Kia Sorento Kia Sorento 2009 Chevrolet Malibu Chevrolet Malibu 2015
MENU
1 0 3 4 3 4

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

Join Us

Kia Sorento 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 Sorento vs. Chevrolet Malibu Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $28,155

Kia Sorento EX   
Difference: $3,550

Lowest Total Invoice: $26,119

Kia Sorento EX   
Difference: $3,861

Calculate Payments

  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year200920152015
ModelSorentoMalibuMalibu
TrimEX2LTLTZ
Body4dr SUV4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $25,345 $25,595 $28,320
Base Invoice $23,600 $24,443 $26,762
Luxury Package 1,500    
Remote start 360    
Rear spoiler 200 400 400
Leather Package   1,250  
Electronics and Entertainment Package   1,125  
Sunroof   1,000  
2.0L I4   1,535 2,160
Luxury Package 1,340    
Remote start 275    
Rear spoiler 154 352 352
Leather Package   1,100  
Electronics and Entertainment Package   990  
Sunroof   880  
2.0L I4   1,466 2,041
Options (change) 2,060 5,310 2,560
Options (change) 1,769 4,788 2,393
Destination 750 825 825
Total Price $28,155 $31,730 $31,705
Total Invoice $26,119 $30,056 $29,980

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 Sorento 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 Sorento vs. Chevrolet Malibu

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Kia Sorento EX
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $2,630
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $3,042
Model Year200920152015
ModelSorentoMalibuMalibu
TrimEX2LTLTZ
Body4dr SUV4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine262hp V6259hp I4259hp I4
TransmissionT5T6T6
DrivetrainRWDFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)15/21 MPG21/30 MPG21/30 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)280, 10?, 9?, 6
Tire (rear if not all the same)245/70-16235/50-18215/60-16
Total Price$28,155$31,730$31,705
Adjustments for Features0-945-570
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$28,155$30,785$31,135
Cost Above Minimum$0$0$350
Total Invoice$26,119$30,056$29,980
Adjustments for Features0-895-539
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$26,119$29,161$29,441
Cost Above Minimum$0$0$280

Return to top

Features Comparison: Kia Sorento vs. Chevrolet Malibu

Model Year200920152015
ModelSorentoMalibuMalibu
TrimEX2LTLTZ
Body4dr SUV4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
5-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1000  
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic $1100$1100
RWD$0  
FWD $0$0
Accessories 
AC power outlet $100 
Remote app $25$25
Tilt steering wheel, manual$150  
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual $250$250
Universal garage door opener$100$100 
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats$0  
Brake assist $50$50
Front side airbags $350$350
Full-size spare tire$225  
Knee airbag, passenger $75$75
Rear side airbags $300$300
Rearview camera $200 
Rollover sensor $50$50
Temporary spare tire $150$150
Vehicle health reports $0$0
Cargo Management 
Cargo cover$75  
Liftglass or two-piece tailgate$150  
Roof rack$300  
Storage compartment under front seat(s)$50  
Trailering equipment (4 wire)$125  
Climate Control 
Rear wiper$175  
Wiper de-icer$25  
Exterior 
Bodyside cladding$350  
Bodyside moldings $75 
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)  $25
Deep-tinted rear windows$275  
Laminated front side windows $200$200
Rear bumper protector$40  
Skid plates$150  
Tow hook(s), front$40  
Tow hook(s), rear$25  
Wheel-lip moldings$75  
Infotainment 
4G LTE connectivity $0$0
App support $0$0
Aux input $50$50
Bluetooth audio streaming $25$25
Bluetooth cell phone link $100$100
CD changer, in-dash$325  
CD player $125$125
Satellite radio $200$200
Siri Eyes Free support $0$0
SMS text-to-speech reader $25$25
Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation $225$225
USB port $25$25
Voice control for audio system $25$25
Voice control for external devices $0$0
Wi-Fi hotspot $50$50
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Altimeter$25  
Barometer$25  
Interior ambient lighting $150$150
Mirror tilt-down in reverse $25 
Turn signals on or near mirrors $25$25
Seats and Interior Trim 
Door sill trim plates  $100
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat$50  
Manual recliner, second row seats$75  
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat $150$150
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat $150$150
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat $100$100
Power height adjuster, passenger seat $100$100
Power recliner, passenger seat $100$100
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat $100$100
Total Value of Features$3,830$4,775$4,400
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$945$570
Value of Feature Adjustments0-895-539

Return to top

See a complete comparison of Kia Sorento vs. Chevrolet Malibu features.

Specifications Comparison: Kia Sorento vs. Chevrolet Malibu

Model Year20092015
ModelSorentoMalibu
Body4dr SUV4dr Sedan
Wheelbase106.7 in107.8 in
Length180.7 in191.5 in
Width73.3 in73.0 in
Height68.1 in57.6 in
Curb Weight4,098 lb.3,635 lb.
Fuel Capacity21.1 gal.18.5 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.7 in39.0 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room58.9 in57.5 in
Row 1 Hip Room55.3 in55.0 in
Row 1 Legroom42.6 in42.1 in
Row 2 Headroom39.5 in37.5 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room58.4 in57.1 in
Row 2 Hip Room58.0 in54.3 in
Row 2 Legroom36.1 in36.8 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum		31.7 ft316.3 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum		66.4 ft316.3 ft3

Return to top

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

Option Package Details
Kia Sorento EX

Luxury Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Automatic climate control, front200Yes
Heated front seats200Yes
Sunroof900Yes
CD changer, in-dash200No
Universal garage door opener100Yes
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Automatic headlights100Yes
Dual-zone climate control125Yes
Additional chrome trim0No
Total Requested177590%
Total Not Requested20010%

Option Package Details
Chevrolet Malibu 2LT

Leather Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Heated front seats200Yes
Power recliner, passenger seat100No
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat100No
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat150No
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat100No
Total Requested110071%
Total Not Requested45029%
Electronics and Entertainment Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Cargo net40Yes
Bodyside moldings75Yes
Universal garage door opener100Yes
Rearview camera200No
AC power outlet100No
Mirror tilt-down in reverse25No
Pioneer, 9 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Total Requested36535%
Total Not Requested67565%

Option Package Details
Chevrolet Malibu LTZ

turbocharged
2.0L I4
DOHC-4v
259 hp@5500
295 lb-ft@3000
FeatureValueRequested?
turbocharged
2.0L I4
DOHC-4v
259 hp@5500
295 lb-ft@3000		1000Yes
Sunroof900Yes
Total Requested1900100%
Total Not Requested00%

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 SUVs
See TrueDelta's information for all Kia models.