Kia Optima vs Chevrolet Malibu

2016 Kia Optima
2016 Kia Optima
$22,140MSRP
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2017 Chevrolet Malibu
2017 Chevrolet Malibu
$21,680MSRP
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2016 Kia Optima
$22,140MSRP
Overview
Overview
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2017 Chevrolet Malibu
$21,680MSRP
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Overview
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Overview

MSRP

$22,140

MSRP

$21,680

Listings

3933

Listings

9226

Ratings & Reviews

User Reviews
User Reviews

Expert reviews

8.8 out of 10

Expert reviews

8.3 out of 10

Reviews Summary

In almost every respect, the redesigned 2016 Kia Optima is the standard-bearer of the midsize family sedan segment. From its exterior styling and interior design to its safety and infotainment systems, the new Optima is firing on all cylinders. Plus, in Optima Turbo spec, and with a single exception, this car is great to drive.

Reviews Summary

Rodney Dangerfield was a legendary stand-up comedian, and while his on-stage shtick was all about how he didn’t get any respect, as a comedic talent he was held in the highest esteem. That’s not the case for the 2017 Chevrolet Malibu. The oft-maligned Malibu literally gets no respect, which is too bad because with its most recent redesign for the 2016 model year, the car absolutely deserves it.

Popular Features & Specs

Engine

2.4L 185 hp I4

Engine

1.5L 160 hp I4

Drive Train

FWD

Drive Train

FWD

Seating Capacity

5

Seating Capacity

5

Horsepower

185 hp @ 6000 rpm

Horsepower

160 hp @ 5700 rpm

MPG City

24

MPG City

27

MPG Highway

35

MPG Highway

36
2016 Kia Optima
2016 Kia Optima
$22,140MSRP
Overview
Overview
OverviewShop Now
2017 Chevrolet Malibu
2017 Chevrolet Malibu
$21,680MSRP
Overview
Overview
OverviewShop Now
2016 Kia Optima
$22,140MSRP
Overview
Overview
OverviewShop Now
2017 Chevrolet Malibu
$21,680MSRP
Overview
Overview
OverviewShop Now

Overview

MSRP
$22,140
$21,680
Listings

Ratings & Reviews

User reviews

4.5

4.3

Expert reviews

8.8 out of 10

Read full review

8.3 out of 10

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Pros & cons
Summary
In almost every respect, the redesigned 2016 Kia Optima is the standard-bearer of the midsize family sedan segment. From its exterior styling and interior design to its safety and infotainment systems, the new Optima is firing on all cylinders. Plus, in Optima Turbo spec, and with a single exception, this car is great to drive.
Rodney Dangerfield was a legendary stand-up comedian, and while his on-stage shtick was all about how he didn’t get any respect, as a comedic talent he was held in the highest esteem. That’s not the case for the 2017 Chevrolet Malibu. The oft-maligned Malibu literally gets no respect, which is too bad because with its most recent redesign for the 2016 model year, the car absolutely deserves it.
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Popular Features & Specs

Engine
2.4L 185 hp I4
1.5L 160 hp I4
Drive Train
FWD
FWD
Seating Capacity
5
5
Horsepower
185 hp @ 6000 rpm
160 hp @ 5700 rpm
MPG City
24
27
MPG Highway
35
36
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