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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: $16,885 Kia Rio SX | |||||
| Difference: $9,990 | |||||
Lowest Total Invoice: $15,877 Kia Rio SX | |||||
| Difference: $9,914 | |||||
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| Model Year | 2011 | 2011 | 2017 | 2017 | 2017 |
| Model | Rio | Rio | Malibu | Malibu | Malibu |
| Trim | LX | SX | LT | Premier | Hybrid |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Price | $14,995 | $16,095 | $25,125 | $30,975 | $27,875 |
| Base Invoice | $14,480 | $15,110 | $24,120 | $29,736 | $26,760 |
| Value Package | 750 | ||||
| 195/55VR15 | 300 | ||||
| Floor mats | 95 | 95 | |||
| Rear spoiler | 300 | ||||
| Sport Package | 875 | ||||
| Value Package | 665 | ||||
| 195/55VR15 | 260 | ||||
| Floor mats | 72 | 72 | |||
| Rear spoiler | 250 | ||||
| Sport Package | 796 | ||||
| Options (change) | 1,445 | 95 | 875 | 0 | 0 |
| Options (change) | 1,247 | 72 | 796 | 0 | 0 |
| Destination | 695 | 695 | 875 | 875 | 875 |
| Total Price | $17,135 | $16,885 | $26,875 | $31,850 | $28,750 |
| Total Invoice | $16,422 | $15,877 | $25,791 | $30,611 | $27,635 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Kia Rio vs. Chevrolet Malibu
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Kia Rio SX | |||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $6,505 | |||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $6,563 | |||||
| Model Year | 2011 | 2011 | 2017 | 2017 | 2017 |
| Model | Rio | Rio | Malibu | Malibu | Malibu |
| Trim | LX | SX | LT | Premier | Hybrid |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | 110hp I4 | 110hp I4 | 163hp I4 | 250hp I4 | 122hp I4 H |
| Transmission | A4 | A4 | T6 | T9 | CVT |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | FWD | FWD | FWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | ?, 6 | ?, 6 | ?, 6 | ?, 9 | ?, 6 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 195/55-15 | 205/45-16 | 245/45-18 | 245/45-18 | 225/55-17 |
| Total Price | $17,135 | $16,885 | $26,875 | $31,850 | $28,750 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -375 | -3,860 | -7,350 | -3,635 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $17,135 | $16,510 | $23,015 | $24,500 | $25,115 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $625 | $0 | $0 | $1,485 | $2,100 |
| Total Invoice | $16,422 | $15,877 | $25,791 | $30,611 | $27,635 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -353 | -3,704 | -7,064 | -3,494 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $16,422 | $15,524 | $22,087 | $23,547 | $24,141 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $898 | $0 | $0 | $1,460 | $2,054 |
Features Comparison: Kia Rio vs. Chevrolet Malibu
| Model Year | 2011 | 2011 | 2017 | 2017 | 2017 |
| Model | Rio | Rio | Malibu | Malibu | Malibu |
| Trim | LX | SX | LT | Premier | Hybrid |
| 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 | ||||
| 9-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1400 | ||||
| CVT | $1000 | ||||
| FWD | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Accessories | |||||
| AC power outlet | $100 | ||||
| Heated steering wheel | $100 | ||||
| Proximity key | $250 | $250 | $250 | ||
| Remote app | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Remote start | $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 | ||
| Knee airbag, driver | $75 | $75 | $75 | ||
| Knee airbag, passenger | $75 | $75 | $75 | ||
| Rear side airbags | $300 | $300 | $300 | ||
| Rearview camera | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Rollover sensor | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Safety key | $5 | $5 | $5 | ||
| Stability control | $400 | $400 | $400 | ||
| Temporary spare tire | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Traction control | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Vehicle health reports | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| Cargo Management | |||||
| Cargo mat | $40 | ||||
| Climate Control | |||||
| Automatic climate control, front | $200 | $200 | |||
| Dual-zone climate control | $125 | $125 | |||
| Interior air filter | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| Rear air vents | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Engine / Motor | |||||
| Automatic start / stop | $150 | $150 | |||
| Exterior | |||||
| Active grille shutters | $0 | $0 | |||
| Bodyside moldings | $75 | $75 | |||
| Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) | $25 | $25 | |||
| Laminated front side windows | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Rear spoiler | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Infotainment | |||||
| 4G LTE connectivity | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| Android Auto support | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| App support | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| Apple CarPlay support | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| CD player | $125 | $125 | |||
| MP3-compatible player | $50 | $50 | |||
| Navigation system | $600 | ||||
| SMS text-to-speech reader | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation | $225 | $225 | $225 | ||
| Voice control for audio system | $25 | $25 | |||
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| Voice control for nav and audio | $100 | ||||
| Wi-Fi hotspot | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Wireless charging station | $75 | ||||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | |||||
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | $150 | ||||
| Automatic headlights | $125 | $125 | $125 | ||
| Automatic-off headlights | $25 | $25 | |||
| Compass | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| Detailed driving style feedback | $100 | ||||
| Fog lights | $125 | ||||
| Illuminated visor mirror, driver | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Illuminated visor mirror, passenger | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Interior ambient lighting | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Large energy flow and fuel economy display | $25 | ||||
| Outside temperature display | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Tachometer | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Trip computer | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Visor mirror, driver | $10 | $10 | |||
| Visor mirror, passenger | $10 | $10 | |||
| Seats and Interior Trim | |||||
| Center armrest(s), second row | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | $300 | ||||
| Door sill trim plates | $100 | ||||
| Heated front seats | $200 | ||||
| Leather seating surfaces | $900 | ||||
| Leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Manual height adjuster, driver seat | $50 | $50 | |||
| Manual height adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | |||
| Manual tilt adjuster, driver seat | $50 | $50 | |||
| Memory system, driver seat | $200 | ||||
| Metal pedals | $75 | ||||
| Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $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 lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | ||||
| Power recliner, driver seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power recliner, passenger seat | $100 | ||||
| Power tilt adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Total Value of Features | $1,770 | $2,145 | $5,630 | $9,120 | $5,405 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $375 | $3,860 | $7,350 | $3,635 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | -353 | -3,704 | -7,064 | -3,494 |
Specifications Comparison: Kia Rio vs. Chevrolet Malibu
| Model Year | 2011 | 2017 |
| Model | Rio | Malibu |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Wheelbase | 98.4 in | 111.4 in |
| Length | 167.3 in | 193.8 in |
| Width | 66.7 in | 73.0 in |
| Height | 57.9 in | 57.7 in |
| Curb Weight | 2,366 lb. | 3,087 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 11.9 gal. | 13.0 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 39.6 in | 39.1 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 53.5 in | 58.5 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 50.8 in | 54.1 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 42.8 in | 42.0 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 37.8 in | 37.5 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 53.1 in | 57.1 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 50.0 in | 53.4 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 34.3 in | 38.1 in |
| Cargo Volume | 11.9 ft3 | 15.8 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% |
Option Package Details
Chevrolet Malibu LT
| Sport Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather-wrapped steering wheel | 150 | Yes |
| Rear spoiler | 200 | Yes |
| 245/45R18 tires | 400 | No |
| Total Requested | 350 | 47% |
| Total Not Requested | 400 | 53% |
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