Chevrolet Malibu vs. Kia Soul Price Comparison
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For the Chevrolet Malibu vs. Kia Soul price comparison, we have first equipped the cars with selected features. The specific options added are shown in the Malibu vs. Soul Price Comparison table. If you want to know how much the Malibu and Soul will cost with the features you specified, this is the table to check. In this case, the Kia Soul !'s price is $6,460 lower than the Chevrolet Malibu LTZ's price |
TrueDelta Value Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Kia Soul
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Kia Soul ! | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: 6,460 | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: 6,185 | ||
| Model Year | 2010 | 2012 |
| Model | Malibu | Soul |
| Trim | LTZ | ! |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Hatch |
| Engine | 259hp I4 | 164hp I4 |
| Transmission | T6 | T6 |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | 17/26 MPG | 23/28 MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers | ?, 8 | 350, 8 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 225/50-18 | 235/45-18 |
| Total Price | 30,220 | 23,885 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -125 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | 30,220 | 23,760 |
| Total Invoice | 28,567 | 22,500 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -118 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | 28,567 | 22,382 |
Invoice Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Kia Soul
Price Comparison (MSRP): Chevrolet Malibu vs. Kia SoulThe 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 Soul ! | ||
| Difference: 6,335 | ||
| Lowest Total Invoice: Kia Soul ! | ||
| Difference: 6,067 | ||
| Model Year | 2010 | 2012 |
| Model | Malibu | Soul |
| Trim | LTZ | ! |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Hatch |
| Base Price | 26,955 | 19,600 |
| Base Invoice | 25,607 | 18,700 |
| Compact spare tire | 100 | |
| Sunroof | 850 | |
| 3.6L V6 | 1,595 | |
| Premium Package | 2,500 | |
| Interior ambient lighting | 350 | |
| Cargo mat | 85 | |
| Universal garage door opener | 350 | |
| Illuminated door sill trim plates | 250 | |
| Compact spare tire | 0 | |
| Sunroof | 0 | |
| 3.6L V6 | 0 | |
| Premium Package | 2,195 | |
| Interior ambient lighting | 305 | |
| Cargo mat | 70 | |
| Universal garage door opener | 280 | |
| Illuminated door sill trim plates | 200 | |
| Total options | 2,545 | 3,535 |
| Total options | 2,240 | 3,050 |
| Destination | 720 | 750 |
| Total Price | 30,220 | 23,885 |
| Total Invoice | 28,567 | 22,500 |
While we strive for accuracy, the site is not error-free, and prices can change at any time.
What Our Members Are Saying about the Price of the 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 the Kia Soul
| Price of the Kia Soul: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2011 | 4dr Hatch 142-horsepower 2.0L I4 4-speed automatic FWD | I was planning to buy a stripped down Soul, but for grins asked the dealer what a fully-equipped model would run. When he came back with the number, I was pleasantly surprised and bought the tricked out Exclaim model. |
| 2010 | 4dr Hatch 142-horsepower 2.0L I4 5-speed manual FWD | The Soul is priced much less than comparably equipped cars from other manufacturers. Kia has a niche in the "less is more" market. I have found the initial quality of this car impressive. I hope it continues to impress. |
| 2010 | 4dr Hatch 122-horsepower 1.6L I4 5-speed manual FWD | Ton of value for the MSRP, when compared with Scion XB & Others |
| 2010 | 4dr Hatch 142-horsepower 2.0L I4 5-speed manual FWD | Payments under $350 for all the things I want in a car except fog lights |
| 2010 | 4dr Hatch 142-horsepower 2.0L I4 4-speed automatic FWD | Comfort for four American-sized humans; room for a little luggage; pretty much any common option you could want (minus maybe heated seats and mirrors malice distinctive styling; and excellent fit and finish for around $16,000? Yes, please. |
| 2010 | 4dr Hatch 142-horsepower 2.0L I4 4-speed automatic FWD | For what you get, you feel like you should be paying over $20k for it all. I felt like I was robbing the dealer. Kia has come a long way. |
| 2010 | 4dr Hatch 142-horsepower 2.0L I4 4-speed automatic FWD | Affordable |
| 2010 | 4dr Hatch 142-horsepower 2.0L I4 5-speed manual FWD | The base price in the 13teens and a well apointed car in the 15-16teens make It a great option to own over an expensive lease. |
| 2010 | 4dr Hatch 142-horsepower 2.0L I4 5-speed manual FWD | its great price with good financing |
| 2010 | 4dr Hatch 142-horsepower 2.0L I4 4-speed automatic FWD | I was able to get the Soul + model with the options I wanted for sub 17k price tag. This workes well because I wanted to buy and not lease a vehicle and the payments do not break they bank. |
Features Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Kia Soul
| Model Year | 2010 | 2012 |
| Model | Malibu | Soul |
| Trim | LTZ | ! |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Hatch |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | $1100 |
| FWD | $0 | $0 |
| Accessories | ||
| AC power outlet | $100 | |
| Proximity key | $250 | |
| Remote start | $150 | |
| Sunshade, rear | $125 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||
| Front seat active head restraints | $50 | |
| Rearview camera | $200 | |
| Climate Control and Infotainment | ||
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | |
| Navigation system | $600 | |
| Rear wiper | $175 | |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation | $400 | |
| Traffic information | $50 | |
| Voice control for nav and audio | $100 | |
| Exterior | ||
| Bodyside moldings | $75 | |
| Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) | $50 | |
| Deep-tinted rear windows | $275 | |
| Laminated side glass | $300 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | $75 | |
| Speaker lights | $100 | |
| Trip computer | $150 | |
| Turn signals on or near mirrors | $25 | |
| Powertrain | ||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||
| Center armrest(s), front row | $75 | |
| Door sill trim plates | $100 | |
| Illuminated door sill trim plates | $200 | |
| Manual height adjuster, driver seat | $50 | |
| Metal pedals | $75 | |
| 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 lumbar adjuster, driver 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 | $3,375 | $3,500 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $125 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | -118 |
Specifications Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Kia Soul
| Model Year | 2010 | 2012 |
| Model | Malibu | Soul |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Hatch |
| Wheelbase | 112.3 in | 100.4 in |
| Length | 191.8 in | 162.2 in |
| Width | 70.3 in | 70.3 in |
| Height | 57.1 in | 63.4 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,680 lb. | 2,778 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 16.0 gal. | 12.7 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 39.4 in | 40.2 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 55.9 in | 55.2 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 53.0 in | 53.3 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 42.2 in | 42.1 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 37.2 in | 39.6 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 53.9 in | 55.1 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 52.1 in | 52.7 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 37.6 in | 39.0 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 15.1 ft3 | 23.7 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 15.1 | 53.4 ft3 |
Option Package Details
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| Universal garage door opener | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Compass | 25 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 125 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | No |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Automatic climate control, front | 200 | Yes |
| Heated front seats | 300 | Yes |
| Proximity key | 250 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | No |
| Traffic information | 50 | No |
| Total Requested | 1400 | 58% |
| Total Not Requested | 1000 | 42% |
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What Our Members Are Saying about Chevrolet Malibu Materials and Workmanship
| Available Features of the Chevrolet Malibu: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2013 | 4dr Sedan 182-horsepower 2.4L I4 Hybrid 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Best of any car I have recently purchased; appears to have been carefully assembled with attention to detail which I thought had been forgotten with distant-past GM purchases; for my needs this vehicle appears to be an exceptional value. |
| 2011 | 4dr Sedan 169-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Solid, well put together car...no quality control issues other than drivers seat |
| 2009 | 4dr Sedan 252-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
The fit and finish of the malibu looks more upscale than other sedans at the same price point. |
| 2009 | 4dr Sedan 169-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
quality, comfort & quietness |
| 2009 | 4dr Sedan 169-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
fit & finish is excellent throughout the exterior and interior |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 169-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
The soft touch fabrics, as well as the chrome trim really help with the appearance of high quality. In addition , the lack of squeaks or rattles seems to show that the engineers took care in designing it. |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 252-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Tight seams inside and out. Small details hidden everywhere you look. Good mix of materials inside including non-bland color schemes, soft touch materials in many areas, chrome accents highlighting controls, great tactile feel. |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 169-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
above average |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 169-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
soft touch marlterials feels much more expensive |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 169-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
This fit and finish are first rate. Much higher than expected for the price range. |
| 2006 | 4dr Hatch 240-horsepower 3.9L V6 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
The materials feel solid and of good quality. Again, this car has been driven hard by my wife for 3 years, yet it has never been to the shop, and has worked flawlessly. |
| Materials and Workmanship of the Chevrolet Malibu: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2011 | 4dr Sedan 169-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
In the LT1 trim, the seats are cloth which is very good but door panels are hard plastic. |
| 2009 | 4dr Sedan 169-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Where did GM find such terrible materials? The leather - hard and grainy. The plastics - strange colors, and noticeably thin. Why does the door not make an assuring "thud" when shut like my Optima does? GM could have done a LOT better in this department. |
| 2009 | 4dr Sedan 169-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
The car seems cheap, especially the interior materials--very plasticky. Of course, it was a rental. |
| 2007 | 4dr Sedan 145-horsepower 2.2L I4 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
The interior is on an austerity plan, and the steering column makes click-thunk noises (a common issue on these cars). Also, the door locks failed (warranty issue...also common). |
| 2007 | 4dr Hatch 217-horsepower 3.5L V6 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Compared to previous car (VW Passat) the interior plastics are cheap and squeaky. Seat material looks very hard wearing but also very cheap. |
| 2005 | 4dr Sedan 145-horsepower 2.2L I4 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Cheap materials on seats. |
| 2005 | 4dr Sedan 200-horsepower 3.5L V6 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Most of the parts are made in Korea. The fuel sender unit had silver contacts and corroded after using high-sulphur cheap gas. Front struts are weeping. |
| 2004 | 4dr Hatch 200-horsepower 3.5L V6 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Cheap plastics. Panels not fitting correctly. Interior has many rattles. Many buttons failed and had to be replaced. |
| 2004 | 4dr Hatch 200-horsepower 3.5L V6 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Rear sunroof shade pops out of position if wind hits it. Front seat bottom has come loose. |
| 2002 | 4dr Sedan 170-horsepower 3.1L V6 4-speed automatic FWD |
Generally poor build quality in the interior. Steering wheel showed signs of aging after 40k miles; button label worn off. |
What Our Members Are Saying about Kia Soul Materials and Workmanship
| Available Features of the Kia Soul: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2010 | 4dr Hatch 142-horsepower 2.0L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
IMHO, materials & workmanship are judged in part by their durability, but fit and finish are quite good. And Kia is a fast learner: interior plastics which scratched easily in 2009 models were replaced with tougher materials for 2010 models. |
| 2010 | 4dr Hatch 142-horsepower 2.0L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
After 5 months there are no rattles or squeaks or loose parts. The textures and lines are clean and attractive. |
| 2010 | 4dr Hatch 142-horsepower 2.0L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
The sound of the doors slamming, the quality of the seats, not a blemish on the car, and I looked. |
| 2010 | 4dr Hatch 142-horsepower 2.0L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
Well made, solid doors and body. No gapping in body work or interior details. Not a dime a dozen vehicle! |
| Materials and Workmanship of the Kia Soul: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2010 | 4dr Hatch 142-horsepower 2.0L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
Felt like a cheap vehicle. Many rattles. |
| 2010 | 4dr Hatch 142-horsepower 2.0L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
I personaly do not have a problem with the interior of the car. However, you can see that the floormats and some the the plastics on the inside are a little cheaper grade then some cars. However, when you keep it clean it look nearly the same. |
