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2009 Chevrolet Malibu

2009 Kia Optima

  2009 Chevrolet Malibu Hybrid 2009 Kia Optima
MSRP
$24,243
$19,820
Invoice $22,909 $18,555
MPG
City/Highway
22/34 20/32
Rating 8.6 6.4
Bottom Line The 2009 Chevrolet Malibu is a top contender in its class in almost every way. The 2009 Kia Optima is a thoroughly competent, comfortable mid-size sedan that’s sorely lacking in personality and excitement—even with a modest spice-up for this year.
Likes &
Dislikes

Likes:

  • Elegant interior styling and top-tier materials
  • Refined, responsive powertrains
  • Four-cylinder fuel economy
  • Feels different than rivals
  • Good roadholding

Dislikes:

  • Not very sporty
  • No screen-based nav system

Likes:

  • Spacious cabin
  • Large trunk
  • Easy maneuverability

Dislikes:

  • Conservative, anonymous styling
  • Dull interior materials
  • Anti-lock brakes not available on the base model
  • No satellite radio or Bluetooth interface
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Used Car Prices

  Min Max Average
2009 Chevrolet Malibu $12,934 $18,330 $15,712
2009 Kia Optima $12,241 $15,024 $13,665
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