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Chevrolet Equinox vs. Kia Optima Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Chevrolet Equinox vs. Kia Optima Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $23,725

Kia Optima EX   
Difference: $7,840

Lowest Total Invoice: $21,925

Kia Optima EX   
Difference: $7,484

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20092008
ModelEquinoxOptima
TrimSportEX
Body4dr SUV4dr Sedan
Base Price $29,445 $19,895
Base Invoice $27,531 $18,510
Sport, Sun, Leather, and Sound Pkg. 990  
CD changer, in-dash 435  
Stability control   650
2.7L V6   1,005
Premium Package   1,300
Rear spoiler   200
Sport, Sun, Leather, and Sound Pkg. 822  
CD changer, in-dash 361  
Stability control   580
2.7L V6   840
Premium Package   1,160
Rear spoiler   160
Options (change) 1,425 3,155
Options (change) 1,183 2,740
Destination 695 675
Total Price $31,565 $23,725
Total Invoice $29,409 $21,925

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Chevrolet Equinox vs. Kia Optima

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Kia Optima EX
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $7,265
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $6,948
Model Year20092008
ModelEquinoxOptima
TrimSportEX
Body4dr SUV4dr Sedan
Engine264hp V6185hp V6
TransmissionT6T5
DrivetrainFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)16/24 MPG20/28 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)260, 7360, 7
Tire (rear if not all the same)235/50-18205/60-16
Total Price$31,565$23,725
Adjustments for Features-5750
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$30,990$23,725
Total Invoice$29,409$21,925
Adjustments for Features-5360
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$28,873$21,925

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Features Comparison: Chevrolet Equinox vs. Kia Optima

Model Year20092008
ModelEquinoxOptima
TrimSportEX
Body4dr SUV4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1100 
5-speed manually-shiftable automatic $1000
FWD$0$0
Accessories 
Remote keyless entry $225
Remote keyless entry, extended range$225 
Remote start$150 
Tilt steering wheel, manual$150 
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual $250
Universal garage door opener $100
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats $0
Brake assist $50
Front side airbags $350
Rollover sensor$50 
Cargo Management 
Cargo net$40 
Cargo shelf, height-adjustable$100 
Overhead sunglass holder $25
Purse holder$0 
Climate Control 
Automatic climate control, front $200
Interior air filter $0
Rear wiper$175 
Exterior 
Deep-tinted rear windows$275 
Rear bumper protector$40 
Infotainment 
Bluetooth cell phone link$100 
MP3-compatible player $50
Satellite radio$200 
Telematics service, such as OnStar$200 
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Compass$0 
Heated mirrors $25
Illuminated visor mirror, driver $50
Illuminated visor mirror, passenger $50
Turn signals on or near mirrors $25
Visor mirror, driver$10 
Visor mirror, passenger$10 
Seats and Interior Trim 
Door sill trim plates $100
Heated front seats$200 
Manual fore-aft adjuster, second row seats$75 
Manual recliner, second row seats$75 
Power recliner, driver seat $100
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Alloy wheels $350
Performance steering system (optional)$0 
Polished alloy wheels$350 
Sport suspension (upgrade)$0 
Total Value of Features$3,525$2,950
Value of Feature Adjustments$575$0
Value of Feature Adjustments-5360

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See a complete comparison of Chevrolet Equinox vs. Kia Optima features.

Specifications Comparison: Chevrolet Equinox vs. Kia Optima

Model Year20092008
ModelEquinoxOptima
Body4dr SUV4dr Sedan
Wheelbase112.5 in107.1 in
Length188.8 in186.4 in
Width71.4 in71.1 in
Height69.3 in58.3 in
Curb Weight3,810 lb.3,287 lb.
Fuel Capacity17.0 gal.17.0 gal.
Row 1 Headroom40.9 in39.8 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room55.7 in57.1 in
Row 1 Hip Room51.1 in54.5 in
Row 1 Legroom41.2 in43.7 in
Row 2 Headroom40.1 in38.0 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room55.9 in56.3 in
Row 2 Hip Room51.3 in54.7 in
Row 2 Legroom41.2 in37.8 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum		35.7 ft314.8 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum		67.1 ft314.8 ft3

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See a complete comparison of Chevrolet Equinox vs. Kia Optima specs.

Option Package Details
Chevrolet Equinox Sport

Sport, Sun, Leather, and Sound Pkg.
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Sunroof900Yes
Pioneer, 260W, 7 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Total Requested180084%
Total Not Requested35016%

Option Package Details
Kia Optima EX

Stability control
FeatureValueRequested?
Stability control400Yes
Antilock brakes (ABS)400Yes
Traction control100Yes
Brake assist50No
Total Requested90095%
Total Not Requested505%
2.7L V6
DOHC-4v
185 hp@6000
183 lb-ft@4000
FeatureValueRequested?
2.7L V6
DOHC-4v
185 hp@6000
183 lb-ft@4000		1000Yes
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)25Yes
Total Requested1025100%
Total Not Requested00%
Premium Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Sunroof900Yes
CD changer, in-dash200Yes
MP3-compatible player50No
Infinity, 360W, 7 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Total Requested110073%
Total Not Requested40027%

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