Chevrolet Malibu vs. Kia Rio Price Comparison
TrueDelta features the Internet's most balanced and thorough car price and
features comparison between the Chevrolet Malibu and Kia Rio. Including:
- TrueDelta Car Value Comparison
- Price/Invoice Comparison
- Feature Comparison
- Specs Comparison
- What Our Members Are Saying
More about the
Chevrolet Malibu
More about the
Kia Rio
Calculate Payments
Summary
|
For the Chevrolet Malibu vs. Kia Rio price comparison, we have first equipped the cars with selected features. The specific options added are shown in the Malibu vs. Rio Price Comparison table. If you want to know how much the Malibu and Rio will cost with the features you specified, this is the table to check. In this case, the Kia Rio SX's price is $5,090 lower than the Chevrolet Malibu LS's price |
TrueDelta Value Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Kia Rio
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Kia Rio SX | ||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: 5,090 | ||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: 4,689 | ||||
| Model Year | 2009 | 2009 | 2012 | 2012 |
| Model | Malibu | Malibu | Rio | Rio |
| Trim | LS | LT | EX | SX |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | 197hp I4 | 197hp I4 | 138hp I4 | 138hp I4 |
| Transmission | A4 | A4 | T6 | T6 |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | FWD | FWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | 22/30 MPG | 22/30 MPG | 28/36 MPG | 28/36 MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers | ?, 6 | ?, 6 | ?, 6 | ?, 6 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 215/55-17 | 215/55-17 | 185/65-15 | 205/45-17 |
| Total Price | 22,355 | 23,175 | 17,145 | 18,345 |
| Adjustments for Features | -375 | -550 | 0 | -1,455 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | 21,980 | 22,625 | 17,145 | 16,890 |
| Cost Above Minimum | 0 | 645 | 255 | 0 |
| Total Invoice | 21,153 | 21,937 | 16,357 | 17,497 |
| Adjustments for Features | -355 | -521 | 0 | -1,388 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | 20,798 | 21,416 | 16,357 | 16,109 |
| Cost Above Minimum | 0 | 618 | 248 | 0 |
Invoice Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Kia Rio
Price Comparison (MSRP): Chevrolet Malibu vs. Kia RioThe 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.
| Lowest Total Price: Kia Rio EX | ||||
| Difference: 5,210 | ||||
| Lowest Total Invoice: Kia Rio EX | ||||
| Difference: 4,796 | ||||
| Model Year | 2009 | 2009 | 2012 | 2012 |
| Model | Malibu | Malibu | Rio | Rio |
| Trim | LS | LT | EX | SX |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Price | 21,605 | 22,505 | 16,300 | 17,500 |
| Base Invoice | 20,417 | 21,267 | 15,535 | 16,675 |
| Floor mats | 80 | 95 | 95 | |
| Floor mats | 66 | 72 | 72 | |
| Total options | 80 | 0 | 95 | 95 |
| Total options | 66 | 0 | 72 | 72 |
| Destination | 670 | 670 | 750 | 750 |
| Total Price | 22,355 | 23,175 | 17,145 | 18,345 |
| Total Invoice | 21,153 | 21,937 | 16,357 | 17,497 |
Features Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Kia Rio
| Model Year | 2009 | 2009 | 2012 | 2012 |
| Model | Malibu | Malibu | Rio | Rio |
| Trim | LS | LT | EX | SX |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||||
| 4-speed automatic | $800 | $800 | ||
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | $1100 | ||
| FWD | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||||
| Compact spare tire | $75 | $75 | ||
| Front seat active head restraints | $50 | $50 | ||
| Rearview camera | $200 | |||
| Climate Control and Infotainment | ||||
| Audio controls on steering wheel | $125 | $125 | $125 | |
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | |||
| Bluetooth cell phone link | $100 | $100 | ||
| HD radio | $100 | |||
| Media drive, small | $25 | |||
| SMS text-to-speech reader | $50 | |||
| Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation | $400 | $400 | ||
| USB port | $150 | $150 | ||
| Voice control for external devices | $50 | |||
| Exterior | ||||
| Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) | $50 | $50 | ||
| Laminated side glass | $300 | $300 | ||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||||
| Automatic headlights | $125 | $125 | $125 | |
| Automatic-off headlights | $25 | |||
| Exterior temperature display | $50 | $50 | ||
| Fog lights | $125 | |||
| Heated mirrors | $25 | $25 | ||
| Illuminated visor mirror, driver | $50 | |||
| Illuminated visor mirror, passenger | $50 | |||
| Interior ambient lighting | $150 | $150 | ||
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | |||
| Trip computer | $150 | $150 | ||
| Turn signals on or near mirrors | $25 | |||
| Visor mirror, driver | $10 | $10 | $10 | |
| Visor mirror, passenger | $10 | $10 | $10 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||||
| Door sill trim plates | $100 | |||
| Leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | |||
| Manual height adjuster, driver seat | $50 | $50 | ||
| Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $50 | $50 | ||
| Metal pedals | $75 | |||
| Power height adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | ||
| Soft-touch instrument panel (optional) | $0 | |||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||||
| Alloy wheels | $350 | |||
| Alloy-look steel wheels | $100 | |||
| Chrome-clad steel wheels | $0 | |||
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | |||
| Total Value of Features | $2,170 | $2,345 | $1,795 | $3,250 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $375 | $550 | $0 | $1,455 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -355 | -521 | 0 | -1,388 |
Specifications Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Kia Rio
| Model Year | 2009 | 2012 |
| Model | Malibu | Rio |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Wheelbase | 112.3 in | 101.2 in |
| Length | 191.8 in | 171.9 in |
| Width | 70.3 in | 67.7 in |
| Height | 57.1 in | 57.3 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,450 lb. | 2,476 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 16.0 gal. | 11.4 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 39.4 in | 40.0 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 55.9 in | 53.1 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 53.0 in | 52.1 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 42.2 in | 43.8 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 37.2 in | 37.6 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 53.9 in | 52.1 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 52.1 in | 51.2 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 37.6 in | 31.1 in |
| Cargo Volume | 15.1 ft3 | 13.7 ft3 |
Dealer Price Quotes
|
Want to find out how much dealers are willing to discount these cars? Request free, no-obligation Chevrolet Malibu price quotes or Kia Rio price quotes from dealers using our car quote form. You can also request quotes from our partner PriceQuotes.com in the sidebar and motivate dealers to compete for your business by offering the lowest possible price. The process is easy and takes just a minute or two. You'll receive price quotes from local approved dealers within 48 hours. |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Price of the Chevrolet Malibu
| Price of the Chevrolet Malibu: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 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 |
We found this car used with 15,000 miles for about $5,000 less than any other used Malibu available. |
| 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. |
| 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. |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Price of the Kia Rio
| Price of the Kia Rio: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 110-horsepower 1.6L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
i went in with set price and style i wanted, i got it. insurance was cheap on it. |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 110-horsepower 1.6L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
The car in base model is very resonably priced in my opinion. Even my LX (ps, ac, am/fm cd) was a great deal. The dealership gave the max. on my trade in (110%) and I drove away with a payment $50 less per month and 2 years less! |
| 2007 | 4dr Sedan 110-horsepower 1.6L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
$14K for a car like this is pretty good. |
| 2002 | 4dr Sedan 96-horsepower 1.5L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
It came with AM/FM/CD, power steering and air conditioning for $6995 for a new car. |
