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Kia Spectra 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 Spectra vs. Chevrolet Malibu Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $17,925 Kia Spectra SX | ||||
| Difference: $7,830 | ||||
Lowest Total Invoice: $16,760 Kia Spectra SX | ||||
| Difference: $7,638 | ||||
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| Model Year | 2006 | 2012 | 2012 | 2012 |
| Model | Spectra | Malibu | Malibu | Malibu |
| Trim | SX | LT | 2LT | LTZ |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Price | $15,995 | $23,470 | $26,300 | $28,600 |
| Base Invoice | $14,980 | $22,296 | $24,985 | $27,027 |
| Antilock brakes (ABS) | 400 | |||
| Remote start | 250 | |||
| Sunroof | 700 | 850 | 1,035 | |
| Power Convenience Package | 675 | |||
| Antilock brakes (ABS) | 360 | |||
| Remote start | 215 | |||
| Sunroof | 625 | 748 | 911 | |
| Power Convenience Package | 594 | |||
| Options (change) | 1,350 | 1,525 | 1,035 | 0 |
| Options (change) | 1,200 | 1,342 | 911 | 0 |
| Destination | 580 | 760 | 760 | 760 |
| Total Price | $17,925 | $25,755 | $28,095 | $29,360 |
| Total Invoice | $16,760 | $24,398 | $26,656 | $27,787 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Kia Spectra vs. Chevrolet Malibu
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Kia Spectra SX | ||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $4,980 | ||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $4,938 | ||||
| Model Year | 2006 | 2012 | 2012 | 2012 |
| Model | Spectra | Malibu | Malibu | Malibu |
| Trim | SX | LT | 2LT | LTZ |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | 138hp I4 | 169hp I4 | 169hp I4 | 169hp I4 |
| Transmission | M5 | T6 | T6 | T6 |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | FWD | FWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | ?, 6 | ?, 6 | ?, 6 | ?, 8 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 205/50-16 | 215/55-17 | 215/55-17 | 225/50-18 |
| Total Price | $17,925 | $25,755 | $28,095 | $29,360 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -2,850 | -3,920 | -5,120 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $17,925 | $22,905 | $24,175 | $24,240 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $0 | $1,270 | $1,335 |
| Total Invoice | $16,760 | $24,398 | $26,656 | $27,787 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -2,700 | -3,719 | -4,846 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $16,760 | $21,698 | $22,937 | $22,941 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $0 | $1,239 | $1,243 |
Features Comparison: Kia Spectra vs. Chevrolet Malibu
| Model Year | 2006 | 2012 | 2012 | 2012 |
| Model | Spectra | Malibu | Malibu | Malibu |
| Trim | SX | LT | 2LT | LTZ |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||||
| 5-speed manual | $0 | |||
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | $1100 | $1100 | |
| FWD | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Accessories | ||||
| AC power outlet | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Tilt steering wheel, manual | $150 | |||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | $250 | $250 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||||
| Brake assist | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Stability control | $400 | $400 | $400 | |
| Tire-pressure monitor | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Traction control | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Cargo Management | ||||
| Cargo mat | $40 | $40 | ||
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | |||
| Climate Control | ||||
| Automatic climate control, front | $200 | |||
| Interior air filter | $0 | |||
| Exterior | ||||
| Body kit | $0 | |||
| Laminated front side windows | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Rear spoiler | $200 | |||
| Infotainment | ||||
| Audio controls on steering wheel | $125 | $125 | $125 | |
| Aux input | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| MP3-compatible player | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Satellite radio | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation | $225 | $225 | $225 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||||
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | $150 | $150 | ||
| Automatic headlights | $125 | $125 | $125 | |
| Automatic-off headlights | $25 | |||
| Compass | $0 | $0 | ||
| Fog lights | $125 | $125 | ||
| Heated mirrors | $25 | $25 | ||
| Illuminated visor mirror, driver | $50 | $50 | ||
| Illuminated visor mirror, passenger | $50 | $50 | ||
| Outside temperature display | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Visor mirror, driver | $10 | $10 | ||
| Visor mirror, passenger | $10 | $10 | ||
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||||
| Heated front seats | $200 | $200 | ||
| Leather seating surfaces | $900 | |||
| Leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Manual height adjuster, driver seat | $50 | |||
| 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 recliner, driver seat | $100 | |||
| Power tilt adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | |||
| Synthetic suede inserts in seating surfaces | $450 | |||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||||
| Alloy wheels | $350 | $350 | $350 | |
| Polished alloy wheels | $350 | |||
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | |||
| Total Value of Features | $1,120 | $3,970 | $5,040 | $6,240 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $2,850 | $3,920 | $5,120 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | -2,700 | -3,719 | -4,846 |
Specifications Comparison: Kia Spectra vs. Chevrolet Malibu
| Model Year | 2006 | 2012 |
| Model | Spectra | Malibu |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Wheelbase | 102.8 in | 112.3 in |
| Length | 176.4 in | 191.8 in |
| Width | 68.3 in | 70.3 in |
| Height | 57.9 in | 57.1 in |
| Curb Weight | 2,702 lb. | 3,416 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 14.5 gal. | 16.0 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 40.0 in | 39.4 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 55.1 in | 55.9 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 52.4 in | 53.0 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 42.8 in | 42.2 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 38.2 in | 37.2 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 53.9 in | 53.9 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 53.9 in | 52.1 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 35.4 in | 37.6 in |
| Cargo Volume | 12.2 ft3 | 15.1 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Chevrolet Malibu LT
| Power Convenience Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat | 100 | No |
| Power tilt adjuster, driver seat | 100 | No |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | 100 | No |
| AC power outlet | 100 | No |
| Remote start | 150 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 150 | 27% |
| Total Not Requested | 400 | 73% |
Option Package Details
Chevrolet Malibu 2LT
| Sunroof | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Sunroof | 900 | Yes |
| Cargo mat | 40 | No |
| Total Requested | 900 | 96% |
| Total Not Requested | 40 | 4% |
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