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Chevrolet Malibu vs. Kia Forte Price Comparison

Chevrolet Malibu vs Kia Forte Price Comparison:
Chevrolet Malibu vs Kia Forte Price Comparison:

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Summary

For the Chevrolet Malibu vs. Kia Forte price comparison, we have first equipped the cars with selected features. The specific options added are shown in the Malibu vs. Forte Price Comparison table. If you want to know how much the Malibu and Forte will cost with the features you specified, this is the table to check. In this case, the Kia Forte EX's price is $5,920 lower than the Chevrolet Malibu LTZ's price

Each car includes features you didn't request, and that aren't included on the other car. In the Malibu vs. Forte Features Comparison table we've tallied these features up and assigned monetary values to them using the site's default values. For example, compared to the Kia Forte EX, the Chevrolet Malibu LTZ includes additional features worth $2845. The TrueDelta Value Comparison figures include adjustments for most differences in feature content. However, they do not include advertising fees, factory-to-dealer incentives, or differences in engines, tires, seat configurations, and audio systems. Exceptions: They do include values for third-row seats and media players. Additional notes

0 In this case, despite a $2845 adjustment for the Chevrolet Malibu LTZ's additional features, the Kia Forte EX is $5,920 less than the Kia Forte EX.

TrueDelta Value Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Kia Forte

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Kia Forte EX
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: 5,920
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: 5,549
Model Year20082010
ModelMalibuForte
TrimLTZEX
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine259hp I4156hp I4
TransmissionT6A4
DrivetrainFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)17/26 MPG25/34 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers210, 8?, 6
Tire (rear if not all the same)225/50-18205/55-16
Total Price28,54519,780
Adjustments for Features-2,8450
Feature-Adjusted Total Price25,70019,780
Total Invoice26,91918,687
Adjustments for Features-2,6830
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice24,23618,687

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Invoice Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Kia Forte

Price Comparison (MSRP): Chevrolet Malibu vs. Kia Forte

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.

Lowest Total Price: Kia Forte EX
Difference: 8,765
Lowest Total Invoice: Kia Forte EX
Difference: 8,232
Model Year20082010
ModelMalibuForte
TrimLTZEX
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price27,09515,995
Base Invoice25,60515,230
Sunroof800 
Auto-dimming rearview mirror 180
Premium Package 800
Leather seating surfaces 1,000
Cargo net 40
Universal garage door opener 70
4-speed automatic 1,000
Sunroof 0
Auto-dimming rearview mirror 145
Premium Package 700
Leather seating surfaces 870
Cargo net 32
Universal garage door opener 55
4-speed automatic 960
Total options8003,090
Total options6642,762
Destination650695
Total Price28,54519,780
Total Invoice26,91918,687

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Features Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Kia Forte

Model Year20082010
ModelMalibuForte
TrimLTZEX
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1100 
4-speed automatic $800
FWD$0$0
Accessories 
Remote start$150 
Tilt steering wheel, manual $150
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual$250 
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Front seat active head restraints $50
Cargo Management 
Cargo mat$40 
Overhead sunglass holder $25
Climate Control and Infotainment 
Automatic climate control, front$200 
Bluetooth cell phone link $100
CD changer, in-dash$325 
CD player $125
Interior air filter $25
Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation$400 
USB port $150
Exterior 
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)$50 
Laminated side glass$300 
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror$75 
Automatic headlights$125 
Automatic-off headlights $25
Exterior temperature display$50 
Fog lights$125 
Heated mirrors$25 
Illuminated visor mirror, driver$50 
Illuminated visor mirror, passenger$50 
Interior ambient lighting$150 
Visor mirror, driver $10
Visor mirror, passenger $10
Powertrain 
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls$100 
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row $50
Door sill trim plates$100 
Manual height adjuster, driver seat $50
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat$50 
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 recliner, driver seat$100 
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat$100 
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat$100 
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Performance steering system (optional)$0 
Total Value of Features$4,415$1,570
Value of Feature Adjustments$2,845$0
Value of Feature Adjustments-2,6830

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Specifications Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Kia Forte

Model Year20082010
ModelMalibuForte
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase112.3 in104.3 in
Length191.8 in178.3 in
Width70.3 in69.9 in
Height57.1 in57.5 in
Curb Weight3,680 lb.2,740 lb.
Fuel Capacity16.0 gal.13.7 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.4 in40.0 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room55.9 in55.7 in
Row 1 Hip Room53.0 in53.0 in
Row 1 Legroom42.2 in43.3 in
Row 2 Headroom37.2 in37.8 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room53.9 in54.7 in
Row 2 Hip Room52.1 in53.3 in
Row 2 Legroom37.6 in35.0 in
Cargo Volume15.1 ft314.7 ft3

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Option Package Details
EX

Auto-dimming rearview mirror
FeatureValueRequested?
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Compass25Yes
Total Requested175100%
Total Not Requested00%
Leather seating surfaces
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Heated front seats300Yes
Leather-wrapped steering wheel150Yes
Total Requested1350100%
Total Not Requested00%
Premium Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Sunroof900Yes
Alloy wheels350Yes
205/55HR16 tires400No
Total Requested125076%
Total Not Requested40024%

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Price of the Chevrolet Malibu

Price of the Chevrolet Malibu: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2012 4dr Sedan 169-horsepower 2.4L I4
6-speed shiftable automatic FWD		 Got a really good lease deal. Didn't want to purchase a car at the time.
2010 4dr Sedan 252-horsepower 3.6L V6
6-speed shiftable automatic FWD		 I bought my malibu used with 9000 miles. I got a very good price so I am happy with my decision.
2009 4dr Sedan 252-horsepower 3.6L V6
6-speed shiftable automatic FWD		 Paid $23,049 for 2LT with sunroof
2009 4dr Sedan 169-horsepower 2.4L I4
6-speed shiftable automatic FWD		 Value packed - easily beats the competition on price, and GM incentives plus warranty make it a no brainer.
2008 4dr Sedan 169-horsepower 2.4L I4
4-speed automatic FWD		 The Malibu is a very quiet and refined car. It has decent handling and offers a lot of features for its price! The dealer incentives, combined with many positive reviews make it in my opinion a car that provides good value for the money.
2008 4dr Sedan 169-horsepower 2.4L I4
4-speed automatic FWD		 We found this car used with 15,000 miles for about $5,000 less than any other used Malibu available.
2007 4dr Sedan 145-horsepower 2.2L I4
4-speed shiftable automatic FWD		 I purchased new base model and have paid 2500 less than sticker price (60 month).
2007 4dr Hatch 217-horsepower 3.5L V6
4-speed shiftable automatic FWD		 I bought it used, depreciation is very high so it was very inexpensive considering the features and performance offered. It cost only 50% of list when only 23 months old. Since I intend to keep it for at least three year depreciation is not a concern.
2005 4dr Sedan 200-horsepower 3.5L V6
4-speed shiftable automatic FWD		 Great vehicle to have!
2005 4dr Sedan 200-horsepower 3.5L V6
4-speed shiftable automatic FWD		 The price was over 10K less than Camry or Accord and actually had better safety and features.

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Price of the Kia Forte

Price of the Kia Forte: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2010 2dr Coupe 156-horsepower 2.0L I4
5-speed manual FWD		 Sticker price was $1500 cheaper than comparable local Mazda 3 and VW Golf/Jetta with the same or more features.
Price of the Kia Forte: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2010 4dr Sedan 156-horsepower 2.0L I4
5-speed manual FWD		 a few $K more than the Versa.

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