Turn signals on or near mirrors | $25 | $25 | |||
| Visor mirror, driver | $10 | $10 | $10 | ||
| Visor mirror, passenger | $10 | $10 | $10 | ||
| Seats and Interior Trim | |||||
| Door sill trim plates | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Heated front seats | $200 | $200 | |||
| Leather seating surfaces | $900 | ||||
| Leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Manual height adjuster, driver seat | $50 | $50 | |||
| Manual tilt adjuster, driver seat | $50 | $50 | |||
| Metal pedals | $75 | ||||
| Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | |||
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | ||||
| Power height adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | ||||
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power recliner, driver seat | $100 | ||||
| Power tilt adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | |||
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | ||||
| Synthetic suede inserts in seating surfaces | $450 | ||||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | |||||
| Alloy wheels | $350 | $350 | $350 | $350 | |
| Chrome-clad alloy wheels | $600 | ||||
| Total Value of Features | $1,595 | $2,170 | $3,345 | $5,175 | $7,065 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $575 | $1,750 | $3,580 | $5,470 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | -541 | -1,665 | -3,406 | -5,177 |
Specifications Comparison: Kia Rio vs. Chevrolet Malibu
| Model Year | 2011 | 2012 |
| Model | Rio | Malibu |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Wheelbase | 98.4 in | 112.3 in |
| Length | 167.3 in | 191.8 in |
| Width | 66.7 in | 70.3 in |
| Height | 57.9 in | 57.1 in |
| Curb Weight | 2,366 lb. | 3,416 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 11.9 gal. | 16.0 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 39.6 in | 39.4 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 53.5 in | 55.9 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 50.8 in | 53.0 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 42.8 in | 42.2 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 37.8 in | 37.2 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 53.1 in | 53.9 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 50.0 in | 52.1 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 34.3 in | 37.6 in |
| Cargo Volume | 11.9 ft3 | 15.1 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Kia Rio LX
| Value Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Audio controls on steering wheel | 125 | Yes |
| Cruise control | 150 | Yes |
| Power mirrors | 125 | Yes |
| Heated mirrors | 25 | Yes |
| Power front side windows | 250 | Yes |
| Power locks | 275 | Yes |
| Remote keyless entry | 225 | Yes |
| Unbranded, 6 speakers | 350 | No |
| Power rear side windows | 200 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1375 | 80% |
| Total Not Requested | 350 | 20% |
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