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

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Kia Sorento vs. Chevrolet Malibu Limited Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $32,040

Chevrolet Malibu Limited LTZ   
Difference: $9,645

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20202016
ModelSorentoMalibu Limited
TrimSXLTZ
Body4dr SUV4dr Sedan
Base Price $40,090 $28,420
Remote start 425  
Cargo net 50  
Electronics and Entertainment Package   1,850
Navigation system   495
Rear spoiler   400
Remote start 353  
Cargo net 42  
Electronics and Entertainment Package   1,684
Navigation system   450
Rear spoiler   364
Options (change) 475 2,745
Options (change) 395 2,498
Destination 1,120 875
Total Price $41,685 $32,040

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Kia Sorento vs. Chevrolet Malibu Limited

Lowest Adjusted Price: Chevrolet Malibu Limited LTZ
Lowest Adjusted Invoice: Kia Sorento SX
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $5,055
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $28,882
Model Year20202016
ModelSorentoMalibu Limited
TrimSXLTZ
Body4dr SUV4dr Sedan
Engine290hp V6202hp I4
TransmissionT8T6
DrivetrainFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)19/26 MPG24/34 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)630, 12?, 9
Tire (rear if not all the same)235/55-19215/60-16
Total Price$41,685$32,040
Adjustments for Features-4,5900
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$37,095$32,040

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Features Comparison: Kia Sorento vs. Chevrolet Malibu Limited

Model Year20202016
ModelSorentoMalibu Limited
TrimSXLTZ
Body4dr SUV4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
8-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1300 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic $1100
FWD$0$0
Accessories 
Power liftgate$350 
Proximity key$250 
Proximity trunk or liftgate opener$125 
Remote app $25
Sunshades, second row$125 
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
911 assist$25 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats$0 
Blind spot warning system$200 
Cross-traffic warning, rear$100 
Knee airbag, driver $75
Knee airbag, passenger $75
Obstacle detection, rear$250 
Rear side airbags $300
Cargo Management 
Roof rails$250 
Climate Control 
Ionizing air filtration$50 
Rear air vents with manual controls$150 
Rear HVAC unit$400 
Rear wiper$175 
Engine / Motor 
Automatic start / stop $150
Exterior 
Bodyside cladding$350 
Deep-tinted rear windows$275 
Metal accent plate, lower front fascia$0 
Metal accent plate, lower rear fascia$0 
Painted brake calipers (optional)$0 
Panoramic sunroof$1200 
Rear bumper protector$40 
Sunroof $900
Wheel-lip moldings$75 
Infotainment 
4G LTE connectivity $0
Android Auto support$100 
Apple CarPlay support$100 
HD radio$50 
Siri Eyes Free support $0
Surround sound$250 
Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation $225
Traffic information$25 
Wi-Fi hotspot $50
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Approach detection$25 
Compass $0
Power-folding mirrors$50 
Seats and Interior Trim 
Door sill trim plates $100
Folding third row seats$600 
Illuminated door sill trim plates$200 
Manual fore-aft adjuster, second row seats$75 
Manual recliner, second row seats$75 
Memory system, driver seat$200 
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat $150
Power thigh support length adjuster, driver seat$100 
Upgraded headliner (optional)$0 
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Electronic systems calibration selector$200 
Performance steering system (optional)$0 
Total Value of Features$7,740$3,150
Value of Feature Adjustments$4,590$0
Value of Feature Adjustments-1670

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Specifications Comparison: Kia Sorento vs. Chevrolet Malibu Limited

Model Year20202016
ModelSorentoMalibu Limited
Body4dr SUV4dr Sedan
Wheelbase109.4 in107.8 in
Length189.0 in191.5 in
Width74.4 in73.0 in
Height66.5 in57.6 in
Curb Weight3,968 lb.3,393 lb.
Fuel Capacity18.8 gal.18.5 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.5 in39.0 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room59.1 in57.5 in
Row 1 Hip Room56.7 in55.0 in
Row 1 Legroom41.2 in42.1 in
Row 2 Headroom39.3 in37.5 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room58.0 in57.1 in
Row 2 Hip Room56.4 in54.3 in
Row 2 Legroom39.4 in36.8 in
Row 3 Headroom36.3 in0.0 in
Row 3 Shoulder Room52.8 in0.0 in
Row 3 Hip Room41.4 in0.0 in
Row 3 Legroom31.7 in0.0 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum		11.3 ft316.3 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Behind R2		38.0 ft316.3 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum		73.0 ft316.3 ft3

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

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
AC power outlet100Yes
Mirror tilt-down in reverse25Yes
Universal garage door opener100Yes
Rearview camera200Yes
Pioneer, 9 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Total Requested132579%
Total Not Requested35021%

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