Kia Rio Kia Rio 2012 Chevrolet Malibu Chevrolet Malibu 2020

We are 103,000+ car owners sharing real-world car information.

Join Us

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.

Kia Rio vs. Chevrolet Malibu Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $20,545

Kia Rio SX   
Difference: $9,095

Calculate Payments

  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year201220202020
ModelRioMalibuMalibu
TrimSXLTPremier
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $17,500 $26,670 $33,370
Premium Package 2,200    
Floor mats 95    
Panoramic sunroof   1,150  
Convenience and Technology Package   895  
Sun and Wheels Package     2,270
Premium Package 2,000    
Floor mats 72    
Panoramic sunroof   1,047  
Convenience and Technology Package   814  
Sun and Wheels Package     2,066
Options (change) 2,295 2,045 2,270
Options (change) 2,072 1,861 2,066
Destination 750 925 925
Total Price $20,545 $29,640 $36,565

Return to top

While we strive for accuracy, the site is not error-free, and prices can change at any time.

Dealer Price Quotes

Want to find out how much dealers are willing to discount these cars?

Request free, no-obligation Kia Rio dealer quotes or Chevrolet Malibu dealer quotes from dealers using our car quote form.

The process is easy and takes just a minute or two. You'll receive price quotes from local approved dealers within 48 hours.

TrueDelta Value Comparison: Kia Rio vs. Chevrolet Malibu

Lowest Adjusted Price: Kia Rio SX
Lowest Adjusted Invoice: Chevrolet Malibu Premier
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $8,140
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $16,847
Model Year201220202020
ModelRioMalibuMalibu
TrimSXLTPremier
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine138hp I4160hp I4250hp I4
TransmissionT6CVT-7T9
DrivetrainFWDFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 6?, 6?, 9
Tire (rear if not all the same)205/45-17225/55-17245/40-19
Total Price$20,545$29,640$36,565
Adjustments for Features0-955-4,170
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$20,545$28,685$32,395
Cost Above Minimum$0$0$3,710

Return to top

Features Comparison: Kia Rio vs. Chevrolet Malibu

Model Year201220202020
ModelRioMalibuMalibu
TrimSXLTPremier
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1100  
7-speed manually-shiftable CVT $1100 
9-speed manually-shiftable automatic  $1400
FWD$0$0$0
Accessories 
AC power outlet $100$100
Heated steering wheel  $100
Remote app $25$25
Remote start $150$150
Universal garage door opener $100$100
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats$0  
Knee airbag, driver $75$75
Knee airbag, passenger $75$75
Rear side airbags $300$300
Rollover sensor $50$50
Safety key $5$5
Temporary spare tire $150 
Vehicle health reports $0$0
Cargo Management 
Cargo mat  $40
Climate Control 
Automatic climate control, front  $200
Dual-zone climate control  $125
Interior air filter $0$0
Rear air vents $100$100
Engine / Motor 
Automatic start / stop $150 
Exterior 
Active grille shutters $0 
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)$25 $25
Laminated front side windows $200$200
Panoramic sunroof $1200$1200
Sunroof$900  
Infotainment 
4G LTE connectivity $0$0
Android Auto support $100$100
App support $0$0
Apple CarPlay support $100$100
CD player$125  
HD radio$50  
MP3-compatible player$50  
Navigation system$600 $600
SMS text-to-speech reader $25$25
Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation $225$225
Traffic information$25  
Voice control for audio system $25 
Voice control for external devices $0$0
Voice control for nav and audio$100 $100
Wi-Fi hotspot $50$50
Wireless charging station $75$75
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Auto-dimming rearview mirror $150$150
Compass $0$0
Fog lights$125  
Interior ambient lighting $150$150
Outside temperature display $50$50
Power-folding mirrors$50  
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row $50$50
Cooled or ventilated front seats  $300
Door sill trim plates  $100
Heated front seats$200 $200
Leather seating surfaces$900 $900
Manual height adjuster, driver seat$50  
Manual height adjuster, passenger seat $50 
Memory system, driver seat  $200
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
Power height adjuster, passenger seat  $100
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat $100$100
Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat  $100
Power recliner, driver seat $100$100
Power recliner, passenger seat  $100
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat $100$100
Soft-touch instrument panel (optional)$0  
Upgraded floor mats  $0
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Sport suspension (upgrade)$0  
Total Value of Features$4,375$5,330$8,545
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$955$4,170
Value of Feature Adjustments0-90-341

Return to top

Specifications Comparison: Kia Rio vs. Chevrolet Malibu

Model Year20122020
ModelRioMalibu
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase101.2 in111.4 in
Length171.9 in194.2 in
Width67.7 in73.0 in
Height57.3 in57.3 in
Curb Weight2,404 lb.3,127 lb.
Fuel Capacity11.4 gal.15.8 gal.
Row 1 Headroom40.0 in39.1 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room53.1 in58.5 in
Row 1 Hip Room52.1 in54.1 in
Row 1 Legroom43.8 in41.5 in
Row 2 Headroom37.6 in37.5 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room52.1 in57.1 in
Row 2 Hip Room51.2 in53.4 in
Row 2 Legroom31.1 in38.1 in
Cargo Volume13.7 ft315.7 ft3

Return to top

Option Package Details
Kia Rio SX

Premium Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Heated front seats200Yes
Sunroof900Yes
Proximity key250Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Traffic information25No
Total Requested295099%
Total Not Requested251%

Option Package Details
Chevrolet Malibu LT

Panoramic sunroof
FeatureValueRequested?
Universal garage door opener100No
Panoramic sunroof1200No
Total Requested00%
Total Not Requested1300100%
Convenience and Technology Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150No
Leather-wrapped steering wheel150Yes
AC power outlet100No
Remote start150No
Wireless charging station75No
Total Requested15024%
Total Not Requested47576%

Option Package Details
Chevrolet Malibu Premier

Sun and Wheels Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Universal garage door opener100No
Panoramic sunroof1200No
245/40R19 tires400No
Upgraded floor mats0No
Total Requested00%
Total Not Requested1700100%

Was this information useful?

We're glad we could help! Share this page:

We're so sorry! Tell us how we can improve it.

See TrueDelta's information for all Sedans and Hatchbacks.
See TrueDelta's information for all Kia models.