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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: $20,545 Kia Rio SX | ||
| Difference: $10,415 | ||
Lowest Total Invoice: $19,497 Kia Rio SX | ||
| Difference: $9,802 | ||
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| Model Year | 2012 | 2012 |
| Model | Rio | Malibu |
| Trim | SX | LTZ |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Price | $17,500 | $28,600 |
| Base Invoice | $16,675 | $27,027 |
| Premium Package | 2,200 | |
| Floor mats | 95 | |
| 3.6L V6 | 1,600 | |
| Premium Package | 2,000 | |
| Floor mats | 72 | |
| 3.6L V6 | 1,512 | |
| Options (change) | 2,295 | 1,600 |
| Options (change) | 2,072 | 1,512 |
| Destination | 750 | 760 |
| Total Price | $20,545 | $30,960 |
| Total Invoice | $19,497 | $29,299 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Kia Rio vs. Chevrolet Malibu
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Kia Rio SX | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $9,625 | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $9,054 | ||
| Model Year | 2012 | 2012 |
| Model | Rio | Malibu |
| Trim | SX | LTZ |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | 138hp I4 | 252hp V6 |
| Transmission | T6 | T6 |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | 28/36 MPG | 17/26 MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | ?, 6 | ?, 8 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 205/45-17 | 225/50-18 |
| Total Price | $20,545 | $30,960 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -790 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $20,545 | $30,170 |
| Total Invoice | $19,497 | $29,299 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -748 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $19,497 | $28,551 |
Features Comparison: Kia Rio vs. Chevrolet Malibu
| Model Year | 2012 | 2012 |
| Model | Rio | Malibu |
| Trim | SX | LTZ |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | $1100 |
| FWD | $0 | $0 |
| Accessories | ||
| AC power outlet | $100 | |
| Proximity key | $250 | |
| Remote start | $150 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||
| Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats | $0 | |
| Rearview camera | $200 | |
| Temporary spare tire | $150 | |
| Cargo Management | ||
| Cargo mat | $40 | |
| Climate Control | ||
| Automatic climate control, front | $200 | |
| Exterior | ||
| Bodyside moldings | $75 | |
| Laminated front side windows | $200 | |
| Infotainment | ||
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | |
| HD radio | $50 | |
| Navigation system | $600 | |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation | $225 | |
| Traffic information | $25 | |
| Voice control for nav and audio | $100 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | $150 | |
| Compass | $0 | |
| Interior ambient lighting | $150 | |
| Outside temperature display | $50 | |
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | |
| Trip computer | $150 | |
| Turn signals on or near mirrors | $25 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||
| Door sill trim plates | $100 | |
| Manual height adjuster, driver seat | $50 | |
| Metal pedals | $75 | |
| 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 lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $100 | |
| Power recliner, driver seat | $100 | |
| Power tilt adjuster, driver seat | $100 | |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Soft-touch instrument panel (optional) | $0 | |
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||
| Performance steering system (optional) | $0 | |
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | |
| Total Value of Features | $2,700 | $3,490 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $790 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | -748 |
Specifications Comparison: Kia Rio vs. Chevrolet Malibu
| Model Year | 2012 | 2012 |
| Model | Rio | Malibu |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Wheelbase | 101.2 in | 112.3 in |
| Length | 171.9 in | 191.8 in |
| Width | 67.7 in | 70.3 in |
| Height | 57.3 in | 57.1 in |
| Curb Weight | 2,476 lb. | 3,645 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 11.4 gal. | 16.0 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 40.0 in | 39.4 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 53.1 in | 55.9 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 52.1 in | 53.0 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 43.8 in | 42.2 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 37.6 in | 37.2 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 52.1 in | 53.9 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 51.2 in | 52.1 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 31.1 in | 37.6 in |
| Cargo Volume | 13.7 ft3 | 15.1 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Kia Rio SX
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | No |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Sunroof | 900 | Yes |
| Proximity key | 250 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | No |
| Traffic information | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 2000 | 67% |
| Total Not Requested | 975 | 33% |
Option Package Details
Chevrolet Malibu LTZ
| 3.6L V6 DOHC-4v 252 hp@6300 251 lb-ft@3200 | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| 3.6L V6 DOHC-4v 252 hp@6300 251 lb-ft@3200 | 1000 | Yes |
| Performance steering system (optional) | 250 | No |
| Total Requested | 1000 | 80% |
| Total Not Requested | 250 | 20% |
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